Norden Farm Autumn 2015 Live Events Brochure by Marketing

Gigs • Comedy • Film • Theatre • Gallery • Classes • Café Bar

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Sept - Dec 2015

Box Office /

01628 788997

Online /

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Dear Friends Happy 15th Birthday Norden Farm! Norden Farm opened its doors fifteen years ago, thanks to the creative vision and tenacity of a group of local arts activists who lobbied for years to get it built. Fifteen years later The Farm is stronger than ever – and with friends like you the future looks very bright indeed Celebrate with us at our fundraising concert hosted by Laurie Holloway MBE on Saturday 19 September, where we’re raising money to replace our theatre seating. If you’d like to contribute to this fund or become a Norden Farm member or corporate member, do get in touch. Our ever eclectic live events includes funnies from top flight comedians such as Ed Byrne, Jenny Eclair and Hardeep Singh Kohli. There is also hard hitting civil rights drama in Rise Up and inspirational fusion music from Canadian bluesman Harry Manx. A brand new monthly event is Sunday Stories - the perfect way to do Sundays with little ones. Join in the interactive storytelling in the magical story den, then stay for Sunday lunch. Yee-ha! See in 2016 at the New Year’s Hoedown. Music comes courtesy of Cut a Shine - a band who’ll keep you dancing to Barn and Ceilidh music on our brand new dance floor. Finally, Percy the Park Keeper returns to the Farm after touring the country from Edinburgh to Dorset. Bring the children to see him in One Snowy Night this Christmas. Looking forward to seeing you here soon.

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 Catering and Operations Manager Richard Murphy on 01628 682558 or richard.murphy@nordenfarm.org

Food Served Tues - Sat 11.30am - 3pm 5.30pm - 7.45pm Sun 12pm - 2.30pm

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Cover photo – Birthday wishes from Lenny Henry, John Hegley, Rob Beckett, Lucy Beaumont, Richard Herring, Ellie Taylor, Romesh Ranganathan, Hailey Tuck

Photo credit Luminous Photography

The Norden Farm Café Bar

Gigs • Comedy • Film • Theatre • Gallery • Classes • Café Bar

Films at Norden Farm

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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 September - October film season include Gemma Bovery, Inside Out and The Man from U.N.C.L.E. See page 47-48 for details of our Event Cinema screenings - broadcast to Norden Farm live from venues such as the Royal Opera House, National Theatre and Shakespeare’s Globe.

Supporter tickets Silver and Gold Members receive a special ticket price on selected events in the season. Events with a supporter price are indicated by this symbol:

Index 01 Café Bar 03 - 04 One Snowy Night 05 - 35 Live Events 18 Children’s Arty Parties 25 - 26 Live Events Quick Guide 35 New Year’s Eve Hoedown 36 Classes Quick Guide 37 - 41 Classes and activities for adults 42 - 45 Classes and activities for children and young people 46 Gallery 47 - 48 Event Cinema 49 How to Book 50 How to Find Us 51 Celebrations at Norden Farm 51 Venue Hire 51 Membership

Photo credit Luminous Photography

Photo credit Mike Doherty

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

CHRISTMAS 2015

Norden Farm and Slot Machine present

ONE SNOWY NIGHT A TALE FROM PERCY’S PARK BY NICK BUTTERWORTH

One winter's night it was so cold it began to snow Great big snowflakes fell past the window of Percy's hut… Percy the park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night Percy finds his little friends shivering on the doorstep - they need more than food and he must find a way to help them… A snuggly, heart-warming story, with songs to sing along to and furry friends to meet. The show's original run was at Norden Farm in 2010 and it returns by popular demand! Created by Slot Machine, the company that brought the hit Christmas shows Miki (2011) and Kipper's Snowy Day (2014).

PERFORMANCES Tues 24 Nov Wed 25 Nov Thur 26 Nov Fri 27 Nov Sat 28 Nov Sun 29 Nov Tues 01 Dec Wed 02 Dec Thur 03 Dec Fri 04 Dec Sat 05 Dec Sun 06 Dec Tues 08 Dec Wed 09 Dec Thur 10 Dec Fri 11 Dec Sat 12 Dec Sun 13 Dec Tues 15 Dec Wed 16 Dec Thur 17 Dec Fri 18 Dec Sat 19 Dec Sun 20 Dec Tues 22 Dec Wed 23 Dec Thur 24 Dec Fri 25 Dec Sat 26 Dec Sun 27 Dec

1pm 1pm 1pm 1pm SOLD OUT 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm 10.30am 1pm 1pm SOLD OUT 10.30am 1pm 10.30am 1pm 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm 10.30am 1pm 10.30am 1pm 10.30am 1pm 10.30am 1pm 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm 1pm SOLD OUT 10.30am 1pm 1pm SOLD OUT 10.30am 1pm 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm 11.30am 2pm Christmas Day 2pm 11.30am 2pm 10.30am 10.30am

TOUCH TOURS Pre-show 'Touch Tours' for children with autism, and blind and partially sighted children can be arranged. Please contact Box Office for more details.

COMPETITION Enter for the chance to win a goody bag and turn on the Christmas Lights at Maidenhead Town Hall!

How to Enter • Draw, paint or create a snuggly nest made from a household object or piece of furniture with a sleeping animal snuggled inside eg a sock, a hat, a shoe, a cup, a teapot • Draw or paint one or more of the characters from the book on a very snowy night Download an entry form on our website or contact our Education Officer Robyn on 01628 682563.

Book online Box office www.nordenfarm.org 01628 788997

TICKETS £13 £11 under 16s Family & Friends

£45 (4 people)

Early Bird Offer!

£40

Family & Friends ticket, if booked before Monday 31 August

Schools

£9.50

Weekday performances up to and inc. Friday 18 December

Groups

£12

Group rate applies to bookings of 10 or more seats for constituted groups, or 20 or more for family and friends

For ages 3+ years

FOR AGES 3+ YEARS

£6

Gary Stewart Wed 2 Sept 8pm

Fresh from featuring on BBC Introducing and headlining the Hat Fair People’s Stage, The Herberts perform music from their forthcoming debut album. Expect a highly eclectic mix of pop, vintage rock ‘n’ roll, reggae, folk, soul, funk and even free jazz.

The folk singer/songwriter performs songs with a Celtic flair. He is influenced by Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell and Carole King. This mellifluous Yorkshire based musician plays with bands including Gilmore and Roberts and with Rosie Doonan. He has released two albums of his solo work, been well reviewed and played on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music.

WHY? Toe tapping music that moves the feet as well as the heart

WHY? ‘Effortlessly reminiscent of early 1960s bedsit-era Paul Simon’ Northern Sky

Studio

Studio £7

The Herberts Tues 1 Sept 8pm

Joanna Eden

performs the music of Joni Mitchell Thur 3 Sept 8pm Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden brings her tribute to the legendary Joni Mitchell. She is joined by top UK jazz pianist Chris Ingham, Dan Swana on bass and fusion specialist Dan Boutwood on guitar. Expect special guests, classic Joni hits like Big Yellow Taxi and Both Sides Now, some lesser known gems and some Joni-influenced Eden originals. WHY? Joanna was singing teacher to Grammy Award winning singer Sam Smith Studio £10 advance, £12 on the door

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TK Promotions present

Maidenhead Blind Club Charity Concert Fri 4 Sept 7.30pm Studio £10

The Vinyl Frontier with Jeff Lloyd

James Hamilton and Casual Violence

A highly sociable evening of music, trivia and chat.

James Hamilton is So Lonely - the multi award winning sketch comedian presents a tangle of tragic characters and time travel.

Sun 6 Sept 7.30pm

Casual Violence - the stars of BBC Radio 4’s Sketchorama bring their multi award winning best-of show to Maidenhead. Expect monsters, mayhem and live music - and your expectations will probably be met. WHY? ‘Leading the new wave of sketch comedy ... mix Game of Thrones, the League of Gentlemen and Roald Dahl to create dark, twisted and silly skits’ Sunday Times Sat 5 Sept 8pm Back in Black by AC/DC

Sat 14 Nov 8pm Discovery by ELO vs Breakfast in America by Supertramp

Sat 17 Oct 8pm Your best of… Queen Join ten participants as they choose their favourite Queen tracks on vinyl

Studio £10 advance £12 on the door

Sat 12 Dec 8pm Christmas Singles Championship

WHY? Hear a classic album as it was intended in full and on vinyl Studio £7

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Richard Herring - Happy Now? Wed 9 Sept 8pm After years of drifting aimlessly and alone, comedian Richard Herring is now settled down with a wife and a tiny baby. Is he finally happy now? Or does responsibility for the lives of others come with its own terrors? In his twelfth solo stand up show, Richard examines whether we are, can ever hope to be, or are meant to be truly content. WHY? ‘I think we might be seeing Richard Herring at the very top of his game’ The List Courtyard Theatre £10

Summer Concert Series – The Romantic Age (concert 3 of 3) Thur 10 Sept 8pm St John’s Chamber Players Dvorák 2 Slavonic Dances for piano duet Smetana From my Homeland, for violin and piano Brahms Clarinet Sonata No.1 in F minor Brahms 2 Songs with viola, Op.102 Dvorák Piano Trio in E minor (Dumky) In their music, Dvorák and Smetana expressed their deep feelings for Czech nationalism; whilst Brahms ended his career with some powerful and emotional works for clarinet. WHY? Music from 1870-1900 takes us to central Europe for a programme of warmhearted lyricism Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)

