What's on Newport
Your guide to the good stuff on in our city
February
🎤 You Will Laugh is at Le Pub on Tuesday the 7th of February. It is a comedy show with Chris Chopping hosting. Doors open at 8.30 and tickets are pay what you want. For more information, go here
🎤 Mark Beumont is at the Riverfront with his talk ‘Faster’ on the Saturday the 8th of February. The talk is about his adventures that took him to 100 countries around the world. The talk starts at 7.30 and tickets are £18.50. More information and tickets are available here
🎸 Queens is at the Dolman Theatre between the 8th and 11th of February. Newport Playgoers Society brings you two one act plays, Untucked and The Regina Monologues. Performances start at 7.15pm, with a 2pm matinee on the Saturday. Tickets are £15 and available here
🎸 Port ELECTRO February Club Night is at Stow Hill Rooms on Friday the 10th of February. It is their first Club Night of 2023 bringing you another night of alternative music from the 70s 80s and 90s. Money raised goes to St David’s Hospice Care. For more information, go here
🎸 Legend is at the Riverfront on Friday the 10th of February. It is a celebration of the music of Bob Marley by a talented cast. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £28.50. For more information and tickets, go here
🎭 Peacock is at the Riverfront on Friday the 10th of February. It is a story about a man who comes out as bi and starts experimenting with make up. Please be aware this show is 14+ due to strong language. The show starts at 8pm and tickets are £15.25. For more information and tickets, go here
🎸 The Scaramanga Six is at Le Pub on Saturday the 11th of February. This unique band are being supported by Give Me Memphis, Regal Cheer and Really Big, Really Clever. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £8.80. For more information and tickets go here
🎸 Frankie is at the Riverfront on Saturday the 11th of February. It is a concert that celebrates Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, with an award winning cast. The show starts at 7.30 and tickets are £28. For more information and tickets go here
🎸 James and the Cold Gun at Le Pub on Sunday the 12th of February. They are a Welsh hard rock band that are quickly becoming noticed. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £5.50. For more information and tickets, go here
🩰 Deja Vu is at the Riverfront on Sunday the 12th of February. This is a 10th anniversary gala show from Charlotte May Academy, featuring pupils from ages 3 to 25. The show starts at 6pm and tickets are £19.50. For more information and tickets go here
⚽️ Newport County is playing Stevenage at Rodney Parade on Tuesday the 14th of February. Kick off is at 7.45pm and Sounds of Revelry is playing in the marquee.
🎭 The Public Theatre is back at The Place Newport on the 14th of February. Tin Shed Company is looking for people to join their diverse group of creative people, to take part in professional productions and learn new skills. The workshop starts at 6pm and tea and cake is provided. For more information, go here
🎸 Minas is at Le Pub on Friday the 17th of February. Minas is the project from Greek/Welsh producer & musician James Minas, alongside rhythm section the Davies Brothers. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £7.70. For more information and tickets, go here
🎸 That’ll be the Day is at the Riverfront on Friday the 17th of February. It is a show combining comedy sketches, impersonations and rock and roll music from the 50s through to the 80s. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £29. For more information and tickets go here
🎺 The Welsh Open Brass Band Entertainment Championship is at the Riverfront on Saturday the 18th of February. 14 bands are competing for the CISWO Challenge Trophy. The event starts at 11am and tickets are £10. For more information and tickets go here
🏈 Newport RFC is playing Swansea at Newport Stadium on the 18th of February. Kick off is at 2.30pm
🎸 Oxbowlake is at the Little Tap House on Saturday the 18th of February. They are being supported by Ollie P. Doors open at 7pm and tickets are £6.13. More information and tickets are available here
🎭 Cinderella is at the Dolman Theatre between the 21st and 25th of February. The performance is by Newport pantomime society. Performances start at 7pm, except for on Saturday, when it is at 2.15pm. Tickets are £13 and available here
🎸 Attila the Stockbroker is at Le Pub on Wednesday the 22nd of February. It is a one man show with dub poetry, spoken word, acoustic songs and early music. Doors open at 8pm and tickets are £8 in advance or £10 on the door. For more information and tickets go here
