Theatr Iolo to be featured at Wales' international theatre festival for young audiences.

Opening Doors Festival, organised by Cwmni Theatr Arad Goch, will take place in Aberystwyth from 12 - 16 March 2024 at venues throughout the Welsh town. Theatr Iolo, the children’s theatre company based in Cardiff, will present their well-loved show, Owl at Home, as part of the five-day event.

“We’re excited to be part of Arad Goch’s international festival in Aberystwyth this year. Opening Doors is a unique opportunity for companies and theatre makers in Wales to showcase the breadth of amazing work being made for children and young people in our small country. With an international delegation of theatre makers, the festival also offers Welsh artists the chance to experience some incredible productions being made throughout the world.”

Lee Lyford, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Theatr Iolo

Theatr Iolo will present Owl at Home, their show for 5-11 year olds, which has already been experienced by over 3000 people in Wales and England during the last two years. An enchanting tale with music, Owl at Home is based on the illustrated children’s book by Arnold Lobel. Alongside Owl at Home, Theatr Iolo’s Platfform Artist, Krystal S.Lowe will be presenting accessible family dance show, Remarkable Rhythm, which was created in association with the company.

Opening Doors Festival will feature other Welsh companies including Arad Goch and Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru, and will include theatre performances by companies from England, Finland, Belgium, Italy, Australia; who specialise in making work for young audiences.

Opening Doors Festival will take place in Aberystwyth from 12 – 16 March 2024. Owl at Home will be performed on Tuesday 12 March at 10.15am and 1.15pm at Theatr Arad Goch. Remarkable Rhythm will be performed on Thursday 14 March at 10.15am and 1.30pm in the Great Hall at Aberystwyth Arts Centre.

For the full line-up, visit openingdoors.wales