Program of events & activities:

FRIDAY 13th JUNE

6.30pm – Poetry Cafe – Open mic with Ric Hool – (Free Entry)

6.30pm – Youth Circus Cabaret @ Dance Blast – Monmouthshire Youth Circus Company will amaze you with their skills in this cabaret of circus.With Trapeze, Hoop, Rope and  Silks in the air and acro on the ground, there will be something for everyone. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-lnqnvop

8.30pm – Gin & Karaoke Cafe – Feel like a star on our mini stage: Fun 4 all

9.15pm – Bliss out with the Harp by Josie Felce. A late session relaxing with improvised sounds on the 34 string folk harp.  Please bring a mat or blanket to lie on to make yourself comfortable.  This aims to really relax you, taking you to the ‘island of the self’ within you. (Donations accepted for Entry/Participation)

10pm – Fire Side Fables – Stories around the camp fire (Bring along your marshmallows, a stick and a scary story)

SATURDAY 14th JUNE

• Dance Blast’s Aerial Rig (Give it a Go) and Aerial Demonstrations from 11am to 5pm.

11am – Mad Hatter fun, games and activities – Aimed for children under eight, but fun for all the mad amongst us… (Free Entrance)

11am – Creative Drop in: Join us for a relaxed, creative drop-in session where we’ll co-create a large, shared artwork that explores the question: What do the arts mean to you? This is a space for everyone — all ages and abilities — to take part in a collaborative drawing. You can doodle, write words, add colour, draw memories, symbols, or simple marks. Whether the arts have inspired, comforted, challenged, or connected you, this is your chance to express it visually – together with others.

12pm – Stories to change your life (Theatre) by Josie Felce. Open to all ages. Come and hear stories that will amaze and surprise you!  In stories you can find the way to sort out your challenges in life, meet kindred spirits, realise that everything is possible if you are inspired.   (Donations accepted for Entry/ Participation)

2pm – Family Dance Session – A family dance session for parents and their under 5’s. Come and have fun, moving together. Led by Dance Blast’s wonderful Zoe 🙂
This session is under the tent on the front lawn of The Melville Centre  – Saturday June 14th at 2pm. The session is free. However numbers are limited so please book ahead to guarantee a place. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-vvrxxpn

2pm – Textile Rosettes Workshops with Emma Bevan: Celebrating special moments – Join Emma Bevan for an enjoyable and relaxed workshop, making your own ‘rosette-brooch’, inspired by The Community Shawl and using pre-loved and recycled fabrics. This is a free workshop; donations welcome towards materials.
We will use needle-felting and/or sewing to create your own rosette, with the intention of commemorating an achievement or celebration of your own, or of a woman you admire, such as a family member, a friend, or a public figure, for example. No prior experience or skills are required, and the workshops are suitable for anyone aged 14 years old (all minors are to be accompanied by an adult). The maximum number for the workshop is 8 participants. You will have the fabulous opportunity to also view The Community Shawl in person, and find out more about its history. The workshop will run for 2 hours, from 2pm to 4pm. You are very welcome to bring a favourite button, shell or other treasured object, including a scrap of fabric, to include in your rosette. We will take some photos of your creations at the end, and then you can take home your rosette, to wear, to display, or to gift to someone you love. To book, please email Emma at communityshawlproject@gmail.com

3pm – Rock Choir on the lawn – Rock Choir Abergavenny, Monmouth, Chepstow and Newport (led by Karl Montgomery-Williams) is a contemporary choir experience with no auditions and no sheet music requirement. We focus on fun, friendship and community. We aim to create a life affirming experience for our members, fostering a sense of belonging and confidence through singing. Our Abergavenny choir meet at The Priory Centre every Wednesday.

4pm – Suitcase Showcase – Enjoy scenes from our latest productions and get the inside scoop on Suitcase Theatre – how we work and why we love it, and why we think theatre is for everyone. (Free Entrance) www.suitcasetheatrecompany.com

5pm – “Film & discussion – “Dawn” – Tickets £5 https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/revibe-fest-dawn/

6pm – Story Slam Cafe – With Andy North – The Monmouth Story Slam is inspired by the long running ‘Moth Hour’ (https://themoth.org/) broadcast across the US and UK on public Radio. And also by our friends in Boston, Massachusetts who founded the Story Slam in the City of Newton and regularly attract an audience in the hundreds.

7.30pm – Albino Frogs (Funk) – Be prepared for Funky Grooves – Tickets £8 https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/albino-frogs-are-back/

7.30pm – Space to Dance – with Keef Wesolowski-Miles aka Hummingbird Dreamer.  Eclectic music, partly guided, sober space to dance, connect and awaken the wild dancer in you. Liberating structures designed for freedom and unity. From 7:30PM to 10:00PM  – £14 in advance / £20 on the door https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-rpmpxjx

10pm – Fire Labyrinth – Face your fears and Face the Fire! Hummadruz, Theatr Uwchfioled Cymru, are known throughout the Festival scene for their Ultraviolet Fire shows and Labyrinths. Combining UV and Fire spectacle and circus with the finest DJ mixed soundtrack, this half hour show is an exhilirating experience as our performers do death-defying tricks and light our fire labyrinth. Everyone is then invited to walk, dance and party through the labyrinth! Great music and great vibes! Suitable for ages 7 and above (under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult) All tickets: £5 https://melvillecentre.org.uk/event/hummadruz-uv-fire-labyrinth/

SUNDAY 15th JUNE

10:30am – Creative/Contemporary dance class for Adults & Teens @ Dance Blast. This is an open, creative class for all abilities, Led by Fran. Participation is Free… Reserve your space at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-jzozqxp

11am –  Soundings – Acoustic music on the lawn (Free Entrance)

12pm – An introduction to Flamenco (Workshop) – Bring along your shoes and skirts and enjoy some Flamenco time.

1pm – Cinders Lost their Dance Shoes (Adults), Dance workshop with Joon Dance https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-krkrozj 

2pm – Ukelele on the Lawn

3pm – Cinders Lost their Dance Shoes (11 – 18 yrs), Dance workshop with Joon Dance https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/danceblast/t-vvrvepj

3.30pm – BMJ’s Improv Workshop – This workshop, which has been specially arranged for the Revibe Fest, is designed for people of any age who would like to explore playing and improvising jazz. All instruments are welcome – including voice. https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/event-details/playing-and-improvising-jazz-workshop-1

6pm – Gin & Karaoke Cafe – Feel like a star on our mini stage: Fun 4 all

7.30pm – Jazz Pick ‘n’ Mix  Presented by Black Mountain Jazz (Free Entrance) https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/event-details/jazz-pick-n-mix-at-the-revibe-fest