This is a posting I thought I would never make. I have always felt that a politician, when saying positive things about the talents of young people in his or her constituency, have a tendency to sound less than sincere.

However, having thought about it for more than 24 hours I feel compelled to say that the Llandudno Youth Music Theatre production of ‘Billy Elliot, the Musical’ was simply excellent. It was committed, professional and a delight to the packed house that witnessed the performance on Friday night. I understand that the four shows were all sold out in advance and on the evidence of what I witnessed with my eight year old daughter I strongly suspect that everybody would have had an experience to remember.

The fact that a Youth Music Theatre company based in Llandudno could utilise the professional lighting and surroundings of Venue Cymru is also something which gives us pride in the fact that such an experience, of performing in a professional and challenging environment is an option available to our young people on their doorstep.

I extend my congratulations to all the performers and supporting volunteers from the Llandudno Youth Music Theatre and to the staff at Venue Cymru for what was an excellent evening of entertainment.

Diolch yn fawr!