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South Wales Argus
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Newport play written and performed by homeless people
'The Visitor' was developed over 10 weeks as part of The Story Project, a two-year storytelling project funded by Arts Council Wales. This has developed as a collaborative effort between Welsh homelessness charity The Wallich, Owen Thomas, the Riverfront Theatre, Sherman Theatre, Grand Ambition in Swansea, Carmarthenshire Theatres, Theatr Clwyd, Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Awen Cultural Trust, and National Theatre Wales. The performance aimed to challenge stereotypes by showcasing talent and creativity, offering new perspectives on homelessness. The heart of the story lies in the journey of the Visitor, portrayed by Osian Lloyd, an emerging actor who is also a participant in the Story Project. The Visitor's adventure in Newport begins after his bus breaks down. Initially, he holds certain prejudices against the city, known for violence and antisocial behaviour. But The Professor, a character in the play, guides him on a time-travelling adventure, revealing vital moments of Newport's history. These included the 1830s uprising led by John Frost and the Chartists, the symbolism of the transporter bridge in the 1900s, the lively music scene of the 1980s, and finally, a glimpse into modern-day Newport. The narrative then becomes a moving testament to shared experiences and creativity. The play was presented as a script-in-hand performance by a group supported by The Wallich through the Gwent BOOST Project, with the assistance of other project participants. Despite a tight six-week schedule, the cast, under the guidance of Newport practitioner Naomi Norman and Owen Thomas, managed to integrate their personal experiences and connections to Newport into an engaging story. The performance concluded on a hopeful note, with the Visitor deciding to extend his stay in Newport, changing his previously negative impression of the town. The Story Project has been transformative, paving the way for new partnerships, friendships, talents, and even careers. People homeless from Cardiff, Swansea, Aberystwyth, Wrexham, Ammanford, and Llanelli have all participated in the initiative. The project aims to introduce or reintroduce the enchantment of theatre and the arts, encouraging people homeless to share their stories and develop new creative and technical skills.
Daily Mirror
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Fortnite OG Season 4 start date for the next throwback season
The Fortnite OG Season 4 release date is fast approaching, with the new season set to bring a host of classic content, as well as a tease that the game could be set to change history in the classic mode The upcoming Fortnite OG season is set to bring a significant change to the beloved island, if the latest teaser is anything to go by. Since Fortnite OG launched as a standalone mode, it's managed to find its footing pretty fast. The introduction of an exclusive pass for players, and throwback to classic seasons along with their cosmetics has been a game-changer, particularly as it allows players to revisit iconic POIs and annihilate enemies with weapons that have been inactive in Fortnite for years. This is a refreshing contrast to the current mainline season, which includes a new Mandalorian Fortnite skin and Jar Jar Binks NPC in a Star Wars crossover that got its own dedicated mini season. The upcoming Fortnite OG Season 4 is on its way, so you might want to wrap up that OG Pass quickly before the introduction of a new season reflecting the game's fourth ever season, aptly named Brace for Impact. This is well-timed, as the superhero-themed classic season aligns with Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3, which is also speculated to feature spandex-wearing heroes. But when exactly can we anticipate the launch of Fortnite OG Season 4, and what will it include? Here's everything you need to know about the Fortnite OG Season 4 release date and the forthcoming content drop. Fortnite OG Season 4 release date The release date for Fortnite OG Season 4 is scheduled for Saturday, June 7 at 4pm PDT / 7pm EDT, and Sunday, June 8 at 12am BST. This date has been verified by the Battle Pass screen for the OG Season 3 Pass, coinciding with the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 release date which was recently brought forward a day, as disclosed by @ShiinaBR. The time is an estimate based on the current OG pass's end time, with the anticipated five-hour season-spanning downtime added on top. This time is not yet confirmed, but it's a fairly solid estimate. The timing of the new season couldn't be more perfect, as it coincides with an original superhero-themed Chapter 4 and the upcoming Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3, which is also set to feature a mix of original and licensed superheroes. What can we expect from Fortnite OG Season 4? Currently, there's just a single teaser hinting at the arrival of Fortnite OG Season 4. But before diving into that, let's look back at the content introduced in the iconic Chapter 1 Season 4. Fortnite Chapter 1 Season 4 saw the introduction of characters The Visitor and Carbide, the deployment of the Burst Assault Rifle and Drum Gun, and the memorable meteor strike on Dusty Depot, scattering debris across the map and altering numerous points of interest. Epic Games has started to drop hints about Fortnite OG Season 4, tweeting an image of a glitched television screen with the mysterious caption "anyone got eyes on Tilted," suggesting a historic twist where the meteor hits Tilted Towers instead of Dusty Depot. It's a daring move, especially since OG aims to serve up a hearty slice of nostalgia, however, it undeniably adds a unique flair to the mode. The release date for Fortnite OG Season 4 is fast approaching, and if the hints from Fortnite are to be believed, this could be a daring move for the mode, taking inspiration from the classic season and flipping it upside down. You may want to loot Tilted Towers before it disappears once more. Make sure you don't miss out on our latest high-quality videos on YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook, where we'll be posting our latest reviews, previews, interviews, and live streams!
