Following the success of An Evening of Scott Gibbs and Neil Jenkins last April, The Platinum Room returns for An Evening with The Greatest Player ever to don a Welsh jersey, Sir Gareth Edwards.
On Saturday 13 September (7pm) in the Arts Wing of Swansea Grand Theatre, the night will be hosted by the brilliant Mal Pope, with entertainment also provided by comedian Lenny Dee.
77-year-old Pontadawe-born Edwards has had an illustrious career earning 53 caps for his country over a 11-year period where he was part of the Welsh side that won eight Five Nations titles including three Grand Slams – a period known as Wales’ second golden era.
Gareth Edwards passes during the 2nd rugby union test match between the British Irish Lions and the All Blacks, 10 July 1971. Credit: Photosport
Edwards also stared for the British & Irish Lions, starting every Test of the series victories over New Zealand in 1971 and South Africa in 1974.
In 2007, Edwards became a CBE for services to sport. He was knighted in the Queen’s Birthday Honours of 2015, for his services to sport and to charity.
With many enthralling tales to be told, the evening highlight will surely be the story of when Edwards scored what is widely regarded as the ‘greatest try in history’.
Though there were many memorable games and moments, one match that will forever be remembered will be his breathtaking score which came during the opening moments of the Barbarians vs the All Blacks test in 1973.
Come and join in an evening of laughter and rugby tales and hear the detail of that day from the man himself.
Commenting on the event Platinum Room co-owner Luke Brooks said:
“We are looking forward to hosting Sir Gareth Edwards at Swansea Grand Theatre on 13th September.
“We have just sold out Neath Gwyn Hall so to bring Sir Gareth to Swansea is an absolute pleasure.
“We also have a number of events for sporting fans coming up.”
1st March – An Evening with Mike Ruddock and Alan Curtis
6th March – We will be supporting the Army Benevolent Fund at the Principality Stadium with ‘An Evening with Lee Byrne’
14th March – An Evening with James Haskell at Swansea Village Hotel
11th April – An Evening with Lee Trundle and Leon Britton at the Castle Hotel Neath
9th May – An Evening with Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson at Blanco’s Port Talbot
“Over the past 12 months we have been supporting local football and rugby teams with fundraising. If your team are currently fundraising please contact the Platinum Room directly.”
Tickets for an Evening with Sir Gareth Edwards can be purchased here priced at £42, with Meet and Greet VIP £72 other Platinum Room events available via links above.
NB: This event may contain strong language and adult themes and is therefore not suitable for children under 16.
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