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Article: A WARM WELCOME AWAITS ALL FROM THE URDD; THE National Urdd Eisteddfod starts tomorrow night with a Bryn Terfel concert at the Wales Millennium Centre. And around 100,000 visitors from across Wales are expected to converge on Cardiff Bay over the coming week. Here, Steffan Rhys tells you everything you need to know about the event.
- Article from:
- South Wales Echo (Cardiff, Wales)
- Article date:
- May 23, 2009
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Byline: Steffan Rhys
What is the National Urdd Eisteddfod? It is Wales' premier youth festival. It is a celebration of the Welsh language, culture and the wealth of young talent we have in Wales today. The travelling festival is held in different locations every year and this year it will be held in Cardiff Bay.
How many youngsters will be taking part? 15,000 competitors are expected. Competitors ages range from five to 25 and they will be vying for the top spot in a wide range of competitions - singing, dancing, recitation, instrumental, cookery and a wide ...