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‘Norden Farm is a gem... With a variety of shows from current films, tribute acts, folk and stand up comedy there is something for everyone. AND parking is free!’ Sally H

Steve Turner Fri 11 Sept 8pm

The concertina player and singer is known as a pioneer of highly sophisticated English concertina song accompaniments. He stretches the boundaries of traditional forms, with one of the best voices in the business. Steve is a multi-instrumentalist, who accompanies himself on the cittern, and also plays mandolin and banjo. WHY? ‘Fantastically assured. Turner’s ability to hold the listener rapt as the stories unfold is a delight’ Living Tradition Studio £10 advance, £12 on the door

Sunday Stories at The Farm

Led by Julie Loison Sun 13 Sept, 11 Oct and 15 Nov 11am - 12pm

Peerless Pirates Sat 12 Sept 8pm Playing a rollicking, roustabout mix of classic 80s energetic indie, sea shanties, rockabilly and surf-rock. If you’ve forgotten the time when indie was fun, here’s your chance to get re-acquainted. After conquering the Oxford music scene and numerous festival appearances including Glastonbury, the Pirates are coming to Maidenhead. WHY? ‘Their indie-shanty schtick has become one of the best nights out in Oxford’ Oxford’s Nightshift Magazine Courtyard Theatre £5

A brand new way to do Sundays! Interactive storytelling in the magical story den, followed by Sunday lunch… and we do all the clearing up! Then relax in the Café Bar with one of our Sunday papers or kick back on the Chesterfields with a latte. Suitable for ages 2 - 6 years. WHY? The perfect end to the weekend £3 per child. Lunch menu from £5.

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Norden Farm Associate Society: Maidenhead Music Society presents

A Barefoot Opera Production in association with Windsor Festival

Donizetti’s opera

L’ELISIR D’AMORE

15th Anniversary Concert

An Evening with Laurie Holloway and Friends Sat 19 Sept 8pm

Once upon a time, a group of dedicated arts aficionados had a dream of building an arts centre in Maidenhead. In 2000 Norden Farm Centre for the Arts opened its doors thanks to their tenacity! This celebratory fundraiser concert marks the 15th anniversary of Norden Farm and is hosted by pianist and composer Laurie Holloway MBE. Laurie will be joined on stage by some special guests. These include one of the country’s greatest lyricists Barry Mason (who wrote the Tom Jones hit Delilah); Becki Biggins – one of Britain’s brightest, up and coming jazz singers; and Will Torrent, who when not performing, is one of the world’s best Patisserie Chefs. WHY? Join us to celebrate our birthday in an intimate evening of sublime music and big personalities! Courtyard Theatre £20

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Thur 24 Sept 7.30pm Professional young opera singers perform a fully-staged and costumed interpretation of Donizetti’s most famous opera. L’elisir d’amore combines a touching love story with lively comedy, and beautiful music throughout. WHY? The production is again directed by Jenny Miller with music from piano, clarinet, double bass and free-base accordion Courtyard Theatre £17, £12 MMS Members (£5 under 16s, free with adults)

Jenny Eclair:

How to be a Middle Aged Woman (without going insane) Sat 26 Sept 8pm Professional Grumpy Old Woman, Splash survivor, amateur soup maker, and novice knitter, comedian Jenny Eclair is younger than Madonna but eats crisps and likes wine.

Harvest Ceilidh Fri 25 Sept 7pm Join folk band Nedron’s Jig for a highly sociable evening of dancing. The five piece band are led by caller Hugh Crabtree. The line up includes Paul Nye (melodeon), Tom Leary (fiddle), Mike Sanderson (mandola) and Davey Harding (bass).

WHY? Semi–bearded and suffering from outbreaks of gout and hysteria, Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! Courtyard Theatre £17.50

WHY? Come with a group of friends for a night out that’s a bit different to the norm! Long Barn £14 (£12 conc)

…And This is my Friend Mr Laurel Fri 25 Sept 8pm Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi, You Rang M’Lord) tells the intriguing, funny and often poignant tale of Stan Laurel’s friendship, love and dedication. Set in the bedroom of a sick Oliver Hardy, the show recounts their past success as Laurel and Hardy. This is a humorous and touching look at one of the great cinematic partnerships of the last century. WHY? ★★★★ The Metro ★★★★ The Stage ★★★★ Edinburgh Evening News Courtyard Theatre

£14

£12 conc

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£15 The Grimm Players present

‘Allo! ‘Allo!

By Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft This amateur production of ‘Allo! ‘Allo! is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd. Wed 30 Sept – Sat 3 Oct 7.45pm

Rise Up

Tues 29 Sept 7.30pm In the 1960s, principled American citizens rode buses across the Deep South, drawing attention to illegal discrimination and facing up to terrifying violence with peaceful resistance. What does it mean for people to come together and rise up? From the writer and director of The Day The Waters Came, the Writers’ Guild Best Play for Young Audiences 2011. WHY? The inspirational and moving stories of the Freedom Riders Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 conc)

Supporters £11

Thur 1 Oct 8pm A brand new show crammed full of even more wonderful (and occasionally outrageous) reminiscences and anecdotes from their extensive careers spent broadcasting around the globe. Bastions of the beloved Test Match Special, with over 80 years in the commentary box and touring the world between them, Henry and Peter have some tales to tell. WHY? ‘A show that is not so much about cricket as about what happens in the commentary box and beyond’ The Telegraph Courtyard Theatre £18.50

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COMMUNITY HIRE ‘Listen very carefully, I shall say this only once!’ Enjoy the stage version of this hilarious TV comedy classic. See your favourite characters in the flesh. WHY? Laughs galore and a bit of “Ooh, la! la!” are guaranteed Studio

Tom Hart Dyke – From Captivity to a Castle Fri 2 Oct 8pm The gardener first shot to international prominence when he was kidnapped while on a plant hunting expedition in the Colombian jungle. To keep his sanity while he was held captive, Tom planned a world garden for his home Lullingstone Castle. Today that garden opens its doors to thousands of visitors from all over the world.

£15

WHY? The story of his capture and subsequent plant hunting expeditions to develop his World Garden into what it is today, is told with passion and great humour Courtyard Theatre

Lakin McCarthy presents

Andy Hamilton – Change Management

Ed Byrne – Outside, Looking In

(work in progress) Thur 8 Oct 8pm

That bloke. You know. The Irish guy. No, not the bald one. The other one. You know him. The one Carol from work really likes. Wait, that might be Jason Byrne. Anyway. Funny chap. Has a new show!

The award winning comedian and comedy writer is back. In his 60 years on this planet, Andy has experienced many changes. Change is an inescapable part of the human condition. Some changes are good, some bad. Andy will teach you how to cope with the changes we have seen and the changes yet to come. Suitable for ages 14+ years.

WHY? ★★★★ The Sunday Times ★★★★ The Times ★★★★ The Sunday Telegraph

WHY? Andy is co-writer and director of BBC1’s hit sitcom Outnumbered

Courtyard Theatre £19

Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc)

Wed 7 Oct 8pm

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Jazz at the Farm presents

Don Weller (tenor sax) Fri 9 Oct 8pm A UK jazz icon of the stomping, swinging and beautifully melodious jazz sax. Supported by Paul Jordanous (trumpet) and the much applauded rhythm section of: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums). WHY? ‘Tenor saxophonist Don Weller was, and is, among the true originals of British jazz’ The Guardian Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 conc) (£5 under 16s) £11 Supporters

Fri 9 Oct 8pm The British independent artist is riding high on the wave of country music revival. She has been making a name for herself in Nashville where she has been working on her album with multi award winning songwriter and producer Jeff Cohen. WHY? Lucy May has featured on BBC Radio 2’s Pop Up Country station and filmed sessions for TV in Nashville and New York Studio £10 advance, £12 on the door

The Real Thing Sat 10 Oct 8pm

The three original vocalists from Britain’s number one soul band perform with their 5 piece band. They sold three million singles in the 1970s which were remixed and rereleased to huge acclaim in the 1980s. They perform regularly at Rewind Festival alongside Rick Astley, Boy George and Belinda Carlisle. WHY? Celebrating 40 years of hits including You to Me Are Everything, Can’t Get By Without You and Can You Feel the Force? Courtyard Theatre £20 advance, £22.50 on the door

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Michael Law Easy to Love Sat 10 Oct 8pm The singer and pianist is founder and musical director of the world famous Piccadilly Dance Orchestra. In this solo show Michael recreates a magical world that we might have forgotten. His warm, mellifluous voice and his unique sense of style match perfectly the great songs of the Golden Age of popular music - the 1920s to 40s. WHY? Michael’s interpretations make these classic songs sound fresh and newly composed Studio £15 (£13 conc)

Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance Sun 11 - Sun 18 Oct, times vary Courtyard Theatre and Studio

Emaline Delapaix Sun 11 Oct 7.30pm The Australian singer, composer and musician lives in Berlin. Her music is thought provoking folk pop for piano, acoustic guitar and celtic harp. She has performed over 300 shows across Germany, Europe, Australia and Canada, creating a dedicated following and becoming well known for her raw and passionate live performances.

