Norden Farm Summer Brochure 2018 by Marketing

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

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

May - Aug 2018

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Dear Friends Welcome to Summer 2018 at The Farm. Your Summer starts right here as the world (or at least some great international artists) comes to The Farm. Global acts this season include performers from Canada (West My Friend), Italy (Andrea Valeri), Nashville, USA (Bentley Caldwell) and Australia (Hat Fitz and Cara). We’ve lots on the menu for comedy fans. Identify the new kids on the block in our Edinburgh Festival preview shows featuring acts such as Flo & Joan, Ahir Shah and Sophie Willan or enjoy more established acts including Alistair McGowan and Helen Lederer. Looking for something completely different? The War of the Worlds should fit the bill. A ‘faithful’ adaptation recreating deadly heat rays, squidgy tentacled Martians and interplanetary warfare on an epic scale. I’m especially excited about new drama Woke, by Apphia Campbell, a civil rights exploration featuring a live soundtrack of gospel and blues. She was last here with the sell out show Black is the Colour of my Voice. The ever-popular Maidenhead Beach is back this summer and as always completely free to play and kick back on. This year we’re taking inspiration from heavenly Goa. They’ll also be a relaxed beach hut space in the Gallery for a gentler summer experience. If you‘d like to help us put it together do get in touch! Looking forward to seeing you here soon.

Jane Corry Chief Executive and Artistic Director jane.corry@nordenfarm.org / www.facebook.com/jane.nordenfarm

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Box Office // 01628 788997 Cover photo Hat Fitz and Cara (see page 22 for details)

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11.30am - 3pm 11.30am - 3pm 5.30pm - 7.45pm 12pm - 2.30pm 5.30pm - 7.30pm

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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 arthouse, 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 Isle of Dogs, Peter Rabbit, On Chesil Beach and Solo: A Star Wars Story. 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 RSC.

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 - 30 Live Events 08 Children’s Parties 09 - 10 Half Term at the Farm 14 Sponsor a Seat 21 Corporate Membership 23 - 24 Live Events Quick Guide 25 - 26 Summer Holidays at the Farm 31 Classes Quick Guide 32 - 37 Classes and activities for adults 38 - 41 Classes and activities for children and young people 42 Gallery 43 - 44 Event Cinema 45 How to Book 46 How to Find Us 47 Venue Hire and Celebrations 47 Membership Photo credit Luminous Photography

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Credit: Ilaria Petrucci Photography

Photo credit Terry Payman

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£14 West My Friend Tues 1 May 8pm Grassroots folk music from the West coast of Canada. West My Friend has an acoustic blend of instruments and three-part harmonies that challenges the conventions of popular music. The band features pure and thrillingly elastic vocals with catchy arrangements of guitar, mandolin and accordion that draw from jazz, classical, folk and pop influences. WHY? ‘Canada’s modern folk elite’ Folk Radio UK

Ahir Shah and Lou Sanders Wed 2 May 8pm Ahir Shah’s sharp, intellectual brand of stand-up features a blend of philosophical inquiry, political vigour, and sweet gags. ‘Fiendishly clever and furious’ ★★★★ The Times Lou Sanders has appeared on BBC3’s Russell Howard’s Good News, E4’s Big Brother’s Bit on the Side and Radio 4’s The Unbelievable Truth. ‘Destined for hugeness’ Time Out Studio £10

Studio

The Pantaloons present

The War of the Worlds Thur 3 May 8pm

No one would have believed in the last years of the nineteenth century that this world was being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than man’s. The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons invade the stage in this funny yet faithful adaptation. Musical instruments, puppetry and, um, enthusiasm recreate deadly heat-rays, squidgy tentacled Martians and interplanetary warfare on an epic scale. The chances of success? A million to one. WHY? ‘Part alternative rock band, part thespian. Wholly charming’ The Times Studio £14 (£12 conc)

Avalon Edinburgh Festival Preview

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The Vinyl Frontier with Jeff Lloyd

Voodoo Room London 0 Hull 4 by The Housemartins vs Welcome to the Beautiful South by The Beautiful South Fri 4 May 8pm

Fri 4 May 8pm A high energy show featuring all of your favourite Hendrix and Cream tunes. Voodoo Room deliver an incredible performance in the true spirit of these legendary superstars, with a virtuosity that transcends tribute band status. Members of the band have played with the likes of Steve Winwood, Duran Duran and Ben E King. Enjoy classic tracks including Sunshine of Your Love, Purple Haze, I Feel Free and Hey Joe. WHY? ‘10/10 Superb!’ Classic Blues Mag Courtyard Theatre £15

The (Shaun) Ryder Cup Liverpool vs Manchester Sun 17 Jun 8pm

Janine Johnson’s Confessions of a Soul Diva The 2018 Vinyl Frontier Singles Championship Sat 21 Jul 8pm WHY? Hear music in its finest form on vinyl and on a fabulous hi-fi! Studio £8

Sat 5 May 8pm The soulful songstress performs the songs that have shaped the careers of divas - past and present. Janine is a rising solo artist of the jazz and soul music scene. She works regularly as a session singer and has collaborated with Paloma Faith, The Who, Take That, George Michael and Ray Davies. Accompanied by pianist Emilio Merone. WHY? Expect music from Shirley Bassey, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan and more Studio £15 (£13 Advantage Card)

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Pons Aelius Sun 6 May 7.30pm The sextet’s expansive sound is a unique approach to the traditional music of Britain and beyond. Expect fiery bagpipe jigs, tender mandolin fronted soundscapes and everything in between. The band’s double bass, guitar and bodhrán rhythm section provides a solid yet vibrant foundation for ambitious flute, whistle, bagpipe, mandolin and banjo lines. WHY? ‘Newcastle-based, Scots-infused sextet Pons Aelius have made quite a name for themselves on the live circuit’ RnR Magazine Studio

£14

£12 conc

RM Promotions present

Peter Knight’s Gigspanner Wed 9 May 8pm In the wake of his departure from Steeleye Span, fiddle player and vocalist Peter Knight turns his full attention to Gigspanner. They are one of the most genuinely ground-breaking forces on the British folk scene. The trio take self-penned material along with music rooted in the British Isles and with the flick of a bow, a finely chosen chord or slip of a beat, produce richly atmospheric arrangements. WHY? ‘Gigspanner are reshaping tradition in fascinating ways’ fRoots Magazine Studio £17

Maidenhead Drama Festival

All England Theatre Festival Local Division and Area Final

Avalon Edinburgh Festival Preview

Wed 9 - Sat 12 May 7.30pm Sun 13 May 2pm and 7pm A festival of one-act plays from local youth and adult groups, with comments from a professional adjudicator and trophies to be won. The winning group on Saturday will compete in the Area Final on Sunday.

Flo & Joan and Glenn Moore

WHY? Join us for the whole week and see if you agree with the final choices! Courtyard Theatre Wed – Sat £10 (£9 conc), Season ticket (Wed - Sat) £30. Sun £12 (one session), £20 (both). Buffet Supper between sessions £12 (must be booked in advance)

‘Intricately crafted, flawlessly performed numbers’ ★★★★ The Telegraph Glenn Moore has been seen on BBC2’s Mock the Week and heard on Absolute Radio’s The Christian O’Connell Breakfast Show and BBC Radio 4.

COMMUNITY HIRE

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Thur 10 May 8pm Musical comedy sisters Flo & Joan present an hour of dark, witty songs. Their viral hit song The 2016 Song received over 50 million views.

‘Relentlessly silly and gag-laden’ ★★★★ The List Studio £10

AGE

4-7 YEARS Jarlath Regan - Organ Freeman

Sunday Stories

Fri 11 May 8pm A selfish man is forced to reassess his entire life when his best friend needs a kidney. A stand up about life and death, give and take, Ant and Dec, youth and young manhood, getting it wrong while getting it right and never worrying about anything ever again. Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe where Jarlath was named in The Independent’s Top 20 Jokes Of The Fringe.

Sun 13 May, 17 Jun and 8 Jul 11am Interactive storytelling in the magical story den. 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 The Story Den £3 per person

WHY? ‘Side-splitting stuff’ ★★★★ Metro Studio £12

Craig Campbell Easy Tiger

£14

Sat 12 May 8pm Canada’s furriest friend disgorges all your favourite spittle impregnated cultural furballs onto your favourite comfy tea-sipping slippers. Such as why the hell do your coffee shops close at 6pm!!!?? You don’t even like coffee!? This isn’t your call to make!! A raucous evening of post-scratchin’ and kickin’ litter aboot the hoose while Campbell tickles chins. WHY? ‘A fantastic yarn weaver, with charming tales of his travels and hugely funny observations’ Time Out Studio

Avalon Edinburgh Festival Preview

Tania Edwards and Pierre Novellie Thur 17 May 8pm Tania Edwards’ credits include Channel 4’s Stand Up For The Week, BBC2’s Mock the Week and BBC Radio 4’s The Unbelievable Truth (Radio 4). ‘Sublime... brilliant’ Chortle Pierre Novellie is a regular correspondent in BBC2’s The Mash Report hosted by Nish Kumar. ‘A genuinely hilarious comedian’ ★★★★★ Three Weeks Studio £10

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

Andrea Valeri

The Alter Eagles Fri 18 May 8pm Fans of the Eagles are in for a real treat. Over two hours of hits from one of the world’s favourite bands. With a setlist including Hotel California, Desperado, Take it Easy, Life in the Fast Lane, One of These Nights, Lyin’ Eyes and more. There’s also solo numbers from the likes of Joe Walsh and Don Henley.

