“O Arglwydd, dyma Gamwedd.”
Richard Lewis, or Dic Penderyn as he is better known. An unsung Welsh hero. Wrongfully hanged for a crime he never committed. A man whose history must live on.
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The story of Dic Penderyn has been one that’s been hidden for far too long. A story that has been kept mostly to the Merthyr area. Penderyn was hanged in the streets of Cardiff in 1831 after being wrongly accused of stabbing a soldier during the Merthyr Uprising. Penderyn was an avid fighter for workers’ rights and since his wrongful death, the Welsh people have been actively fighting for a posthumous pardon on his behalf.
Alongside this ongoing fight, comes a brand new play called ‘Iniquity (Camwedd)’. From only a thought talked over wine around 5 years ago, Iniquity has been brewing for quite some time. We spoke with Stuart Broad, the Creator and Director of Iniquity, about the importance of the play, not only to him but the audience too. He told us that it’s very important that we keep the history of a true Welsh hero alive.
The play tells the truth about Penderyn and his life during the gruelling Merthyr Uprising. Cast and crew are urging the audience to sign a new petition for a pardon. The fight is as strong as ever.
Filled with local talent from South Wales, the play will run from Tuesday 27th of July to the 31st in the Princess Royal Theatre, Port Talbot. Tickets can be purchased via the theatre website.
