Ruthin Town Hall

James Maddock
2026-06-20 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
James Maddock Live at The Assembly Room
Experience an unforgettable evening with James Maddock, the acclaimed British‑born, New York‑based singer‑songwriter whose soulful voice and richly crafted songs have earned him a devoted international following. On 20 June, he brings his transatlantic blend of folk, rock, and Americana to the historic Assembly Room in Ruthin for a rare, intimate performance.
Maddock’s music is known for its warm acoustic textures, poetic storytelling, and that unmistakable, lived‑in voice that has drawn comparisons to the greats of the singer‑songwriter tradition. Whether performing tender ballads or driving roots‑rock numbers, he creates a connection with audiences that feels personal, heartfelt, and deeply human.
Set within the atmospheric surroundings of Ruthin’s Victorian Assembly Room, this special concert promises a night of exceptional musicianship, moving songwriting, and the kind of close‑up performance that stays with you long after the final note.
Don’t miss the chance to see James Maddock in one of North Wales’ most characterful venues.
Tickets are limited – early booking is strongly recommended.

James Maddock yn Fyw yn Yr Ystafell Ymgunnull
Dewch i fwynhau noson arbennig gyda James Maddock, y canwr‑gyfansoddwr o Brydain sy’n byw yn Efrog Newydd ac sydd wedi ennill canmoliaeth eang am ei lais cynnes, graenus a’i ganeuon llawn stori. Ar 20 Mehefin, bydd yn dod â’i gymysgedd unigryw o ffolk, roc ac Americana i ystafell hanesyddol Yr Ystafell Ymgunnull, Rhuthun, ar gyfer perfformiad agos a chofiadwy.
Mae cerddoriaeth Maddock yn adnabyddus am ei thôn gynnes ac acwstig, ei naratifau barddonol a’r llais unigryw hwnnw sy’n teimlo’n ddiffuant ac yn ddynol. Boed yn ganu baledi tyner neu’n perfformio traciau roc gwreiddiau mwy bywiog, mae’n creu cysylltiad uniongyrchol â’r gynulleidfa sy’n aros gyda chi ymhell ar ôl i’r noson ddod i ben.
Yn y lleoliad atmosfferig a hanesyddol hwn o gyfnod Fictoraidd, mae’r gig yn addo noson o gerddoriaeth o’r radd flaenaf, caneuon sy’n cyffwrdd y galon, a pherfformiad agos‑atoch na cheir ei debyg yn aml yng Ngogledd Cymru.
Peidiwch â cholli’r cyfle i weld James Maddock mewn un o leoliadau mwyaf swynol Rhuthun.
Mae tocynnau’n gyfyngedig – archebwch yn gynnar.

The Friday Night Cover Up - The Hit Parade (60's Show)
2026-08-14 19:00 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
The Hit Parade return with a brand new stage and theatre show. Formerly a tribute show to the music of Paul Weller, they are back with a new love letter to the golden era of music, the 1960’s.
This is a fab tribute to a time when music was a mixing pot of new ideas, experimentation and timeless melodies. The show is packed full of hits that are sure to deliver a night you won’t forget. From Merseybeat standards, through to the crowd pleasing grooves of Motown/Northern Soul and everything in between, audiences are in for over two hours of solid 60’s magic.
Using archive footage and material, the show starts the moment audiences step in to the performance area as the band transport you back in time to enjoy a trip down memory lane before the main event begins.
The ensemble is made up of some of the UK’s most prolific and professional touring musicians with decades of combined experience between them. To complete the line up, The Hit Parade feature a brass section comprising of the most sought after players in the country.
Audiences can be sure that they will see a show that is suitable for all ages and everyone is welcome to join the gang as they travel back in time with a swinging soundtrack. Travelling as far and wide across the UK and beyond, make sure you don’t miss the chance to see The Hit Parade as they visit your local towns and cities. 60’s attire is not essential, but, it is highly encouraged! See you there!

Samuel Moore - Flamenco Guitarist Concert
2026-09-23 19:00 - 21:30 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
Flamenco Virtuoso
Get ready to be captivated by the mesmerising music of Samuel Moore, the multi-
award winning flamenco guitarist. With his exceptional talent and mastery of
flamenco, Samuel will transport you to the heart of Spain in this concert.
Whether you are a dedicated flamenco fan or simply looking for a unique cultural
experience, this event promises to be unforgettable!
This performance is part of Samuel’s UK tour to support the release of his début solo
album!

