norden farm summer 2016 family print

FAMILY EVENTSMay - August 2016

at Norden Farm Centre for the Arts

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PFBox Office / 01628 788997

@nordenfarm

www.nordenfarm.org

There’s something on all day every day during the school holiday – including magic from Morgan and West, adventures in Dinosaur Park

and comedy in The Spectacular Balloon Show.

There’s something on all day every day during the school holiday – including magic from Morgan and West, adventures in Dinosaur Park

and comedy in The Spectacular Balloon Show.

Half Term at the Farm

SUNDAY 29 MAY

MONDAY 30 MAY10.15am - 11.15amArts and crafts session(ages 5+ years) £5 per child

1.15pm - 1.35pmStorytelling(ages 3+ years) £2 per child


11.30am

Morgan and West's Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show for Kids(and childish grown ups)The Victorian magicians bring another boxful of bafflement. With mysterious magic, brain busting illusion and good old fashioned tomfoolery.

Suitable for ages 5+ years

2pm

Morgan and West

4.30pmJames Seabright presents Superbolt Theatre’s production

Dinosaur ParkAn award winning and laugh out loud spin on Jurassic Park. In a Lyme Regis community centre, the Park family embark on a journey into the past. It turns into an epic adventure of family feuds and DIY dinosaurs!


£14 (£12 under 16s)Family & Friends (4 people) £40

TUESDAY 31 MAY10.15am - 11.15amArts and crafts session(ages 5+ years) £5 per child



11.30am

ZootropolisIn the city of Zootropolis, all animals live side by side. For Judy Hopps being a bunny on a police force isn’t easy.

2pm

The Jungle BookA live action epic adventure! Mowgli has been raised by a family of wolves but now must leave his jungle home. Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear join him on his journey.

FAMILYSHOW TICKETS£10 (£8 under 16s)Family & Friends(4 people) £32(unless otherwise stated)

FAMILYFILM TICKETS£7 (£5 under 16s)Family & Friends(4 people) £20

WEDNESDAY 1 JUNE

10.15am - 11.15amArts and crafts session(ages 5+ years) £5 per child



11.30am

The Jungle BookBased on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless stories and inspired by Disney’s classic animated film.

10am

Teddies Music ClubSing, dance and play in thispre school class. £5 per child

2pm

ZootropolisThe latest hit from the makers of Frozen and Big Hero 6.

FRIDAY 3 JUNE10.15am - 11.15amArts and crafts session(ages 5+ years) £5 per child



THURSDAY 2 JUNE10.15am - 11.15amArts and crafts session(ages 5+ years) £5 per child



11.30am

ZootropolisBunny rabbit and police officer Judy Hopps teams up with a wily fox to crack her first case.

2pm

The Very Magic FluteA whole new take on Mozart’s classic opera!


11.30amKrazy Kat Theatre Company presents Sign Language Arts

The Very Magic FluteMeet a lost prince chased by a dragon, a mysterious Queen, a kidnapped princess and a magic flute! A hilarious and imaginative family show. Suitable for both deaf and hearing audiences.


11.30amCirco Ridiculoso presents

The SpectacularBalloon ShowA fantastic show with comedy, balloons, mayhem and daftness!


2pmCirco Ridiculoso presents

The SpectacularBalloon ShowJoin master ballonsmith Danny for a Human Balloon, Poppy the Balloon Hound and silly stunts.


Saturday 4 JUNE10.15am - 11.15am

Arts and crafts session(ages 5+ years) £5 per child

1.15pm - 1.35pm

Storytelling£2 per child

3.30pm - 3.50pm

Storytelling£2 per child

Maidenhead Drama Guild presents

Jane Eyreby Charlotte BrontëWed 29 Jun - Sat 2 Jul 7.45pm

A bold and theatrically inventiveadaptation of this well-lovedliterary classic.

AGE

4-7YEARS

SundayStoriesLed by Julie Loison

Sun 15 MaySun 12 JunSun 17 Jul11am - 11.45am

Interactive storytelling in the magical story den, followed by a yummy Sunday lunch. Join in or unwind in the Café Bar with a latte and the Sunday papers, while your little ones get involved in telling stories from all over the world.

The Story Den£3 per person. Lunch menu from £5

COMMUNITY HIRE

Concertini presents

Carnival of the AnimalsSun 26 Jun 2pm

Join The Willshire Piano Duo as they perform the popular music by Saint-Saëns. Expect to hear hens and roosters, elephants and lions! Wendy Craig also narrates funny animal poems by Ogden Nash.

