Diary dates

Some upcoming events at the London Welsh Centre - all well worth noting in your diary:

Friday 19th June, 8.30pm - There's Lovely See Comedy Club returns for another night of quality comedy featuring Paul Harry Allen, Stephen Carlin, and Marian Pashley as Guest MC.

Monday 22nd June, 7.30pm - Annual General Meeting. Everyone welcome. Your thoughts and ideas will be greatly appreciated.

Friday 26th June, 8pm - Open Mic Night. If you know of any budding musicians who would like to test out their talent and practise their stage presence do tell them about this. It's a great opportunity to gain confidence from performing in front of an audience.

Saturday 27th June, 7.30pm - Gwalia Male Voice Choir concert. Tickets are £15 including a buffet, and are available from the office (huw@lwcentre.demon.co.uk).

Reminder: celebrate St David's Day with music

St David's Day with the London Welsh Chorale

The London Welsh Chorale is a mixed-voice choir which has performed at venues including the Queen Elizabeth Hall, St John's Smith Square and Southwark Cathedral. You've probably already heard them: they sang the theme tune for the UEFA Champion's League!

You have two opportunities to hear them live next weekend - 28 Feb/1 March - at the London Welsh Centre. On Saturday evening is a concert conducted by Gareth Hancock with soprano Carolyn Foulkes - a very appropriate way to celebrate St David's Day (call 020 7837 3722 for tickets: £16 including reserved seating and programme). On Sunday afternoon, they will accompany storytelling by Mary Medlicott: join them for tea and Welsh cakes from 4pm (tickets £8/children £4, available on the door).

The choir are currently celebrating their 25th anniversary year. They have an extensive repertoire, including Welsh compositions. Recordings include Earth Rejoices! and Cenin Aur - A Century of Welsh Music. If you're interested in joining them, they rehearse every Tuesday evening at the London Welsh Centre: contact secretary@londonwelshchorale.org.uk