Sun 20 May 7.30pm The Italian acoustic guitarist is known for his thumbstyle, fingerstyle and flatpicking techniques. He is an ambassador of acoustic music and is already a veteran of many of the biggest stages around the globe. Andrea has collaborated and shared the stage with many of the most important artists of the guitar and music world. 4.30pm - 6pm: Join Andrea for a guitar masterclass - just £12 when purchased with a ticket for the evening. WHY? Andrea is a YouTube sensation with videos of over 100,000 views Studio £14

WHY? Sweet country harmonies, rocking twin electric guitars, powerful ballads and down and dirty Californian rock Courtyard Theatre £17

RM Promotions present

The Jigantics

£14

Fri 18 May 8pm The five piece band perform country - referencing folk, Cajun, zydeco and blues as their major influences. Between them, they play squeezeboxes, mandolin, harmonica, mandocello, guitars, ukulele, flute, and drums. They are multi instrumentalists who frequently swop instruments on stage throughout their set and share lead vocals, as well as four part harmonies.

Chris While and Julie Matthews Tues 22 May 8pm The duo’s musical partnership began when they were members and writers in legendary folk-rock group The Albion Band and are now a key part of St Agnes Fountain. Both are superb singers and multi-instrumentalists, Julie plays guitar, piano, ukulele, bouzouki, mandolin, harmonica and accordion. Chris plays guitar, bodhran, banjo, dulcimer and percussion.

WHY? ‘A roots driven country band who were a high class, highlight act’ The Telegraph

WHY? Winners in the Best Duo category at the 2009 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and ten times nominated since 2001 in the Best Duo, Best Song and Best Live Act categories

Studio

Studio £16.50

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Gilmore and Roberts Wed 23 May 8pm The contemporary folk/acoustic duo combine award-winning songwriting with astounding musicianship. Their trademark harmonies create a powerful wall of sound. Katriona Gilmore (fiddle, mandolin) and Jamie Roberts (guitar) have been nominated three times at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. They have toured with Fairport Convention and won countless accolades for their genre-spanning work.

Avalon Edinburgh Festival Preview

Jack Barry and Adam Hess Thur 24 May 8pm Jack Barry is one half of sketch duo Twins. He has performed at the prestigious Comedy Zone at the Edinburgh Fringe ‘Instantly likeable’ Three Weeks Adam Hess is the star of ITV’s Tonight at the London Palladium and Live from the BBC.

WHY? ‘Hot property’ fRoots

‘Good quality gags per minute’ The Independent

Studio £15

Studio £10

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 little one’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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Half Term at the Farm Everyday Activities (Monday - Saturday) Arts and crafts sessions

Storytelling

10.30am (45 mins) | £5 per child Age Guidance: 4 - 8 years

1.30pm and 3.30pm (20 min) | £2 per person Age Guidance: 3 - 7 years

AGE

3+ YEARS

5+ YEARS MONSTRO Theatre presents

Circus Trick Tease presents

Children are Stinky Mon 28 May 11.30am and 2pm Set in the 90s (with all your parents’ favourite tracks) this is a show full of circus and hilarity. Children are Stinky is packed with lightening fast hula hooping, dare devil balances, astounding strength and incredible acrobatics. It will leave children and adults with their jaws on the floor. WHY? ★★★★★ Fringe Review | ★★★★★ Families UK | ★★★★★ Ed Festivals for Kids | ★★★★ The List Courtyard Theatre

Book Story Tues 29 May 11.30am and 2pm A story, about some books. In a library. These are no ordinary books and this is no ordinary library. It’s Brian’s library: a wonderful, magical place where the books like to flutter their pages and let their shelves go… One day Brian changes and the library goes...quiet. What’s going on? The books had better stiffen their spines: to get to the bottom of this mystery. WHY? A celebration of books, reading and libraries Studio

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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tutti frutti presents

Keepy Uppy Wed 30 May 11.30am and 2pm Joey is a footy fanatic like his mum. It’s cup final day and a chance for Joey to score a winning goal. A play for the World Cup, for football fans, non-football fans, children and families. With popping rhymes, footie moves, flicks, sidesteps and toe tapping live music. WHY? ‘One of the most inspired ensembles specialising in work for very young children’ The Guardian

Concertini with Rob Castell AGE

YEARS

Courtyard Theatre

ALL AGES

Fri 1 Jun 11.30am and 2pm The local musician brings an entertaining mixture of original songs, musical theatre tunes and family favourites. Little people can dance, sing and move around, whilst grown-ups and big kids can enjoy listening to live music in a relaxed and friendly environment. WHY? Rob is the resident songwriter for CBBC’s BAFTA nominated Officially Amazing Studio

AGE

4+ YEARS Adesola Akinleye and Dancing Strong present

AGE

Filament Theatre presents

6+ YEARS

Found

Rufus Longbottom and the Space Rabbit

Thur 31 May 11.30am and 2pm

Sat 2 Jun 11.30am and 2pm

Two dancers enter a magical world where connections become visible. Sound waves ripple through bodies and children are invited to play. An engaging, exploratory dance performance, with an invitation to play and participate. What connects us to each other and what surrounds us?

Space Rabbit is sent hurtling towards Earth. She lands outside a care home. Inside is Rufus Longbottom. He is an elderly gentleman itching for one last adventure. Guided by her magical powers, the unlikely pair go on a journey to the ends of the earth in search of a place to call home.

WHY? Interactive dance and live music for inquiring minds

WHY? Songs, music, sound effects created by Mi-Mu gloves and a bit of magic enchants audiences

Studio

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Jazz at the Farm presents

Spring into Summer with Stan Sulzmann (sax) Fri 25 May 8pm One of Europe and the UK’s leading jazz artists. Stan Sulzmann has a rich and varied career that has included playing with musicians as diverse as Kenny Wheeler, Larry Grenadier and Gwilym Simcock. Supported by his personal choice of rhythm sections - The Pendulum Trio: Clark Tracey (drums), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Alex Hutton (piano). WHY? ‘It simply doesn’t get any better than this’ All About Jazz Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)

Bentley Caldwell Fri 1 Jun 8pm The Nashville resident is known for his crisp, soulful music and mysteriously suspenseful voice. His captivating lyrics and honest sound are commanding attention from the folk-soul world. Bentley is influenced by artists such as Ray Charles and Teddy Pendergrass. His sincere tone resonates similarly with the singing style of John Legend or Amos Lee. WHY? Named one of Nashville’s artists to ‘Rule in 2018’ by the Nashville Scene Studio £12 (£10 Advantage Card)

£17 Dark Side of the Wall Hancock and Co Sat 26 May 8pm Celebrating over 60 years of Hancock’s Half Hour. James Hurn performs a one man show including one lost episode. He is a master at recreating the accents and personas of favourites such as Tony Hancock, Sidney James, Hattie Jacques, Bill Kerr and Kenneth Williams.

Sat 2 Jun 8pm A tribute to Pink Floyd. The award winning band celebrate their heroes in well over 2 hours of spectacular live music and visual effects. This amazing 8 piece band perform music from the legendary Pink Floyd’s classic and extensive back catalogue.

WHY? Performed in the style of a radio performance in front of a live audience, bringing to life the classic days of radio comedy

WHY? Featuring tracks such as Comfortably Numb, Money, Wish You Were Here, Shine On You Crazy Diamond and Another Brick In The Wall to name just a few… with unexpected surprises thrown in along the way

Studio £15,

Courtyard Theatre

Supporters £13

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FILM@ NORDEN FARM Enjoy the best of art-house, independent and foreign language films. Ask for a copy of our latest film brochure

INTERVAL DRINKS Order your interval drinks in advance and beat the rush at the bar!