🎸 Woman Like Me is at the Riverfront on Thursday the 23rd of February. This Little Mix tribute show has live vocals and is full of commercial pop video choreography. The show starts at 7pm and tickets are £15. For more information and tickets, go here
🎤 The Comedy Shed is at the Riverfront on Friday the 24th of February. This monthly cabaret style comedy club stars three professional comedians. The line up is yet to be confirmed. Doors open at 7.45pm and tickets are £15. For more information and tickets, go here
🎸 Red Telephone is at Le Pub on Friday the 24th of February. They are an alt rock band from Cardiff and have their debut album out in march. They are being supported by Swan Hill. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £7.70. For more information and tickets go to here
🎭 Fireman Sam live is at the Riverfront on Friday the 24th of February. Come and find out if Fireman Sam can save a travelling circus when disaster strikes. Shows are at 11.30, 2.30 and 4.30. Tickets are £18. For more information and tickets go here
🎸 Pyrogaric is at the Little Tap House on Friday the 24th of February. They are a psych rock duo from Newport. Doors open at 7pm and entry is free. For more information, go here
⚽️ Newport County is playing Sutton United at Rodney Parade on Saturday the 25th of February. Kick off is at 3pm and Frankie Wesson is playing in the marquee
🧁 The artisan market is at Newport Market on Saturday the 25th of February between 10am and 4pm. Entry is free.
🎟️ Our Voice Sharing 2023 is at the Riverfront on Saturday the 25th of February. It is an informal annual gathering for artists to bring together and discuss their passion for the arts and culture. Doors open and tickets are £10, with proceeds going to the Our Voice Network. For more information and tickets go here
🎸 Into The Groove is at the Riverfront on Saturday the 25th of February. It is the ultimate tribute to Madonna. Doors Open at 7.30 and tickets are £26, available from here
🎸 Nigel, The Rusty Nutz and Deathtraps are at Le Pub on Saturday the 25th of February. Nigel is alt metal, The Rusty Nutz is post poetic noise and Deathtraps is garage punk. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £5.50. For more information and tickets go here
🎵 Team Up is back at Le Pub. It is a night of pop-punk, emo and alternative music the last Saturday of every month. It starts at 11pm and entry is free.
🎸 Emily Breeze is at Le Pub on Sunday the 26th of February. Emily Breeze is popular in Bristol and has a new band and new album. They are being supported by Catherine Elms. Doors open at 7.30 and tickets are £7.70. For more information and tickets, go here
Weekly workshops
Please be aware some may be subject to availability
Monday
- Ground space at the Riverfront from 12 to 5.30pm. Free studio space for 16+ freelance dancers. For more information, go here
Tuesday
- Hubble Music and Movement at the Riverfront from 10am to 1pm. Music, movement and sensory play for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. £5 per class. For more information and booking, go here
Wednesday
- HATCH Youth Theatre at the Riverfront. Ages 5-7 from 4.30 to 5.30, ages 8-11 from 5.45 to 6.45 , ages 12-16 from 7 to 8.30pm (term time only) £5 per class
- Potter on ceramics club for adults at the Riverfront from 6pm to 8pm (term time only). Learn how to make, dry, glaze and kiln fire pottery. Price for a term is £50, materials are provided. For more information and booking, go here
Thursday
- Over 60s dance at the riverfront from 12.30 to 2pm (term time only). Fun and friendly class to improve coordination, body awareness, mobility and stamina. £5 per class. For more information and to book, go here
- Over 60s seated to standing dance at the riverfront from 12.30 to 2pm (term time only). Classes consist of exercises and simple routines set to music. £5 per class. Find more information and book here
- Quest is at the Riverfront from 6 to 8pm. An introduction to dungeons and dragons for ages 12-21. Find more information here
Friday
- Capoeira at the Riverfront from 5 to 6pm. an Afro-Brazilian martial art combining music, movement and acrobatics for ages 6-10. Classes are £5. Book here
- Sewing club is at Re:Make between 1pm and 3pm. £1 suggested donation
Saturday
- STEM club at Re:Make between 1.30 and 3pm (last Saturday of each month). A workshop including STEM activities for adults and kids. £5 suggested donation
Sunday
- Crafty Sundays at the Riverfront 10am to 4pm. Free family arts and craft activities