Water Wars

University of South Wales FBCI

Cwmni Sirens yn cyflwyno Taith Cymru o Eco-Thriller "Water Wars" gan Ian Rowlands

ATRiuM (CAB414), University of South Wales, Cardiff Campus

Company of Sirens presents the Welsh Tour of Eco-Thriller “Water Wars” by Ian RowlandsA Gripping New Bi-lingual Production Explores the Global Water Crisis, coming to venues across Wales in the Spring.Renowned Welsh theatre company Company of Sirens is eager to announce the upcoming Welsh tour of Water Wars, a powerful new eco-thriller by acclaimed playwright Ian Rowlands. This hard-hitting, bi-lingual production, presented in both Welsh and English, will tour theatres across Wales in the Spring, bringing audiences a timely exploration of one of the most pressing environmental crises of our time.“Who owns the rain?” Water Wars is a powerful and visceral eco-thriller which delves into a dystopian near future, where global water shortages spark political conflict and personal betrayals. As communities are torn apart by dwindling resources, the play questions humanity's priorities, the price of survival, and the impact of environmental degradation on the fabric of society. With its hard-hitting, uncompromising blend of suspense, political intrigue, and deeply personal stories, the production is set to engage audiences and spark important conversations about sustainability, ownership, and the future of our existence.“What makes you think that we would willingly thirst to death, so that you can water the green lawns of Surbiton?” Directed by Chris Durnall, Artistic Director of Company of Sirens, Water Wars brings together a cast of highly experienced Welsh actors, expertly weaving together Welsh and English dialogue to reflect the bilingual reality of modern Wales. This eco-thriller is both global and local, underscoring Wales' rich cultural heritage while addressing an issue of worldwide importance.Water Wars is more than a play—it's a call to action. As environmental concerns continue to dominate global headlines, this production aims to challenge, inspire, and energise audiences.Chris Durnall, Artistic Director of Company of Sirens, said:“Water Wars is a deeply important piece, both for Wales and the wider world. Ian Rowlands has created an evocative narrative that forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about the way we live and the choices we make. We’re excited to bring this gripping eco-thriller to theatres across Wales and offer a bilingual production that highlights both the beauty and urgency of the story.”Tour Dates and Venues:● Atrium, Cardiff: 25th and 26th February● Aberystwyth Arts Centre: 4th and 5th March● Yr Egin, Carmarthen: 7th March● Neuadd Dwyfor, Pwllheli: 11th and 12th March● Pontio, Bangor: 13th March● Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon: 17th March● Ffwrnes, Llanelli: 20th March● Glowyr, Ammanford: 21st March● The Torch, Milford Haven: 25th and 26th March● The Welfare, Ystradgynlais: 27th March● Theatr Soar, Merthyr Tydfil: 29th March About Ian Rowlands:Ian Rowlands is a leading and internationally-renowned playwright from the Rhondda Valley. His many plays include Marriage of Convenience, Troyanne, Love in Plastic, Blue Heron in the Womb, The Sin Eaters, Glissando on an Empty Harp and Aurora Borealis, as well as Water Wars. “Ian Rowlands is the theatrical conscience of modern Wales. His writing is characterised by a wonderful poetic ear for speech and his uncompromising portrait of family life.”Western Mail “Rowlands writes metaphors to kill for, has an intriguing line in plot development and roots his writing deep in Welsh soil.”The Stage About Company of Sirens:Company of Sirens is one of Wales' leading contemporary theatre companies, known for producing thought-provoking and innovative work. Since its founding, the company has developed a reputation for challenging narratives and pushing the boundaries of modern theatre, often focusing on stories with a powerful social and political message."What the company does here is transcend acting, this is soul deep communication."Western Mail <a href="http://linktr.ee/companyofsirens" title="http://linktr.ee/companyofsirens" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">linktr.ee/companyofsirens</a> The production is suitable for Ages 16 and above. The play is fully bi-lingual with scenes in English and in Welsh.Funded with assistance from ACW and the National Lottery. For further information, press inquiries, or interview requests, please contact:Chris Durnall Company of Sirens, Director<a href="mailto:cadurnall@gmail.com" title="mailto:cadurnall@gmail.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">cadurnall@gmail.com</a>Alison Gerrish Company of Sirens, Water Wars co-producer<a href="mailto:alisongerrish@gmail.com" title="mailto:alisongerrish@gmail.