Tunde Jegede Nomad Tour 21st Century Renaissance Man Sun 3 Jun 7.30pm Tunde Jegede bridges African and European musical traditions. He is an internationally renowned kora player, cellist and composer. His soul-stirring music blends the ebb and flow of traditional kora-playing with his own dynamic contemporary compositions. In this solo concert listeners are taken on a journey bringing Tunde’s sound worlds and rich musical legacies to life. WHY? ‘Tunde’s virtuosity glows’ The Guardian Studio £14 (£12 conc)

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Tim Key - Megadate Fri 8 Jun 8pm Studio £16

St John’s Chamber Orchestra Summer Concert Sat 9 Jun 8pm Robert Cheung (piano) Benjamin Aldren (clarinet) Nigel Wilkinson (conductor) Britten Simple Symphony Shostakovich Piano Concerto No.2 Weber Clarinet Concerto no.1 in F minor Mozart Symphony No.38 in D (Prague) The summer orchestral concert features two scintillating concertos, including Shostakovich’s famous showpiece written for his son. WHY? Two young local soloists make welcome returns to Norden Farm Courtyard Theatre £18 (£16.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

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The Willows

Sun 10 Jun 7.30pm Some of the most exciting musicians on the UK folk and roots scene. Their sound is expansive, varied and rich in power. It is a band equally at home with pin-drop intimacy as they are with invigorating foot-stompers. WHY? ‘A breath of fresh air to the folk music community’ Maverick Magazine Studio £14

The Outside Track Thur 14 Jun 8pm The five band members hail from Scotland, Ireland and Cape Breton. They are united by a love of traditional music and a commitment to creating new music on its foundation. WHY? Using fiddle, accordion, harp, guitar, flute, step-dance and vocals they blend boundless energy with unmistakable joie de vivre Studio £14, Supporters £12

James Seabright and Play the Spotlight present

Woke

by Apphia Campbell and Meredith Yarbrough Fri 15 Jun 8pm Two women. 42 years apart. One is Black Panther Assata Shakur; one is a student at the Ferguson riots. Both are faced with the same choice - fight or flee? With a live soundtrack of gospel and blues. From the creator of Black is the Colour of My Voice.

A Celebration of Life

WHY? ‘Inspiring! A fast, exciting and engaging play’ ★★★★★ British Theatre Guide Studio £15 (£13 conc)

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Sat 16 Jun 8pm Heartfelt poetry, words and sketches depicting life in all its wonders. Maidenhead actor Clive Woodward is engaging, emotive and funny. With topics such as growing-up, work, love, marriage, beauty and loss, it will be a celebration of life. WHY? Will make you think, furthermore you’ll be tickled pink... Studio £15 ARTISTIC HIRE

Sponsor a Seat

A wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion, to dedicate in memory of a loved one or to show your support for Norden Farm. For £250 we will engrave your name or dedication on a plaque for one of the Courtyard Theatre seats. Your plaque will remain in place for 10 years. For more information visit our website or contact the Box Office on 01628 788997 or boxoffice@nordenfarm.org

£22

£20 conc

Sun 17 Jun 7.30pm After their sell out show in 2017, the Jersey Guys return to Norden Farm for one night as part of their UK tour. This spectacular hit show features the very best music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. WHY? Featuring West End artists, the Jersey Guys take audiences on a nostalgic journey with classics such as Sherry, Walk Like a Man and Big Girls Don’t Cry Courtyard Theatre ARTISTIC HIRE

Berkshire College of Agriculture

This Is Us

Tues 19 Jun 7.30pm Join BCA as they present their ‘best of’ compilation of a year’s work that includes musical theatre, pop music, sketches and dance including contemporary, tap and jazz. WHY? An evening of music, dance, song and drama showcasing the aspirations of talented young performers Courtyard Theatre £8 COMMUNITY HIRE

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Norden Farm Associate Company Maidenhead Music Society presents

Red Priest

Thur 21 Jun 7.30pm Piers Adams (recorder) Adam Summerhayes (violin) Angela East (cello ) David Wright (harpsichord) The famed baroque ensemble explores the connections - real and imagined - between gypsy musicians and the master composers of the 17th and 18th centuries . WHY? Baroque dynamism and true gypsy mayhem! Courtyard Theatre £20

Jazz at the Farm presents

Jazz on a Summer’s Night with Jeremy Price (trombone) Fri 22 Jun 8pm Jeremy is Director of Jazz Studies at The Birmingham Conservatoire of Music. He is a member of the London Jazz Orchestra and has worked for London. Supported by Simon Marsh (saxes) and a rhythm section headed by Clark Tracey (drums) with Alex Hutton (piano) and Andy Cleyndert (bass). WHY? Jeremy has played for Tony Bennett, Robbie Williams and Jessye Norman Studio £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)

So Comedy Edinburgh Preview

Helen Lederer and Athena Kugblenu Thur 21 Jun 8pm Helen Lederer feels it’s time to spill all, before she forgets. What went on in the Big Brother House? Can she be honest about stand-up comedy? Probably not. ‘Divinely witty’ The Guardian Athena Kugblenu can’t help but notice consistencies between the universe and herself. How can she blame people for choosing Trump when she’s choosing the wrong men? ‘A smart, impassioned comedian’ The Scotsman Studio £10

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The Chandeliers present

Crime Scene Improvisation Sat 23 Jun 8pm An improvised comedy murder mystery. No one knows who the killer is, not even the cast! Crime Scene Improvisation creates a brand new who-dunnit every show to solve an outlandish murder invented by the audience. Someone’s kicked the bucket. But who, what and how? The choice is yours, the problem is theirs. WHY? ‘Spontaneous mastery’ ★★★★ Fringebiscuit Studio £14, Supporters £12

Blue County

£15

Sun 24 Jun 7.30pm Aaron Benward and Scott Reeves both had impressive professional resumés before they brought their voices together. They bring together a natural flair for harmony. Blue County have toured extensively with Keith Urban and been featured artists in People Magazine. WHY? Three Time CMA and ACM Nominated Duo of the Year with six US Billboard Top 40 hits Studio

Thur 28 Jun 8pm Join Five Star Swing for an evening of the famous songs spanning Sinatra’s career. From the Tommy Dorsey band to Hollywood plus Vegas and the Rat Pack to recordings with the Count Basie band. This is a journey through the decades of an unforgettable genre, with the greatest singer of its time! WHY? Five Star Swing’s singers and multiinstrumentalists have appeared at the Leicester Square Theatre, on BBC2’s Military Wives, BBC1’s Children in Need and at Blackpool’s Tower Ballroom Courtyard Theatre £18 (£16 conc)

TripAdvisor

Jonathan Byrd

Thur 28 Jun 8pm Assimilating the sounds of southern traditional music, the North Caroline native writes new songs in an ancient style. He has toured full time for ten years and released 7 albums. Accompanied by his Pickup Cowboy, Johnny Waken. WHY? ‘Little songs that tell big, complex stories’ The Boston Globe Studio £15

‘It’s a great venue for so many things and as a parent I find there are so many lovely things to chose from’ TripAdvisor (Jan 2018) ‘Film, comedy, music and more at a smashing venue that exudes “neighbourly” easiness. Such a variety of things are on offer that rarely a month passes without me stepping through the entry door’ TripAdvisor (Mar 2018)

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Sophie Willan - Branded Fri 29 Jun 8pm The multi award winning break out star is heading out on tour! Sophie has had a lifetime of being branded by others. She tells us why with brutal honesty. A raucous hour like no other from this unapologetic young powerhouse. As seen on Dave’s As Yet Untitled and as heard on BBC Radio 4. WHY? ‘Entertaining and inspiring… perfectly structured with a rare sensitivity and intelligence’ ★★★★ The Times Studio £12 (£10 conc)

A Band Called Malice

The Definitive Tribute to The Jam Fri 29 Jun 8pm Recreating hit after hit of The Jam, one of the most influential and iconic bands in music history. With a wealth of experience, they are committed to giving a performance that is both energetic and authentic. WHY? Expect to hear all the classics such as That’s Entertainment, Going Underground, Town Called Malice and many more Courtyard Theatre £14 ARTISTIC HIRE

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The Studio Session Sat 30 Jun 8pm Part of the Farm’s programme to support emerging musicians. Local acts play three numbers – at least one of which is an original. WHY? If you would like to perform at this Summer’s event, please email: jane.corry@nordenfarm.org Studio £8

£16

£14 conc

Clayson Does Chanson

Sun 1 Jul 7.30pm An enthralling evening dedicated to French ‘chanson’ from Alan Clayson (Clayson and the Argonauts). Exploring and performing songs in French and English by artists including Jacques Brel, Charles Aznavour and Paul Verlaine. Alan connects their impact on contemporary songwriters, from Ray Davies to Jarvis Cocker, with their emphasis on dramatic story telling. Accompanied by Andy Lavery on keyboards. WHY? ‘His delivery and performance style has led to a deserved cult status’ Time Out Studio £14

Maidenhead Drama Guild presents

F Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby

Wed 4 - Sat 7 Jul 7.45pm It was The Jazz Age. The parties bigger... the pace faster. An age of mystery and excess. Where does Gatsby come from? Why does he open his mansion to extravagant parties where even his guests do not know him? It’s a source of rumour and gossip. Who is Gatsby? WHY? ‘A beautifully crafted interpretation of the 1925 novel’ London Free Press Courtyard Theatre COMMUNITY HIRE

£10 RBM Edinburgh preview

Alice Marshall and Edd Hedges Thur 5 Jul 8pm Alice Marshall returns with her weird and wonderful characters. This time they’re transporting you all the way to the fifth dimension. ★★★★ Herald Scotland | ★★★★ Three Weeks ★★★★★ Broadway Baby Edd Hedges brings his unique storytelling. A teenager loses control of his car. A Halloween party takes an unexpected turn. There’s a thunderstorm in a village. ‘A joy to watch’ The Scotsman Studio