£7

WHY? ‘An extraordinarily talented singer and composer. With her clear, warm and multi-faceted voice she takes the listener into a world of magic’ Cafe de Paris, Germany Studio

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

The Pantaloons present

Tues 13 Oct 7.30pm This is not a story for the faint-hearted. It’s a story of murder and betrayal. It’s a story of supernatural sorcery. And it’s a story that’s going to be retold as you’ve never seen it before. Tragic and hilarious in equal measures this innovative take on ‘The Scottish Play’ features femmes fatales, highspeed chases, killer lines, killer crimes and some seriously weird sisters. WHY? ‘Part alternative rock band, part thespian… wholly charming’ The Times Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 conc)

Sean Hughes – Mumbo Jumbo Fri 16 Oct 8pm The multi award winning comedian is back with a new show. Throughout his life Sean has been battling to stay on the right side of sanity. This is because in middle age, he has realised that the two sides of his brain are in constant conflict. There is common sense against mumbo jumbo and mumbo jumbo seems to have the upper hand. WHY? ‘For quick laughs look elsewhere, but for something that leaves more of an impression, Hughes is your man’ ★★★★ Chortle Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc)

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The Gren Bartley Band Fri 16 Oct 8pm With stunning harmonies, driving percussion and intricate string arrangements, Gren Bartley’s band captivates audiences across the UK. The full line up is Gren Bartley (vocals, guitar, banjo), Julia Disney (vocals, piano, violin), Sarah Smout (vocals, cello) and Lydia Glanville (percussion). Gren is truly the future of folk songwriting, a modern day troubadour. Supported by Tara Deane. WHY? ‘One to really look out for’ BBC Radio 2 Studio £10 advance, £12 on the door

RM Promotions present

Nancy Kerr with James Fagan Wed 21 Oct 8pm Nancy Kerr is the vocalist and fiddle player for folk band The Full English and the newly crowned BBC Folk Singer of the Year! Together, Nancy and James have twice won BBC Folk Awards for Best Duo and the Horizon Award. They are renowned for their beautiful, strong harmony singing, breathtaking instrumentals and their love of live performance.

£12

WHY? ‘Quite breathtakingly beautiful’ Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2 Studio

Classical Meets Jazz Thur 22 Oct 8pm

Two virtuosos of the guitar. Scottish world-jazz guitarist and composer David MacGregor joins the Cuban classical guitarist Ahmed Dickinson Cárdenas. The two musicians play a mixture of guitar duets and solo pieces, intertwining classical, Cuban and jazz sounds. Their relaxed stage presence and amazing ability on their instruments create a truly unique, intimate, fresh and interesting experience for any music lover.

Norden Farm Associate Society: Maidenhead Music Society presents

Martin James Bartlett (piano) Thur 22 Oct 7.30pm Scarlatti Keyboard sonatas in E, G and B minor Beethoven Sonata in E flat op 31 no 3 Chopin Ballade no 1 in G minor op 23 Schumann ABEGG variations op 1 Scriabin Etudes op 8 nos 11 and 12 Prokofiev Sonata no 3 op 28

WHY? A rare chance to catch Mexico based David MacGregor

WHY? Winner of the BBC Young Musician competition, Martin has performed Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue at the BBC Proms

Studio £12 advance, £14 on the door

Courtyard Theatre £15, £10 MMS Members (£5 under 16s, free with adults)

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Hal Cruttenden – Straight Outta Cruttenden Fri 23 Oct 8pm The host of BBC1’s Live at the Apollo and star of BBC Radio 4 is back. He’ll be ranting about the real evils of the modern world - oversharing on social media and the 5:2 diet. The more he complains the funnier he gets. Hal has been seen on The Royal Variety Performance, BBC1’s Would I Lie To You? and Have I Got News For You. WHY? ‘Hugely talented’ ★★★★ The Times Courtyard Theatre £17

Sheikh It! Sat 24 Oct 8pm A dazzling display of one of the oldest dance forms from the Middle East. Sheikh it! is a show that takes the audience on a carpet ride across golden sands. All proceeds from Sheikh it! go to Sue Ryder - Nettlebed Hospice. WHY? Featuring professional dancers from across the world, glamorous choreographies and live music Courtyard Theatre £15 (£12.50 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £50

Daniel Koek His West End Story Fri 23 Oct 8pm Daniel has starred as Jean Valjean in Les Misérables. He has also performed lead roles in West Side Story, Chess and South Pacific. Now the acclaimed tenor presents an enthralling evening of songs and stories from the last decade. Accompanied by West End musical director and keyboard player Greg Arrowsmith. WHY? ‘A performer of this calibre is bound to be in the industry for years to come’ Stage Whispers Studio £12 advance £14 on the door

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Justin Moorhouse – Destiny Calling Sat 24 Oct 8pm Justin is back on the road doing what he does best - making people laugh up and down the country. He has recently appeared in the new series of BBC1’s Live at the Apollo and Coronation Street, playing pub landlord Dean Upton. WHY? ‘Moorhouse charms the pants off the crowd’ Sunday Times Studio £14

Harry Manx Sun 25 Oct 7.30pm

Direct from Canada, Harry Manx has been dubbed an ‘essential link’ between the music of East and West. He creates musical short stories that wed the tradition of the blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. He has received seven Maple Blues Awards, the Canadian Folk Music Award and CBC Radio’s Great Canadian Blues Award. WHY? ‘Manx’s real skill lays in creating a rare musical place where blues, country, folk and Indian classical music co-exist as some spirit force’ Downbeat Magazine Courtyard Theatre £13 advance, £15 on the door

Arty Parties Make your child’s birthday an extra special one and do something different for their party this year! Choose from a whole range of arty activities followed by a birthday tea. We can offer: • arts and crafts • drama games • family shows

• bollywood dance • movie themes and more!

‘I just wanted to let you know what a fantastic time my daughter, Maya,

For more information, had at her party on Saturday. It could call the admin team on 01628 682555 or email not have been better!’ rita.bryant@nordenfarm.org Nicola

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Half Term at the Farm Everyday Activities Mon 26 Oct 11.30am and 2pm

10.15am (1 hour) Arts and crafts sessions £5 per child

Mr Tiger lived a perfectly proper life in the city and everything was perfectly fine… until the day he had a wonderfully wild idea! Join Mr Tiger on a rocking musical adventure that will have children ROARING with laughter. Adapted from the book by Peter Brown.

1.15pm and 3.30pm (20 minutes) Storytelling £2 per child

Garlic Theatre presents

Old

Mother Hubbard

Sun 25 Oct 11.30am and 2pm

Old Mother Hubbard went to the cupboard to fetch her poor dog a bone, but when she got there, the cupboard was bare… Or was it? A dotty old woman clatters about in her kitchen while her dancing dog sniffs out trouble in the most unlikely places.

WHY? ‘An unmissable musical delight… makes the kids in the packed audience scream with incredulous laughter’ ★★★★ Time Out Courtyard Theatre

AGE

3+ YEARS

WHY? A spicy blend of slapstick and folk humour in this fresh and funny adaptation, with well crafted puppets and singing teapots! Studio

AGE

YEARS

Tickets

Films

Family shows (unless otherwise stated) Adult £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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Tues 27 and Wed 28 Oct 11.30am and 2pm Actor Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses the objects of a carpenter’s workshop to tell the tale of the puppet that wants to be a real boy, and the puppet maker who wants to be a real father. Pinocchio is carved on stage, brushes become a fox and the shadow of two saws transforms into a giant shark. An inventive and witty show with a big heart. WHY? ‘Wonderful work that celebrates the possibilities of theatre’ The Guardian

AGE

4+ YEARS

Studio

Theatre of Widdershins presents

Thur 29 and Fri 30 Oct 11.30am and 2pm Ah, new shoes... delightful on the feet. Soft dancing shoes, swarthy pirate shoes, silver buckle and silken souls. No one makes shoes like an elf! Elvis Schumacher, cobbler and craftsman, has worked all his life making shoes. But now he’s hit hard times, can anyone help him? Inspired by the Ladybird Book, this is a classic fable.

AGE

WHY? Beautifully crafted set and puppets, sublime music, a kaleidoscope of miniature shoes and a comic mouse make this show a magical must-see

3+ YEARS

Courtyard Theatre

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Richard Lee and the Norden Farm Guitar Club

Robert Newman – The Brain Show

WHY? Get inspired and join our weekly guitar club!

Thur 29 Oct 8pm After volunteering for a brain-imaging experiment meant to locate the part of the brain that lights up when you’re in love, Rob emerges with more questions than answers. Can brain scans read our minds? Are we our brains? How can you map the mind? The show includes a specially constructed MRI-hat that will record Robert’s real-time brain activity in the show. WHY? ‘He is the funniest comedian I have ever seen… a passionate, chaotically brilliant comedian’ The Sunday Times

Studio £5 advance, £6 on the door

Courtyard Theatre £15 (£10 conc)

Tues 27 Oct 8pm Richard is Norden Farm’s guitar tutor and has been playing guitar for over 20 years. He is an independent recording artist, with an impressive vocal range, who’s even shared festival bills with The Wurzels. This is an opportunity to hear Richard’s guitar students perform songs which will take in classic rock and Americana styles.

