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Centre for the Arts Maidenhead
May - Aug 2016
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Dear Friends Welcome to the Summer Season at The Farm. Live music to inspire you, brand new drama to make you think and comedy to make you LOL. Come on your own or with friends, both ways work, so, what are you getting up to this summer? Here are some of the things I’m most excited about… A whole raft of Edinburgh comedy previews - comedians testing out material in preparation for the most important comedy platform of the year. And you get to see them up close and personal. Theatre this season includes three new works! We’ve co-commissioned White Feather Boxer as part of the greenhouse scheme. Comedian Alistair McGowan previews his play about composer and belle époque eccentric Erik Satie. And our associate company Slot Machine preview Toys created for our younger audiences, where their actual toys perform in the shows. The Big Berkshire Beach gig is a new showcase for local musicians, continuing our mission of finding and supporting new talent. Apply to perform by emailing me on jane.corry@nordenfarm.org. The event takes place during our Hawaiian Elvis themed beach, which is back all summer long and completely free to play on. We’ve got everything you need for a good night - or afternoon - out. Catch a show, watch a movie, take a class, work on your laptop in the Café Bar, have a meeting in the Farmhouse, host a family celebration in the Long Barn, see the world with new eyes. Whatever you’re here for, you know you always get a friendly welcome at The Farm. It’s your cultural home. Looking forward to seeing you here.
Jane Corry Chief Executive and Artistic Director jane.corry@nordenfarm.org / www.facebook.com/jane.nordenfarm
Book a Pre Show Dinner at the same time as your ticket and get two courses for only £14 (T&Cs apply). Call the Box Office on 01628 788997 to book.
Opening Hours Tues - Sat 10am - 11pm Sun 10am - 10.30pm
The Café Bar can also cater for your special occasion, in our 18th century Long Barn. Contact our Events and Operations Manager Richard Murphy on 01628 682558 or richard.murphy@nordenfarm.org
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Food Served Tues - Sat 11.30am - 3pm 5.30pm - 7.45pm Sun 12pm - 2.30pm
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The Norden Farm Café Bar
Gigs • Comedy • Film • Theatre • Gallery • Classes • Café Bar
Films at Norden Farm
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Ask us for a film brochure! We print a separate film brochure every two months featuring the best of art-house, independent, foreign language films and blockbusters. Let us know if you would like to receive a film brochure or check our website for updated film listings. Highlights of the May - June film season include The Jungle Book, Florence Foster Jenkins and 10 Cloverfield Lane. See page 43-44 for details of our Event Cinema screenings - broadcast to Norden Farm live from venues such as the Royal Opera House, National Theatre and Glyndebourne.
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TripAdvisor ‘This is quite an amazing place for it seems to cater for every taste, both young and old… The range of activities is phenomenal for a modest sized venue and deserves to succeed for many years to come’ Graham R (Feb 16)
£15
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Kaleidoscope presents
G&S & Co
Thur 5 - Sat 7 May 7.15pm Four fully-staged short theatrical works: Trial by Jury (Gilbert and Sullivan); The Zoo (Rowe and Sullivan); The Hooligan (Gilbert); and Perseverance (Turbot and Vulligan - aka AP Herbert and Vivian Ellis). WHY? An evening of fun, wit and entertainment from the pens of WS Gilbert, Sir Arthur Sullivan, AP Herbert, Vivian Ellis and Bolton Rowe Studio COMMUNITY HIRE
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OU Colin Stone and Mayumi Iida Sonata or Fantasy?
Einen Eveningen mit das Henning Wehn Sat 7 May 8pm and Sun 8 May 7.30pm Courtyard Theatre £16
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Fri 6 May 7.30pm Schubert Fantasy in F minor D.940 Prokofiev Sonata no. 6 in A major Op.82 Beethoven Moonlight Sonata (Sonata quasi fantasia, Op. 27 no.2) Schubert Wanderer Fantasy D.760 Colin Stone is a professor at the Royal Academy of Music and the Royal Northern College of Music. He is joined by Mayumi to play Schubert’s much loved piano duet. Mayumi was born in Japan and has given solo recitals in Tokyo and London. WHY? Colin is a member of the London Mozart Trio Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 conc)
The Croft and Pearce Show Fri 13 May 8pm The breakthrough stars of BBC Radio 4’s Sketchorama. Their first solo sketch show launched on BBC Radio 4 in March. At the Edinburgh Festival they have won the Mervyn Stutter Spirit of the Fringe Award, the Three Weeks Best Podcast of the Fringe and were amongst The List’s Top Five Double Acts. WHY? ★★★★★ Broadway Baby ★★★★★ One4Review | ★★★★ Three Weeks ★★★★ Edinburgh Evening News Studio £12 (£10 conc)
U2Baby
Fri 13 May 8pm The tribute to U2 perform fresh from a European tour. The band pride themselves on recreating the sights, the sounds and the energy of the iconic U2. From All I Want is You to Vertigo and Songs of Innocence, expect over 2 hours of music and a visual show that is second to none. WHY? ‘This HAS to be the best U2 cover band in the world!’ Rock at Night Magazine Courtyard Theatre £15
The Eurovision Song Contest Sat 14 May 6pm Catch all the action from Stockholm on the big screen. Hosts Jeff Lloyd and Mike Thompson set the scene for the big event - with a Eurovision quiz, a sweepstake and even a special guest… WHY? Fancy dress optional but the wilder we are the more chance we have of getting a shout out on the TV! Studio £7
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AGE
4-7 YEARS Police Dog Hogan
Sunday Stories
Sat 14 May 8pm The eight piece band are influenced by Americana, country-folk, folk-pop and urban bluegrass. Their line up includes guitar, accordion, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and trumpet. Police Dog Hogan are known for their live shows which are exuberant, accomplished, stirring and funny, mixing country-fried heartbreakers, belting anthems and foot-stomping singlaongs. WHY? Featuring the classy Guardian columnist Tim Dowling on banjo!
Led by Julie Loison Sun 15 May, Sun 12 Jun and Sun 17 Jul 11am - 11.45am Interactive storytelling in the magical story den, perhaps followed by a yummy Sunday lunch. Join in or unwind in the Café Bar with a latte and the Sunday papers, while your little ones get involved in telling stories from all over the world. WHY? A sociable, creative and entirely relaxed way to do Sundays for families with young children
Courtyard Theatre £14
The Story Den £3 per person. Lunch menu from £5
Oxfordshire Theatre Company present
Wed 18 May 7.30pm A quiet Irish village community is turned upside down with the arrival of a Hollywood film crew. They are looking for the ‘real’ Ireland for their latest schmaltzy blockbuster. Extras Charlie and Jake watch with amazement as cultures clash, divas strop, and everyone fights over the last portion of lemon meringue pie. In association with The Theatre Chipping Norton and The Dukes Lancaster. Suitable for ages 12+ years WHY? ‘Richly funny’ The Telegraph Courtyard Theatre
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Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman
RM Promotions present
Rant
Fri 20 May 8pm
Thur 19 May 8pm Four of Scotland’s finest fiddle players join forces to create a sound rich and vibrant, evocative of the exciting scene they create music in. Using just their fiddles, they weave a vibrant tapestry of melodies, textures, layers and sounds. Nominated at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2014.
Winners of Best Duo at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2013 and nominated at the 2016 awards. The intimacy and strength of passion shown as a duo, combined with an eclectic repertoire, ensures a rare treat for any listener. Kathryn’s sublime vocals merge seamlessly with Sean’s deft and inventive live guitar work. Supported by King of the South Seas.