‘Great place to go. New seats in cinema. Tasty food. Free parking. Friendly staff’ Google (Feb 2018) ‘Great local venue with a wide range of shows and activities’ ★★★★ TripAdvisor(Mar 18)

Online // www.nordenfarm.org

The Vinyl Frontier presents

Silent Disco 80s vs 90s Fri 6 Jul 8pm Two DJs on two separate channels: Jeff plays the 80s and Dave plays the 90s. Tune in on your wireless headphones to select the one you prefer. Dance like a legend in your own little bubble whilst you’re listening to one tune and your mates are listening to another! WHY? Our first Silent Disco and sure to be popular Studio £12

Eduardo Niebla

£14

Sat 7 Jul 8pm A formidable flamenco jazz guitar virtuoso and master of today’s generation. Eduardo has traversed the worlds of jazz, classical, world and pop music. He has appeared in concert at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Celtic Connections Glasgow, Jaipur Festival India, Tbilisi International Jazz Festival and Glastonbury. He is accompanied by guitarist Daniel Martinez Lopez WHY? ‘Beautiful melodies, great grooves, charming and self-effacing. He cast a deep, engrossing spell over the audience’ London Jazz News Studio

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Summer Ceilidh Sat 14 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 such as Muffin Man’s Jig, Gay Gordons and Cumberland Square 8. Expect familiar tunes including Atholl Highlanders, Rogue’s March and Dashing White Sergeant. WHY? A social evening of dance in our atmospheric 18th century Long Barn Long Barn £15 (£13 conc)

Summer Concert Series 1

Mozart Plus

Thur 19 Jul 8pm George Harliono (piano) Mozart Fantasia in D minor, K.397 Beethoven Sonata in F minor, Op.57 (Appassionata) Chopin Hungarian Rhapsody No.6: Harmonies du soir Liszt 3 Dances from Petrushka

Great British Mysteries: 1599?

Sun 15 Jul 7.30pm Do you like mysteries? Do you like historical inaccuracies? Do you prefer Thomas More to Roger Moore? Mystery hunters Olive and Teddy become embroiled with witches, haunted houses, and the scent of Cardinal Wolsey’s conscience. WHY? More gags than Henry VIII had wives Studio £10

A thrilling programme takes us on a tour through the piano repertoire, beginning with Mozart’s heartfelt Fantasia, and ending with Stravinsky’s dazzling dances from Petrushka. WHY? George Harliono is a rising star in the piano world Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

One Night of Ska Fri 20 Jul 8pm An homage to the music, bands and artists that influenced two generations of teenagers. Taking the best of the original 1960s Jamaican scene as well as the 2 Tone English Revival of the late 1970s. The seven piece band perform songs made famous by Prince Buster, Desmond Dekker, Madness, The Specials, The Selecter, The Maytals and Tony Tribe. WHY? With hits such as The Israelites, One Step Beyond, It Mek, My Girl, Ghost Town, Red Red Wine and more Courtyard Theatre £15 (£13 Advantage Card)

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£15 Montgomery Holloway Music Trust presents Jazz at the Farm presents

Alexandra Ridout (trumpet, flugel) and Sean Payne (saxes) Fri 20 Jul 8pm Brought back by public demand, the fresh, new programmes from two recently-awarded talents on the jazz scene. Both Alexandra and Sean are BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year winners. Supported by an acclaimed rhythm section headed by drummer Clark Tracey with Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Alex Hutton (piano). WHY? If you saw them last time you’ll want to hear them again - and if you didn’t catch them, you definitely shouldn’t miss them again! Studio £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)

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Laurie Holloway in Concert with Students of 2018 Sat 21 Jul 7.30pm Laurie Holloway and his Trio perform with the students of the 2018 Summer School. WHY? The annual concert from the Montgomery Holloway Music Trust Courtyard Theatre ARTISTIC HIRE

Hat Fitz and Cara Tues 24 Jul 8pm The husband and wife’s musical style is a unique combination of folk, roots and gospel blues with old time flavourings reminiscent of a time once forgotten. Hat Fitz is a veteran wild man of the blues scene in Australia. Cara draws on her soul background while also playing drums, washboard, flute and tin whistle. WHY? ‘Soaring soul vocals, visceral blues guitar, unexpected quiet, and sudden changes in feel and tempo’ Rhythms Magazine Studio £14, Supporters £12

Mad About the Movies Fri 27 Jul 8pm The story of The Hollywood Musical as told by award winning singer Robert Habermann. From the first talking picture The Jazz Singer to the musicals of Busby Berkeley, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, MGM and Walt Disney. With hits from movies starring Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Elvis Presley and more. WHY? Expect songs including 42nd Street, Cheek To Cheek, Over The Rainbow, True Love, The Trolley Song and a medley of Oscar winning songs Studio £15

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Purple Zeppelin Sat 28 Jul 8pm The excitement of Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin in one mesmerising show. Whether you were lucky enough to have seen the original bands live or not, Purple Zeppelin will take you back. With the magic, the excitement and the sheer raw energy generated by those incredible musicians. Expect Ritchie Blackmore’s on stage antics, Jimmy Page’s twin neck guitar and a very special violin bow solo! WHY? The two and a half hour show covers more than 30 classic songs Courtyard Theatre £16

‘Love this place great place to see live theatre, take part in activities and just chill out, such friendly staff.... love it! will be bringing more friends and family here more often. Thank you ★★★★★.’ Facebook (January 2018)

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May - Aug 2018

We print a separate film brochure every two months. Let us know if you would like to receive one or check our website for updates.

Quick Guide May Date

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Film - title tbc Film - title tbc ROH Live: Manon Voodoo Room Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Film - title tbc NT Live: Macbeth NT Live: Macbeth An American in Paris - The Musical Film - title tbc The Alter Eagles Film - title tbc An American in Paris - The Musical Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Stan Sulzmann (sax) Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Children are Stinky Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella Keepy Uppy Film - title tbc

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West My Friend Ahir Shah and Lou Sanders The War of the Worlds The Vinyl Frontier Janine Johnson’s Confessions of a Soul Diva Pons Aelius

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Peter Knight’s Gigspanner Flo & Joan and Glenn Moore Jarlath Regan - Organ Freeman Craig Campbell - Easy Tiger Sunday Stories

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Tania Edwards and Pierre Novellie The Jigantics

Andrea Valeri

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Gilmore and Roberts Jack Barry and Adam Hess

Hancock and Co

Book Story

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Film - title tbc 11 Dark Side of the Wall 10 Film - title tbc 12 Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc St John’s Chamber Orchestra Summer Concert Film - title tbc 13 Film - title tbc ROH: Swan Lake Film - title tbc Film - title tbc 13 ROH: Swan Lake 13 ROH: Swan Lake 13 The Jersey Guys - The Night 04 Film - title tbc This Is Us Film - title tbc Red Priest 15 Glyndebourne: Madama Butterfly 15 Film - title tbc 15 Glyndebourne: Madama Butterfly 16 Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Five Star Swing 16 A Band Called Malice 17 Film - title tbc 17

Bentley Caldwell 10 Concertini with Rob Castell Rufus Longbottom and the Space Rabbit Tunde Jegede

The Willows

The Outside Track Woke A Celebration of Life The Vinyl Frontier 06 Sunday Stories

Helen Lederer and Athena Kugblenu Jeremy Price (trombone) Crime Scene Improvisation Blue County

Jonathan Byrd Sophie Willan - Branded The Studio Session

July Date

Sun 01 Mon 02 Tues 03 Wed 04 Thur 05 Fri 06 Sat 07 Sun 08 Mon 09 Tues 10 Wed 11 Thur 12 Fri 13 Sat 14 Sun 15 Mon 16 Tues 17 Wed 18 Thur 19 Fri 20 Sat 21 Sun 22 Mon 23 Tues 24 Wed 25 Thur 26 Fri 27 Sat 28 Sun 29 Mon 30 Tues 31

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Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc The Great Gatsby The Great Gatsby The Great Gatsby The Great Gatsby Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc RSC Live: Romeo and Juliet Summer Concert Series 1 - Mozart Plus One Night of Ska Laurie Holloway in Concert Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Purple Zeppelin Glyndebourne: Saul Film - title tbc Film - title tbc

Clayson Does Chanson

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Alice Marshall and Edd Hedge Silent Disco - 80s vs 90s Eduardo Niebla

Sunday Stories

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Summer Ceilidh (LB) Great British Mysteries: 1599?

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Alexandra Ridout (trumpet, flugel) and Sean Payne (saxes) The Vinyl Frontier

Hat Fitz and Cara

Mad About the Movies

Rock n Roll Concertini

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Fellow Pynins Holder and Smith ArtiSpring Fair (LB)

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Geoff Mason Quintet Studio How Does This Politics Thing Work Then?