(Artwork by kind permission of The Children's Galleryat Teddies Music Club)

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

£16 (£14 conc)Family Ticket: 2 adults - £16 eachand up to 2 children - £10 each

Teddies Music ClubWednesdays 10am - 11am£5 per class | £4 siblings

Get bouncing, jumping, tickling, giggling, laughing, and singing! Energetic, lively and fun for grown-ups and children alike, with a singer and musician at every session.

Little WrigglersLed by Rachel Walsh

Fridays 10am - 10.45am£6 per class or£20 for block booking of 4 sessions

A thrilling, energetic and creative dance class. Explore imaginative themes and adventures through dance, song and mime.

PRE SCHOOL CLASSES

AGE

0-5YEARS

AGE

2+YEARS

AGE

3+YEARS

Slot Machine present

ToysWed 13 - Fri 15 Jul 10.30am and 1pmSat 16 Jul 11.30am and 2pm

A show created by your toys! Bring your own toy along and watch as they are brought to life in a big adventure! From the company who created the hit Christmas shows One Snowy Night, Miki and Kipper’s Snowy Day.

Studio

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

Grand Opening: Tuesday 26 July 10.30amRuns till: Sunday 4 September10am - 4pm

With weekday storytelling (£2)and craft sessions (£5) it’s the perfectway to while away asummer’s day.

Aloha!The Hawaiian Elvis themed beach is back - all summer long. Relax at a beachside café table while the little ones play in the sand. Join in craft or storytelling sessions in the specially designed story den or try some indoor surfing courtesy of green screen technology! Family films screened throughout the holidays, see website for details.

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ADMISSION

FREE

Summer Holidays at the Farm11am Arts and Craft session (1 hour) £5 per child1.15pm and 3.30pm Storytelling (20 minutes) £2 per child

Everyday Activities (Tuesday - Saturday)

Summer Holiday ActivitiesThe Maidenhead Beach All ages Everyday (Tues 26 Jul - Sun 4 Sept) 10am - 4pm

Storytelling 3+ years Weekdays (Tues 26 Jul - Wed 31 Aug) 1.15pm and 3.30pm

Arts and Crafts sessions 5+ years Weekdays (Tues 26 Jul - Wed 31 Aug) 11am

Young Leadership Programme 14-18 years Weekdays (Tues 26 Jul - Wed 31 Aug)

Digi Den Summer Drop In 11-18 years Weekdays Tuesdays and Fridays (from wc 25 Jul) 4.30pm - 6pm

Summer Circus Week 7-13 years -------------- Mon 25 - Fri 29 Jul 10am - 4pm

Summer Theatre Week 10-18 years -------------- Mon 1 - Fri 5 Aug 10am - 4pm

Summer Art Week 8+ years -------------- Mon 8 - Fri 12 Aug 10am - 4pm

Band Camp 11-19 years -------------- Sat 13 Aug 10am - 5.30pm

Ripstop Theatre presents

A Real Mermaids TaleSun 21 Aug 11.30am and 2pm

An exciting adventure on the high seas with pirates, monstrous sea creatures and mermaid treasure. Follow our intrepid explorer, Amelia Buttersnap, on a journey full of magic, puppetry and mutinous rats.

WHY? From the company behind 2015’s A Real Fairy Story

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

Tessa Bide presents

Arnold's Big AdventureSun 31 Jul 11.30am,1.30pm and 3.30pm

Arnold the acorn is about to drop from his tree and begin his amazing adventure in search of somewhere to put down his roots. Join Arnold as his story flies in the wind, wiggles across the land and splashes into the sea...

WHY? ‘Tessa Bide understands children in a way that can’t be taught’ Children’s Theatre Reviews

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

AGE

3+YEARS

AGE

3+YEARS

Concertini presents

FamilyConcertiniwith the Blakes Heaven Big BandSun 14 Aug 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, funk, TV themes, Latin and rock - all with a unique twist!

WHY? Be inspired by sizzling saxes, screaming trumpets and soulful trombones whilst your little ones dance, sing, wriggle or even sleep

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

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SummerCircus WeekLed by Albert and FriendsMon 25 - Fri 29 Jul 10am - 4pm

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

Suitable for ages 7 - 13 years.

£115 (£110 Advantage Card)

SummerTheatre WeekLed by Troublemaker Theatre CompanyMon 1 - Fri 5 Aug 10am - 4pm (5pm Friday)

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

Suitable for ages 10 - 18 years.