WHY? ‘An irresistible journey through reels, strathspeys and jigs’ Songlines
WHY? Two of the British folk scene’s most accomplished performers
Studio
Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc)
St John’s Chamber Orchestra Summer Concert Sat 21 May 8pm Bo Lyu (piano) Nigel Wilkinson (conductor) Haydn Saint-Saens Tchaikovsky Mozart
Sinfonia concertante in B flat Piano Concerto No.2 Andante cantabile for strings Symphony No.41 in C (Jupiter)
A rare chance to hear Haydn’s splendid concertante for oboe, bassoon, violin and cello. The young Chinese pianist Bo Lyu joins the orchestra for Saint-Saens’ sparkling piano concerto. The concert culminates in Mozart’s majestic final symphony. WHY? The summer orchestral concert has a suitably radiant tone Courtyard Theatre £17 (£15 conc) (£5 under 16s)
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Woody Mann Wed 25 May 8pm
The New Yorker plays an enticing mix of American acoustic blues, roots and jazz guitar. This remarkable singer/ songwriter plays with passion and a deep sensitivity to his music with an easy, laid-back style. He is one of the world’s most renowned guitar masters and song story tellers. WHY? Woody taught Paul Simon to play guitar and has appeared with some of the world’s best guitarists over the past 30 years
Jazz at the Farm presents
Studio £10 advance £12 on the door
Fri 27 May 8pm
Funmbi Omotayo: Legal Immigrant Thur 26 May 8pm
In 1990, ten year old Funmbi leaves London for Lagos. The local kids find his British accent hilarious. He misses his friends back home, watching football and the gossip from Neighbours. This is Funmbi’s critically acclaimed debut show about being a fish out of water. Winner of the Amused Moose Laugh Off award and the Leicester Square New Act of The Year. WHY? ★★★★ The List | ★★★★ Three Weeks ★★★★ One4Review | ★★★★ Edinburgh Evening News Studio £12 Supporters £9
Spring into Jazz with Simon Allen (sax) Simon is Berkshire’s local hero made great, considered as one of the UK’s outstanding musicians. He is a member of the Laurence Cottle All Star Big Band and has appeared at Ronnie Scott’s, The Barbican and Brecon Jazz Festival. Supported by the award winning Pendulum Rhythm Section: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums). WHY? Simon also leads a horn section which has backed Phil Collins, Eric Clapton and Paul McCartney Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
TripAdvisor ‘Well worth a visit. Plenty of good and varied shows and also films. Look out for comedians showing their previews before their tours’ Pauline M (Feb 16)
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Take the Space presents
Richard Herring – Happy Now? Sat 28 May 8pm
After years of drifting aimlessly and alone, the comedian is now settled down with a wife and tiny baby. Is he finally happy now? Or does responsibility for the lives of others come with its own terrors? WHY? In his twelfth solo stand up show, Richard examines whether we are, can ever hope to be, or are meant to be truly content Courtyard Theatre £15
White Feather Boxer Thur 2 Jun 8pm 1967: Muhammad Ali defies the US Military by refusing to fight in Vietnam. Meanwhile in a shabby Bethnal Green flat, an elderly boxing trainer hears the news. He recalls his own dilemmas of WW1, when conscription in 1916 sent pacifists to prison or the firing squad. At the peak of his boxing career, he made a choice. Can Jimmy fight his demons from the past and tame a new demon from the present? Cocommissioned by greenhouse and Norden Farm. WHY? ‘This tiny company punches way above its weight’ The Public Review Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc), Supporters £12
The Vinyl Frontier with Jeff Lloyd £8
The Vinyl Frontier presents Castaway Vinyl Sat 28 May 8pm Join Paul Ross in conversation when he chooses select cuts on vinyl to accompany stories about his life in radio and television.
Live Aid Vinyl Sat 25 Jun 8pm Pete Smith is the former manager of The Kinks and the man whose job it was to put Live Aid on. Jeff Lloyd will be finding out Pete’s memories of the day.
Singles Championship 2016 Fri 29 Jul 8pm Eight challengers bring 3 singles each but only two people get to play all 3 as they battle out through 3 rounds to see who emerges as the champion!
WHY? Hear a classic album as it was intended - in full and on vinyl Studio
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Half Term at the Farm Everyday Activities
Morgan and West’s Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show for Kids
(Monday – Saturday)
Arts and crafts sessions 10.15am (1 hour) | £5 per child
Storytelling
(and childish grown-ups!)
1.15pm and 3.30pm (20 minutes) | £2 per child
Mon 30 May 11.30am and 2pm The time travelling Victorian magicians unload another boxful of bafflement and impossibility. Witness a mountain of mysterious magic, a hatful of hyper-reality and of course a truck full of tricks and tea. With brain busting illusion and good old fashioned tomfoolery.
James Seabright presents Superbolt Theatre’s production
WHY? ‘Brilliantly funny’ Three Weeks Courtyard Theatre AGE
5+ YEARS AGE
Sun 29 May 4.30pm
8+ YEARS
This award winning, laugh-out-loud spin on Jurassic Park is a theatrical celebration of cinematic nostalgia. In the unlikely setting of Lyme Regis Community Centre, the Park family embark on a journey to a misty past. When things go wrong, family feuds are faced with the rapturous roar of DIY dinosaurs. WHY? ‘Hilarious, new, fun and challenging adaptation of a popular culture sensation’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £40
Tickets
Films
Family shows (unless otherwise stated) £10 (£8 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £32
Don’t miss our family friendly movies throughout the week - see our website or family brochure for more details.
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Krazy Kat Theatre Company presents Sign Language Arts
The Very Magic Flute Thur 2 Jun 11.30am and 2pm Meet a lost Prince chased by a dragon, a mysterious Queen of the Night, a kidnapped Princess, a lonely Bird-Man, and don’t forget the Magic Flute and Bells! Showcasing Krazy Kat’s visual storytelling and bristling with creativity and humour. This is an ingenious and imaginative theatre show with big laughs! WHY? A whole new take on Mozart’s classic opera and suitable for both deaf and hearing audiences
AGE
3+ YEARS
Studio
Circo Ridiculoso presents
The Spectacular Balloon Show Fri 3 Jun 11.30am and 2pm A unique and fantastic show combining comedy, balloons, mayhem and daftness. Danny entertains with timeless skill and incredible balloon stunts of stupidity. The show includes The Human Balloon, Poppy the Balloon Hound and a daring finale! Danny is a master balloonsmith and an internationally acclaimed award winning balloon entertainer.
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WHY? ‘A master of his own particular brand of tomfoolery’ The Stage Courtyard Theatre
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£12 CKP Edinburgh Preview
Dominic Frisby and Will Duggan Fri 3 Jun 8pm
Dominic Frisby is known for talking about finance in an entertaining and hilarious way. He’s recently filmed The Money Pit for Dave TV. Will Duggan mixes stories and gags with a cheerfully cynical view of the world. He has supported Justin Moorhouse on tour. WHY? The first of two previews from leading comedy agent CKP (home of Micky Flanagan and Gary Delaney among others) Studio
James Freedman Man of Steal Sat 4 Jun 8pm Persuader. Showman. Thief. James Freedman is funny and fast fingered - he will steal a whole lot more than you might expect. His extraordinary show exposes how the bad guys really work, sharing a life time spent studying hustlers, street criminals and conmen. Someone will lose the most valuable thing possible - and it could be you! WHY? ‘Jaw-dropping... A dazzling display of thievery, makes for a novel night at the theatre’ Daily Telegraph Studio £15 (£13 conc)
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The English Final of the All-England Theatre Festival Sat 4 Jun 2.30pm and 7pm The All-England Theatre Festival is now in its 8th decade. It is the only countrywide, competitive festival of one act drama in England. The six month long competition is organised regionally. After a series of preliminary, quarter and semi-final rounds across the country, it culminates in a Grand Final in which the four area champions compete for the title of English Champion. WHY? Do you agree with the adjudicator’s choice? Studio £12 or £20 for both sessions Buffet supper £12 COMMUNITY HIRE
Off the Kerb Edinburgh Preview
£12
Tom Allen and Joel Dommett Sun 5 Jun 8pm
Tom Allen won So You Think You’re Funny in Edinburgh and the BBC New Comedy Awards in the same year. He is known for his unique style of sharp, acerbic wit and camp, riotous storytelling. Joel Dommett is an exciting and fresh talent on the comedy circuit. He is the face of MTV and co-starred in BBC3’s hugely successful Impractical Jokers. WHY? Tom is supporting Sarah Millican on tour while Joel has appeared on BBC2’s Russell Howard’s Good News Studio
PBJ Management Edinburgh Preview
Mark Dolan and Katia Kvinge Fri 10 Jun 8pm
Mark Dolan: This Show Will Change Your Life Mark has read almost every self-help book ever published. They are already calling him the ‘new Jesus’. Find out why in his hilarious new show - it might just change your life. Katia Kvinge The Scottish BAFTA nominated character comedian has been seen on the BBC, Channel 4 and MTV. She performs brand new material from her fast paced, multi-character comedy show. WHY? Catch two comedians for just £12 Studio £12
Oye Santana Sat 11 Jun 8pm Milan ‘Carlos’ Webb is as passionate and exciting as Santana himself. The seven piece band have an infectious good-time feel - every track a fiesta, every performance a show. With four decades’ worth of hits from Black Magic Woman and Oye Como Va via Carnaval, Dance Sister Dance and She’s Not There to Smooth, Maria Maria and Corazón Espinado. WHY? Expect guitar wizardry, keyboard mastery, astonishing vocals and powerhouse brass Courtyard Theatre £16
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‘What a great place this is to visit. Welcoming staff and a really good variety of films, shows to see over a month. Particularly like the comedy. Keep up the good work and I will keep visiting!’ Roger K (Jan 16)
Avalon Edinburgh Preview
Carl Donnelly and Naz Osmanoglu Sun 12 Jun 8pm Carl Donnelly is known for his conversational, silly sense of humour which has seen him win a host of awards. Naz Osmanoglu is star of BBC3’s Live at the Electric, Amused Moose Laugh-off Competition winner and a Chortle Best Newcomer Nominee. WHY? Carl has performed in comedy festivals across the world and Naz is an Edinburgh fringe veteran with acclaimed sketch trio WitTank Studio
Norden Farm Associate Company: Maidenhead Music Society presents
The Endellion String Quartet Thur 16 Jun 7.30pm
The Small Fakers Fri 17 Jun 8pm
The Small Fakers have built a reputation as the only Small Faces tribute band in the world. They have played to sell-out audiences all over Europe. The band have performed with original Small Face Jimmy Winston and original drummer Kenney Jones. WHY? Performing tracks from across the Small Faces’ career, All Or Nothing, Lazy Sunday and Itchycoo Park Courtyard Theatre £15
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One of the country’s leading and longest-established string quartets perform some of the finest works in the repertoire. The concert features Haydn’s ‘Fifths’ quartet (Op.76 no.2), a late Beethoven quartet (Op. 135) and Tchaikovsky’s Second Quartet. It promises to be an entrancing evening. WHY? ‘Intonation, balance, rhythmic precision, subtleties of dynamics and colour: all were unimpeachable. But the special glory lay in the Endellion’s light conversational tone’ The Times Courtyard Theatre £17
£19 Christine Bovill’s Piaf
Gyles Brandreth – Word Power!
