Coliseum Theatre (Aberdare) facts for kids
The Coliseum Theatre is a special place in Trecynon, a village near Aberdare, Wales. It's where people go to watch live shows, plays, and movies. The local council, Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, takes care of it.
The theatre first opened its doors on Saturday, September 17, 1938. It has a large room called an auditorium with 600 seats. This room is used for both live performances and showing movies.
A Big Break for Stereophonics
The famous band Stereophonics got their start at the Coliseum Theatre. They are from Cwmaman, a village close by. In March 1996, a rock concert was held at the theatre.
Many new Welsh bands played there. These included Catatonia, Krazy Keyboards, Pocket Devils, and Tragic Love Company. Tragic Love Company later became the Stereophonics.
A well-known music manager named John Brand came to the concert. He wanted to see the Pocket Devils play. But he was very impressed by the Tragic Love Company. He decided to sign them to a music deal.
Just three months later, the Stereophonics signed their first record deal. This was with Richard Branson's V2 label. This concert at the Coliseum Theatre was a huge moment for the band.
External Links
- Coliseum Theatre official website: http://www.rct-arts.co.uk/
- Colstars, the Coliseum Operatic and Dramatic Society