Sam Lewis Wed 28 Oct 8pm

With rich soulful vocals, well-crafted songs, roots country and blue-eyed soul Sam Lewis is connecting the dots. Whether crossing genres or state lines, he has pieced together a story people need to hear. Sam has established himself as one of Nashville’s most talented new tunesmiths. WHY? ‘Takes simplicity from Willie Nelson, poetry from Bob Dylan, soul from Ray Charles’ Fishbowl Records Studio £7 advance £8 on the door

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The Bourne Again Shadows Fri 30 Oct 8pm The Bourne Again Shadows reproduce the authentic sounds of the original Shadows. Their repertoire features most of the big hits from the 1960s including Apache, Kontiki, Wonderful Land and Foot Tapper, as well a selection of favourite album tracks. WHY? With Simon - sounds like Cliff - Goodall, recreating the atmosphere of Cliff Richard and The Shadows concerts in the 1960s £12 conc Courtyard Theatre

£14

Take the Space presents

White Feather Boxer Thur 29 Oct 8pm It’s 1967 and the heavyweight boxing champion of the world, Cassius Clay, refuses to be conscripted into Vietnam. Meanwhile, in a shabby Bethnal Green flat, an elderly boxing trainer recalls his memories of WW1. This performed reading follows Take the Space’s debates at Norden Farm where local boxers and Quakers generously shared their stories. WHY? From the company who brought Stella, Dolce Via and Hanging Hooke to Norden Farm Studio £5

Morgan and West – Parlour Tricks Fri 30 Oct 8pm

The time travelling magic duo present a brand new show chock full of jaw-dropping, brainbursting, gasp-eliciting feats of magic. The dashing chaps offer up a plateful of illusion and impossibility, all served with wit, charm and no small amount of panache. Be sure to wear a hat - Morgan and West might just blow your mind. WHY? ‘Genuinely rich, wholehearted, fun family entertainment with mind-boggling trickery’ British Comedy Guide Studio £14 (£12 conc)

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Wed 4 Nov 7pm

COMMUNITY HIRE

St John’s Chamber Orchestra Sat 31 Oct 8pm Alexandra Vaduva (piano) Nigel Wilkinson (conductor) Brahms Grieg Sibelius

Academic Festival Overture Piano Concerto in A minor Symphony No.2

An evening celebrating the 50th Festival of Maidenhead Music and Dance. WHY? Enjoy a range of outstanding performances by recent competitors of all ages, showcasing the richness of talent throughout the Festival’s classes. Courtyard Theatre £5 (£3 under 18s)

This orchestral concert has a strongly Scandinavian feel. Sibelius’s inspiring and heroic Second Symphony forms the second half of the evening. WHY? Alexandra Vaduva, the young prize-winning Romanian pianist, joins the orchestra as the soloist in Grieg’s ever popular Piano Concerto Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

Mawkin Sun 1 Nov 7.30pm

A blistering five piece band fusing folk, blues and rock. Rousing songs of rebellion are sung by brothers David Delarre (Eliza Carthy, Tred) and fiddler James Delarre (Saul Rose & James Delarre, Topette) all underpinned by the virtuosic bellowing of Nick Cooke’s melodeon and a solid rhythm section with Danny Crump (bass) and Lee Richardson (drums). WHY? ‘Invigorating, highly inventive’ ★★★★ Q Magazine Studio £12 advance, £14 on the door

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‘Excellent night… a very good venue, staff very friendly’ petsar21

RM Promotions present

Dick Gaughan Wed 4 Nov 8pm Dick has been at the cutting edge of Scottish music for almost five decades. He is a stunning singer with a wonderfully expressive voice belying passion, allied to a dazzling guitar technique. Dick is the only performer to hold the dual honours of a Lifetime Achievement award by BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and induction into the Scots Traditional Music Hall of Fame. WHY? ‘Gaughan is absolutely one of the best in the world’ Frets Studio £13.75

Jazz at the Farm presents

Art Themen (sax) Fri 6 Nov 8pm

A musician whose style and humour creates great jazz. Art is supported by Mike Soper (trumpet) and a rhythm section acclaimed at every gig: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums). WHY? Art fronted the Stan Tracey quartet for over 20 years and is winner of a British Jazz Award for tenor sax Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 conc) (£5 under 16s

Sean McGloughlin –

Whatever it Takes Fri 6 Nov 8pm After finally clawing his career out of the toilet and towards the stars, comedian Sean McLoughlin should be at his happiest, right? Unfortunately this longawaited improvement in career has coincided with a collapse in his personal life (floods, divorce, cats etc). Sean has beaten the system and yet finds himself at the mercy of it - can a man rise AND fall at the same time? WHY? ‘At once hilarious and painfully revelatory’ ★★★★ Chortle Studio

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£10

Sept - Dec 2015

Quick Guide September Date

Tues 01 Wed 02 Thur 03 Fri 04 Sat 05 Sun 06 Wed 09 Thur 10 Fri 11 Sat 12 Sun 13 Tues 15 Sat 19 Tues 22 Thur 24 Fri 25 Sat 26 Tues 29 Wed 30

47 07 07 08 47 09 47 09 10 10 11 47 47

Courtyard Theatre

Studio / Long Barn (LB)

Film – title tbc 05 The Herberts Film – title tbc 05 Gary Stewart Film – title tbc 05 Joanna Eden Film – title tbc 06 Maidenhead Blind Club Charity Concert Film – title tbc 06 The Vinyl Frontier Film – title tbc 06 James Hamilton and Casual Violence NT Live: The Beaux’ Stratagem Richard Herring Summer Concert Series 3 of 3 - The Romantic Age Film – title tbc 08 Steve Turner Peerless Pirates Film – title tbc 08 Sunday Stories at The Farm Aida on Sydney Harbour 15th Anniversary Concert - An Evening with Laurie Holloway and Friends ROH Live: Romeo and Juliet L’Elisir D’Amore …And This is my Friend Mr Laurel 10 Harvest Ceilidh Jenny Eclair Rise Up NT Live: Coriolanus (encore) Roger Waters The Wall 11 Allo Allo

October

Sat 17

47 15 14

Blofeld & Baxter Tom Hart Dyke Film – title tbc ROH Live: Le nozze di Figaro Ed Byrne Andy Hamilton Jazz at the Farm - Don Weller (sax) The Real Thing Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance Macbeth Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance Film – title tbc NT Live: Hamlet Sean Hughes Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance

Sun 18 Tues 20 Wed 21 Thur 22 Fri 23 Sat 24 Sun 25 Mon 26 Tues 27

14 47 48 16 17 17 18 19 48

Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance NT Live: Hamlet RSC Live: Henry V Martin James Bartlett (piano) Hal Cruttenden Sheikh It! Harry Manx Mr Tiger Goes Wild RSC Live: Henry V

Thur 01 Fri 02 Sat 03 Wed 07 Thur 08 Fri 09 Sat 10 Sun 11 Tues 13 Wed 14 Thur 15 Fri 16

11 12 47 12 12 13 13 14 15 14

Film – title tbc

Wed 28 Thur 29

The Elves and the Shoemaker

11 11 11

Allo Allo Allo Allo Allo Allo

13 14 14

Lucy May Michael Law Emaline Delapaix

14 14

Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance

15 14 06 14

The Gren Bartley Band Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance The Vinyl Frontier Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance

16 16 17 17 19

Nancy Kerr with James Fagan Classical Meets Jazz Daniel Koek Justin Moorhouse Old Mother Hubbard

20 21 20 21

Pinocchio Richard Lee and the Norden Farm Guitar Club Pinocchio Sam Lewis

C omedy

Theatre

Var i ety

F ilm / E ve n t Cin e ma

Family

Musi c

Spoken Wor d

October (contd) Date

Courtyard Theatre

Studio / Long Barn (LB)

Thur 29 Fri 30

21 20 22 23

Robert Newman The Elves and the Shoemaker The Bourne Again Shadows St John’s Chamber Orchestr

White Feather Boxer

Morgan and West

Sat 31

November Sun 01 Wed 04 Fri 06 Sat 07 Fri 13 Sat 14 Sun 15 Thur 19 Fri 20 Sat 21 Sun 22 Tues 24 Wed 25 Thur 26 Fri 27 Sat 28 Sun 29

23 24 27 28 48 28 28 28 48 48 29 30 30 31

Film – title tbc 23 Mawkin Maidenhead Festival of Music and Dance 24 Dick Gaughan Jazz at the Farm - Art Themen (sax) 24 Sean McGloughlin Dance to the Rhythm 27 Paul Armfield Film – title tbc 27 So Comedy Live: On the Road Laurie Holloway in Concert 06 The Vinyl Frontier ROH Live: Carmen / Viscera / Afternoon of a Faun / Tchaikovsky pas de Deux The Heath String Quartet with James Baillieu (piano) Stephen K Amos Stephen K Amos 29 Artisan Fair 29 Jig Doll Film – title tbc 29 The Studio Session NT Live: Of Mice and Men NT Live: Of Mice and Men Hardeep Singh Kohli Dickens Abridged 30 All Things Considered Gimme Gimme Gimme 31 Nish Kumar Jewel Tones - Sing Sing Sing

Christmas 2015

ONE SNOWY NIGHT Book your tickets today!

