Summer 2022 What's On Guide

WHAT’S ON at Norden Farm Centre for the Arts

May - August 2022

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF

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What’s On at Norden Farm May 2022 Tues 3 May 8pm Film Wed 4 May 8pm Film Thur 5 May 8pm Music

Fri 6 May 8pm Theatre

8pm Music

Sat 7 May 12pm - 4pm

2pm Theatre 8pm Theatre Tues 10 May 8pm Film Wed 11 May 8pm Film Thur 12 May 2pm Film

8pm Film Fri 13 May 8pm Music

Sat 14 May 7.30pm Music

Tues 17 May 8pm Film Wed 18 May 8pm Comedy

Thur 19 May 7.30pm Theatre

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Title tbc Title tbc Kingdom of Madness Members of Magnum’s classic-era line ups perform classic Magnum songs The Bloody Chamber A heady and funny re-telling of Angela Carter’s famously twisted fairy tales Danni Nicholls UK Americana from the singer songwriter Norden Farm Market Browse stalls selling artisanal products The Bloody Chamber The Bloody Chamber Title tbc Title tbc Northern Ballet’s Merlin The legend reawakened through Northern Ballet’s blend of classical ballet and unrivalled storytelling Title tbc The Grahams Nostalgia inducing Americana with a nod to mid-century soul Oysland Exploring the connections between Klezmer and other folk traditions in Eastern Europe and beyond Title tbc Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Glenn Moore and Jarlath Regan The UK’s leading comedy agent presents two acts ahead of the Edinburgh Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival A festival of one-act plays from local groups 01628 788997

Thur 19 May (Contd) 8.30pm Theatre 9.30pm Theatre Fri 20 May 7.30pm Theatre 8pm Music

8.30pm Theatre 9.30pm Theatre Sat 21 May 7.30pm Theatre 8.30pm Theatre 9.30pm Theatre Sun 22 May 7.30pm Theatre 8.30pm Theatre 9.30pm Theatre Tues 24 May 8pm Film Wed 25 May 2pm Film

8pm Film Thur 26 May 7pm Film

8pm Music

Fri 27 May 2pm Film 7.30pm Comedy

8pm Music

Sat 28 May 8pm Comedy

Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Jazz at The Farm: Alex Garnett and friends - Gerry Mulligan and the Cool Era Paying tribute to the baritone player and West Coast 1950s ‘Cool Jazz’ Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Maidenhead Drama Festival Title tbc Royal Opera House: Swan Lake The Royal Ballet’s version of this classic love story mixes spectacle, mystery and passion Title tbc National Theatre Live: Straightline Crazy Ralph Fiennes leads the cast in David Hare’s blazing account of the most powerful man in New York Alice Armstrong and Matt Long UK Blues Award nominee Alice Armstrong with the front man of British Blues band Catfish Royal Opera House: Swan Lake Geoff Norcott - I Blame The Parents ‘A sharp self-knowing wit’ ★★★★ The Times The Vinyl Frontier - Champion of Champions Previous winners challenge each other Patrick Monahan ‘A Fringe legend...’ ★★★★ Daily Mirror

• HALF TERM • HALF TERM • HALF TERM • Tues 31 May 11.30am Family Family Concertini with RASPO

(The Reading All Steel Percussion Orchestra)

A high energy, interactive family concert featuring

members of the award winning RASPO orchestra 2pm Family Family Concertini with RASPO

(The Reading All Steel Percussion Orchestra) 8pm Film Title tbc @nordenfarm

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What’s On at Norden Farm June 2022 • HALF TERM • HALF TERM • HALF TERM •

Wed 1 Jun 7.30pm Comedy

7.30pm Music

Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Simon Brodkin and Bella Hull Two top comedians preview their material ahead of the Edinburgh Festival George Fu (piano) The American pianist and composer returns to give a solo recital

Thur 2 Jun 1pm Family

5pm Family 8pm Film

Pop Divas Live!

The UK’s number one girl band tribute Pop Divas Live!

TBC

Fri 3 Jun 11.30am Family

8pm Dance

Old McDonald and the 3 Pigs Plus...