Sat 18 Jun 8pm
Sat 18 Jun 8pm and Sun 19 Jun 7.30pm
An uproarious and unexpected magic carpet ride around the awesome world of words. Gyles is known as a wit and word-meister. He is a BBC Radio 4 Just A Minute regular, BBC1 One Show reporter and Channel 4 Countdown survivor. Whether it’s global domination you’re after - or getting some nookie on a Friday night - you need the right words to get the right results. Discover them right here. WHY? ★★★★★ The Scotsman | ★★★★★ The Telegraph ★★★★★ Edinburgh Festivals Magazine Courtyard Theatre
Edith Piaf was a child of the Paris streets who rose, via a tragic life of drink and drugs, to become the best-known French singer in America. This is as much a play as it is a musical and moving theatrical homage to one of France’s most endearing icons. Christine celebrates some of Edith Piaf’s best known songs, threaded with Piaf’s story. An award winning show. WHY? ‘Something that will stay with you for the rest of your life’ Sunday Times Studio £14 (£12 conc)
Lakin McCarthy presents
Susan Calman (work in progress) Wed 22 Jun 8pm Join the stand up comedian for an hour of new material. In preparation for her 2016 tour she’ll be spending an hour trying out jokes. Some good, some bad, some incomprehensible. But all good fun. You might even hear things that will never be said again. Ages 16+ years. WHY? As seen and heard on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, BBC2’s QI, BBC1’s Have I Got News for You and BBC Radio 2’s Listomania Studio £10
Online // www.nordenfarm.org
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Kathron Sturrock (piano) and Daniel Pioro (violin) Thur 23 Jun 8pm Bach Violin Sonata in E major Brahms Violin Sonata in G major, Op.78 Beethoven Violin Sonata No.9, Op.47 - the ‘Kreutzer’ Kathron Sturrock performs with brilliant young English violinist Daniel Pioro. Daniel is in demand as a concerto soloist, by the BBC Philharmonic and the London Philharmonic. WHY? An exciting new duo whose recent London concerts have been ecstatically received Courtyard Theatre £14, Supporters £11
£12 Avalon Edinburgh Preview
Tiff Stevenson and Julian Deane Thur 23 Jun 8pm Tiff Stevenson’s thought provoking and engaging style has seen her consistently play to packed audiences. ‘Left us wanting more’ The Guardian Julian Deane has been wowing audiences across the country with his genius punch lines and perfect delivery. ‘A master of hilarious twists and turns’ Chortle WHY? Two comedians on the books of the UK’s biggest comedy agent Studio
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Jazz at the Farm presents
Summer Song with Martin Speake (sax) Fri 24 Jun 8pm A strikingly talented musician. Martin has developed a personal musical voice that expresses a deep understanding of the history and language of jazz. Supported by his chosen rhythm section: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums). WHY? ‘One of the most interesting and rewarding alto saxophonists’ Jazz Times Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
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A Night of ELO
performed by ELO Again Sat 25 Jun 8pm A dramatic taste of what the classic ELO were like in their heyday. The whole experience is a professional re-enactment of an ELO concert with a great sound reproduction and light show. It brings back the age of Glam Rock and pays tribute to the beautifully crafted songs of Jeff Lynne.
Ross Couper and Tom Oakes Sun 26 Jun 7.30pm A fiddle and guitar duo deeply rooted in the traditions of Scotland and Ireland. Ross Couper’s explosive fiddle playing lies at the heart of folk band the mighty Peatbog Faeries. Tom Oakes is a multi award winning guitarist and flautist composer. Expect their trademark, unrivalled energy and virtuosity interspersed with moments of spine-tingling beauty.
WHY? All the big hits are performed - Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Sweet Talkin’ Woman, plus many more
WHY? ‘Infectious dynamism erupts from the stage as the duo shift from Shetland capers to Irish reels’ Three Weeks
Courtyard Theatre £17.50
Studio
Concertini presents
Carnival of the Animals Sun 26 Jun 2pm
The Willshire Piano Duo perform Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saëns. It is a fun piece of music depicting animals from hens and roosters to elephants and lions. With a narration of funny poems written by Ogden Nash. WHY? The music has been used in everything from Babe and Charlotte’s Web to The Simpsons and How I Met Your Mother Studio £10 (£8 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £32
Online // www.nordenfarm.org
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Maidenhead Drama Guild presents
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Adapted by Polly Teale Wed 29 Jun - Sat 2 Jul 7.45pm ‘One of the finest and most searching stage adaptations I have ever seen... this Jane Eyre succeeds as both a wise distillation of the novel and a thrilling piece of theatre in its own right’ Daily Telegraph WHY? A bold and theatrically inventive adaptation of this wellloved literary classic CKP Edinburgh Preview
Tom Ward and Norris & Parker Fri 1 Jul 8pm
Tom Ward’s inventive style incorporates his voiceover talents with improvisation and innovative writing.
Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14 conc) Family Ticket: 2 adults £16 each and up to 2 children - £10 each COMMUNITY HIRE
Pete Firman -
Edinburgh Festival Preview Thur 30 Jun 8pm The UK’s leading comedian/magician previews new jokes and tricks for his next show. Expect his own trademark blend of crowd-pleasing comedy and jaw-dropping magic. Pete is the star of BBC1’s The Magicians. He has appeared on TV shows including BBC2’s The Sarah Millican Television Programme, BBC1’s The John Bishop Show, BBC1’s Celebrity Mastermind and BBC3’s Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live. WHY? ‘The new poster-boy for British comedy magic’ The Telegraph Studio £12
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Norris & Parker perform sketches, characters and songs woven within a narrative of underlying aggression between the duo. WHY? Catch two comedy acts exclusively previewing their material ahead of the Edinburgh Festival this summer Studio £12
Spring Ceilidh Sat 2 Jul 7.30pm You’ll be in safe hands with the expert calling and playing from our band Nedron’s Jig. They’ll guide you through dances like Muffin Man’s Jig, Gay Gordons and Cumberland Square Eight with familiar tunes including Atholl Highlanders, Rogue’s March and Dashing White Sergeant. WHY? A social evening of dance in our glorious 18th century barn Long Barn £15 (£13 conc)
RM Promotions present
Moore Moss Rutter Sun 3 Jul 7.30pm
Tom Moore, Archie Churchill-Moss and Jack Rutter hail from three distinct regions of the UK. They combine musical material, style and tradition from Norfolk, Somerset and Yorkshire respectively. The trio meticulously rework English tunes and compositions into sets and songs which are described as ‘intelligently crafted musical adventures’. WHY? Winners of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award 2011 Studio £13.75
Al Murray: The Pub Landlord
(work in progress) Tues 5 Jul 7.30pm Wed 6 Jul 7.30pm The chance to catch Britain’s favourite publican as he tries out material for his new tour Let’s Go Backwards Together. This is a rare opportunity to catch one of Britain’s finest comedians in an intimate setting as he polishes his legendary barroom banter.