December Wed 02 Thur 03 Fri 04 Sat 05 Tues 08 Thur 10 Fri 11 Sat 12 Sun 13 Tues 15 Thur 17 Sat 19 Sun 20 Thur 31

31 32 32 48 48 33 33 34 34 34 35

Film – title tbc 31 Festive Floral Roadshow Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two with special guest June Carter Jazz at the Farm - Art Themen (sax) 32 Danny Buckler’s Magic Salon Thames Valley Gay Chorus 32 Christmas Ceilidh NT Live: Jane Eyre ROH: Cavalleria Rusticana / Pagliacci 33 The Changing Room The Total Who Show Film – title tbc 06 The Vinyl Frontier The Rat Pack Christmas Show The Albion Christmas Band Maidenhead Concert Band Charity Christmas Concert D’Ukes Film – title tbc 35 Caddy’s Country Kitchen New Year’s Eve Hoedown at The Farm

January Fri 01

New Year’s Day Concert

TLC Productions present

Dance to the Rhythm Sat 7 Nov 7pm

COMMUNITY HIRE Courtyard Theatre £15

So Comedy Live: On the Road Fri 13 Nov 8pm The producers of The Graham Norton Show bring you their pick of the very best names on the UK stand-up comedy circuit today. Special guest Matt Richardson (ITV2’s The Xtra Factor, Viral Tap and Celebrity Juice) joins Robin Morgan (BBC Radio’s The Greatest Welshman You’ve Never Heard Of) and Jonny Lennard. WHY? So Comedy produces a wide variety of live shows and has comedians including Christian O’Connell and Ellie Taylor on their books Studio £10

Paul Armfield – Found Sat 7 Nov 8pm The singer/songwriter performs a collection of songs inspired by a private collection of breath taking photographs gathered from Berlin fleamarkets. He is joined by a small ensemble of multi-instrumentalists. Their music is played alongside projections of these stunning images, images that present a very different view of twentieth century Germany. A unique experience that will enchant the audience with the beauty of each private captured moment. WHY? ‘A perfect example of English songwriting’ Maverick Magazine Studio £14, £11 Supporters

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Norden Farm Associate Society: Maidenhead Music Society presents Montgomery Holloway Music Trust presents

Laurie Holloway in Concert Sat 14 Nov 7.30pm The Montgomery Holloway Music Trust presents Laurie Holloway in concert with very special guests Tina May and Kenny Lynch (tbc) supported by students of the Trust. WHY? A not to be missed event and early booking advised Courtyard Theatre £15

The Heath String Quartet with James Baillieu (piano) Thur 19 Nov 7.30pm Adagio and Fugue K546 Piano concerto no 12 in A major K414 Piano quintet op 84

Mozart Mozart Elgar

It’s a delight to welcome the Heath back and to look forward to the rare treat of hearing the Elgar piano quintet. WHY? James Baillieu has been described by the Daily Telegraph as ‘in a class of his own…a remarkable pianist’ Supported by The Prince Philip Trust Courtyard Theatre £17, £12 MMS Members (£5 under 16s, free with adults)

Stephen K Amos – The Laughter Master Fri 20 and Sat 21 Nov 8pm

The maestro of feel-good comedy is back on tour with his new show. Stephen comes to Norden Farm fresh from touring the UK and Australia. He has starred in BBC Radio 4’s Life: An Idiot’s Guide and What Does the K Stand For?. Suitable for ages 16+ years. WHY? ‘Stephen K Amos is officially becoming a national treasure. Expect more warm insight and spiky charm here’ Sunday Times

£17

Courtyard Theatre

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Photo credit Luminous Photography

Artisan Fair Sat 21 Nov 11am - 4pm The 18th century Long Barn provides the perfect backdrop to pick up a unique Christmas gift. Browse stalls from local sellers showcasing hand made wares. WHY? The Café Bar is open all day, and will be serving mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas flavoured coffee Long Barn

The Studio Session Sun 22 Nov 7.30pm Local musicians play a set of stripped back music in our Studio space. If you would like to perform, please email: jane.corry@nordenfarm.org WHY? The night showcases an eclectic mix of singer/songwriters, acoustic musicians, solo acts, duos and bands Studio £6 advance, £8 on the door

Hardeep Singh Kohli – Big Mouth Strikes Again Thur 26 Nov 8pm When you’ve a mouth this big, is it any wonder you get into trouble? The comedian, broadcaster, journalist and chef explains all in a brand new show, on the back of its première at this year’s Edinburgh Festival.

Jig Doll Sat 21 Nov 8pm An exciting project created by folk singer, musician and dancer Hannah James. More than a concert, Jig Doll uses newly composed music and innovative stage techniques to weave a magical atmosphere around percussive dance. Hannah builds the music live using loop pedals and instruments. WHY? Hannah was in an acclaimed duo with Bellowhead’s Sam Sweeney, is a member of vocal harmony trio Lady Maisery and has worked with folk legend Maddy Prior Studio £10

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WHY? ‘Very funny… with a touching truth in the stories he tells and a truthful integrity in the way he tells them’ ★★★★ Edinburgh Guide Courtyard Theatre

£14

Fri 27 Nov 8pm A fast paced musical comedy from the founding member of The Reduced Shakespeare Company. A cast of four bring hundreds of the great author’s characters to life. Take a comic journey through Dickens’ greatest hits – including Oliver Twist, Great Expectations (complete with flaming bride), A Tale of Two Cities (with fully functioning guillotine), Nicholas Nickleby, and, of course... A Christmas Carol. WHY? ‘Irreverent, witty, fast-paced and outrageous!’ The Stage

£16

Courtyard Theatre

All Things Considered Fri 27 Nov 8pm

‘Folk fusion’ is probably the closest you will get in trying to define the sound of this 5 piece band. Led by vocalist Emma Baldwin, the band comprise driving fiddle player Gethin Webster, intricate acoustic guitarist Adrian Holden, soaring cello from Andrew Richardson and the groove based, almost tribal percussion of Phil Daniels. Support act to be announced. WHY? ’Effortlessly beautiful songs with real feeling’ folking.com Studio £5

Gimme Gimme Gimme Sat 28 Nov 8pm Abba’s music is as vibrant today as it was back in the seventies and Gimme Gimme Gimme have been performing their tribute to the band for over 14 years. They have appeared at shows and festivals worldwide. The many costume changes, choreographed dance routines and four-part vocal harmonies come together to recreate that original Abba party feel. WHY? With all the hits including Voulez Vous, I Have a Dream, Take a Chance, Waterloo and Chiquitita Courtyard Theatre £18

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Nish Kumar: Long Word… Long Word… Blah Blah Blah… I’m So Clever Sat 28 Nov 8pm The stand up comedian has appeared on Comedy Central’s The Alternative Comedy Experience curated by Stewart Lee, Live at the Comedy Store and Stand up Central. He has been seen on BBC 3’s Live at the Edinburgh Festival and Sweat the Small Stuff plus supported Milton Jones and David O’Doherty. WHY? ★★★★★ Time Out ★★★★ Daily Telegraph ★★★★ Guardian ★★★★ Chortle Studio £10

Mig Kimpton Flowers presents

Festive Floral Roadshow Wed 2 Dec 7.30pm The renowned floral designer brings his show to the intimate Studio space. Join him as he creates fabulous floral designs from scratch, inspires you to decorate your home this Christmas and shares his funny stories from 30 years of working in theatre. You might even get the chance to help him on stage or win one of his designs to take home. WHY? A Gold Medal winner at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show Studio £13

Jewel Tones – Sing! Sing! Sing! Sun 29 Nov 7pm

COMMUNITY HIRE Courtyard Theatre £10

Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two with special guest June Carter Thur 3 Dec 8pm Clive John is the voice of The Johnny Cash Roadshow. He brings a more laid back version of Johnny Cash songs with Nick Davis (electric guitar) and Martin Bentley (double bass) plus Jill Shoonjans as June Carter. The set also features some of Clive John’s chart topping original songs. WHY? The only tribute show to be endorsed by the Cash family Courtyard Theatre £18 (£16 conc)

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Jazz at the Farm presents

The Karen Sharp and Nikki Iles Group

Sat 5 Dec 7.30pm

Fri 4 Dec 8pm

The wonderfully creative swinging jazz ensemble of tenor sax and piano combines in this performance. Karen and Nikki are joined by the tantalizing string-bass of Arnie Somogyi and Clark Tracey, an icon of jazz drums. WHY? Karen Sharp has been a winner at the British Jazz Awards Courtyard Theatre £14 (£12 conc) (£5 under 16s)

Join TVGC for a journey through the seasons, in the company of Fred Astaire, Carpenters, Lou Reed, Edward Elgar, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Eartha Kitt, The Weather Girls, Ed Sheeran and many, many more! WHY? The versatile and joyful Thames Valley Gay Chorus have a habit of selling out every concert! Courtyard Theatre £13 (£11 conc)

Danny Buckler’s Magic Salon Fri 4 Dec 8pm Do you love comedy? Magic? Gossip? And all round entertainment? This is more than a magic show and better than a comedy night. Comedian Danny Buckler entertains with anecdotes, tricks and songs before introducing three of the world’s finest magicians. WHY? ‘A night of mystery, fun and repartee as the show morphs into a television style chatshow to open up the fun and mysterious world of stage magic Studio £12 (£10 conc)

Christmas Ceilidh Sat 5 Dec 7pm An evening of dance in our atmospheric 18th century Long Barn. Caller Hugh Crabtree leads dances including Muffin Man’s Jig, Gay Gordons and Cumberland Square 8. Tunes from folk band Nedron’s Jig include The Rogue’s March, One More Dance and Then, Speed the Plough and Dashing White Sergeant. WHY? A perfect social event for Christmas parties Long Barn £15 (£13 conc)

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The Total Who Show Fri 11 Dec 8pm

The Changing Room Thur 10 Dec 8pm Rootsy, Celtic-infused, original folk. Heavily influenced by the industrial heritage of Cornwall, the Looe based band are ambassadors for collaboration and social singing. Their songs feature rousing choruses and catchy hooks that will keep you swaying and humming all week. Accordion, guitar, bodhran, harp and banjo plus award winning vocals deliver a winning combination.

Love The Who? Fancy a great night packed with classic tracks by the band? Catch over two hours of anthems performed by professional band Johnny Warman’s Magic Bus. With hits including Won’t Get Fooled Again, My Generation, Pinball Wizard, The Seeker and more! Magic Bus pay tribute to The Who in their own unique way capturing the power, glory and passion of the band.