Klezmer-ish

Simon Allen (saxes)

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Three Little Pig Tails Three Little Pig Tails

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Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc The Quo Experience Andre Rieu 2018 Maastricht Concert Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Summer Concert Series 2 - Mozart Plus Film - title tbc Alistair McGowan - Introductions to Classical Piano Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Glyndebourne: Vanessa - Live Film - title tbc The Dime Notes Film - title tbc The Bon Jovi Experience Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Summer Concert Series 2 - Mozart Plus Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc Film - title tbc U2 Baby

Summer Holidays at the Farm Everyday Activities (Tuesday - Saturday) 10.30am Arts and Craft session (45 mins) 1.30pm and 3.30pm Storytelling (20 mins)

Tickets

£5 per child £2 per person

£10 (£8 under 16s) Family & Friends (4 people) £32

The Maidenhead Beach at Norden Farm Mon 23 Jul - Sun 2 Sept 10am - 4pm Grand Opening: Tuesday 24 July 10am Our ever popular Beach is back, all summer long - this year inspired by the laid back tropical paradise that is Goa. It’s free to play on every day with beachside tables available for snacks and lunch from our Café Bar. Peel yourself off the beach and get creative with your little ones in our daily Beach Craft sessions. Or relax with them in the beach hut story den for Storytelling. For maximum chill out, explore the indoor sensory space, designed for children with SEND. The Beach has been designed and handmade by Norden Farm with the help of the community.

Summer Holiday Activities The Maidenhead Beach Storytelling Arts and Crafts sessions Young Leadership Programme Digi Den Summer Drop In Summer Circus Week Summer Art Week Summer Theatre Week Dance Intensive

All ages 3+ years 5+ years 14 - 18 years 11 - 18 years 7 - 13 years 8+ years 10-16 years 8+ years

Everyday Mon - Sat Mon - Sat Tues - Fri Fridays

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1.30pm and 3pm 10.30am Times vary 4.30pm - 6pm

Mon 30 Jul - Fri 3 Aug

10am - 4pm

Mon 6 - Fri 10 Aug

10am - 4pm

Mon 13 - Fri 17 Aug

10am - 4pm

Mon 20 - Fri 24 Aug

10am - 4pm

See page 40 for further details

10am - 4pm

ALL AGES

AGE

Garlic Theatre presents

3+ YEARS

Three Little Pig Tails

Rock n Roll Concertini

Tues 28 - Wed 29 Aug 11.30am and 2pm

with Matt Bond and the Poor Boys Good Time Band

Let me in little piggie it’s blowing a gale, not by the hairs on my little pink tail. A brand new version of the classic story set in Paris. A grumpy old wolf is a chef who wants some pigs’ tails for his soup. Will the little pigs outwit him?

Sun 29 Jul 11.30am and 2pm A journey of some of the best loved Rock n Roll themes from the 1950s and beyond. Be inspired by the sounds of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Elvis whilst the kids dance, sing or just chill out on our bean bags.

WHY? A funny, warmhearted and interactive rustic tale bristling with puppets, live music and lots of joining in Studio

WHY? It’s Rock and Roll with a touch of Yee Ha! Studio

Comedy Club 4 Kids and Simple Politics present

How Does This Politics Thing Work Then? Sat 11 Aug 2pm Politics is boring. Politics is complicated. Politics is for adults. Rubbish! Politics is super important and can be really fun too. Tatton and Tiernan help you make sense of it all! You might not be able to vote yet. You do have opinions, though. You know the world you want to see. You know what’s right and what’s wrong. Also, you want to have fun.

ALL AGES Big Band Concertini with the Blakes Heaven Big Band

WHY? A show that keeps you entertained, engaged and informed

Sun 2 Sept 11.30am 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 and funk, TV themes, Latin and rock - all with a unique twist.

Studio

AGE

7+ YEARS

WHY? Be inspired by sizzling saxes, screaming trumpets and soulful trombones whilst your little ones dance sing, wriggle or even sleep! Courtyard Theatre A standing event with some allocated seating

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ArtiSun Fair

Fellow Pynins Thur 2 Aug 8pm An American duo created from years of travelling, farming, childrearing and touring with their 6 piece folk orchestra. Fellow Pynins are storytellers and a contemporary rootsy folk band weaving banjo, guitar, mandolin and bouzouki beneath lilting vocal harmonies. Their repertoire consists of original songs and traditional European ballads collected during their travel. WHY? ‘Will transport you into their haunting and beguiling world of love tales and spine-tingling harmonies’ Lisa Dunn, BBC Studio £14

Sat 4 Aug 11am - 4pm Our popular fairs are now well established in the crafting calendar. This summer event showcases handcrafted wares. The original 18th century barns provide a gorgeous backdrop for browsing stalls from local sellers. WHY? If you would like information on booking a stall, please contact jo.fredrickson@nordenfarm.org Long Barn and Nordens Free entry

Holder and Smith A Tribute to Django and Stephane, The Swing Era Fri 3 Aug 8pm The music of guitar and violin virtuosi Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli played by two of this country’s finest exponents of the style. Expect to be flown back in time to the dance halls of the 1940s. Ben (violin, vocals) and Stuart (gypsy guitar) are both members of Gypsy Fire. WHY? This really was the Swing era, full of irresistible rhythms and all the musical indulgence there was to offer Studio

£13

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The Quo Experience Sat 4 Aug 8pm Not just a tribute band – this is an experience with 50 years of hits. Status Quo are Britian’s biggest singles chart band of all time. Stuart Michaels and Dave Crawte have spent years studying every detail of Francis Rossi and Rick Parfitt’s playing styles and stage performances. WHY? Including hits such as Rockin’ All Over the World, Whatever You Want, Down Down, Living On An Island, In The Army Now, Burning Bridges, What You’re Proposing and more Courtyard Theatre £18.50

Summer Concert Series 2

Mozart Plus

Alistair McGowan -

Thur 9 Aug 8pm Ashley Wass (piano) Mozart Sonata in B flat, K.333 Schumann Scenes from Childhood Elgar Variations on an original theme (Enigma)

Introductions to Classical Piano

A programme including a rare outing for Elgar’s own transcription of his Enigma Variations. WHY? Ashley is a former winner of the London International Piano Competition Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

Geoff Mason Quintet A Tribute to Gerry Mulligan and Bob Brookmeyer

Sat 11 Aug 8pm Alistair plays tracks from his album and other piano pieces: from Gershwin to Grieg, Mompou to Mendelssohn, Satie to Schubert. He’ll talk a little about the history of each piece, the composer and his own connection to the music. WHY? Expect a lot of beautiful music (with the odd mistake!), some interesting stories and a sprinkling of his trademark impressions Courtyard Theatre £15

The Dime Notes

Fri 10 Aug 8pm Mick Foster (baritone and alto sax) and Geoff Mason (trombone) emulate the cool sounds of Mulligan’s sax and Brookmeyer’s valve trombone. They play many tunes associated with the two musicians. The line up is completed by John Horler (keyboard), Trevor Tomkins (drums) and Tim Wells (bass). WHY? ‘Foster’s light textured, bouncy playing emulated the Mulligan sound to a tee’ Coljazz Studio £14

Thur 16 Aug 8pm Clarinet driven 1920s New Orleans jazz combine with the London band’s hard-swinging vintage jazz. Expect a repertoire of hot swinging jazz, stomps, blueses and forgotten gems of the era. This is a fresh take on a timeless style, emphasising propulsive grooves and sultry melodies. WHY? ‘Inspired!’ Sunday Times Courtyard Theatre £15, Supporters £13

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Summer Concert Series 3

The Bon Jovi Experience Sat 18 Aug 8pm The greatest stadium rock band of all time is recreated by the sensational Bon Jovi Experience. They are the only tribute band to have shared the stage with the real McCoy. Lead singer Tony Pearce is the world’s leading lookalike. With all the hits including Living On A Prayer, You Give Love A Bad Name, Keep The Faith and more. WHY? ‘The best tribute I have ever seen’ Jon Bon Jovi Courtyard Theatre £20

Klezmer-ish The Music of Travellers Sun 19 Aug 7.30pm Four classically trained musicians let their hair down, explore a wide range of music from travelling people across the world and fuse it all together into their own unique sound. The line up includes Tom Verity (clarinets, whistles), Rob Shepley (guitar, violin, vocals), Connie Del Vecchio (piano, accordion, violin) and Marcel Becker (double bass). WHY? A musical journey through klezmer, tangos, gypsy jazz, Irish fiddle music, Italian folk music and much more Studio £14

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Mozart Plus

Thur 23 Aug 8pm St John’s Chamber Players Dvorak 2 Romantic Pieces, Op.75 Mozart Horn Quintet in E flat, K.407 Brahms Clarinet Trio in A minor, Op.114 Dvorak Piano Quintet in A Brahms’ dramatic Clarinet Trio was one of his last works. Dvorak’s popular Quintet is one of the most tuneful and radiant works in the chamber repertoire. WHY? An opportunity to hear one of Mozart’s less familiar chamber work Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

Jazz at the Farm presents

The Magic of Summer with Simon Allen (saxes) Fri 24 Aug 8pm A formidable young jazz artist, Simon’s style and humour creates great jazz. With the renowned Pendulum Trio rhythm section: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums). WHY? ‘He knows how to produce a luminous, floating tone on alto sax, has an impressive technique, and constructs his solos with maturity and confidence’ The Independent Studio £15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)