A colourful and fun interactive family show, full of props, pop ups and audience participation!

Hundred Watt Club - A Right Royal Evening of Burlesque Celebrate the Platinum Jubilee with a burlesque and variety show the Queen could only dream of!

Sat 4 Jun 12pm - 4pm

Lovely Jub(i)Lee: Come Together A FREE outdoor extravaganza bringing the community together. With live music from the Dhol Collective and a ceilidh band to get you dancing. Plus kite making for the whole family and an artisan produce market.

A royally uplifting experience!

Tues 7 Jun 8pm Film

TBC

Wed 8 Jun 7.30pm Music

Thur 9 Jun 8pm Comedy

Fri 10 Jun 7.30pm Theatre

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Maidenhead Music Society presents: Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective A celebratory concert to conclude the Society’s 75th season Flo & Joan - Sweet Release

SOLD OUT

In the Weeds A Hebridean thriller about a marine biologist who falls in love with a sea monster Flo & Joan - Sweet Release SOLD OUT 01628 788997

Sat 11 Jun 7.30pm Music

Tues 14 Jun 8pm Film Wed 15 Jun 7.30pm Music

Thur 16 Jun 8pm Comedy

Fri 17 Jun 8pm Music

8pm Music

Sat 18 Jun 8pm Comedy

Tues 21 Jun 8pm Film Wed 22 Jun 7.30pm Music

8pm Comedy

Thur 23 Jun 8pm Film Fri 24 Jun 8pm Music

Sat 25 Jun 8pm Film Tues 28 Jun 8pm Film Wed 29 Jun 8pm Film Thur 30 Jun 7.30pm Music

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Dean Owens with Jim Maving The award winning Scottish singer songwriter Dean Owens is joined by his regular collaborator Title tbc Veronica & Max Country blues and ragtime, hokum, jug band plus rural music from the 20s and 30s.

Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Ania Magliano and Jacob Hawley More comedy from two rising stars before they head to the Edinburgh Festival Jazz at the Farm: Martin Speake Quartet The Charlie Parker Legacy Surprising and beautiful interpretations of the Charlie Parker repertoire Never 42 A tribute to the upbeat jazz funk sound that is Level 42 Rich Hall’s Hoedown Deluxe ’Vital and incredulously angry. Hilarious’ The Scotsman Title tbc Summer Recital Series – Significantly Beethoven (1 of 4) British-Romanian pianist Florian Mitrea performs major works from Beethoven’s early years Harry Baker: Unashamed The World Poetry Slam Champion brings a show of new poems and realisations Title tbc The Vinyl Frontier - Bat Out of Hell Meatloaf’s LP accompanied by stories and video Title tbc Title tbc Title tbc Sam Kelly’s Station House Blues-based ‘groove’ band influenced by New Orleans Second Line, soul, jazz and British funk

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What’s On at Norden Farm July 2022 Fri 1 Jul 7pm Music

Sat 2 Jul 12pm – 4pm

8pm Music

Tues 5 Jul 8pm Film Wed 6 Jul 8pm Comedy

Thur 7 Jul Fri 8 Jul Sat 9 Jul 11am Dance

8pm Film Tues 12 Jul 8pm Film Wed 13 Jul 8pm Music

Thur 14 Jul 8pm Music

Fri 15 Jul 8pm Comedy

8pm Music

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A Quiet Night In Charity event in aid of Ovarian Cancer Action with music from Bad Neighbours and Small Town Heroes Norden Farm Market Browse stalls selling artisanal products and hand crafted goods Loshn Klezmer trio exploring the traditional music of Ashkenazi Jewish Culture Title tbc Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Nick Sampson and Sara Barron A night of comedy from two stand ups before this year’s Edinburgh Festival PRIVATE HIRE PRIVATE HIRE Chance to Dance Stars CIC Annual Showcase 2022 A celebration from the dance school for young people in the disabled community Title tbc Title tbc Steve Nieve & Kassada - Stories of Love Elvis Costello’s pianist and Grammy Award winning artist performs songs by Elvis Costello, Tom Waits and Neil Young Don Vappie and Jazz Creole The four piece perform all genres of New Orleans from traditional to modern day funk Terry Alderton - It’s Terry!