WHY? ‘Swiftly seizes and grips your attention’ FolkWords

WHY? ‘The best 60s tribute band in the world’ Time Out

Studio £8 advance, £10 on the door

Courtyard Theatre £15

The Rat Pack Christmas Show Sun 13 Dec 8pm

Capturing not only the music and comedy of the original legends, but also the remarkable personalities of the stars who ruled the entertainment world. With all of the hit songs made popular by the legendary performers such as Ain’t That a Kick in the Head, The Lady is a Tramp, My Way, Mr Bojangles and New York, New York plus songs with a Yuletide feel! WHY? Voted the number one tribute show in the UK by The National Agents Association of Great Britain at The National Tribute Awards Courtyard Theatre

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£20

RM Promotions present

The Albion Christmas Band Tues 15 Dec 8pm

Now in its 17th year, this is a musical tour through the Christmas customs of Britain. Featuring the combined talents of Simon Nicol (Fairport Convention), Kellie While (Albion Band), Simon Care (Edward II) and the Guvnor himself, Ashley Hutchings. WHY? This year will see a collection of new material alongside favourites from the band’s back catalogue of Christmas albums Courtyard Theatre £19.50

£8 Maidenhead Concert Band Charity Christmas Concert Thur 17 Dec 7.45pm

COMMUNITY HIRE This year’s concert is in memory of Jane Marlow and the charity is Macmillan Cancer Support. WHY? A great night out for all the family Courtyard Theatre

‘Somewhere you MUST keep an eye on!’ Shelagh C

Sat 19 Dec 8pm With six musicians, 24 strings, a hint of percussion and plenty of humour, D’Ukes are the virtuosos of the ukulele. They reinterpret songs by artists as diverse as Queen, Elbow, Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash and Deep Purple in ways that may surprise you. The band combine danceable music with great vocals, slick solos, tight harmonies and excellent song arrangements. WHY? D’Ukes headlined the first Czech Republic ukulele festival Courtyard Theatre £12 (£10 conc)

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Caddy’s Country Kitchen Sun 20 Dec 7.30pm

Australian singer/songwriter Caddy Cooper serves a feast of country, Americana and bluegrass. Featuring some of the best emerging and visiting artists around, Caddy interviews performers and joins them on stage for classic and original country songs. WHY? Diving feet first into critical acclamation for her last two albums, Caddy Cooper is an acoustic country and blues singer songwriter that you simply cannot afford to miss Studio £8 advance, £10 on the door

St John’s Chamber Players present

New Year’s Day Concert Fri 1 Jan 7.30pm

Including works by Handel, Vivaldi and JS Bach. WHY? The annual sell-out concert returns for a 15th year Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

New Year’s Eve Hoedown at The Farm Thur 31 Dec 8.30pm Heck yeah it’s a hoedown! Join ceilidh and barn dance band Cut a Shine for foot stomping, rip-roaring, thighslapping traditional music and a night of all types of barn dancing. Dust off your cowboy hats, gingham checks or general fancy dress for frolics on our brand new dance floor in the Courtyard Theatre. The caller will guide you through the dances, so no experience is necessary and no excuses! There will be free games in the Barn including Giant Horse Shoes, plus acoustic music from the Squirrel Hunters and the Imaginary String Band keeps the party going between ceilidh sets. As you would expect, a fully stocked bar provides thirst quenching refreshments throughout. Courtyard Theatre £20 before 31 October, £25 after Supporters £17 before 31 October, £22 after

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Now booking for Spring 16! Gary Delaney Sat 23 Jan 8pm

Christian O’Connell: You’ve Ruined My Morning… and Other Fan Mail Fri 4 Mar 8pm

Gyles Brandreth – Word Power! Sat 18 Jun 8pm and Sun 19 Jun 7.30pm

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

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Mindfulness pg 37

Book Club (Monthly) pg 37

Acoustic Guitar pg 38

Friday Night Flamenco pg 38

Align and Flow Yoga pg 39

Zumba pg 39

Maidenhead Community Choir pg 37

Crochet Club (Monthly) pg 38

Experimental Textiles pg 39

Yoga pg 39

Kathak Dance pg 44

Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 42

Body Control Pilates pg 38

Acoustic Guitar pg 38

Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 42

Make Silver Jewellery pg 39

Introduction to Drawing pg 38

Make Silver Jewellery pg 39

Arts Awards pg 44

Pre School Dance Little Wrigglers pg 42

Ink Marks pg 38

Pre School Teddies Music Club pg 42

Junior Arts Awards pg 44

Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 42

Bollywood Dance pg 43

Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 42

Youth Dance Norden Exposure pg 43

After School Arts Club pg 43

Digi Den pg 44

One Off Classes and Workshops September

November

Introduction to Acrylics [pg 40] Introduction to Mindfulness [pg 40] Photography and Mindfulness [pg 40] Portrait Drawing [pg 40]

Life Drawing [pg 41] Drawing to Print - Lithography and Mono Print [pg 41] Exploring Colour - Soft Pastel [pg 41] Photography Book Workshop [pg 41] Create a Set of Lanterns [pg 41] Experimental Ink Art [pg 44] Lantern Making Workshops [pg 45]

October Make SilverJewellery - Stone Setting [pg 40] Surface Texture [pg 40] In the Style of Oil Masters [pg 40] Urban Street Scenes [pg 40] Life Drawing [pg 41] Experimental Textiles - Fabric Dyeing [pg 41] Creative Drawing - Mixed Media [pg 41]

December Acrylics, Oil Pastels and Resists [pg 40] Light, Reflection and Movement in Water [pg40] Machine Embroidery - Festive Cards [pg 41] Chocolate Workshop [pg 41] Family Chocolate Workshop [pg 45]

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Regular Classes For adults

Norden Farm Night School

NIGHT SCHOOL

From music to mindfulness and crochet to acoustic guitar; our night school is a collection of inspiring evening classes and workshops in a friendly and sociable environment. Enjoy the Café Bar before or after the session with your new class mates.

Mindfulness Led by Jane Barker

Tuesdays 7.30pm - 9pm £10 per session Relaxed drop in sessions (advance booking recommended). Suitable for all levels of experience.

Non-Judgement

Non-Striving

Tues 8 Sept

Tues 10 Nov

Explore being an impartial witness to our own experience; catching ourselves slipping into judging whatever is present. The intention is not to stop ourselves but to create awareness.

Explore the notion that ‘change occurs when one becomes what he is, not when he tries to become what he is not’ (Perls) and how the attitudinal foundation of nonstriving in mindfulness complements this.

Patience

Peace on Earth

Tues 13 Oct

Tues 8 Dec

Do you find yourself wanting things to hurry up, rushing through some moments to get to the ‘better’ ones? Practice allowing things to unfold in their own time, living each moment as it presents itself.

In all the hustle and bustle of Christmas, explore how peace doesn’t come from nothing going on in our lives or from a blank mind with no thoughts, but instead from being able to connect with inner calm.

Maidenhead Community Choir

Book Club

Led by Tina Reibl Tues 8 Sept - 13 Oct and 3 - 24 Nov 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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Wed 2 Sept, 7 Oct, 4 Nov and 2 Dec 7pm - 9pm £4.50 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 Me Before You by Jojo Moyes and Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

Acoustic Guitar Led by Richard Lee Wed 23 Sept - 21 Oct and 4 Nov - 2 Dec Absolute Beginners 8pm - 9pm

Crochet Club

Led by Kathryn Cininas Wed 16 Sept, 21 Oct, 18 Nov and 16 Dec 7pm - 9pm £10 per session Practice a new crochet technique each month. Starting with the basics and progressing through a variety of techniques including 3D crochet, flowers and working in the round. Advice on existing projects also given. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Thur 24 Sept - 22 Oct and 5 Nov - 3 Dec Beginners 7pm - 8pm Intermediate 8.15pm - 9.15pm £32 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. If you are a novice guitarist who can strum and string chords together - take the next step learning some classic songs, interesting chords, light music theory and the 12 bar blues.

Friday Night Flamenco

Led by Leticia Iglesias Fri 11 Sept - 23 Oct and 6 Nov - 11 Dec (exc 25 Sept) 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

Body Control Pilates

Led by Gillian Burn Tues 8 Sept - 20 Oct and 3 Nov - 15 Dec 1.30pm - 2.30pm Beginners £56 for 7 week course £98 for 14 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.

Introduction to Drawing

Ink Marks

Led by Jo Hall Tues 22 Sept - 20 Oct 10am - 1pm | £82 for 5 week course or £18 per class

Led by Jo Hall Tues 10 Nov - 8 Dec 10am - 1pm | £82 for 5 week course or £18 per class

A fun and intensive course for beginners and those excited by working in line and tone. Learn how to depict forms, create a variety of marks from smudges to fine lines, light and shadows, patterns and textures. Explore these techniques using charcoal, graphite and pencils.

Experiment in drawing with a range of inks and drawing tools - from metal dip pens to twigs and bamboo. In addition, learn transferred line and monotype printing techniques to produce unique artworks. Suitable for all levels of experience

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Wednesdays

Fridays

Saturdays

Yoga

Led by Julie Potter Fri 18 Sept - 23 Oct and 6 Nov - 11 Dec 9.30am – 10.45am £42 per 6 week course

Make Silver Jewellery

Led by Janet Richardson Wed 23 Sept - 21 Oct and 4 Nov - 2 Dec 10am - 12pm or 12.15pm - 2.15pm £84 per 5 week course Beginners work on projects which introduce classic techniques in metalworking and will end with a set of jewellery. Learn skills including cutting, soldering, filing, polishing and texturing. Experienced students are shown new techniques and guided on how to move forward with their own designs and projects. Suitable for all levels of experience. £28 materials fee (approx) to tutor (for first 5 weeks).