£15
WHY? ‘A supremely polished performer’ ★★★★★ Mail on Sunday Courtyard Theatre
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Slot Machine presents
Toys
Wed 13 - Fri 15 Jul 10.30am and 1pm Sat 16 Jul 11.30am and 2pm A show created by your toys! Bring your own toy along and watch as they are brought to life in a big adventure! A daring escape. A perilous journey to freedom through a strange land. How will the toys survive their adventure? Who are the goodies? Who are the baddies? Who are the villains? And who are the heroes?
AGES
3+
YEARS
WHY? From the company who created the hit Christmas shows One Snowy Night, Miki and Kipper’s Snowy Day Studio £10 (£8 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £32
Avalon Edinburgh Preview
Adam Hess and Jack Barry Thur 14 Jul 8pm
Danny Buckler’s Magic Salon Fri 15 Jul 8pm
Jack Barry has performed in the prestigious Comedy Zone at the Edinburgh Fringe. He has also performed as one half of sketch duo Twins.
The magic show where the world’s finest trick artists perform headline sets before sharing their insights about magic. Danny Buckler is joined by three of the biggest names in UK magic for an evening of illusion, card tricks and mystery. Guests include knife thrower Romany and John Archer - winner of Penn and Teller’s Fool Us.
WHY? Adam won the Chortle Student Comedy Award while Jack has supported James Acaster Studio £12
WHY? The chat show which reveals how a magician’s mind works Studio £12 (£10 conc)
Adam Hess is known for his unique brand of comedy on Twitter. In 2013 one of his tweets was voted funniest of the year by The Telegraph.
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The Studio Session Sat 16 Jul 8pm Part of the Farm’s programme to support emerging musicians. Local acts play three numbers - at least one of which is an original. If you would like to perform, please email: jane.corry@nordenfarm.org WHY? ‘Great night with a brilliant range of different styles. Really entertaining, and all such a good standard’ John Cee Stannard (previous act) Studio £8
RM Promotions present
Megan Henwood and Jackie Oates Wed 20 Jul 7.30pm Megan Henwood and Jackie Oates sparked a friendship at Nettlebed Folk Club and discovered how effortlessly their vocals blended. In their solo careers they have both worked closely with bass player Pete Thomas. He accompanies them, combining their vocal harmonies, viola, guitar with double bass. WHY? Both are BBC Folk Award Winners Studio £13.75
Tatcho Drom Sun 17 Jul 8pm A vibrant show of beautiful melodies and dancing rhythms from Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Violinist and singer Gundula regularly travels the Balkans studying with Balkan Archaic musicians, frequently in the most bizarre places. Tatcho Drom performs her arrangements and compositions created from her discovery journeys. WHY? ‘A gypsy consommé with a satanic pulse’ Froots Magazine Studio £14, Supporters £11
Online // www.nordenfarm.org
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Mi Flamenco presents
Flamenco Incognito Thur 21 Jul 8pm A show with all the spirit of authentic, pulsating flamenco, intertwined with the unexpected. The performers will be flying in from Spain and include Ester Tal (lead female dancer), Uri Tal (lead Flamenco guitar), Luis Vargas Monge (gypsy Flamenco singer), Kelian Jimenez (male gypsy Flamenco dancer) and Nick Squires (cello). Expect exciting, moving flamenco dance, powerful song, virtuoso guitar and cello - with lots of charm, imagination and theatre thrown in.
£15
WHY? A passionate spectacle for dance, music and theatre lovers everywhere Courtyard Theatre
Photo credit Terry Payman
Limehouse Lizzy Fri 22 Jul 8pm
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Keeping the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. Limehouse Lizzy enter their 21st year with their most explosive show and critically acclaimed line up yet. They have received a PRS award, appeared on BBC2 and been recruited to record and tour by members of the original Thin Lizzy.
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WHY? ‘If you’re sceptical about tribute acts, you won’t be after seeing Limehouse Lizzy’ Radio Times
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Courtyard Theatre £16
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£12 The Montgomery Holloway Music Trust presents
Avalon Edinburgh Preview
Laurie Holloway and his Trio Sat 23 Jul 7.30pm
Sun 24 Jul 8pm Ed Gamble is co-writer and host of the iTunes-topping Peacock and Gamble Podcast. ‘Incessantly hilarious’ The Guardian
The jazz pianist and composer is supported by the Summer School Students of 2016.
Ahir Shah’s sharp, intellectual brand of stand up features a blend of emotional frankness, poetic language and jokes.
WHY? A concert not to be missed early booking strongly advised Courtyard Theatre £12
Ed Gamble and Ahir Shah
‘Passionate, poetic and powerfully funny’ The List WHY? Ed has won the prestigious Chortle award for Best Compere and Ahir has won Best Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival Studio
CHILDREN’S PARTIES Make your child’s birthday an extra special one and do something different for their party this year! We provide the venue, catering and party bags for your child’s special day. We can also provide a list of recommended creative tutors for some fun arty activities including: • street art • movie themes • and more!
• bollywood dance • interactive storytelling
Or combine a party with tickets to see one of our popular family shows.
For more information, please complete an enquiry form online at www.nordenfarm.org
“I just wanted to let you know what a fantastic time my daughter, Maya, had at her party It could not have been better!” Nicola
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May - Aug 2016
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Quick Guide May Date
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Summer Holidays at the Farm Everyday Activities (Tuesday - Saturday) 11am Arts and Craft session (1 hour) 1.15pm and 3.30pm Storytelling (20 minutes)
The Maidenhead
BEACH
£5 per child £2 per child
Aloha! ADMISSION The Hawaiian Elvis themed beach is back - all summer long. Relax at a beachside café table while the little ones play in the sand. Join in craft or storytelling sessions in the specially designed story den or try some indoor surfing courtesy of green screen technology! Family films screened throughout the holidays, see website for details.
FREE
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Grand Opening: Tuesday 26 July 10.30am Runs till: Sunday 4 September 10am - 4pm With weekday storytelling (£2) and craft sessions (£5) it’s the perfect way to while away a summer’s day.
Summer Holiday Activities The Maidenhead Beach Storytelling Arts and Crafts sessions Young Leadership Programme Digi Den Summer Drop In
All ages 3+ years 5+ years 14-18 years 11-18 years
Everyday Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays Weekdays
Summer Circus Week Summer Theatre Week Summer Art Week Band Camp
7-13 years 10-18 years 8+ years 11-19 years
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(Tues 26 Jul - Sun 4 Sept) 10am - 4pm (Tues 26 Jul - Wed 31 Aug) 1.15pm and 3.30pm (Tues 26 Jul - Wed 31 Aug) 11am (Tues 26 Jul - Wed 31 Aug) Tuesdays and Fridays (from wc 25 Jul) 4.30pm - 6pm Mon 25 - Fri 29 Jul 10am - 4pm Mon 1 - Fri 5 Aug 10am - 4pm Mon 8 - Fri 12 Aug 10am - 4pm Sat 13 Aug 10am - 5.30pm
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ALL AGES
Concertini presents
Family Concertini
3+
Ripstop Theatre presents
YEARS
A Real Mermaids Tale Sun 21 Aug 11.30am and 2pm
with the Blakes Heaven Big Band
An exciting adventure on the high seas with pirates, monstrous sea creatures and mermaid treasure. Follow our intrepid explorer, Amelia Buttersnap, on a journey full of magic, puppetry and mutinous rats.
Sun 14 Aug 11.30am
WHY? From the company behind 2015’s A Real Fairy Story
An original and enjoyable live music experience designed for grown ups to enjoy with their children in a relaxed and friendly environment. Blake’s Heaven Big Band is a 17 piece ensemble performing jazz, swing, pop, funk, TV themes, Latin and rock - all with a unique twist!
Studio £10 (£8 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £32
WHY? Be inspired by sizzling saxes, screaming trumpets and soulful trombones whilst your little ones dance, sing, wriggle or even sleep Courtyard Theatre £10 (£8 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £32
Tessa Bide presents
Arnold’s Big Adventure Sun 31 Jul 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm
Photo credit The Maidenhead Advertiser
Arnold the acorn is about to drop from his tree and begin his amazing adventure in search of somewhere to put down his roots. Join Arnold as his story flies in the wind, wiggles across the land and splashes into the sea... WHY? ‘Tessa Bide understands children in a way that can’t be taught’ Children’s Theatre Reviews
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£10 (£8 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £32
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Erik Satie’s Faction Tues 26 and Wed 27 Jul 7.30pm Erik Satie is well known for his music (beautiful and minimalist) and less well known for his writings (funny, angry and surreal). A new (work-in-progress) show on the 150th anniversary of Satie’s birth. WHY? Comedian and writer Alistair McGowan brings both the words and music of this Belle Epoque eccentric to the stage Studio £15
£12 PBJ Management Edinburgh Preview
Jazz at the Farm presents
Thur 28 Jul 8pm
Fri 29 Jul 8pm
Sarah Kendall - Shaken The comedian previews a brand new show set in a small Australian town. It’s a story about a teenage girl (who may or may not be based on Sarah) who tells a massive lie, just for the hell of it.
