Overview
Slate is the lifeblood of Blaenau Ffestiniog, but its dust can be deadly, with a painful legacy for family and society. this drama portrays aspects of the quarryman’s life in Blaenau Ffestiniog – work, home, chapel, courtship – and indicates the importance of education to the younger generation. The story highlights the hardships and tough choices that were part and parcel of life in such a society, alongside its cultural vibrancy and community spirit.
Production
Cwmni Da
Cast & Characters
Robert Jones
Directors & Crew
Ifan ab Owen Edwards
Director
Ifan ab Owen Edwards
Writer
John Ellis Williams
Writer
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