Learn breathing techniques to improve general wellbeing and aid relaxation. Practise traditional yoga postures and enjoy short guided relaxation sessions. Julie has been practising yoga since 1993 and qualified as a British Wheel teacher in 2004. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Align and Flow Yoga

Led by Deborah Le Vene-Page Sat 19 Sept - 12 Dec (exc 17 Oct and 21 Nov) 10am - 11.15am £8 per class

Led by Janet Richardson Fri 25 Sept - 23 Oct and 6 Nov - 4 Dec 10am - 12pm or 12.15pm - 2.15pm £84 per 5 week course

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.

Another chance to take this popular class. See Wednesday class for course content.

Sundays

Make Silver Jewellery

Thursdays

Experimental Textiles

Led by Amanda Schenk and Maggie Kluba Thur 5 - 26 Nov 10am - 1pm £68 for 4 weeks

Led by Annet Bowler Sun 13 Sept - 20 Dec (exc 20 Sept and 8 Nov) 11am - 12pm £6 per class

Experiment with different methods and learn to interpret mark making; developing skills to create pieces rich in surface texture. During the course, produce several stitch studies or a finished textile artwork. £15 materials fee to tutor.

Party yourself into shape with the Zumba® programme. An exhilarating, effective, easy-tofollow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party™. Dance to various Latin rhythms including salsa, reggeaton, merengue, cumbia, bellydance and more.

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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. A basic knowledge of acrylics is desired, unless otherwise stated.

Introduction to Acrylics

In the Style of Oil Masters

Acrylics, Oil Pastels and Resists

Fri 25 Sept Get started and learn the basics of this exciting medium. Use acrylic paints in a variety of ways, exploring its many properties. No previous experience required. £2.50 materials fee to tutor.

Fri 9 Oct Explore and be inspired by the contrasting styles of Cézanne and Peale, to create still life studies using impasto, glazing and blending techniques.

Fri 4 Dec Experiment in combining oil and water-based media. Learn the Sgraffito technique of layering and underpainting and have fun with the possibilities! No experience required.

Surface and Texture

Urban Street Scenes

Fri 2 Oct Learn how to capture the character of different surfaces in a still life study using acrylic paints. Explore how to portray glass, shiny surfaces and various textures.

Fri 16 Oct Capture the ‘hustle and bustle’ of people and places on canvas! Explore how to evoke the atmosphere of a busy scene, whilst simplifying various elements.

Light, Reflection and Movement in Water

Introduction to Mindfulness

Led by Jane Barker Sat 5 Sept | 10am - 4pm | £48

Fri 11 Dec Explore techniques to depict the many dimensions of water. Experiment using a range of both opaque and transparent techniques.

Portrait Drawing

Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 26 Sept | 10am - 3pm | £34

Step out of the ‘doing mode’ and explore just ‘being’ for a few hours in this introductory course with a fully qualified teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.

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.

Photography and Mindfulness

Make Silver Jewellery – Stone Setting

Capture the moment through photography and explore why you notice one unique moment over others. Learn how to be in the present moment and see the world through fresh eyes - even when without a camera in hand!

Create a unique silver pendant or ring with a rub over or band set cabochon stone. Open to both beginners and those with experience. Students are welcome to work on independent projects if preferred. £15 materials fee (approx) to tutor.

Led by Melanie Gow Sat 19 Sept | 1pm - 5pm | £25

Led by Janet Richardson Sat 3 Oct | 10am - 3pm | £48

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Life Drawing

Create a Set of Lanterns

Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 10 Oct 10am - 3pm | £34 Sat 14 Nov 2pm- 5pm | £25 Explore the complexities of the human form by working from a professional life model. Learn traditional charcoal drawing methods as well as new, experimental techniques. Half day sessions comprise of a variety of short and long poses whereas full day sessions also include a prolonged pose to allow for sustained work on one piece.

Experimental Textiles – Fabric Dyeing

Led by Amanda Schenk and Maggie Kluba Sat 17 Oct 10am - 2pm | £28

Led by Natalie Griffin-Smith Sat 28 Nov 10am - 12.30pm | £25

Drawing to Print - Lithography and Mono Print Led by Karen Carter Fri 6 Nov 10.30am - 3.30pm | £40

Explore drawing and its transformation through printing. Learn the techniques of line mono print and polyester-plate lithography, which are easy to recreate at home. Suitable for all levels of experience. £5 materials fee to tutor.

Exploring Colour Soft Pastel

Make a set of three lanterns - a unique and stylish addition to your home or the perfect gift! Use your favourite fabrics or choose from a selection provided. Learn how to create lanterns and achieve professional-looking results. Lanterns use battery operated tealights to give the effect of a flame - delivering beautiful and safe mood lighting for all occasions! £6 materials fee to tutor.

Machine Embroidery Festive Cards

Led by Amanda Schenk and Maggie Kluba Sat 5 Dec 10am - 2pm | £28 Create unique Christmas cards with machine embroidery techniques! Discover the techniques and fun of drawing with your sewing machine to make beautiful and personal designs for your friends and family! Suitable for all levels of experience. Please bring a sewing machine. £5 materials fee to tutor.

Create stunning fabrics and threads using dip dyeing techniques for craft and art projects. Learn some easy techniques using Dylon dyes, explore colour combinations plus wrapping and tying techniques. Suitable for all levels of experience. £10 materials fee to tutor.

Led by Jo Hall Sat 7 Nov 10am - 3pm | £38

Creative Drawing Mixed Media

Photography Book Workshop

Led by Karen Carter Fri 23 Oct 10.30am - 3.30pm | £38

Led by Rod Bird Sat 14 Nov 10am - 4pm | £40

Led by The Chocolate Factory Sat 12 Dec 2.30pm - 3.30pm | £15

Learn and experiment with dynamic mark-making techniques - applying wet and dry media to a variety of surfaces. Combine charcoal, graphite, inks and resists to create unique artworks! Suitable for all levels of experience. £3 materials fee to tutor.

Learn how to design a unique and personal photography book in this comprehensive and practical workshop. The perfect way to display your latest landscape photography or rejuvenate pictures hidden away in your family albums - creating the ideal gift.

Join our experienced chocolatiers and discover the delights of working with only the best Belgian Chocolate. Make a unique chocolate bar creation and learn how to finish and roll delicious chocolate truffles. Package your treats to make the perfect gift!

A springboard to achieving a wider range of colours from your pastel box, through exploring a range of techniques! Learn how to overlay, blend and use broken colour to achieve lively and rich hues.

Box Office // 01628 788997

Chocolate Workshop

Regular Classes

For children and young people

Pre School classes Photo credit Luminous Photography

Teddies Music Club Wednesdays 10am - 11am | £5 per session 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 per session £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. School Year

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Youth Theatre

Norden Lights led by Troublemaker Theatre Company Your chance to be on stage and in the spotlight! Join the only youth theatre group in Maidenhead led by a professional theatre company, in a professional theatre venue. Work on shows (scripted or devised) performed in our Studio or Courtyard theatre, with professional lighting, sound and staging from Norden Farm’s technical crew. Learn performance skills from stage combat to acting for camera and physical theatre to accents, while working with scripts from Shakespeare to Ayckbourn or devised by you! Terms are 10 weeks long, suitable for all abilities and end with a sharing or performance.

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Tuesdays Photo credits: Luminous Photography

Youth Dance

Norden Exposure led by Becky Hinton (from Tues 15 Sept) 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 15 Sept) 4.30pm - 5.30pm | £67 per term An energetic modern Indian dance style. The classes are a fusion of Indian and western styles with Latino and Arabic influences. Each term is 10 weeks long. Suitable for all abilities.

Wednesdays

After School Arts Club Led by Caroline Crawford Wednesdays | 4pm - 5.15pm | £30 per 3 week course Wed 9 - 23 Sept, Wed 4 - 18 Nov and Wed 25 Nov - 9 Dec Children learn and develop a range of artistic skills in this fun yet structured art club. Explore a variety of techniques and styles through projects from Surrealist Art to Mixed Media and Festive Craft! Taught by an experienced teacher and artist. Suitable for ages 8 - 13 years.

Thursdays

Arts Awards Trinity Arts Award supports children and young people to enjoy and explore the Arts from first discovery to developing creative and leadership skills to achieve a national qualification. We run two courses - Junior Arts Awards is for children in School Year 3-6 and Arts Award is for young people in School Year 7-13. Terms are 10 weeks and awards can be achieved over one or more terms.

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Thursdays

Junior Arts Awards Led by Julie Loison

Arts Awards

Led by Julie Loison

(from Thur 17 Sept)

School Year 3 - 6 3.40pm - 4.40pm | £80 per term

School Year 7 - 13 5.15pm - 6.45pm | £80 per term

Using Norden Farm activities as inspiration, children will Discover and Explore their interest and participation in the arts. Whether it’s writing a poem, drawing a picture at home, or a workshop with a professional practitioner, learn how to make a record of your activity and find inspiration for further exploration!

