Entertainment

Olivia Rodrigo with Rose Ann Bituan-Thomas in Llandudno M&S

LOOK: US singer Olivia Rodrigo spotted at Llandudno’s Marks and Spencer store

Maisie Williams at The Castle View Bar and Restaurant with Alison Turton (L) and Micha Guy (R)

Maisie Williams at The Castle View Bar and Restaurant with Alison Turton (L) and Micha Guy (R)

LOOK: Game of Thrones’ Maisie Williams calls in at Deganwy bar and restaurant

Francois-Olivier Doyon and Nick Radcliffe

Francois-Olivier Doyon and Nick Radcliffe

Official Queen tribute band to perform at North Wales venue

James Martin Live.

James Martin Live.

Chef James Martin's live tour coming to Llandudno in 2025

An unseen archive of photos, scripts and notes made by Monty Python legend Terry Jones will be on display for the first time ever in an exhibition at Oriel Colwyn.

An unseen archive of photos, scripts and notes made by Monty Python legend Terry Jones will be on display for the first time ever in an exhibition at Oriel Colwyn.

Monty Python star Terry Jones' unseen career archive to go on display in Colwyn Bay

Lynne Morris on Llandudno Pier, holding a copy of her new book.

Lynne Morris on Llandudno Pier, holding a copy of her new book.

Llandudno author to release latest book inspired by environmental concerns

stand-up comedian Scott Bennett

stand-up comedian Scott Bennett

Colwyn Bay's monthly comedy night features acclaimed stand-ups

Old Colwyn musician signs with American record label ahead of debut release

Life of Brian editor Julian Doyle claims the Monty Python film - directed by Colwyn Bay's Terry Jones - offers a more accurate portrayal of Jesus' life than the gospel.

Life of Brian editor Julian Doyle claims the Monty Python film - directed by Colwyn Bay's Terry Jones - offers a more accurate portrayal of Jesus' life than the gospel.

Life of Brian 'more accurate than the Bible' claims anniversary book

Jules Peters with Mike Peters receiving chemotherapy at The Christie (Jules Peters/PA)

Jules Peters with Mike Peters receiving chemotherapy at The Christie (Jules Peters/PA)

North Wales rocker Mike Peters calls for stem cell donors as cancer returns

Hollywood director Sara Sugarman has joined the campaign to create a state of Monty Python's Terry Jones in his home town of Colwyn Bay, launched in September by his family and fellow Pythons Sir Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam.

Hollywood director Sara Sugarman has joined the campaign to create a state of Monty Python's Terry Jones in his home town of Colwyn Bay, launched in September by his family and fellow Pythons Sir Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam.

Hollywood director Sara Sugarman backs Colwyn Bay Monty Python statue campaign

Richard Kendrick dressed as Bearjamin

Richard Kendrick dressed as Bearjamin

Homeless families donated tickets to see new Paddington film in Llandudno Junction

Members of the Pauline Quirke Academy Conwy

Members of the Pauline Quirke Academy Conwy

Colwyn Bay performing arts students to take to the West End stage

'Heartbreak Hill' by Diana Baur MA is among the donated works

'Heartbreak Hill' by Diana Baur MA is among the donated works

Colwyn Bay charity auctioning artwork from 12 artists for The Kind Bay Initiative

Betws-y-Coed Pantomime Group is planning a 10th-anniversary production of Beauty and the Beast

Betws-y-Coed Pantomime Group is planning a 10th-anniversary production of Beauty and the Beast

Village panto group to stage show for children's hospice this Christmas

Cosplayers at Wales Comic Con in Wrexham: (Pictured L-R) Michael Myers, Jason Vorhees and Leatherface

Cosplayers at Wales Comic Con in Wrexham: (Pictured L-R) Michael Myers, Jason Vorhees and Leatherface

Fitness expert reveals how fast you need to run to escape famous movie killers

Paul Weller is coming to Venue Cymru in Llandudno.