A refreshing and expansive ensemble perform direct from their tour of Holland and Denmark. The line up is Peter Billington (piano), Noemi Nuti (voice), Manolo Polidario (guitar), Raph Misraki (bass) and Sophie Alloway (drums). Peter has risen through the jazz ranks as both a pianist and double bassist.
Sarah Kendall and Kiri Pritchard-McClean
Kiri Pritchard-McLean - A Hysterical Woman The Leicester Mercury Finalist is the brains behind multi award winning Gein’s Family Giftshop. She’ll be investigating genetics, gender and race - what a laugh. WHY? Two comedians from the books of a leading comedy agent Studio
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Mid Summer Jazz with The Peter Billington Jazz Group
WHY? Peter has performed with Peter King, Don Weller, Salena Jones and Ben Castle Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
ArtiSun Fair
Sat 30 Jul 11am - 4pm Our popular fair comes to the summer months! The original 18th century barns provide a gorgeous backdrop for browsing stalls from local sellers. WHY? Showcasing hand made wares Long Barn
INTERVAL DRINKS Order your interval drinks in advance and beat the rush at the bar!
OTK Edinburgh Preview
Suzi Ruffell and Paul McCaffrey Sun 31 Jul 8pm Paul McCaffrey is the star of BBC3’s Impractical Jokers, BBC3’s Russell Howard’s Good News, Comedy Central’s Stand Up Central and CBBC’s The Dog Ate My Homework. Suzi Ruffell has starred in Live at the Comedy Store, LOLz Lounge, as well as numerous appearances on BBC Radio 4 including Fresh From The Fringe. WHY? Paul is an award winning comedian and Suzy has supported Alan Carr, Josh Widdicombe and Kevin Bridges on tour Studio £12
Never 42 Fri 5 Aug 8pm The UK’s forerunner Level 42 tribute band. The seven piece band are all well travelled musicians in their own right. They have performed throughout the UK, Europe and Asia. They perform all the hits of the 80s stalwarts including Lessons In Love, Something About You and The Sun Goes Down. WHY? Get ready for a high impact night of funk driven tunes Courtyard Theatre
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Deco Ensemble Sat 6 Aug 8pm The ensemble combine classical, jazz and traditional influences. Their adventurous programming and virtuoso performances display extraordinary breadth and creativity. The Deco Ensemble are: Sabina Rakcheyeva (violin), Bartosz Glowacki (accordion/accordina), Ricardo Gosalbo (piano), Robert Luft (electric guitar) and Elena Marigómez (double bass). WHY? Performing an eclectic and colourful combination of classical masterpieces and little known gems Studio £14, Supporters £11
Viennese Connections Summer Concert Series 1 Thur 11 Aug 8pm Alexandra Vaduva (piano) Beethoven Sonata in G, Op.31 No.1 Schubert Sonata in A minor, D.537 Mozart Adagio in B minor, K.540 Schubert Impromptus in E flat and G flat Beethoven Sonata in C sharp minor, Op.27 No.2 (Moonlight) The Romanian pianist Alexandra Vaduva returns to Norden Farm to open the summer recital series. WHY? The programme features two contrasting sonatas by Beethoven, heartwarming works by Schubert and Mozart at his most profound and searching Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Mick Ralphs Blues Band Sat 13 Aug 8pm Performing tracks from their new album If It Ain’t Broke Mick’s first studio album for a number of years. Mick Ralphs formed both Mott the Hoople and Bad Company. His career features stadium tours, platinum selling songwriting and a huge devoted fan base. WHY? Expect new tracks written by Mick and the band, plus a mixture of classic blues tracks, some soul and a nod to Bad Company Courtyard Theatre £16
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The Big Berkshire Beach Gig Sat 20 Aug 7.30pm
A showcase for the most exciting local musical talent in our main theatre. With special added beach breaks between the acts!
Viennese Connections Summer Concert Series 2
WHY? If your band would like to perform on the main stage email jane.corry@nordenfarm.org
Thur 25 Aug 8pm
Courtyard Theatre £8
Mozart Schubert Beethoven Schubert Beethoven Mozart
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Sari Schorr and The Engine Room
Sonata for piano duet in B flat, K.358 3 Songs Quintet for piano and wind instruments, Op.16 Military Marches for piano duet, D.733 2 Songs Quintet for piano and wind instruments, K.452
Nigel Wilkinson and Juliet Allen share the pianistic pleasures. Their thirty year duo partnership continues with endearing duets by Schubert and Mozart. WHY? A rare chance to hear the quintets for piano and wind instruments by Mozart and Beethoven in the same evening Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Fri 26 Aug 8pm
The New York Blues Hall of Fame singer performs hard driving blues-rock influenced by the late 60s British blues movement. Sari mixes blues, rock and soul with concrete melodies and poetic lyrics to striking effect. Her US and European 2016 tour launches at New York’s Carnegie Hall. WHY? ‘With a powerhouse voice and a band to match this lady will certainly entertain. With whispers of Joplin and Turner her honeyed tones will raise the roof off the marquee’ Blues on the Farm Courtyard Theatre
St John’s Chamber Players
FILM@ NORDEN FARM Enjoy the best of art-house, independent and foreign language films. Ask for a copy of our latest film brochure
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Dave Gorman
(work in progress) Sun 28 Aug 8pm Tues 30 Aug 8pm Fri 2 Sept 8pm The comedian hits the road in preparation for the next series of his hit TV show Modern Life is Goodish. Taking a mischievous look at modern life, Dave will share his observations and frustrations with a little help from his laptop.
Viennese Connections Summer Concert Series 3 Thur 8 Sept 8pm St John’s Chamber Players Schubert Beethoven Mozart Mozart Schubert Beethoven
WHY? ‘Has transformed the seemingly mundane into hours of unabashed hysteria’ Metro
Sonatina in D for violin and piano 2 Songs Piano Quartet in G minor, K.478 Adagio and Rondo in C, K.616 3 Songs Piano Trio in D, Op.70 No.1 (Ghost)
The summer recital series devoted to great works from the Viennese classics concludes with a fine programme of masterworks.
Courtyard Theatre £15
WHY? A rare chance to hear Mozart’s last chamber work, originally featuring glass harmonica Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Lisa Mills Wed 31 Aug 8pm
The Mississippi native is an award winning soul and blues singer. She is influenced by a variety of genres including country blues, gospel and Americana. Lisa is known for her raw vocals and can belt out the blues, then effortlessly switch to a ballad. WHY? If you like your Americana with some southern soul and blues, and a big, big voice, then this is the singer for you’ Maverick Magazine Studio £14, Supporters £11
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Now Booking for Autumn 16!
Jonathan Pie - Live Tues 13 Sept 8pm £13.50
The Real Thing Fri 9 Sept 8pm £22.50 The Billy Joel Songbook performed by Elio Pace Fri 14 Oct 8pm £22.50 (£20 conc)
Quick Guide
A d u lt Cla s s e s
Classes & Activities
Ch ild r e n s Cla s s e s
Regular Classes Tuesday Mindfulness pg 33 Berkshire Contemporary Choir pg 33 Maidenhead Community Choir pg 33 Body Control Pilates pg 34 Drawing in Colour pg 34 Floristry Night School pg 33
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Book Club (Monthly) pg 34
Acoustic Guitar pg 34
Friday Night Flamenco pg 34
Align and Flow Yoga pg 35
Zumba pg 35
Acoustic Guitar pg 34
Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 38
Yoga pg 35
Kathak Dance pg 40
Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 38
Make Silver Jewellery pg 35
Arts Awards pg 40
Make Silver Jewellery pg 35
Pre School Teddies Music Club pg 38
Art Adventures pg 39
Pre School Dance Little Wrigglers pg 38 Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 38
Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 38
Bollywood Dance pg 39
Digi Den pg 40
Digi Den II pg 39 Youth Dance Norden Exposure pg 39
One Off Classes and Workshops May
June (contd)
Fun with Acrylics - Towards Abstraction [pg 36] Fun with Acrylics - Inside Out [pg 36] Fun with Acrylics - Constructed Surfaces [pg 36] Introduction to Mindfulness [pg 37] Rejuvenate with Transformational Breath速 [pg 37] Life Drawing [pg 37] Portrait Drawing [pg 37]
Make Silver Earrings [pg 37] Experimental Textiles [pg 37] Watercolours - Experimental Techniques [pg 37]
Jul Digi Den Summer Drop In [pg 41] Summer Circus Week [pg 41]
Aug
June Printing Workshops - Lino Printing - 3D objects [pg 36] Printing Workshops - Collage, Paint & Print - Still Life [pg 36] Life Drawing [pg 37]
Digi Den Summer Drop In [pg 41] Summer Theatre Week [pg 41] Summer Art Week [pg 41] Band Academy [pg 41]
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Regular Classes For adults
Norden Farm
NIGHT SCHOOL
From music to mindfulness and floristry to book club - our night school is a collection of inspiring evening classes and workshops in a friendly environment. Enjoy a drink in the Café Bar before or after the session with your new classmates.