SummerArt WeekLed by Michaela ClarkeMon 8 - Fri 12 Aug 10am - 4pm

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

Suitable for ages 8+ years.


EverydayMake 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.

FILM@NORDENFARM Ask for a copy of our

latest film brochure

For more information,please complete an enquiry form online at

www.nordenfarm.org

Make your child’s birthday an extra special oneand do something different for their party this year!

We provide the venue, catering and party bags foryour child’s special day. We can also provide a list

of recommended creative tutors for some funarty activities including:

Or combine a party with tickets to see oneof our popular family shows.

• street art• movie themes• and more!

• bollywood dance• interactive storytelling

“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

CHILDREN’SARTY PARTIES

Digi Den Summer Drop InLed by DJ Mhlanga

Tuesdays (from Tues 26 Jul, exc 23 Aug)Fridays (from Fri 22 Jul)

School Year 7- 13 | 4.30pm - 6pm£40 per 5 week term or £9 per session

Animate, record and edit in our Digi Den. Students will work together to develop their technique and understanding of filming, podcasting, green screen and stop motion animation. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Band AcademyLed by Elliott Harrison and James Vigurs

Sat 13 Aug | 10am - 5.30pm | £50

Do you dream of playing in a band, selling out the O2, performing every night to cheering crowds? Work with professional musicians and play alongside them! Learn popular songs, master improvisation and get your performance down to a tee! Finish your day by rocking out on the main stage. Suitable for ages 11 - 19 years.

Kathak DanceLed by Devika Shangariand Ambika DhirIntermediate10.30am - 11.30am£37 per term (from Sat 16 Apr)

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.

Bollywood DanceLed by Geeta Rai4.30pm - 5.30pm£67 per term (from Tues 12 Apr)

An energetic modern Indian dance style. These classes are a fusion of Indian and western styles with Latino and Arabic influences. All terms are 10 weeks long and suitable for all abilities.

Youth DanceNorden Exposureled by Becky Hinton(from Tues 12 Apr)

9+ years5.45pm - 7pm | £67 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.

Other regular classes for children and young people

Arts Award - Creative CrusadersLed by Julie Loison

5.15pm - 6.45pm (from Thur 14 Apr) School Year 7 - 13 | £80 per term

An exciting opportunity to enjoy and explore the arts. Use blogs, scrapbooks, pictures and reports to work towards the Trinity Arts Award. Discover how your interests relate to Norden Farm by investigating activities and careers. Norden Farm workshops, live events and leadership projects can all be part of the experience.

Digi DenFridays (from Fri 15 Apr)

Digi Den IITuesdays (from Tues 19 Apr)

Led by DJ MhlangaSchool Year 7 - 13 | 4.30pm - 6pm£80 per term

Animate, record and edit in our Digi Den. Students will work together to develop their technique and understanding of filming, podcasting, green screen and stop motion animation. Each term is 10 weeks long. Suitable for all levels of experience.

Art AdventuresLed by Amanda Schenk

4pm - 5.15pm | £30 per 3 week course

Explore the exciting possibilities of materials and techniques to create amazing artworks! Look at the world and time through art and be inspired!

Pop Art ComicsThur 9 - 23 Jun

Create exciting mixed media artworks inspired by Pop Art pioneer Roy Lichtenstein.

Vibrant Abstract LandscapesThur 30 Jun - 14 Jul

Discover the imaginative art of Fredrich Hundertwasser and be inspired to draw and paint your own!

AGE

7-11YEARS

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PFBox Office / 01628 788997

@nordenfarm

www.nordenfarm.org

School Year Day Price per term Years 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Wednesdays £67

Years 7, 8 , 9, 10 and 11 Thursdays or Sundays* £97

Years 12 and 13 Wednesdays £97

* day dependent on availability

Youth TheatreNorden Lights led byTroublemaker Theatre Company

Your chance to be on stage and in the spotlight!

Join the only youth drama group in Maidenhead which rehearses in a professional theatre!

Our friendly theatre company lead the sessions, where you’ll have fun and meet new friends. Each term you’ll create a show and perform in our studio or on the main stage, with lighting, sound and staging from Norden Farm’s technical crew.

Pick up performance skills from stage combat to acting for camera and physical theatre to accents, while working with scripts from famous playwrights or made up by you.

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

Coming this year...Christmas 2016

Sam Lacey makes terrible shoes... until one night when two tiny visitors climbin through the window and start cutting and stitching and gluing...

Sam's life is never quite the same again!Book your tickets today!

AGE

3+YEARS

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