Paul Weller is coming to Venue Cymru in Llandudno.

The Modfather Paul Weller is on his way to Llandudno

SOS: A Tribute to ABBA

SOS: A Tribute to ABBA

ABBA tribute concert at Colwyn Bay school to raise money for its drama department

Su Pollard to celebrate 50 years in show business at Theatr Colwyn

Freediver swims with giant manta ray in breathtaking underwater moment

Freediver swims with giant manta ray in breathtaking underwater moment

Ocean Film Festival 2024 coming to Llandudno's Venue Cymru

(L-R) Tania Cornick, Tom Foulkes, Billy Hui, and Jayne Hughes

(L-R) Tania Cornick, Tom Foulkes, Billy Hui, and Jayne Hughes

Conwy production company creates song in aid of ‘incredible’ children’s charity

Among the film highlights is

Among the film highlights is

Ocean Film Festival brings new films to North Wales this autumn

A double feature of Puccini's Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi is coming to Venue Cymru this autumn.

A double feature of Puccini's Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi is coming to Venue Cymru this autumn.

Welsh National Opera season in Llandudno takes us to the movies

Llandudno sculptor Nick Elphick works on an initial maquette of Monty Python's Terry Jones as fundraising for Colwyn Bay statue approaches target.

Llandudno sculptor Nick Elphick works on an initial maquette of Monty Python's Terry Jones as fundraising for Colwyn Bay statue approaches target.

Colwyn Bay Monty Python statue appeal closes in on £120,000 target

Swan Lake and The Nutcracker will be performed at Venue Cymru on Friday, October 18, and Saturday, October 19.

Swan Lake and The Nutcracker will be performed at Venue Cymru on Friday, October 18, and Saturday, October 19.

Ballet company to perform Swan Lake and The Nutcracker

Kitty de Vyne at The Upsidedown Cabaret. Photo: Stephen Cain Photography (cropped)

Kitty de Vyne at The Upsidedown Cabaret. Photo: Stephen Cain Photography (cropped)

This is how Gemma became burlesque sensation Kitty de Vyne!

Monty Python fans can now get Colwyn Bay statue campaign t-shirts to support campaign

Mike and Jules Peters at the World Cancer Congress in Geneva

Mike and Jules Peters at the World Cancer Congress in Geneva

Mike Peters delivers opening speech at the World Cancer Congress 2024 in Geneva

The show will be performed by a cast of musicians and singers and feature classics such as The Irish Rover and The Leaving of Liverpool

The show will be performed by a cast of musicians and singers and feature classics such as The Irish Rover and The Leaving of Liverpool

Seven Drunken Nights heading to town

Carol Vorderman outside the Houses of Parliament this week

Carol Vorderman outside the Houses of Parliament this week

Carol Vorderman

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Carol Vorderman tries to 'stir up political trouble' outside Houses of Parliament

The leading menopause and hormones doctor is set to visit Venue Cymru in Llandudno

The leading menopause and hormones doctor is set to visit Venue Cymru in Llandudno

Leading menopause doctor to perform in North Wales

The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining audiences for decades

The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining audiences for decades

Folk and comedy legends The Houghton Weavers coming to Colwyn Bay

Since launching A Python on the Prom with Sir Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam, the campaign for a statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones in Colwyn Bayhas reached the halfway point.

Since launching A Python on the Prom with Sir Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam, the campaign for a statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones in Colwyn Bayhas reached the halfway point.

Celebs help Colwyn Bay Monty Python statue appeal reach halfway mark

Post Office campaigner Sir Alan Bates and Suzanne Sercombe who have married on Sir Richard Branson's Necker Island.

Post Office campaigner Sir Alan Bates and Suzanne Sercombe who have married on Sir Richard Branson's Necker Island.

Ex-Llandudno subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates gets married on Richard Branson's island

Venue Cymru has been added to 10cc's Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour next month.

Venue Cymru has been added to 10cc's Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour next month.