Mindfulness Led by Jane Barker
Tuesdays 7.30pm - 9pm £10 per session A monthly opportunity to step out of ‘busy, busy, doing, doing’ and to drop into just ‘being’, to find some calm amongst the chaos. Learn how to focus on the present to help manage thoughts and feelings and to improve mental wellbeing.
Berkshire Contemporary Choir Led by Lucinda Fosker Sun 5 Jun - 14 Aug (exc 10 Jul) 7pm - 8pm £7 per session
Join choir leader Lucinda to work on original arrangements of classic gospel numbers, the latest chart music, soul and jazz standards. Lucinda has studied at The Academy of Contemporary Music in Guildford and received a degree in Jazz Vocals from Birmingham Conservatoire. Suitable for all levels of experience.
Maidenhead Community Choir Led by Tina Reibl Tues 12 Apr - 28 Jun (exc 17 May and 31 May) 7pm - 8.15pm £70 per 10 week course
An opportunity for all those who enjoy singing a toe-tapping repertoire, from Bach to Beatles and Gershwin to Gospel. No audition or sight reading required. Suitable for all levels of experience.
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Living in our heads
Dealing with Stress
Tues 10 May
Tues 12 Jul
Stepping out of Autopilot
You Are Not Your Thoughts
Tues 14 Jun
Tues 9 Aug
Floristry Night School
Led by Louise Temple Tuesdays | 7pm - 9pm | £18 per session
Seasonal Flowers Tues 24 May Broaden your knowledge and explore your interest in floristry. Learn about the sourcing, supply and seasonality of flowers and the history of the Covent Garden Flower Market. A theoretical and discussion based workshop. £3 materials fee to tutor.
Floral arrangements for your Home Tues 21 Jun Create a beautiful flower arrangement, in this hands on practical workshop! Working on a foam based arrangement, explore design ideas and learn about the best tools and techniques. £5 materials fee to tutor.
Book Club Wed 4 May, 1 Jun, 6 Jul and 4 Aug 7.30pm - 9.30pm £5 per session including a drink from the bar Share your thoughts on contemporary fiction with other readers in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Titles this season include My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferranti and A Strangeness in My Mind by Orhan Pamuk.
Acoustic Guitar
Led by Richard Lee Wed 27 Apr - 25 May, 8 Jun - 6 Jul and 13 Jul - 10 Aug Absolute Beginners | 8pm - 9pm Thur 28 Apr - 26 May, 9 Jun - 7 Jul and 14 Jul - 11 Aug Beginners | 7pm - 8pm Intermediate | 8.15pm - 9.15pm £36 per 5 week course Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. These are fun and friendly lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Friday Night Flamenco
Led by Leticia Iglesias Fri 6 May - 17 Jun (exc 3 Jun) and 24 Jun - 29 Jul 8pm - 9pm £42 per 6 week course A great way to start the weekend - discover the rhythm and passion of Flamenco! Step into the atmosphere of Andalusia - its movements and music. Start by learning the basic steps and progress through the courses, in a relaxed and fun environment.
Tuesdays
Drawing in Colour
Led by Jo Hall Tuesdays 10 May - 21 Jun (exc 31 May and 7 Jun) 10am - 1pm | £82 for 5 week course or £18 per class Be inspired by summer flowers and gardens to create beautiful and vibrant drawings! Develop your skills with demonstrations on a range of techniques and experiment with different types of pencils provided by the tutor. Suitable for all abilities. Please bring your own materials.
Body Control Pilates – Beginners
Led by Gillian Burn Tues 17 May - 28 Jun (exc 31 May and 7 Jun) and 5 Jul - 9 Aug (exc 26 Jul) 1.30pm - 2.30pm | £40 per 5 week course Give yourself a moment to relax, unwind and stretch out your body. Pilates will help to strengthen and tone your muscles, improve your posture, balance and flexibility and help you have a longer, leaner and stronger body.
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Saturdays
Wednesdays
Align and Flow Yoga Make Silver Jewellery
Led by Janet Richardson Wed 27 Apr - 25 May and 15 Jun - 13 Jul 10am - 12pm or 12.15pm - 2.15pm £84 per 5 week course Suitable for all levels of experience. Beginners work on a series of projects which introduce you to classic techniques in metalworking and will end with a set of jewellery. Learn skills including cutting, soldering, filing, polishing and texturing. More experienced students are shown new techniques and guided on how to move forward with their own designs and projects. £28 materials fee (approx) to tutor for first 5 weeks.
Fridays
Yoga
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A dynamic yoga class with precise alignment focus. Linking the breath with a flow of postures with time at the end for relaxation will leave you feeling stronger, more flexible, calm and renewed. Deborah Le Vene-Page has been teaching yoga since 2005. Suitable for all levels of experience. Please bring a yoga mat with you.
Sundays
Led by Julie Potter Fri 29 Apr - 10 Jun (exc 3 Jun) and 17 Jun - 22 Jul Intermediate 9.30am - 10.45am Beginners 11am - 12.15pm £42 per 6 week course Learn and practice traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and guided relaxation exercises in these welcoming and dynamic sessions. Taught by an experienced teacher these courses will aid relaxation and improve general wellbeing. Julie has been practising yoga since 1993 and qualified as a British Wheel teacher in 2004.
Led by Deborah Le Vene-Page Sat 7 May - 13 Aug 10am - 11.15am £8 per class or £105 for 15 week course
Zumba
Make Silver Jewellery
Led by Janet Richardson Fri 22 Apr - 20 May and 10 Jun - 8 Jul 10am - 12pm or 12.15pm - 2.15pm £84 per 5 week course Another chance to take this popular class. See Wednesday class for course content.
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Led by Annet Bowler Sun 1 May - 28 Aug 11am - 12pm £6 per class Party yourself into shape with the Zumba® programme. An exhilarating, effective, easy-tofollow, Latin-inspired, calorieburning dance fitness-party™. Dance to various Latin rhythms including salsa, reggeaton, merengue, cumbia, bellydance and more.
One off classes and workshops Fun with Acrylics
Led by Karen Carter Fridays | 10.30am - 3.30pm | £38 per class Materials to be supplied by participant, plus materials cost to tutor where indicated.
Printing Workshops
Led by Karen Carter Fridays | 10.30am - 3.30pm £38 per class Materials to be supplied by participant, plus materials cost to tutor as indicated.
Lino Printing 3D Objects Fri 17 Jun Create beautiful 3D objects using your own prints in this handson and experimental workshop! Learn how to print using lino and polystyrene techniques and produce multicolour works on card and paper. Suitable for all levels of experience. £5 materials fee to tutor.
Towards Abstraction Fri 13 May Create abstract interpretations from realistic starting points, using techniques such as simplification, fragmentation, collage, scale and mark making. Suitable for all levels of experience. Please bring your own materials. £1.50 materials fee to tutor.
Inside Out Fri 20 May Explore ‘inside’ and ‘outside’ space in a painting and the relationship between the two. A basic knowledge of acrylics is desirable. Please bring your own materials.
Collage, Paint & Print - Still Life
Constructed Surfaces Fri 27 May Experiment with a range of painting techniques, abstraction and texture in this fun, mixed media workshop. Suitable for all levels of experience. Please bring your own materials. £5 materials fee to tutor.
Fri 24 Jun Explore the incorporation of collage and printing techniques into acrylic paintings, to create dynamic artworks. Learn a range of techniques and experiment with combining text, pattern, paint and line to achieve multi-layered images. A basic knowledge of acrylics is desirable. £3 materials fee to tutor.
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Introduction to Mindfulness Led by Jane Barker Sun 8 May | 10am - 4pm | £45
A day long introduction to mindfulness and a chance to step out of the ‘doing mode’ and to explore just ‘being’ for a few hours. The day combines information about mindfulness and practices.