‘A comedian of dizzying inventiveness’ ★★★★★ The Times Jazz at The Farm: Toni Kofi Quartet A Portrait of Cannonball A celebration of the jazz giant Julian ‘Cannnonball’ Adderley 01628 788997

Sat 16 Jul

PRIVATE HIRE

Tues 19 Jul 8pm

Film

Title tbc

Wed 20 Jul 7.30pm Spoken Word The Shock of the Old by Terence Blacker

Terence faces up to the joys and pains of the passing

years with songs, quotes, and anecdotes Thur 21 Jul 8pm Music

Fri 22 Jul 8pm Music

Sat 23 Jul

The Sound of Springsteen An eight piece tribute to The Boss

11.30am Family

Summer Sing Along Concertini Celebrate the start of the summer holidays with this Disney inspired live music concert

2pm

Family

Summer Sing Along Concertini

8pm

Magic

The Greatest Magician

James Phelan brings his dazzling new magic show

Tues 26 - Fri 29 Jul 11am Family 4pm

CIRCUS WEEK A week of learning incredible circus skills and performing. For ages 7-13 years

Tues 26 Jul 8pm Film

Title tbc

Wed 27 Jul 8pm Dance

Flamenco Dance Rebeca Ortega RAÍCES from Spain

A show born from the tradition of flamenco culture

Thur 28 Jul 8pm Film

Title tbc

Fri 29 Jul 8pm

Film

Sat 30 Jul 8pm Music

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The Shackleton Trio Authentic re-workings of traditional folk standards, influenced by British, American and Scandinavian folk traditions

Title tbc The Vinyl Frontier Singles Championship 8 competitors bring 3 of their favourite 45s to see if they can win the coveted trophy

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What’s On at Norden Farm August 2022 Tues 2 Aug 8pm Film

Wed 3 Aug 11.30am Family

2pm Family Thur 4 Aug 11.30am Family 2pm Family

Fri 5 Aug 8pm Music

Title tbc Errol’s Garden An interactive musical filled with catchy songs, big ideas and a passion for plants Errol’s Garden Errol’s Garden Errol’s Garden The Ocelots A forceful blend of rich harmonies and bare, raw acoustic folk from twin brothers Brando and Ashley Watson

Sat 6 Aug 12pm - 4pm

8pm Music

Norden Farm Market Browse stalls selling artisanal products and hand crafted goods From Gold to Rio Playing the greatest hits of Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran

Tues 9 - Fri 12 Aug 11am Family 4pm

THEATRE WEEK Create an entire show from idea to performance.

For ages 8 - 14 years

Tues 9 Aug 8pm Film

Title tbc

Wed 10 Aug 8pm Music

Thur 11 Aug 8pm Film Fri 12 Aug 11.30am Family

2pm Family 8pm Music

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Summer Recital Series – Significantly Beethoven (2 of 4) Jonathan Ferrucci (piano) in association with the Kirckman Concert Society Title tbc Pigs & Bears Don’t Come In Pairs!

A double bill of Furry Tails, where Goldilocks may even be more scary that the Big Bad Wolf!

Pigs & Bears Don’t Come In Pairs!

Jazz at The Farm A Jazz club setting in the intimate Studio space 01628 788997

Sat 13 Aug 11.30am Family 2pm Family 8pm Music

Tues 16 - Fri 19 Aug 11am Family 4pm

ART WEEK Get creative with individual craft activities and a group art projecy. For ages 8 -14 years

Tues 16 Aug 8pm Film

Title tbc

Wed 17 Aug 8pm Film Thur 18 Aug 8pm Film

Fri 19 Aug 8pm Music

Sat 20 Aug 11.30am Family

2pm Family 8pm Music

Tues 23 Aug 8pm Film Wed 24 Aug 8pm Music

Pigs & Bears Don’t Come In Pairs!

Pigs & Bears Don’t Come In Pairs!