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The Visitor' Debuts First Clip Ahead of Karlovy Vary Premiere as Totem Films Launches Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Paris-based Totem Films has shared an exclusive first-look clip of 'The Visitor,' set to world premiere in the main competition at the 59th Karlovy Vary Film Festival. Totem Films holds world sales rights to the film, which is directed by Lithuania's Vytautas Katkus. The film centers on 30-year-old Danielius, who has been living in Norway for over a decade. He has everything he needs — a job, a family, and friends. But when his father passes away, he is forced to return to his hometown in Lithuania to sell his childhood apartment. More from Variety Josh O'Connor's 'Rebuilding,' Andrea Riseborough's 'Dragonfly' Among Karlovy Vary Lineup, With 'Roma' Producer Nicolás Celis on Jury Krystof Mucha Named Chairman of Karlovy Vary Film Festival Group as Position of President Left Unfilled Last Year at Karlovy Vary: A Remembrance of Czech Actor and Festival Chief Jiri Bartoska Arriving at the end of summer, the small resort town feels like a temporary retreat. Yet he quickly realizes that everything has changed. As Danielius reconnects with familiar places, old friends, and lingering memories, he is confronted by a quiet sense of loneliness. Instead of resisting, he allows himself to explore it. Between farewells and fleeting moments, Danielius embraces the present — immersing himself in the town one last time before finally letting go. ' 'The Visitor' asks what it means to revisit the places, people, and emotions we thought were long behind us,' Katkus said. 'Through Danielius's journey, the film becomes a quiet exploration of memory, longing, and the subtle disorientation of returning to a life that no longer feels like your own. I wanted the viewer to feel as though they're being led through a landscape of their own past — familiar, faded, and filled with unexpected emotion. It's about arriving too late, or staying too long, and confronting what still lingers.' Totem Films, which came on board as the film's world sales agent in 2023, said: 'Vytautas continues to immerse us in his artistic universe built around human relationships and a great attention to the cinematic form. We love how his films are also always infused with humor and believe that 'The Visitor' will resonate with international audiences.' 'The Visitor' is produced by Marija Razgutė and Brigita Beniušytė for Lithuania-based production company M-Films, with co-production by Staer and the Arctic Film Norway Invest in Norway and Garagefilm International in Sweden. 'The Visitor' is co-written with Marija Kavtaradze, writer/director of Sundance award winner 'Slow' in 2023, on which Totem Films and M-Films collaborated. 'Slow' was also screened at the 2023 edition of Karlovy Vary; it has since been sold to more than 20 countries. Distributors for the production countries are already confirmed, with Kino Pavasaris for Lithuania, Staer for Norway and Folkets Bio for Sweden. The film is supported by the Lithuanian Film Centre, Eurimages – Council of Europe, Swedish Film Institute, Creative Europe MEDIA and Lithuanian National Radio and Television. Katkus' 'Places' was at Venice in 2020 as a nominee for the Horizons' best short film award, and 'Cherries' was in Cannes' short film competition in 2022. . Best of Variety What's Coming to Netflix in June 2025 New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
