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Theatr na nÓg are producing a story of Tom Jones; born Tommy Woodward; otherwise known as Tommy Scott and The Senators.

This play with live music tells the story of Tom in the early years, before his mega- fame and follows the blossoming talent of the valleys boy who sang in pubs and working men’s clubs up and down the valleys of South Wales. Then came his big break with his first number one hit on St David’s Day in 1965...Its Not Unusual!

Jam-packed with rock n roll hits of the era, played live on stage with a full band, TOM is a show that celebrates an ordinary man with an extraordinary talent.

Written by Mike James, this inspirational tale of incredible self-belief and determination will thrill audiences throughout Wales and beyond.

Photograph of a poster for 'A Story of Tom Jones' outside Muni Arts Centre - the poster consists of a red graphic with the word 'TOM' and an actor in front of it from behind singing into a microphone dressed as Tom Jones.

This production toured to:

The Muni Arts Centre, Pontypridd

Gardyne Theatre, Dundee

Gwyn Hall, Neath

New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich

The Lyric Theatre, Carmarthen

Theatre Royal Windsor

Pavilion Theatre, Rhyl

This show is not to be missed – whether you're one of Tom Jones’ biggest fans or are coming new to the Welshman’s long and illustrious party.
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Cast
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Kieran Bailey
Chris Slade
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Tom Connor
Dave Cooper
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Shirley Darroch
Jo Mills
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Phylip Harries
Jack Lister
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Daniel Lloyd
Mickey Gee
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Kit Orton
Tom
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Alex Parry
Vernon Hopkins
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Elin Phillips
Linda
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Dean Read
Gordon Mills
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Nicola Reynolds
Vi
This sensational production, as Welsh and homegrown as Tom himself…
Getwestlondon
Production
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Mike James
Writer
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Geinor Styles
Director
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Mike Beer
Sound Designer
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Sean Crowley
Designer
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Ben Goddard
Musical Director
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Ceri James
Lighting Designer
With good Welsh humour, plenty of hit songs and a full ensemble gig finale……… you’ll want to dance in the aisles and continue the party afterwards.
The Stage
A great feel good show that audiences of all ages will enjoy, go and see and take your frilly knickers with you. As of yet there are no plans for the show to go to the West End but with its charm it probably won’t be long. Best get along before it gets snapped up.
Buzzmag
Theatr na nÓg’s story of the early days of the silver-haired judge on BBC’s The Voice is as gritty as the coal from South Wales, but nicely balanced with comedic performances and some cracking good music.
UK Theatre Network
A band on stage with the lead singer (and actor playing Tom Jones) holding a microphone. A man sat in a chair with a bowler hat Five people standing holding drinks in a pub scene Two women and a man in work overcoats talking to a woman in a red dress Three women sat on a sofa with a man standing behind. All are dressed in clothes from the 1960s.

To view more photographs of this production - click here