The Studio Session Local acts play a stripped back set, part of the Farm’s programme to support emerging musicians

Title tbc Title tbc Bunty and Bubbly The duo perform classic Bollywood romantic songs as well as some of the newer hits Family Concertini with the Estrellas Grab your tiny dancers for 45 minutes of the biggest soul and Motown sounds of the 60s!

Family Concertini with the Estrellas The Upbeat Beatles A musical journey from the early Cavern days through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road Title tbc Summer Recital Series – Significantly Beethoven (3 of 4) St John’s Ensemble perform Mozart’s greatest sonata for violin and piano, plus duets by Schubert

Thur 25 Aug 8pm Music Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix,

Clapton & Cream

A stunning power trio featuring some of the

UK’s finest musicians Fri 26 Aug - Mon 5 Sept BUILDING CLOSED FOR ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Sun 4 Sept 12pm - 4pm Family Norden Farm Kite Festival

Kite making, kite flying, entertainment, live music,

food and drink at Boyn Grove Park (Punt Hill) @nordenfarm

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Now booking for Autumn 2022 Take a look at events that are now booking for the Autumn season - with even more shows and films coming soon. You can browse the full line up on our website at nordenfarm.org/events tickets can be booked online or by calling the Box Office team on 01628 788997.

Summer Recital Series Significantly Beethoven

Jessica Fostekew: Wench

Jen Brister: The Optimist

A show about sexy things (awkward) and private things (oh no). Jessica is a regular co-host of The Guilty Feminist Podcast and the creator of The Hoovering Podcast.

If Jen Brister has learned anything in the past 18 months, it’s that she’s no good in a crisis.

Has the pandemic changed her for the better or is she the same old pessimistic naysayer?

The Brass Funkeys

Women in Rock

Norden Farm Night Market

A trailblazer in the new generation of UK Brass Bands.

This nine piece collective bring an exciting, eclectic and energetic live show.

The ultimate celebration of the world’s greatest female anthems. Featuring the songs of Cher, Blondie, Janis Joplin, Republica, Belinda Carlisle, P!nk, Suzi Quatro and more.

Wed 7 Sept 8pm | £18

In the final of the four part series, St John’s Ensemble are joined by Poppy Schott (soprano).

Thur 15 Sept 8pm | £15

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Thur 8 Sept 8pm | £16

Thur 22 Sept 8pm | £20

Fri 16 Sept 8pm | £16

Sat 10 Sept 6pm – 9pm Free entry Browse artisan stalls from local artists and craftspeople, with live music plus food and drink from the Café Bar.

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Les Dawson: Flying High Sat 1 Oct 8pm £24

ELO Again

Sat 5 Nov 8pm £18

Justin Moorhouse: Stretch and Think Thur 10 Nov 8pm | £15

Jon Culshaw (Dead Ringers, The Impressions Show) stars in this funny, affectionate and poignant celebration of the much-missed comedy legend.

The ultimate tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra. Expect the spectacular live effect of ELO’s famous orchestrations, soaring strings and vocals.

Dark Side Of The Wall

Daytime Deewane

Chris McCausland: Speaky Blinder

The 8 piece band perform music from the legendary Pink Floyd’s classic and extensive back catalogue.

An exhilarating gig theatre adventure inspired by the daytime raves of 1990s British Asian culture.

The latest from the host of Radio 4’s new panel show You Heard It Hear First.

Sat 19 Nov 8pm £18

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Tues 29 Nov 7.30pm £15

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Justin is back: still funny, yet middle aged. A brand new show that may contain: yoga, getting older, Madonna, shoplifters, Labradoodles, middle-aged cyclists and more.

