A man in the making
It’s 2015. Jac is a young trans man, born in the wrong body, beginning the search for the life he knows he’s meant to live.
As he begins his transition, tensions rise, relationships strain, and the support he relies on starts to feel more fragile than ever. When a final rejection pushes Jac to his breaking point, he hurls himself into oblivion, testing the limits of both his body and his mind.
Will those he loves stand by him when it matters most?
Written and performed by Leo Drayton, Dynolwaith is a deeply personal and heartfelt Welsh-language story of self-discovery, resilience, and transformation that will resonate long after the curtain falls.
All performances will be captioned in Welsh and English.
Following the performances at Sherman Theatre, this production will tour to:
Canolfan Arad Goch, Aberystwyth – 7 October 2025
Galeri, Caernarfon – 9 October 2025
Pontio, Bangor – 10 October 2025
Theatr Derek Williams, Bala – 11 October 2025
BSL Performances:
Sherman Theatre 30 September, 3 October
- 30 Sep and 3 Oct – BSL Cathryn McShane
- 3 Oct – Pre show Deaf Theatre Club BSL Claire Anderson
Pontio, Bangor 10 October
Activities and events
Through Jac’s story in Dynolwaith, we see one person’s trans experience, but we are aware that there are many more and that everyone is different. A supporting programme of activities and events will share a range of experiences:
Exhibition space in the foyer: sharing responses to the play from within the community and providing a space for audience members to share their own thoughts and reactions
Paned o Gê book stall: 26 September & 4 October
How can we share the weight? This panel discussion will directly follow the performance on Friday 3 October. BSL interpretation will be provided by Cathryn McShane.
Wellbeing support will be available to DYNOLWAITH audiences at Sherman Theatre after the following performances.
Friday 26th September
The Studio will remain open for 30 minutes after the show. Wellbeing coach Ndidi John will be available in the auditorium to provide support for anyone who requires it.
Tuesday 30th September
The Studio will remain open for 30 minutes after the show. Chrissie Ciani from Platfform will be available in the auditorium to provide wellbeing support for anyone who requires it.
Saturday 4th October
Wellbeing support will be provided by Chrissie Ciani from Platfform in Funders Corner. This area is situated to the left-hand side of the foyer as you enter through the main doors, where our foundation stones and community portrait of Harry and Abe Sherman are on display.
Our wellbeing facilitators will offer a safe, supportive space whether you want to chat, take a breather, or just sit quietly. You’re not alone. – Platfform