Rejuvenate with Transformational Breath® Led by The Big Breath Company Sat 14 May 2pm - 4.30pm | £47
Look and feel younger from the inside out with an oxygen detox. Receive one-on-one facilitation from a team of experts. Beginning with movement, this powerful technique will open up your body to experience the benefits, deep healing and rejuvenating effects of Transformational Breath®. Leave feeling recharged and peaceful.
Life Drawing
Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 14 May | 2pm - 5pm | £25 Sat 18 Jun | 2pm - 5pm | £25 In these exciting and welcoming sessions, explore the complexities of the human form by working from a professional life model. With a variety of short and long poses, learn both traditional charcoal drawing methods and new, experimental techniques.
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Portrait Drawing Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 28 May 10am - 3pm | £34
Learn about the stages of portraiture and work from a live model in this relaxed yet structured workshop. Students are taught about proportion, the structure of the head and values. Drawing with charcoal, the class will experiment with creating contrast between light and dark (chiaroscuro) to depict facial features. Materials included.
Make Silver Earrings
Led by Janet Richardson Sat 11 Jun | 10am - 4pm | £50 Create a unique pair of earrings in this fun and intensive workshop. Design and craft professional looking pieces to take home – learning metalwork techniques such as cutting; texturing; adding semi-precious stone chips and polishing. Suitable for all levels of experience. £5 materials fee (approx) to tutor.
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Experimental Textiles – Beginners and Open Studio
Led by Amanda Schenk and Maggie Kluba Thur 16 Jun | 10am - 2pm | £28 Learn how to create exciting and original artworks by pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques. Experiment with different methods and learn to interpret mark making into textile artwork. Open to past students and experienced artists to bring work for advice and support. £10 materials fee to tutor.
Watercolours – Experimental Techniques
Led by Jo Hall Sat 25 Jun | 10am - 3pm | £38 Explore and develop a range of techniques - using sponge rollers, sea salt and spattering techniques. Students are encouraged to work intuitively rather than have a preconceived result in mind to encourage creativity. Suitable for all levels of experience. Participants to bring materials.
Regular Classes
For children and young people
Pre School classes
Teddies Music Club Wednesdays 10am - 11am | £5 | £4 siblings Sing • Dance • Play We’ll get you bouncing, jumping, tickling, giggling, laughing, oh and singing! It’s energetic, lively and fun for grown-ups and children alike, with a singer and musician at every session.
Little Wrigglers
Led by Rachel Walsh Fridays 10am - 10.45am | £6 | £4.50 siblings £20 for block booking of 4 sessions A thrilling, energetic and creative dance class. Explore imaginative themes and adventures through dance, song and mime. Suitable for ages 2+ years.
Youth Theatre
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Your chance to be on stage and in the spotlight! Join the only youth drama group in Maidenhead which rehearses in a professional theatre! Our friendly theatre company lead the sessions, where you’ll have fun and meet new friends. Each term you’ll create a show and perform in our studio or on the main stage, with lighting, sound and staging from Norden Farm’s technical crew. Pick up performance skills from stage combat to acting for camera and physical theatre to accents, while working with scripts from famous playwrights or made up by you. Terms 10 weeks long, no auditions, suitable for all abilities and end with a sharing or performance.
Online // www.nordenfarm.org
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Thursdays
Photo credits: Luminous Photography
Art Adventures
Led by Amanda Schenk 4pm - 5.15pm £30 per 3 week course Explore the exciting possibilities of materials and techniques to create amazing artworks! Explore the world and time through art and be inspired! Suitable for ages 7 - 11 years.
Youth Dance
Norden Exposure led by Becky Hinton (from Tues 12 Apr) 9 -13 years | 5.45pm - 7pm | £67 per term 14+ years | 7pm - 8.45pm | £73 per term A lively fast paced class to a soundtrack of current music. This is contemporary dance smashed up and easy to learn! All terms are 10 weeks long and suitable for all abilities.
Bollywood Dance
Led by Geeta Rai (from Tues 12 Apr) 4.30pm - 5.30pm | £67 per term An energetic modern Indian dance style. These classes are a fusion of Indian and western styles with Latino and Arabic influences. All terms are 10 weeks long and suitable for all abilities.
Pop Art Comics Thur 9 - 23 Jun Explore the Pop Art of pioneer Roy Lichtenstein and create exciting mixed media artworks!
Digi Den II
Vibrant Abstract Landscapes
Animate, record and edit in our Digi Den. Students will work together to develop their technique and understanding of filming, podcasting, green screen and stop motion animation. Each term is 10 weeks long. Suitable for all levels of experience.
Thur 30 Jun - 14 Jul
Led by DJ Mhlanga (from Tues 19 Apr) School Year 7 - 13 | 4.30pm - 6pm | £80 per term
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Discover the imaginative art of Fredrich Hundertwasser and be inspired to draw and paint your own!
Thursdays
Arts Awards
Led by Julie Loison (from Thur 14 Apr) School Year 7 - 13 | 5.15pm - 6.45pm | £80 per term An exciting opportunity to enjoy and explore the arts. Participants use blogs, scrapbooks, pictures and reports to work towards the Trinity Arts Award. They can discover how their interests relate to Norden Farm by investigating activities and careers. Norden Farm workshops, live events and leadership projects can all be part of the experience. Terms are 10 weeks. Awards can be achieved over one or more terms.
Education and Community Outreach - Farm Out Norden Farm’s Education and Community Outreach programme is led by our Education Officer,
Fridays
Digi Den
Led by DJ Mhlanga (from Fri 15 Apr) School Year 7 - 13 4.30pm - 6pm £80 per 10 week term Our original multimedia club - now with a new day added on Tuesdays! See Tuesday class for term information.
Saturdays
Robyn Bunyan. The programme includes work within primary and secondary schools in the RBWM, which is generously supported by the Spoore, Merry and Rixman Foundation. It also includes special projects such as our annual Lantern Parade in December, The Maidenhead Beach during the summer holiday and Jump In! Youth Arts Festival at Easter. For a copy of our education brochure for primary schools or for more information about our special projects, please get in touch. Email robyn.bunyan@nordenfarm.org Tel / 01628 682563
Kathak Dance
Led by Devika Shangari and Ambika Dhir (from Sat 16 Apr) Intermediate 10.30am - 11.30am £37 per term Experience the dance style from Northern India known for intricate footwork and fast pirouettes. Incorporates bells around ankles and the chance to perform in traditional costumes with jewellery.
Online // www.nordenfarm.org
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Summer Holiday Activities Digi Den Summer Drop In
Summer Circus Week
Led by DJ Mhlanga Tuesdays (from Tues 26 Jul, exc 23 Aug) Fridays (from Fri 22 Jul) School Year 7 - 13 4.30pm - 6pm £40 per 5 week term or £9 per session
Led by Albert and Friends Mon 25 - Fri 29 Jul 10am - 4pm (5pm Friday) A week of incredible circus skills and performing. Learn to walk on stilts, ride a unicycle, walk the tightrope and perform on a trapeze! Suitable for ages 7 - 13 years.
Animate, record and edit in our Digi Den. Students will work together to develop their technique and understanding of filming, podcasting, green screen and stop motion animation. Suitable for all levels of experience.
£115 (£110 Advantage Card)
Summer Theatre Week
Led by Troublemaker Theatre Company Mon 1 - Fri 5 Aug 10am - 4pm (5pm Fri) Create an entire show from idea to performance. Experience all aspects of stage production, from lighting to stage blocking to acting, with the help of professional directors. Suitable for ages 10 - 18 years. £110 (£95 Advantage Card)
Summer Art Week
Band Academy
Led by Elliott Harrison and James Vigurs Sat 13 Aug 10am - 5.30pm | £50 Do you dream of playing in a band, selling out the O2, performing every night to cheering crowds? Work with professional musicians and play alongside them! Learn popular songs, master improvisation and get your performance down to a tee! Finish your day by rocking out on the main stage. Suitable for ages 11 - 19 years.
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Led by Michaela Clarke Mon 8 - Fri 12 Aug 10am - 4pm Work on individual craft activities with lots of messy materials and also work together on a group art project. Suitable for ages 8+ years. £115 (£110 Advantage Card)
Everyday Make the most of your time here and book in to see a film at the end of the session. Tickets £5 - see our website for more details.
Box Office // 01628 788997
Gallery Entry is free Opening hours: Tues - Sat 5pm - 10.30pm and Sun 10.30am - 10pm
London Street Life Tues 12 Apr - Sun 15 May Locally born photographers Tom Waller and Andy Nethercleft present a collection of images inspired by London’s Street Life. Tom is a professional food photographer, exhibiting work from his personal portfolio projects which revolves around London. Andy lives in Singapore. His work has been featured across a number of galleries and initiatives in Southeast Asia.