About Samuel Moore
Hailed as “a fantastic flamenco guitarist” (BBC Radio 3) and winner of the Vienna
International Music Competition (2025) and the Manhattan International Music
Competition (2023), Samuel Moore is fast establishing himself as one of the leading
musicians of his generation. Since 2007 he has performed in venues across the UK,
Europe, and North America. Solo performance highlights include New York’s
Carnegie Hall and Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London.
When not on tour or recording, Samuel enjoys passing on his musical knowledge
through teaching. Notably, he is the author of the ‘Flamenco Guitar Compás
Essentials’ book series.
Samuel learnt his craft as a one-to-one student of the world-renowned flamenco
guitarists: Juan Martín, Grisha Goryachev and Dennis Koster. He has also attended
workshops led by Paco Peña. Samuel is an alumnus of Leeds Conservatoire, class of
2013.

The Breath
2026-10-08 19:00 - 22:00 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
The Breath is Stuart McCallum, acclaimed guitar whiz and ex-member of The Cinematic Orchestra, and Ríoghnach Connolly, multi award-winning folk singer. Softly-spoken Stuart and larger-than-life Ríoghnach met on Manchester’s gig circuit in the late noughties and their connection was immediate. They formed The Breath in 2016, a singer-songwriter duo to present their contemporary take on alt-folk.
For them, it’s all about the song. Connolly is a storyteller and their exquisitely crafted, honest, personal, heartfelt songs are as likely to touch on childhood summers and first love as cultural dislocation, post- colonial injustices and grief. But it’s Ríoghnach’s impassioned delivery and extraordinary stop-you-in- your-tracks voice, coupled with Stuart’s understated brilliance that is so engaging.
The Breath have released three albums on Peter Gabriel’s Real World label. Their breakthrough album, ‘Carry Your Kin’ (2016) delved deeply into the spaces between rock, ambient and Irish folk, where layered vocals, mesmerising guitar riffs and expansive folk arrangements created a big sound. ‘Let the Cards Fall’ followed in 2018, and, like the first, was recorded with a full band granting a multi-textured kaleidoscope of sound with a cinematic sensibility. References to Celtic history and cultural loss are woven into a bewitching collection of songs that span beguiling ballads and punch-the-air anthems. In support of the release, Stuart and Ríoghnach performed a series of shows – just the two of them. Stripped bare, they found a new depth and beauty in their songs allowing their extraordinary connection to shine through.
The duo returned to the studio in 2019 to record ‘Only Stories (Let the Cards Fall Revisited)’ reimagining previous work (alongside two new songs) taking it back to its acoustic roots. This new direction would see Ríoghnach Connolly receive an RTÉ Folk Award nomination for Best Folk Singer and win Folk Singer Of The Year at the 2019 BBC R2 Folk Awards for which the duo were also nominated as Best Duo/Group.

"An affecting blend... McCallum provides the grandeur and artifice and Connolly the intimacy and purity." - Uncut

"The Breath rolls across the senses like clouds caress low hills – always moving, changing, evolving; and utterly fascinating." - Folk Radio.com

"Folk roots but different horizons... the jaw-droppingly stunning, woozy voice of Ríoghnach Connolly." - The Guardian

Joe Wells - Daddy Autism (UK Comedy Tour)
2026-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
Joe and his wife are having a baby. He's autistic so statistically it's quite likely the baby
will be too. In this new show, critically acclaimed comedian Joe Wells explores
fatherhood through the lense of neurodiversity. Plus, there’s a really good joke about a
parrot.
As seen on: Rosie Jones’ Disability Comedy Extravaganza, BBC Two’s Ouch
Storytelling Live and Channel 4’s Jokes Only a Neurodivergent Can Tell.
'Some of the most surprising and thought-provoking material coming from any comedian' (Guardian).
Over 20 million online views.
'One of my favourite comics' (Frankie Boyle).
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (NeurodiverseReview.co.uk).
★ ★ ★ ★ (Chortle.co.uk).

Additional accessibility information about this show.
- Audience members can use phones during the show (as long as they don’t record the performance)
- Audience members are allowed to step outside during the show for any reason
- Audience members are allowed to stim (move about) during the show
- There is no unwanted audience interaction in this show
- The show does not have any flashing lights but there are some loud noises
- There are very small amounts of visual humour in the show (written text and pictures on a screen). If you attend with someone who is visually impaired, then you are welcome to explain those elements of the show
- The show is an adult stand up show with swearing and inappropriate jokes, this is not a relaxed performance for children. The style of comedy may not be accessible to everyone so check it out online if you are unsure - www.joewells.org.uk
- If there is anything else we can do to make the show accessible for you please email events@artisanmarkets.wales

Twpsyn (plus special guest TBC)
2026-10-31 19:00
If laid back garage/surf-rock are your thing - Twpsyn are the band for you. Formed in South Wales in 2025, their debut releases have quickly established their place in the Welsh music scene. Their distinctively tight and snappy clean-surf tone cites influences spanning decades, though somehow still sounding like a fresh and modern band.