Son Yambu

U2 Baby Fri 31 Aug 8pm For U2Baby the sound is important, the look is important, but ultimately they recreate the feeling of a live U2 gig. The chills, the hairs standing up on the back of the neck. Everything that makes a U2 show so special. With hit after hit from the 1980s to the present day from A Sort of Homecoming to With or With Out You. WHY? ‘The UK’s number one tribute to U2’ The Cavern Club, Liverpool Courtyard Theatre £15

Sun 2 Sept 7.30pm Authentic Cuban son, the intoxicating fusion of Spanish and African rhythms that gave rise to salsa. The band features a new generation of Cuban musicians who are all passionate about maintaining the traditions of the genre, continuing the Buena Vista legacy that put Cuban music back on the map. WHY? Join us for a free salsa workshop before the event, spaces are limited so don’t miss out! Courtyard Theatre £15

Summer Concert Series 4

Mozart Plus

The Big Berkshire Beach Gig

£8

Sat 1 Sept 8pm A showcase for the most exciting local musical talent in our main theatre. The evening wouldn’t be complete without breaks between the acts - so you can soak up the atmosphere on our beach! WHY? If your band would like to perform email jane.corry@nordenfarm.org Courtyard Theatre A standing event with some allocated seating

Thur 13 Sept 8pm St John’s Wind Ensemble Jennifer Coleman (soprano) Nigel Wilkinson (piano) Richard Strauss Serenade in E flat, Op.7 Songs by Mozart and Richard Strauss Mozart Serenade for 13 wind instruments, K.361 The summer recitals series highlighting works by Mozart concludes with the greatest of all works for wind ensemble, his grand Serenade. WHY? Jennifer Coleman provides some delectable songs by both composers Courtyard Theatre £16 (£14.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)

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Quick Guide

A d u l t C l a s s es

Classes & Activities

C h i l d r en s C l a s s es

Regular Classes Monday Monday Morning Yoga pg 33 Tai Chi Chuan pg 33 Pre School Dance Little Wrigglers pg 38 Pre School Splat Messy PLay pg 38

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Acoustic Guitar pg 32

Yoga pg 35

Align and Flow Yoga pg 36

Line Dancing pg 33

Book Club (Monthly) pg 32

Zumba pg 34

Wine Club pg 33

Family Fitsteps pg 36

Zumba pg 36

Creative Arts Social Club pg 34

Paper Craft pg 34

Make Silver Jewellery pg 35

Make Silver Jewellery pg 36

Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 39

Mindfulness pg 32 Maidenhead Community Choir pg 32 Norden Farm Improv Group pg 32 Pilates pg 33

Youth Theatre Acrylics and Norden Lights mixed media pg 35 pg 39

Life Drawing pg 36

Pre School Teddies Music Club pg 38

Pre School Dance Little Wrigglers pg 38

Painting Studies pg 36

Youth Theatre Norden Lights pg 39

Digi Den pg 38

Paper Craft pg 33

Creative Bookbinding pg 34

Jo Hall - Art pg 33/34 Pre School Ballet Classes pg 38 Digi Den II pg 38 Youth Dance pg 38 Bollywood pg 38

One Off Classes and Workshops May

July (contd)

Spring Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop [pg 33] Big Dog Little Dog: Parent and Child Yoga [pg 41]

Tech Taster Day [pg 41] Big Dog Little Dog: Parent and Child Yoga [pg 41]

June

August

Watercolour and Oil Pastel [pg 37] Portrait Drawing [pg 37] Alexander Technique [pg 37] Big Dog Little Dog: Parent and Child Yoga [pg 41]

The Fine Detail [pg 37] Paper Cloth Workshop [pg 37] Digi Den - Summer Drop In [pg 40] Circus Week [pg 40] Theatre Week [pg 40] Art Week [pg 40] Dance Intensive [pg 40] Big Dog Little Dog: Parent and Child Yoga [pg 41]

July Costumed Figure Drawing [pg 37] Circus Week [pg 40]

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Regular Classes For adults

Norden Farm

NIGHT SCHOOL

Mindfulness Led by Jane Barker Tuesdays 7.30pm - 9pm £10 per session Step out of ‘busy, busy, doing, doing’ and drop into just ‘being’. Learn how to focus on the present to help manage thoughts and feelings and to improve mental wellbeing.

Mindfulness Taking care of ourselves to be able to take care of others Tues 15 May

Mindfulness Acceptance, what if there is no need to change? Tues 12 Jun

Mindfulness Feel it to Heal it Tues 10 Jul

Mindfulness Just noticing Tues 14 Aug

From music to mindfulness and wine tasting to line dancing - 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.

Maidenhead Community Choir Led by Tina Reibl Tues 1 May - 17 Jul (exc 29 May and 5 Jun) 7pm - 8.15pm

£80 per 10 week course For all those who enjoy singing a toe-tapping repertoire, from Bach to the Beatles and Gershwin to Gospel. No audition or sight-reading required. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Book Club Wed 2 May, 6 Jun, 4 Jul and 1 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.

Norden Farm Improv Group

Acoustic Guitar

Tues 1 May - 10 Jul (exc 29 May) 8.30pm - 10pm

Wed 6 Jun - 4 Jul and 11 Jul - 8 Aug Absolute Beginners | 7pm - 8pm Beginners | 8.15pm - 9.15pm

Led by Troublemaker Theatre Company

£8 per class or £72 for 10 week course A brand new drama group for adults based on improvisation skills and techniques. Fuel your imagination and liberate your creativity while connecting with new people in these fun weekly sessions that will explore improvisation variously with props, music and topical debate.

Led by Richard Lee

Thur 7 Jun - 5 Jul and 12 Jul - 9 Aug Beginners | 7pm - 8pm Intermediate | 8.15pm - 9.15pm £40 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? These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.

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Line Dancing

Led by Julie Antonsen Sun 6 May - 26 Aug | 6.15pm - 7.45pm £7 per class A mix of dance styles ranging from Waltz and Cha Cha to Irish Dancing style. With a variety of music from Shania Twain and Keith Urban (country) to Rebecca Ferguson and Meghan Trainor (pop) with everything in between. No partner necessary.

Mondays

Monday Morning Yoga

Led by Julie Potter Mon 14 May - 25 Jun (exc 28 May) and Mon 2 Jul - 6 Aug (exc 30 Jul) | 11.30am - 12.45pm £10 per class or £42 per 6 week course Practise gentle spinal movements to relax and rejuvenate the nervous system, basic yogic breathing techniques and guided meditations. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Tai Chi Chuan

Spring Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop

Led by Louise Temple Tues 22 May | 7pm - 8.30pm £30 plus £15 materials fee Learn from a professional florist how to make a hand tied bunch of flowers with a selection of beautiful spring flowers to take home or give to a friend as a gift!

Wine Club

Led by Patricia Miller Mon 14 May - 2 Jul and 9 Jul - 20 Aug (exc 28 May, 25 Jun and 30 Jul) Improvers | 1pm - 2pm | £7 per class Beginners | 2.15pm - 3.15pm £42 per 6 week course Learn the Yang Style of Tai Chi together with Qigong. Both can improve your sense of wellbeing, reduce stress, boost your immune system and strengthen muscles and bones. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Tuesdays

Pilates

Led by Zoe Brennan Tues 22 May - 19 Jun and 26 Jun - 24 Jul 1.30pm - 2.30pm | £50 per 5 week course Relax, unwind and stretch your body. Pilates helps to strengthen and tone muscles, improves posture, balance and flexibility, and helps you have a longer, leaner and stronger body.

Led by The Wine Inspector Fri 25 May, 8 Jun, 6 Jul, 3 Aug 8pm - 9pm | £15 A series of workshops exploring the wonderful world of wine! All you need is your palate and an open mind - no experience necessary! Our resident wine expert uncorks the doors of wine, tasting 3 wines each month.

Evening Paper Craft

Led by Catherine Smith Tues 19 Jun - 3 Jul | 7.30pm - 8.30pm £12 per session or £33 for 3 week course Build up your paper crafting skills and master new techniques. Learn basic stamping, layer stamping, die cutting, embossing and more. Suitable for all levels of experience.

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Watercolour Still Life

Led by Jo Hall Tues 1 May - 12 Jun (exc 29 May) 10am - 1pm | £99 for 6 week course Compose colourful still life paintings of objects with smooth, patterned or textured surfaces and garden flowers. Reference works by contemporary watercolourist Paul Riley and discover ways of arranging still life objects. Please bring own materials.

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Creative Bookbinding

Led by Janina Maher 2pm - 4pm £20 per class plus £5 materials fee per class. Suitable for beginners although some manual dexterity is needed for measuring and cutting.

Japanese Stab Stitch Wed 23 May Make books using traditional and attractive Japanese stab stitch binding techniques.

Rocky Outcrops, Tumbling Water in Charcoal and Pastel Led by Jo Hall Tues 19 Jun - 17 Jul 10am - 1pm | £82.50 for 5 week course

Explore drawing spectacular scenery in charcoal and pastel. Look at the structure of rock formations, how they are weathered and how their appearance may be softened by vegetation. Please bring own materials. Papers available at cost.

