We are YMa in Pontypridd. A place where EVERYONE is welcome to make new friends, have fun and learn new skills at one of the many workshops on offer!
We are committed to delivering programs with our communities and partners, to be a place for creativity, growth, wellbeing and prosperity.
What's On
Activities and Classes
Join us for regular arts activities! Explore your creativity through painting, dance, art and more. Meet new friends, learn new skills, and express yourself in a supportive community.
A Place In The World
Film Screening
Saturday 18th October 6pm
Join us for the world premiere, a new film that explores the work of artist Garth Evans and the remarkable journey of his Untitled Sculpture – from its creation in Cardiff in 1972, to its disappearance, restoration and eventual return.
Full of humour and honesty, the film traces Evans’ 60-year career and his deep connection to South Wales. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with artist Garth Evans, Producer Leila Philip, Zoë Gingell (Oriel y Bont, USW) and Hannah Firth (Chapter).
Llanast!
Monday 24th November 7pm
2 mothers, 2 fathers, 2 sons × whisky, tulips + a mobile phone = carnage!
What happens when two sets of parents meet up to deal with the unruly behaviour of their sons
Canllaw oed/Age guidance 14+
This is a Welsh language production, English precis will be available
...is BACK with a special open mic evening featuring YOU as the special guest poet (or you can just listen, of course)
Healthy snacks, tea, coffee, beer and wine will be available. Please arrive on time If you would like to read, so we can get you on the list.
No need to Book! Just Turn Up!
Hollow Mountain – Short Film Screening & Exhibition
FREE EVENT
Friday 7th November 5pm
Join us for a special screening of Hollow Mountain, a short film that documents the implications of a quarry expansion on the people of Glyncoch. The film reflects on community, industry, and the future of our shared landscapes.
Alongside the screening, there will be a Q&A session discussing the film and the future of Craig-yr-Hesg Quarry, offering an opportunity to hear from those directly involved in the conversation. The evening will also feature a solo performance by Fiona Cullen, adding a powerful creative response to the themes explored in the film.
Donation Based, Pay what you can on the day.
A story telling performance about all the funny and tragic things that happen in valleys life and you couldn’t make up. It will have a bilingual element to fit in with Diwrnod Shwmae/Sumae, a good place for people to hear/practice their Welsh.
So any crafting groups, wellbeing, general service users. It’s quite comedic so will warm most hearts!
Age rating 12+
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