Their debut single 'Come On Honey' was released in November 2025, recorded with Louis O'Hara at CWRW Studios and is the first single of a 6-track EP due for release in May.
The band consists of George Parfitt, Owen Coombs, Liam Keane, and Isaac Underwood

Briana Corrigan of The Beautiful South (support from Rhi Jorj)
2026-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
With a voice that “could melt icebergs at 50 paces” (VOX), Briana Corrigan of The Beautiful South has returned to the stage after a 10-year hiatus with 5 hugely successful and largely sold-out tours throughout the UK and IRELAND already completed, a new album in the pipeline and a series of brand new gigs lined up for Spring 2026.
Belfast born Corrigan is best known for delivering Beautiful South’s most successful single, the chart topping, No1, Brit award winning A Little Time where her unique vocal -“one of the most distinctive voices in pop” (Time Out) and Heaton’s brilliantly acerbic lyrics and catchy melody combined to create an unforgettable anthem to broken love
As a songwriter in her own right, Corrigan has released 2 critically acclaimed solo albums, enjoying accolades from the likes of Q magazine, “her forte…. chest hugging breast beating balladry of the highest calibre”,
“A revelation!” (Melody Maker)
“a songwriter of wit and elegance” (Hot Press),
“It’s like listening to someone sing you a story. The rain outside is drifting along the glass and this is a good soundtrack to the tale of its falling” (Melody Maker)
This is a rare opportunity to hear Corrigan’s “stupendous vocal” (NME) up close and personal as she entertains with an evening of story and song.
Expect Beautiful South classics, nestled among her own beautifully crafted songs and some unique takes on traditional favourites all combining to pack an intimate, heart-warming, emotional and joyous punch of connection.
Visit Briana's website here

Nic-Cage Against The Machine
2026-11-06 19:00 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
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Nic-Cage Against The Machine are an experience you have to see to believe. They have built up a reputation for being completely out there, completely over the top and completely brilliant.
Utilising the legendary cult status of Nicolas Cage, the 4 members of the band shine in their showmanship by going through a repertoire of iconic Cage movie characters, whilst simultaneously channeling the immense sound and music of Rage Against The Machine.
A radical performance with props, famous movie quotes, hilarious moments and all round bombasity.
"I am not familiar with that musical institution.." Nic Cage, The Guardian

Dave McCabe (The Zutons) & very special guest James Jay Lewis
2026-12-11 19:00 - 22:00 | The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, The Assembly Room / Yr Ystafell Ymgynnull, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1AS, United Kingdom
Dave McCabe Announces second UK Tour with James Jay Lewis
After recently stepping out with his debut solo single “When You’re Young”, Dave McCabe is heading back on the road this November for a run of UK dates, joined once again by special guest, James Jay Lewis.
Best known as the voice and songwriter behind The Zutons, McCabe’s move into solo territory has already made a strong impression. “When You’re Young” has been tremendously well received and already a firm live favourite.
Earlier this year, McCabe and Lewis played a run of shows together that quickly gathered momentum, with packed rooms and a great response night after night. This new tour builds on that, taking them to more venues across the UK through November and into December.
McCabe’s set draws from material throughout his rich writing career, from Zutons classics, to songs he wrote for other artists and glimpses of his new music, the second of which will be released in advance of the tour.
Jay Lewis is a perfect fit for the bill. A Liverpool-born multi-instrumentalist, he’s worked with Cast and The La's over the years, and has been steadily building his own solo following. With songs that carry a classic, melodic British song writing style, and his outstanding musicianship, the two team up together both on their own and each other’s music.
The tour kicks off in Barnoldswick on November 5th and wraps up in Liverpool in mid-December, taking in stops in Birmingham, London, Glasgow and more along the way.
TOUR DATES
November
Thu 5 – Barnoldswick – Music & Arts Centre
Thu 12 – Preston – Chew’s Yard
Fri 13 – Guiseley – Guiseley Theatre
Sat 14 – Birmingham – Kitchen Garden Café
Sun 15 – Buxton – Trackside (Buxton Brewery)
Thu 19 – Derby – Flowerpot
Fri 20 – Mexborough – Gorilla Beer Hall
Sat 21 – Guildford – Boiler Room
Sun 22 – Tunbridge Wells – The Forum
Thu 26 – Leamington Spa – Temperance
Fri 27 – Lewes – Con Club
Sat 28 – Ramsgate – Music Hall
Sun 29 – London – 100 Club
December
Fri 4 – Dundee – Hidden
Sat 5 – Glasgow – The Poetry Club
Wed 9 – Carlisle – Old Fire Station
Thu 10 – Selby – Town Hall
Fri 11 – Ruthin – Assembly Room
Sat 12 – Liverpool – Arts Club Theatre
Tickets available: linktr.ee/davezuton
(Artwork by @theseasicksailor)