Wednesdays

Creative Arts Social Club Led by Amanda Schenk Wed 2 May - 23 May and 6 Jun - 27 Jun and 4 Jul - 18 Jul 10.30am - 12.30pm £48 for 4 week course £36 for 3 week course

A sociable group for people who want to make art, but just aren’t doing it right now! Do you have a box of art materials that you keep meaning to use? Did you used to make art? Are you inspired to create when you go to exhibitions? Professional artist Amanda Schenk leads this creative community. Play with materials and explore your arty side. Why not make a day of it and stay for lunch after?

Concertina Book Wed 20 Jun Make a blank concertina book with a stiff cover and window to insert an embellishment.

Leather Book Wed 18 Jul Make a cute soft backed notebook with leather cover and ribbon closure, using a simple but decorative exposed stitch binding technique.

Thursdays

Zumba

Led by Annet Bowler Thur 3 May - 30 Aug (exc 31 May and 2 Aug) 10am - 11am | £6 per class A fun, friendly and easy to follow dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms.

Paper Craft

Led by Catherine Smith Thur 3 May - 24 May and 14 June - 5 Jul 10.30am - 12pm £12 per session or £45 for 4 week course Build up your paper crafting skills and master new techniques. Learn basic stamping, layer stamping, die cutting, embossing and more. Suitable for all levels of experience.

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Fridays

Acrylics and mixed media Led by Karen Carter Fridays | 10.30am - 3.30pm | £38 per class

Suitable for all levels of experience. See our website for more details.

Trees and Woodlands

Make Silver Jewellery

Led by Janet Richardson Fri 4 May - 8 Jun (exc 1 Jun) and 15 Jun - 13 Jul 10am - 12pm and 12.15pm - 2.15pm £84 per 5 week course Beginners learn techniques including sawing, filing, polishing, ring making, stone setting and soldering. More experienced participants are taken forward with their skills. Suitable for all levels of experience. Materials cost to tutor for 5 weeks £28 (approx).

Fri 18 May | Please bring own materials.

Still Life: An Abstract Approach Fri 25 May | £3 materials fee

Flowers - Big and Bold Fri 15 Jun | Please bring own materials.

Yoga

Led by Julie Potter Fri 8 Jun - 13 Jul and 20 Jul - 31 Aug (exc 3 and 10 Aug) Intermediate | 9.30am - 10.45am Beginners | 11am - 12.15pm £42 per 6 week course £35 per 5 week course (£10 per week drop in price available for 11am beginners’ session) Classes for all ages and levels of experience, although beginners are advised to attend the later class. Practise traditional breathing techniques (pranayamas), general yoga postures (asanas) with some relaxation.

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Loose and Lively Birds Fri 29 Jun | Please bring own materials.

Saturdays

Painting Studies

Family Fitsteps

Led by Caroline Crawford Saturdays 10am - 3pm | £39 per session Suitable for all levels of experience. Watercolour paper available to purchase from tutor. See our website for more details.

Vibrant water and boat study in chalk pastels Sat 26 May

Led by Julie Antonsen Sat 5 May - 18 Aug (exc 19 May, 2 Jun, 14 Jul and 11 Aug) 10.15am - 11am | £5 per person per class A fun dance class for all the family. A Ballroom and Latin Dance based workout created by Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite of Strictly fame. Learn to Jive, Waltz and Cha to music from Dean Martin to Olly Murs. Children aged 13+ years are welcome if accompanied by a paying adult.

Life Drawing

Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 19 May, 23 Jun and 25 Aug 2pm - 5pm | £25 per session 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!

Make Silver Jewellery Workshops Feather watercolour study finished with coloured pencils Sat 30 Jun

Align & Flow Yoga

Led by Deborah Le Vene-Page Sat 5 May - 28 Jul (exc 2 Jun) Sat 4 and 11 Aug (drop in) | 10am - 11.15am £9 per class | £96 per 12 week term Tone, stretch, strengthen, calm and renew with Deborah in this friendly and inspiring dynamic yoga class, with a precise alignment focus and always time at the end for relaxation.

Led by Janet Richardson Sat 12 May, 23 Jun, 7 Jul and 14 Jul 10am - 4pm | £50 per workshop plus materials fee Beginners can create up to three pieces. There are projects to follow if you wish, to help you learn techniques and make beautiful pieces of jewellery. Suitable for all levels of experience. Materials cost to tutor dependent on weight.

Sundays

Zumba

Led by Annet Bowler Sun 6 May – 26 Aug (exc 3 Jun and 5 Aug) 11am - 12pm | £6 per class A fun and friendly, easy to follow class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms.

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One off classes and workshops for adults

Costumed Figure Drawing Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 21 Jul | 10am - 3pm | £34

Draw a figure in costume - in this case a boxer. Shorter action poses in the morning will be followed with longer resting poses in the afternoon.

The Fine Detail Watercolour and Oil Pastel Led by Jo Hall Sat 9 Jun | 10am - 3pm | £38

Use oil pastel as a resist for watercolour. Learn how this mixed media technique can be very useful for laying down areas of pattern and / or texture. Please bring watercolour equipment and paper. Oil pastels for use at the workshop available and paper available at cost.

Led by Jo Hall Sat 11 Aug | 10am - 3pm | £38 Using the simplest of means, draw a feather, leaf or shell in pencil on hot pressed watercolour paper or other smooth paper. Techniques of line, hatching and cross hatching and continuous tone will be explained. Bring a small drawing board, pencils and a craft knife or pencil sharpener. Paper available at cost.

Portrait Drawing

Led by Harriet Brittaine Sat 16 Jun | 10am - 3pm | £34 Learn about the stages of portraiture, drawing with charcoal from a live model. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Alexander Technique

Paper Cloth Workshop

Led by Martin Smith Sun 17 Jun | 2.30pm - 5pm | £35

Led by Janina Maher Sat 18 and Sun 19 Aug 10am - 4pm | £70 for 2 day workshop

A body awareness workshop teaching poise and balance. Can help those with back and neck problems. Bring a blanket and some paperback books to rest your head on.

Make paper cloth sheets using recycled papers, then create a book cover, pouch or collage using them. Lots of scope for experimenting with inks and paints. £10 materials fee.

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Regular classes

Tuesdays

For children and young people

Bollywood Dance

Pre School Classes

Little Wrigglers Led by Rachel Walsh Mondays (exc 28 May) Fridays (exc 1 Jun) 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.

Tuesdays This energetic modern Indian dance class will return in September.

Ballet Beats

Pre School Ballet Classes Led by Abbi Lewin Tuesdays (exc 29 May) 2 - 3 years | 10am - 10.30am 3 - 4 years | 10.45am - 11.15am £6 A fun, creative way for children to explore their dance skills. Each week they will have the chance to go on an adventure using imagination and play to help learn basic ballet techniques.

Youth Dance

Norden Exposure led by Becky Hinton Tuesdays (from Tues 1 May) 9+ years l 5.45pm – 7pm £67 per 10 week 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.

Digi Den II

Led by DJ Mhlanga Tuesdays (from Tues 1 May) School Year 7 - 13 | 4.30pm - 6pm £80 per 10 week term

Splat! Messy Play

Led by Clare Lynskey Mondays (from 14 May, exc 28 May, 18 Jun) 11.30am - 12.15pm £6 | £4.50 siblings £20 for block booking of 4 sessions Giving children the opportunity to learn and explore through exciting and fun art activities - and we do all the clearing up! Suitable for ages 6+ months

Teddies Music Club Wednesdays (exc 30 May) 10am - 11am £5 | £4 siblings We’ll get you bouncing, jumping, tickling, giggling, laughing, oh and singing! Energetic, lively and fun with a singer and musician at every session. Suitable for ages 0-5 years.

The digital arts club. Improve, develop and learn arts with a digital focus. Work on group or personal projects over the term. Take advantage of our hardware, Adobe Creative Cloud software and settings. Have fun filming, podcasting, creating stop-motion animation, using green screen special effects and more! Suitable for all levels of experience.

Fridays

Digi Den

Led by DJ Mhlanga Fridays (from Fri 27 Apr) School Year 7 - 13 | 4.30pm - 6pm £80 per 10 week term Our original digital arts club. See Tuesday class for term information.

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Youth Theatre Norden Lights led by Troublemaker Theatre Company From Sun 22 Apr (class days vary)

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. Class

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School Years 4, 5 & 6

School Years 7, 8 & 9

4.15pm - 5.15pm 5.30pm - 6.30pm 4.40pm - 6.40pm

School Years 8, 9, 10 & 11

6.45pm - 8.45pm

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School Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11 4pm - 6pm

Academy

School Years 12+

6.45pm - 8.45pm

*Price per term

‘Gave me the skills and confidence to get into drama school and pursue a career in acting’ Lizzy Maillard ‘I went on to get a degree in film and theatre, and now teach drama to children myself’ Ryan Tomlinson ‘Film-making at 15, scripting at 16, and crying that it had to end at 18. 5yrs later, I’m working full-time in television’ Kat Mace

Terms 10 weeks long, no auditions, suitable for all abilities and end with a sharing or performance.