Iconic rock band 10cc adds Llandudno date to tour

A Python on the Prom, which hopes to raise funds for a statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones, was launched in Colwyn Bay by his children Bill and Sally Jones, Fellow Python's Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam and Dilwyn Price of Conwy Arts Trust.

A Python on the Prom, which hopes to raise funds for a statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones, was launched in Colwyn Bay by his children Bill and Sally Jones, Fellow Python's Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam and Dilwyn Price of Conwy Arts Trust.

Monty Python stars launch Terry Jones statue campaign in Colwyn Bay

Choir members and festival organisers present their cheque at St Mary’s

Choir members and festival organisers present their cheque at St Mary’s

Conwy Classical Music Festival raises money for children's hospice

Jordan Morris (first from right) on The Chase

Jordan Morris (first from right) on The Chase

Man from Llandudno wins share of £51,000 on ITV’s The Chase

Pine Fest was due to take place on Bodafon Farm later this month.

Pine Fest was due to take place on Bodafon Farm later this month.

Under-fire organisers of cancelled Llandudno festival apologise for refund delays

Llandudno is home to the UK's oldest Punch and Judy Show - Professor Codmans

Llandudno is home to the UK's oldest Punch and Judy Show - Professor Codmans

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Future of UK's oldest Punch and Judy Show in Llandudno will be determined by family

Llandudno promenade. Inset: Deck chairs. Photos: Newsquest

Llandudno promenade. Inset: Deck chairs. Photos: Newsquest

Cultural attractions

Top 10 shops and attractions to visit in Llandudno this Bank Holiday Weekend

Catfish and the Bottlemen are indie rock band formed in Llandudno, in North Wales, and are known for songs including Cocoon, Longshot, Kathleen and 7.

Catfish and the Bottlemen are indie rock band formed in Llandudno, in North Wales, and are known for songs including Cocoon, Longshot, Kathleen and 7.

How to get tickets to Catfish and the Bottlemen at Principality Stadium in 2025

Jack and the Beanstalk at Venue Cymru, Llandudno

Jack and the Beanstalk at Venue Cymru, Llandudno

Fabulous opportunity for local talent to land lead role in panto this Christmas!

Pier general manager Paul Williams, Dave L Vaughan, and previous pier manager Simon Mason.

Pier general manager Paul Williams, Dave L Vaughan, and previous pier manager Simon Mason.

Popular Llandudno Pier performer celebrates 25 years as entertainer at landmark

Toby Lee will be in Llandudno in October

Toby Lee will be in Llandudno in October

Young Blues prodigy Toby Lee set to perform in Llandudno in October

Chitty in flight.

Chitty in flight.

REVIEW: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Venue Cymru will make you 'believe a car can fly'

Venue Cymru 'truly sorry' following last-minute cancellation of performance

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Tonight's Venue Cymru performance pushed back due to 'technical issue'

Pine Fest was due to take place on Bodafon Farm later this month.

Pine Fest was due to take place on Bodafon Farm later this month.

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Llandudno's Pine Fest cancelled with 'heavy heart' as organisers left 'devastated'

Charlie Brooks as the Childcatcher

Charlie Brooks as the Childcatcher

Charlie Brooks says she 'can't wait' to come back to North Wales with new show

Escape to the Chateau's Dick & Angel Strawbridge bring interactive show to Llandudno

Monty Python legend Michael Palin is coming to Theatr Colwyn with one-off show A Python on the Prom in memory of fellow Python Terry Jones.

Monty Python legend Michael Palin is coming to Theatr Colwyn with one-off show A Python on the Prom in memory of fellow Python Terry Jones.

Michael Palin to play one-off Colwyn Bay show honouring Monty Python's Terry Jones

Christopher Kerr

Christopher Kerr

Colwyn Bay author set to publish fourth book in as many years

Time to come ‘Full Circle’ with Aled Jones at Colwyn Bay show!