Icons: Through the Lens of Celebrated Photographer Joe Bangay Tues 17 May - Sun 12 Jun A unique collection of extraordinary portraits and live action photography. Featuring some of the great musical legends of 80s and 90s rock and pop.
Norden Images Tues 14 Jun - Sat 16 Jul An exhibition of around 100 original mounted prints from some of the area’s best photographers. All the images are available to purchase and all profit will go to Norden Farm. Organised by Maidenhead Camera Club with support from Adobe Systems Europe Ltd. Join the Camera Club for a drinks reception and auction Friday 24 June at 6.30pm. Auction begins at 7.30pm.
The Sun Always Shines on Turtle Beach Tues 26 Jul - Fri 26 Aug The Hawaiian Beach continues indoors, so whatever the weather it’s always summer at the Farm. Film yourself surfing in the waves courtesy of green screen technology, then share your movie with family and friends. Featuring beachcraft created by local school children.
Online // www.nordenfarm.org
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Event Cinema this Summer Tickets £15
Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man Wed 4 May 2pm // 98 mins
An encore screening of the sensational new dance event. Loosely based on Bizet’s popular opera Carmen.
Discover Arts: Teatro Alla Scala – The Temple of Wonders Thur 26 May 2pm // 95 mins The story of one of the world’s most exclusive music and performing arts venues in Milan. Beautifully brought to life commentary from musicians, experts and aficionados.
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NT Live: A View from the Bridge
Thur 12 May 7pm // 150 mins Encore screening of the Young Vic’s sell-out production, starring Mark Strong. Arthur Miller confronts the American dream in this dark and passionate tale.
RSC Live: Hamlet Wed 8 Jun 7pm and Thur 9 Jun 2pm // 210 mins
A live screening from StratfordUpon-Avon. Shakespeare’s searing tragedy is as relevant today as when it was written.
Box Office // 01628 788997
ROH Live: Frankenstein Sun 22 May 2pm Run time tbc
Encore screening from the Royal Opera House. Royal Ballet Artist in Residence Liam Scarlett choreographs Mary Shelley’s gothic classic.
NT Live: The Audience
Thur 9 Jun 7pm and Fri 10 Jun 2pm // 180 mins An encore screening from the 2013 production, starring Dame Helen Mirren. Screened to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday.
The Judas Kiss
Sun 12 Jun 7.30pm // 150 mins Live screening from New York. Rupert Everett stars as Oscar Wilde in this compelling drama about the power of all consuming love and cruelty of betrayal.
Discover Arts: St Peter’s and The Papal Basilicas Of Rome Wed 6 Jul 2pm // 90 mins
Completely new footage of St Peter’s, St John Lateran, St Mary Major, St Paul Outside The Walls and the works of art enshrined within them.
Discover Arts: Leonardo Da Vinci The Genius in Milan Thur 16 Jun 2pm // 90 mins
Documentary about the extraordinary exhibition event at the Palazzo Reale. Exploring Da Vinci’s work as never seen before.
Branagh Theatre Live: Romeo and Juliet Wed 13 Jul 2pm // 135 mins
Encore screening. A new vision of Shakespeare’s heartbreaking tale of forbidden love. Stars Richard Madden and Lily James.
Glyndebourne: Rossini’s Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville)
Tues 21 Jun 6.30pm // 230 mins A live screening of this new production. Mischief and mayhem run riot in Rossini’s most popular comedy.
Glyndebourne: Berlioz’s Béatrice et Bénédict
Tues 9 Aug 6.30pm // 180 mins A live screening of this rarely performed opera. Love conquers all in Berlioz’s sparkling take on Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.
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How to Book Box Office Opening Hours Tues
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Online Booking www.nordenfarm.org
Postal Bookings Box Office Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Altwood Road Maidenhead SL6 4PF (Please do not send cash in the post, cheques made payable to Norden Farm Centre Trust Ltd)
Booking Fee All ticket transactions are subject to a £1 booking fee. This covers costs comprising box office ticketing software and service, web hosting fees, and server upkeep. Counter sales made in cash are exempt from the booking fee.
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If you would like your tickets posted out in advance, £1 will be added to your total booking cost. If paying by cheque, please add £1 per booking to all cheques (made payable to Norden Farm Centre Trust Ltd) or enclose an SAE.
Unless otherwise stated, concession rates are available to fully retired senior citizens, unwaged, students and under 16s.
Alternatively, you can collect your tickets from the Box Office. Ticket Exchange If you purchase tickets and subsequently find you are unable to attend, we may be able to exchange your tickets for another event. Please let us know at least 72 hours before the performance. For classes and workshops, please let us know at least 7 working days before the event. A charge of £1 per transaction is applicable. Please note that the programme is correct at time of going to print and is subject to change. Reserving tickets In most circumstances, tickets can be reserved for a maximum of five days. Tickets can be reserved no less than seven working days before the event.
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Follow the signs from the A4 to Norden Farm. We have more than 80 parking spaces, with further space available at nearby Altwood School on busy nights. Please do not park in spaces reserved for disabled customers, or on the roads surrounding the area, as this is a residential area.
Centre for the Arts Maidenhead
To M4 Junction 8/9
By train
By bus
Trains run regularly to Maidenhead from Reading and London Paddington; Norden Farm is a short taxi ride from the station.
Courtney Coaches operates a bus service from the town centre to Wootton Way and back between 6.28am and 8.08pm (Route 5 & 5A).
The Board of Trustees
Patrons and Gold Members
Iain Donaldson Susan Flinders Norma Herdson Clifford Joseph
Petra Ali Mr & Mrs M Ashworth Mr Keith Bell Mr & Mrs G Blacker Mrs Rosemary Burfitt Mr Daniel Burton Mr A Collins Mr Roger Coombs Mr & Mrs J Cotterill Mr & Mrs GR and SJ Eagle Mr J Eastwood Mr Grahame Fisher Mr A Fox Mrs Eleanor Griffiths Mr Peter Griffiths Frankie Holness Mr DJ Horne Mr Peter Ison Mr Martin Kempton
Martin Kaye John Seymour Tony Stock Margaretha Welsford
Betty Lambourne (Board Minutes Secretary)
Supporters The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Spoore, Merry and Rixman Foundation Louis Baylis Charitable Trust The Prince Philip Trust Fund Berkshire Community Foundation - ‘3’ Fund RBWM Quarterly Grants RBWM Participatory Budget GreenRedeem Marlow Decorative and Fine Arts Society Our Community Enterprise Hale & Company LLP Colin Rayner at Berkyn Manor Farm
Dr C Lennie Mr DC Miles Griffiths Robert Miles Jan & Mike Moss Mrs H Petter Mrs Victoria Plotkin AR Redgrave Miss D Rewell Mr Paul Rutherford Mr & Mrs R and DM Sambrook Mr & Mrs Ralph Sheldon Mary and Tony Stock Mr & Mrs D H Stone Mrs Isabel Waida Mr H Wale Lisa Walden Mr Michael Weston-Davies Mrs Irene Wilson
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Venue Hire
Celebrations
Norden Farm is an ideal venue for your next meeting, team building event or networking day. Our award winning architecture, creative spaces and 18th century buildings include the Courtyard Theatre (capacity up to 270) and Long Barn (capacity up to 100). Norden Farm’s Sony 4K digital projector provides superior image and sound quality. Our wide range of services includes live transmission, making Norden Farm an exceptional choice for conferences.
Our theatre and barn spaces are also unique locations for your celebrations such as christenings, anniversary dinners or family gatherings.
For enquiries contact the Venue Hire Team on 01628 682555 or email admin@nordenfarm.org
Become a part of Norden Farm The Norden Farm membership scheme offers a variety of benefits to people wishing to visit Norden Farm, support its artistic vision and participate in its AGM. Each year, members contribute over £35,000, raising valuable income towards delivering a high quality artistic programme and helping to maintain our unique venue. Last year, income from membership was enough to pay for our lighting and heating throughout the year. For more information, contact the Box Office on 01628 788997.
Add to all of the below: acknowledgment in brochure, one free Long Barn hire annually (T&Cs apply) and 10% catering discount
Gold Member
£500 Per year
Add to all of the below: acknowledgement on website, annual wine tasting reception, event discounts, no booking fee, 5% catering discount Add to your member’s rights: a newsletter, early brochure, priority booking period and free ticket exchange Attend and vote at the AGM, nominate and elect trustees
Silver Member
£120 Per year
Bronze Member
£45
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(£40 Advantage Card) Member
FREE