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Summer Holiday Classes and Workshops For children and young people

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Circus Week

7-13 YEARS

Led by Albert and Friends Mon 30 Jul - Fri 3 Aug | 10am - 3pm £115 (£110 Advantage Card holders)

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Art Week

Led by Michaela Clarke Mon 6 - Fri 10 Aug | 10am - 4pm £115 (£110 Advantage Card holders)

A week of incredible circus skills and performing. Learn to walk on stilts, ride a unicycle, walk the tightrope and perform on a trapeze!

Work on individual craft activities with lots of messy materials and also work together on a group art project.

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Theatre Week

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10-16 YEARS

Led by Troublemaker Theatre Company Mon 13 - Fri 17 Aug | 10am - 4pm (6pm Fri) £110 (£95 Advantage Card holders)

Create an entire show from idea to performance. Experience all aspects of theatre, from lighting to stage blocking to acting with the help of professional directors.

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Dance Intensive

8+ YEARS

Led by Charlie Dixon Mon 20 - Fri 24 Aug 10am - 4pm | £85 (£75 Advantage Card holders) Experience being an A-Troupe dancer in a real dance studio. Work with a professional dancer to develop your technique, learn routines and create your own choreography. No audition necessary.

Digi Den Summer Drop In

Led by DJ Mhlanga Fridays (from Fri 3 Aug) School Year 7 - 13 | 4.30pm - 6pm £40 per 5 week term or £9 per session

The digital arts club. Improve, develop and learn various arts with a digital focus. Work on group or personal projects over the summer holiday. Suitable for all levels of experience.

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.

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Tech Taster Day with 2.times do

Saturday 28 July All workshops £12 per person, per workshop.

Mooing Cow Family Workshop

Minecraft Family Workshop

10am - 11am Use art skills, basic electronics and coding to make the cow warn anyone who gets too close. Suitable for ages 8+ years, with accompanying adults.

1.30pm - 2.30pm Explore the worlds of Minecraft and coding using the Raspberry Pi computer. Suitable for ages 8 - 16 years, with accompanying adults

3D Printing

Sonic Pi

11.30am - 12.30pm Learn about this fascinating new technology that creates 3D objects from a computer drawing. Suitable for 10+ years.

3pm - 4pm Learn about digital music making - using computers! You don’t have to be musical, or a programmer! Suitable for 8+ years

One-off classes and workshops For children and young people

Education and Community Outreach Farm Out Norden Farm’s Education and Community Outreach programme is led by our Education Manager, 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.

Big Dog Little Dog: Parent and Child Yoga Led by Carly Brown Sundays 20 May, 24 June, 22 Jul, 26 Aug 10am - 11am | £15 per pair (1 adult and 1 child) A class for parents / carers and their children. Connect and bond through movement and breath. Get ready to fly! Class includes elements of acroyoga. Suitable for ages 4 - 8 years, must be accompanied by an adult.

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Email robyn.bunyan@nordenfarm.org Tel / 01628 682563

Gallery Entry is free | Opening hours: Tues - Sat 5pm - 10.30pm and Sun 10.30am - 10pm Work on sale through the Box Office.

It’s a Dog’s Life Paula Zimmerman

Dean Piacentini Places, Traces, Spaces

Tues 17 Apr - Sun 13 May

Tues 15 May - Sun 10 Jun

Paula gained a degree in Art and Art History at Scarborough University in 1998 as a mature student Her career as an artist began as a ceramicist making quirky animals. She became interested in painting, initially as an abstract painter. Now she enjoys working with colour design and animals. She combines both in her animal portraits.

Dean fell under the spell of Abstract art as a bass playing art student in the late 1970s. He tries to generate a series of visually interesting juxtapositions, which lead to a sense of wholeness and recognition as the piece finally slips into view. Meet the Artist for his Private View on Friday 18 May between 6pm - 8pm.

SocialArts Wed 11 Jul - Mon 16 Jul An exhibition showcasing the work of SocialArts, a Norden Farm project designed to promote the creativity of older people in a sociable environment. Led by Amelia Pimlott (The Ding Foundation) together with visiting artists, the group has engaged in a host of activities from animation to print making Supported by the

Ed’s Industry - Ed Waller Tues 12 Jun - Sun 8 Jul Edward’s photos convey abstract impressions through the unusual angles on the places and objects that are around us. His early training as a graphic designer imbues his vision of the everyday as art. Ed’s current style of painting is evocative and powerful. Accomplished mostly in black and white, his paintings are stark statements of fact.

Beach Life Mon 23 Jul - Sun 2 Sept A special installation designed to be a relaxing sensory delight for everyone, inspired by the beach huts of Goa, featuring work created by local schools. Get involved in designing (on the floor) and making fluttering kites which we’ll fly over the summer.

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Event Cinema this Summer 2018 Tickets £15 (unless otherwise stated)

NT Live: Macbeth Tues 15 May 7.30pm and Wed 16 May 2pm Run time tbc

ROH Live: Manon Thur 3 May 7.15pm | 155 mins A live screening of this masterpiece of modern ballet, set to music by Massenet. Manon’s brother Lescaut offers her to the highest bidder, but she elopes to Paris with Des Grieux. She becomes Monsieur GM’s mistress, is arrested as a prostitute and eventually dies from exhaustion.

An American in Paris - The Musical Wed 16 May 7pm and Sun 20 May 2pm | 155 mins A live screening (Wed) of the Tony® Award winning musical, from London’s West End. Paris is the backdrop to an American GI’s chance encounter with a beautiful young dancer. It leads to a sensuous, modern romance of art, friendship and love in the aftermath of war. With the music and lyrics of George and Ira Gershwin.

An encore screening directed by Rufus Norris. Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy sees Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war. Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness.

Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella Tues 29 May 2pm | 110 mins An encore screening of a thrilling and evocative love story set in London during the Second World War. The internationally acclaimed choreographer’s interpretation of the classic fairy tale has, at its heart, a true wartime romance. A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot.

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ROH: Swan Lake Tues 12 Jun 7.15pm, Fri 15 Jun 2pm and Sat 16 Jun 8pm 180 mins Live screening (Tues). A new production of Tchaikovsky’s magnificent classical ballet. Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. He is enraptured when one of the swans turns into a beautiful woman. But she is under a spell allowing her to regain her human form only at night.

Glyndebourne: Madama Butterfly Fri 22 Jun and Sun 24 Jun 2pm | Run time tbc Encore screening of the classic love story. When an innocent young Geisha meets an American naval officer she falls instantly and deeply in love. Giving up her family and her faith, she risks all in marriage to the dashing Lieutenant Pinkerton. But her fragile happiness cannot last.

RSC Live: Romeo and Juliet Wed 18 Jul 7pm | Run time tbc Encore screening. What if your first true love was someone you’d been told you must hate? The most famous story of love at first sight explodes with intense passion. It is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents.

Glyndebourne: Vanessa - Live

Glyndebourne: Saul

André Rieu 2018 Maastricht Concert

Sun 29 Jul 2pm | Run time tbc

Sun 5 Aug 2pm | 145 mins

Tues 14 Aug 6.30pm Run time tbc

Recorded in 2015. David has vanquished the giant Goliath, but not everyone rejoices in his victory. Jealous of the young warrior, King Saul turns against him. Handel’s vision of a Learlike king is astonishing in its psychological complexity. It offers a musical portrait of mental collapse few have since matched.

An encore screening from The King of Waltz’s hometown of Maastricht. It features the maestro in his element, along with his 60 piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, sopranos, tenors and very special guests. André delivers an unforgettable musical experience full of humour, fun and emotion.

A live screening of Samuel Barber’s Pulitzer Prize winning work. Abandoned by her lover Anatol, Vanessa retreats from the world, with only her mother and niece for company. Twenty years later, Anatol’s handsome young son arrives unexpectedly. He shatters the calm of this shuttered household of women.

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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.

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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. There are six parking spaces at the front of the building which are reserved for Blue Badge holders only. 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 Martin Kaye (Chair)

Petra Ali Mr & Mrs M Ashworth Mr Keith Bell Mr & Mrs G Blacker Mrs Rosemary Burfitt Mr Daniel Burton Mr Roger Coombs Mr & Mrs J Cotterill Mr & Mrs GR and SJ Eagle Mr Grahame Fisher Mr A Fox Mrs Eleanor Griffiths Mr Peter Griffiths Frankie Holness Mr Peter Ison Mrs Diana Le Clercq Dr C Lennie

Clifford Perkins John Seymour Tony Stock Nick Winton

Supporters The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Arts Council England The Spoore, Merry and Rixman Foundation Louis Baylis (Maidenhead Advertiser) Charitable Trust The Prince Philip Trust Fund RBWM Quarterly Grants Our Community Enterprise Hale & Company LLP Heathrow Communities Fund Adobe Rothschild Foundation Discovery. with Three. Kidwells Park Trust Cookham Festival

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 Mr & Mrs Sandy and Ruth Steven Mary and Tony Stock Mr & Mrs D H Stone Mrs Isabel Waida Mr H Wale Lisa Walden Mr & Mrs Steve and Seema Wallis Mr Michael Weston-Davies

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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

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