A chance to enhance your knowledge of the arts. Following your interest from music to drawing, drama to writing, participate and develop your investigation and record keeping skills through Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards. Workshops and live events will form part of the experience, topped off by the opportunity to take part in Holiday Leadership at Norden Farm as part of your Award.

Fridays

Saturdays

Digi Den

Kathak Dance

School Year 7 - 13 4.30pm - 6pm | £80 per 10 week term

Intermediate 10.30am - 11.30am | £73 per term Beginners 11.30am - 12pm | £37 per term

Led by DJ Mhlanga (from Fri 18 Sept)

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. The final project will be showcased on our main stage. Each term is 10 weeks long. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Led by Devika Shangari and Ambika Dhir (from Sat 12 Sept)

Experience the dance style from Northern India known for intricate footwork and fast pirouettes. Incorporates bells around ankles and chance to perform in traditional costumes with jewellery.

One-off Classes and Workshops For children and young people

Experimental Ink Art Led by Erica Sharp Sat 14 Nov | 1pm - 3pm | £20

Explore a range of painting effects with inks in this fun workshop! Learn techniques and styles such as Chinese ink paintings, using masking fluid and mixed media effects to create exciting artworks! Suitable for ages 9-13 years.

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

The Carnival of the Animals Led by Same Sky

Education and Community Outreach - Farm Out

Lantern Making Workshops £3 per person Norden Farm Sun 22 and 29 Nov, Sun 6 Dec 11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm Maidenhead Town Centre Sat 22 and 28 Nov, Sat 5 Dec 10am - 3pm (drop in) Last chance workshop Maidenhead Town Centre Sat 12 Dec 11am - 2pm (drop in)

Get ready to join the parade! Weave and decorate willow to create lanterns inspired by the animal world. Lanterns created at these family workshops will by illuminated at Norden Farm’s annual Lantern Parade on Saturday 12 December. Suitable for all ages and all the family.

Lantern Parade Sat 12 Dec | Outside Maidenhead Town Hall | Free event!

Norden Farm’s Education and Community Outreach programme is led by our Education Officer, 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 Youth Arts Festival at Easter. For a copy of our educational brochure for primary schools or for more information about our special projects, please get in touch. Email robyn.bunyan@nordenfarm.org Tel / 01628 682563

Family Chocolate Workshop Led by The Chocolate Factory Sat 12 Dec | 1pm - 2pm | £15 per person

Have fun creating your very own chocolate bar and lollipop with only the best Belgian chocolate! Learn how to mould the chocolate and then decorate your bar and lollipop to make them unique. Package your treats to make the perfect gift!

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We have been recognised as an Arts Award Good Practice Centre - one of only 18 across the UK. The Arts Award programme develops creativity, leadership and communication skills through all type of art forms. For more information, contact Robyn Bunyan.

Gallery Entry is free Opening hours: Tues - Sat 5pm - 10.30pm Sun 10.30am - 10pm (unless otherwise stated)

Maidenhead Painting Club Tues 27 Oct - Sun 15 Nov

Schools’ Programme Exhibition

The exhibition and sale showcases members’ works covering a wide range of styles, sizes, media and price. Professional and experienced amateur artists produce pictures of the highest quality. This exhibition is always a very rewarding event.

Thur 17 Sept - Sun 4 Oct Winning pieces from the Windsor Festival’s 2015 creative competition for secondary school students. It is a wide variety of creative work, including paintings, photography, textiles and sculpture.

Ice, Sea and City Tues 17 - Sun 29 Nov Tom Lennie’s photographic exhibition explores the natural beauty of ice and sea, mainly in Antarctica. Marine wildlife is also included. The grandeur of nature is perfectly complemented by images of some of the manmade beauty to be found in our cities.

Paint and Clay Tues 13 Oct - Sun 25 Oct Tues - Wed 3pm - 10pm Thur - Fri 2pm - 10pm Sat - Sun 10am - 10pm

One Snowy Night Competition

An exhibition of paint and mixed media landscapes, cityscapes and portraiture by Sharon Bennett, Ken Organ and Julie Winter. Also quirky, decorative and functional stoneware ceramics by Jo Bosley and Lyn Harrison.

An exhibition of entries from our art competition for local children, inspired by our Christmas show. See page 03 for details of how to enter.

Tues 8 Dec - Fri 1 Jan

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Event Cinema this Autumn. Tickets £15

NT Live: The Beaux’ Stratagem

Aida on Sydney Harbour

An encore screening from the National Theatre of George Farquhar’s wild comedy of love and cash. Two charming, dissolute young men have blown their fortunes in giddy London and set out to marry for money.

Encore screening. Handa Opera perform Verdi’s masterpiece to the backdrop of Sydney Opera House. The intimate affairs of the heart are pitted against the grandeur of the universe.

NT Live: Coriolanus (encore)

Roger Waters The Wall

ROH Live: Le nozze di Figaro

The 2013 broadcast of the Donmar Warehouse’s production returns to cinemas. Shakespeare’s searing tragedy of political manipulation and revenge, features an award winning performance from Tom Hiddleston.

The groundbreaking Pink Floyd concept album is brought to life by Roger Waters, co-founder and songwriter for the iconic band. This state-of-the-art show dazzles the senses and combines with Roger’s intensely personal road trip.

An encore screening from the Royal Opera House. Based on a play that was originally banned for its political content. The fastmoving libretto creates realistic characters made even more human by Mozart’s outstanding music.

Wed 9 Sept 2pm // 180 mins

Wed 30 Sept 2pm // 180 mins

Tues 15 Sept 7pm // 145 mins

Wed 30 Sept 8pm // 133 mins

ROH Live: Romeo and Juliet Tues 22 Sept 7.15pm Sun 27 Sept 2pm // 180 mins

Live screening (Tuesday, encore Sunday) from the Royal Opera House. Kenneth MacMillan’s famous version of Shakespeare’s romantic tragedy is set to Prokofiev’s magnificent score.

Wed 7 Oct 2pm // 205 mins

NT Live: Hamlet

Fri 16 Oct 2pm Tues 20 Oct 2pm // 240 mins An encore screening from the Barbican. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy.

Box Office // 01628 788997

RSC Live: Henry V Wed 21 Oct 7pm Tues 27 Oct 4pm // 210 mins

Live screening from the Royal Shakespeare Company (Wednesday, encore Tuesday). Henry IV is dead and Hal is King. With England in a state of unrest, he must strive to gain the respect of his nobility and people.

NT Live: Of Mice and Men

Tues 24 Nov 8pm Wed 25 Nov 4pm // 140 mins An encore screening from Broadway. This landmark revival of John Steinbeck’s play is a powerful portrait of the American spirit and a testament to the bonds of friendship.

ROH Live: Carmen / Viscera / Afternoon of a Faun / Tchaikovsky pas de deux Sun 15 Nov 2pm // Run time tbc

An encore screening of four short ballets from The Royal Ballet. Carlos Acosta choreographs and stars in Carmen, while Viscera showcases similarly audacious choreography. Debussy’s evocative score inspires Afternoon of a Faun and a fragment of Swan Lake music is used in Tchaikovsky pas de deux.

NT Live: Jane Eyre Tues 8 Dec 7pm // 210 mins A live screening from the National Theatre. Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever. This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfilment on her own terms.

ROH: Cavalleria Rusticana / Pagliacci Thur 10 Dec 7.15pm // 180 mins A live screening from the Royal Opera House. These two short Italian operas are each regarded as the composers’ masterpiece. They are brought together in a new staging by award-winning director Damiano Michieletto.

ROH: The Nutcracker Wed 16 Dec 7.15pm, Sun 20 Dec 4pm // 135 mins A live screening from the Royal Opera House (Wednesday, encore Sunday). Christmas simply wouldn’t be Christmas without The Royal Ballet’s classic production of The Nutcracker, set to Tchaikovsky’s score.

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

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 7.08am and 7.21pm (Route 5).

The Board of Trustees

Patrons and Gold Members

Ruth Beckinsale Iain Donaldson Susan Flinders Norma Herdson Clifford Joseph Martin Kaye

Petra Ali Mr & Mrs M Ashworth Mr Keith Bell Mrs ME Bisset 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 Mr J Hayden Frankie Holness Mr DJ Horne Mr Peter Ison Mr Martin Kempton Dr C Lennie

Bob Miles Asmat Nisa John Seymour Tony Stock Margaretha Welsford

Betty Lambourne (Board Minutes Secretary)

Supporters The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Spoore, Merry and Rixman Foundation Arts Council England: Grants for the Arts The Louis Baylis Charitable Trust The Prince Philip Trust Our Community Enterprise artswork Heathrow Community Foundation Greenredeem Colin Rayner at Berkyn Manor Farm Hale & Company LLP

Jan and Mike Moss Mr DC Miles Griffiths Robert Miles Mr Derek Minter Mrs H Petter Mrs Victoria Plotkin Mr JC Powell AR Redgrave Miss D Rewell Mr Paul Rutherford Mr & Mrs R and DM Sambrook Mr & Mrs Ralph Sheldon Mary and Tony Stock Mrs Isabel Waida Lisa Walden Mr Michael Weston-Davies Mr H Wale Mrs Irene Wilson

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

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

There are 4 ways you can support Norden Farm:

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

Silver Member

£120 Per year

Add to your member’s rights: a newsletter, early brochure, priority booking period and free ticket exchange

Bronze Member

£35 Per year

Attend and vote at the AGM, nominate and elect trustees

The new membership schemes launched on 1 January 2014. Members of existing schemes will continue to receive their existing benefits until their current membership expires.

Member

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