Fri 9 and Sat 10 Dec 8pm £19 | £17 conc

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May - Aug 2022 Classes & Activities

Classes for Adults and Children at Norden Farm, Maidenhead Monday Zen Drawing with Colour (Online) 7.30pm

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Zen Drawing (Online) 11am

Beginners / GentleYoga (Live & Online) 11am

Zumba (Live & Online) 11.30am

Intermediate Yoga (Live & Online) 11am

Zumba 11.30am

Japanese Calligraphy (monthly) 1pm

Mindfulness (monthly) 7.30pm

Acoustic Guitar Beginners C (Live & Online) 7pm

Little Wrigglers Ages 2+ years 11am

Pilates Intermediate (Live & Online) 12pm Short Art Courses 12.30pm 3.30pm Pilates Beginners (Live & Online) 1.30pm

Floral Design Course 11am Acoustic Guitar Beginners A (Live & Online) 7pm Crochet and Rosé (Live & Online) (monthly) 7pm

Book Club (monthly) Acoustic Guitar 7.30pm Beginners B (Live & Online) 8.30pm Acoustic Guitar Acoustic Guitar Intermediate Absolute Beginners (Live & Online) Little Wrigglers (Live & Online) 8.30pm 7pm Ages 2+ years 10am Twilight Zen Drawing Norden Farm (Online) Youth Theatre (Junior 7- 11 yrs) 7.30pm 4.55pm Norden Farm Summer Choir 7.30pm

Norden Farm Youth Theatre (Senior 12- 16 yrs) 6pm

Adult Classes Childrens Classes

One Off Classes and Workshops May

Jul

Fri 13 May 11am - 4pm | Natural World Seashell studies in Mixed Media Thur 19 May 1pm - 4pm | Japanese Calligraphy with Origami Workshop Sat 21 May 11am - 4pm | Draw a Waterfall in Coloured Pencil Sat 28 May 11am - 2pm | Life Drawing

Fri 9 Jul 11am - 4pm | Paint a Flower in Acrylic Fri 15 Jul 11am - 4pm | Water lilies in watercolour and coloured pencils Tues 26 - Fri 29 Jul 11am - 4pm | Circus Week Sat 30 Jul 11am - 2pm | Life Drawing

Jun Sat 11 Jun 11am - 4pm | Roses in Watercolour Thur 16 Jun 1pm - 4pm | Japanese Calligraphy Sat 25 Jun 11am - 4pm | Portrait Drawing nordenfarm.org

Aug Tues 9 - Fri 12 Aug 11am - 4pm | Theatre Week Tues 16 - Fri 19 Aug 11am - 4pm | Art Week

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The Norden Farm Café Bar

Book a Pre Show Dinner at the same time as your ticket and get a main and dessert course for only £16 (T&Cs apply). Call the Box Office on 01628 788997 to book.

The Café Bar can also cater for your special occasion in our 18th century Long Barn. Contact our Events and Operations Manager Richard Murphy on 01628 682558 or richard.murphy@nordenfarm.org

Opening Hours Tues - Sat 11am - 9pm

Food Served 12pm - 3pm | 5.30pm - 7.45pm

Every 1st Saturday of the month 12pm - 4pm Join us for our relaxed outdoor markets - held in the Linhay barns and car park, providing a safe shopping experience.

Browse stalls selling artisanal produce and hand crafted goods.

The events feature live music sets with musicians from the Norden Farm line up and top local talent. The Norden Farm Café Bar will be open serving food and drinks - including seasonal drinks specials to keep you fuelled whilst exploring a range of stalls from local businesses.

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CHRISTMAS 2022 Norden Farm and Slot Machine present

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

FOR AGES 3+ YEARS

Tuesday 29 November – Friday 30 December Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

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Support Us

Norden Farm is a registered charity and one of our main aims is to make the highest quality arts and culture accessible to our entire community.

There are many ways you can support us to continue with this work.

Have a look below, how can you help?

Find us on social media or ask our Box Office about our mailing list

Keep in touch

Call Box Office on 01628 788997 to make a donation or head to nordenfarm.org/pages/make-a-donation

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Becoming a Bronze, Silver or Gold Member is a great way to give ongoing support.

Membership starts at £40 per year and benefits include priority booking periods and brochures mailed to you.

Become a Member by calling the Box Office or visit nordenfarm.org/membership

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Scan here or see the Support Us page on our website for more ideas of how you can help @nordenfarm

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SAVE THE DATE

THE KITE FESTIVAL IS BACK! Sunday 4 September 12pm – 4pm

MUSIC • FOOD • BAR FREE EVENT at Boyn Grove Park (PUNT HILL)

Centre for the Arts Maidenhead

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

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