ON Saturday, November 1 the Wales Millennium Centre will present a celebration of the life of the iconic music venue, the Casablanca club, Tiger Bay. As a part of the Centre’s 10th anniversary celebrations it will show the rich musical heritage of the remarkable local community.
From 1965, the Casablanca was a central space to congregate and share a love of music in Tiger Bay, drawing in famous artists from all over to perform. Owing to its prominence in the lives of Tiger Bay locals, the venue still holds a place in the heart of the community and there is a deep, shared sadness over its loss when it was demolished to make way for a car park.
‘Night at the Casablanca’ tells the story of a former Butetown resident who, on returning to Butetown with London friends, visited the club for the first time in years, prompting a recollection of memories about the venue.
As the performance unfolds, true stories and experiences – gathered from Butetown residents – are retold, highlighting the Casablanca’s prominence at the heart of local lives and events.
Tickets to the show cost £15 in advance or £17 on the door.
Visit www.wmc.org.uk for information and tickets.
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