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">alisongerrish@gmail.com</a> --- Cwmni Sirens yn cyflwyno Taith Cymru o Eco-Thriller "Water Wars" gan Ian Rowlands Mae cynhyrchiad dwyieithog newydd gafaelgar yn archwilio'r argyfwng dŵr byd-eang, gan ddod i leoliadau ledled Cymru yn y gwanwyn. Mae'r cwmni theatr enwog o Gymru, Company of Sirens, yn awyddus i gyhoeddi taith Cymru o Water Wars, eco-ddrama gyffrous bwerus newydd gan y dramodydd enwog Ian Rowlands. Bydd y cynhyrchiad dwyieithog hwn, sy'n cael ei gyflwyno yn y Gymraeg a'r Saesneg, yn teithio theatrau ledled Cymru yn y Gwanwyn, gan ddod ag archwiliad amserol i gynulleidfaoedd o un o argyfyngau amgylcheddol pwysicaf ein hoes. "Pwy sy'n berchen ar y glaw?" Mae Water Wars yn eco-gyffro pwerus a gweledol sy'n ymchwilio i ddyfodol dystopaidd agos, lle mae prinder dŵr byd-eang yn sbarduno gwrthdaro gwleidyddol a brad personol. Wrth i gymunedau gael eu rhwygo ar wahân gan leihau adnoddau, mae'r ddrama'n cwestiynu blaenoriaethau'r ddynoliaeth, pris goroesi, ac effaith diraddiad amgylcheddol ar wead cymdeithas. Gyda'i gyfuniad caled, digyfaddawd o amheuaeth, cynllwynio gwleidyddol, a straeon hynod bersonol, mae'r cynhyrchiad ar fin ennyn diddordeb cynulleidfaoedd a sbarduno sgyrsiau pwysig am gynaliadwyedd, perchnogaeth a dyfodol ein bodolaeth. "Beth sy'n gwneud i chi feddwl y byddem yn barod i syched i farwolaeth, fel y gallwch ddyfrhau lawntiau gwyrdd Surbiton?" Wedi'i gyfarwyddo gan Chris Durnall, Cyfarwyddwr Artistig Cwmni Sirens, mae Water Wars yn dod â chast o actorion Cymreig profiadol iawn at ei gilydd, gan blethu deialog Gymraeg a Saesneg ynghyd i adlewyrchu realiti dwyieithog y Gymru fodern. Mae'r eco-gyffro hwn yn fyd-eang ac yn lleol, gan danlinellu treftadaeth ddiwylliannol gyfoethog Cymru wrth fynd i'r afael â mater o bwysigrwydd byd-eang. Mae Water Wars yn fwy na drama—mae'n alwad i weithredu. Wrth i bryderon amgylcheddol barhau i ddominyddu penawdau byd-eang, nod y cynhyrchiad hwn yw herio, ysbrydoli ac ysgogi cynulleidfaoedd. Dywedodd Chris Durnall, Cyfarwyddwr Artistig Cwmni Sirens: "Mae Rhyfeloedd Dŵr yn ddarn hynod bwysig, i Gymru a'r byd ehangach. Mae Ian Rowlands wedi creu naratif atgofus sy'n ein gorfodi i wynebu gwirioneddau anghyfforddus am y ffordd rydyn ni'n byw a'r dewisiadau rydyn ni'n eu gwneud. Rydyn ni'n gyffrous i ddod â'r eco-gyffro gafaelgar hwn i theatrau ledled Cymru a chynnig cynhyrchiad dwyieithog sy'n tynnu sylw at harddwch a brys y stori." Dyddiadau a lleoliadau: ● Atrium, Caerdydd: 25ain a 26ain Chwefror ● Canolfan y Celfyddydau Aberystwyth: 4ydd a 5ed Mawrth ● Yr Egin, Caerfyrddin: 7fed Mawrth ● Neuadd Dwyfor, Pwllheli: 11 a 12 Mawrth ● Pontio, Bangor: 13eg Mawrth ● Theatr Brycheiniog, Aberhonddu: 17eg Mawrth ● Ffwrnes, Llanelli: 20 Mawrth ● Glowyr, Rhydaman: 21ain Mawrth ● Y Torch, Aberdaugleddau: 25ain a 26ain Mawrth ● Y Lles, Ystradgynlais: 27ain Mawrth ● Theatr Soar, Merthyr Tudful: 29ain Mawrth Ynglŷn ag Ian Rowlands: Mae Ian Rowlands yn ddramodydd blaenllaw ac o fri rhyngwladol o Gwm Rhondda. Mae ei ddramâu niferus yn cynnwys Marriage of Convenience, Troyanne, Love in Plastic, Blue Heron in the Womb, The Sin Eaters, Glissando on an Empty Harp ac Aurora Borealis, yn ogystal â Water Wars. "Ian Rowlands yw cydwybod theatrig y Gymru fodern. Nodweddir ei ysgrifennu gan glust farddonol fendigedig ar gyfer llefaru a'i bortread digyfaddawd o fywyd teuluol." Western Mail "Mae Rowlands yn ysgrifennu trosiadau i ladd drostynt, mae ganddo linell ddiddorol yn natblygiad plot ac yn gwreiddio ei ysgrifennu'n ddwfn ym mhridd Cymru." Y Cyfnod Ynglŷn â Cwmni Sirens: Cwmni Sirens yw un o brif gwmnïau theatr gyfoes Cymru, sy'n adnabyddus am gynhyrchu gwaith arloesol sy'n procio'r meddwl. Ers ei sefydlu, mae'r cwmni wedi datblygu enw da am herio naratifau a gwthio ffiniau theatr fodern, gan ganolbwyntio'n aml ar straeon gyda neges gymdeithasol a gwleidyddol bwerus. "Yr hyn y mae'r cwmni'n ei wneud yma yw actio trosgynnol, mae hyn yn gyfathrebu dwfn enaid." Western Mail <a href="http://linktr.ee/companyofsirens" title="http://linktr.ee/companyofsirens" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">linktr.ee/companyofsirens</a> Mae'r cynhyrchiad yn addas ar gyfer 16 oed ac uwch. Mae'r ddrama'n gwbl ddwyieithog gyda golygfeydd yn Saesneg ac yn Gymraeg. Ariennir gyda chymorth gan CCC a'r Loteri Genedlaethol. Am ragor o wybodaeth, ymholiadau'r wasg, neu geisiadau cyfweliad, cysylltwch â: Chris Durnall Cwmni Sirens, Cyfarwyddwr<a href="mailto:cadurnall@gmail.com" title="mailto:cadurnall@gmail.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">cadurnall@gmail.com</a>Alison Gerrish Cwmni Sirens, Cyd-gynhyrchydd Water Wars<a href="mailto:alisongerrish@gmail.com" title="mailto:alisongerrish@gmail.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">alisongerrish@gmail.com</a>

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