A fur coat, Tina Turner, immersive theatre panic, uncontrollable cackling, six dogs, and a very emotional game of bingo… it’s been a week.

In this episode of Pain in the Arts, Chris and Jak dive into a packed seven days across Wales’ creative scene. From gearing up for the iconic Tina – The Tina Turner Musical at the Wales Millennium Centre, to a surprisingly emotional one‑woman show at the Sherman Theatre, they unpack the highs, the laughs, and the unexpected tears.

They also explore Janet Chaplin’s vibrant new exhibition in Penarth, share half‑term creative picks for families, and tackle a listener question about how to get friends and family to take your creative career seriously. Spoiler: it’s not just a “fun little hobby”.

If you work in the arts, want to work in the arts, or just love watching the chaos from a safe distance, you’re in good company here.

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