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A £1 million fundraising drive by the (RWCMD) has kicked off and has been given a boost by a couple of Welsh stars.

Sir Tom Jones and Sir Anthony Hopkins have apparently donated to RWCMD's fund, which is raising money to complete the £22.5 million improvements to the facility.

These improvements to Wales' flagship arts educational establishment include a 420-seat concert hall, the 160-seat Richard Burton theatre and four new rehearsal spaces.

The RWCMD is asking the general public to become involved through ''. On 6-8 December, each pound donated will be matched, therefore doubling money going to the project.