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Norden Farm Youth Theatre (Senior)
Led by Little Tanks
During the first term we will be focusing on enhancing and embedding performance skills. We will use various methods to achieve this including improvisation, characterisation, and voice work. You will have the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals outside of your usual peer group as well as enjoying their sessions in a fully equipped theatrical space. There will also be a series of drama activities each week that will develop your confidence and aim to boost well-being.
Suitable for ages 12 - 16 years.
Wed 22 Sept - 1 Dec
6pm - 7.30pm
£120 per 10 week term
Booking cut off time: 5pm on Wed 22 Sept
- 29 Sep
- 6 Oct
- 7 more dates...
Little Wrigglers (Fridays)
Led by Rachel Walsh
A thrilling, energetic and creative dance class. Explore imaginative themes and adventures through dance, song and mime.
Fri 3 Sept - 17 Dec (exc Fri 17 Sept, 29 Oct, 19 Nov)
11am – 11.45am
£6 | £4.50 siblings (over 2 years) | £20 for 4 sessions a term
Suitable for ages 2+ years.
If you would like to book the offer price for 4 sessions, please enter a ticket for each date you would like to attend into your basket and the offer will apply automatically
The Little Prince
Protein celebrates their return to live theatre with the award-winning family show, The Little Prince.
Find out how the Little Prince leaves behind his own tiny asteroid and beloved rose and journeys through the universe, coming face to face with the baffling world of grown-ups!
Based on the world-famous story by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Luca Silvestrini’s The Little Prince is winner of the Fantastic for Families’ Best Family Event Award 2020 and was nominated for Best Modern Choreography at the National Dance Awards 2021.
The Little Prince is brought to life using Protein’s critically acclaimed mix of dance, humour and spoken word.
Suitable for everyone young and old
WHY? 'Luca Silvestrini is the sharpest of comic choreographers' The Guardian
'St-Exupéry’s enigmatic tale delivered with quirky charm. Prendergast is touchingly excellent in the title role' ★★★★ The Observer
'Charming, imaginative and playful' ★★★★ The Stage
'An artful piece of children’s entertainment without sacrificing adult appeal' ★★★★ The Times
Courtyard Theatre
£12 | £10 under 16s
Family and Friends (4 people) £40
Run time 60 minutes.
Spy Monkey
Join Hanuman, our brave and intrepid Monkey Intelligence Officer, on his most important secret mission to date!
He will need to use all his extraordinary superpowers to find and rescue the captured Princess Sita from Ravana, a wicked ten-headed demon King, and could do with your help!
Three incredible performers use hip-hop and Bharata Natyam dance, music and story-telling to excite and engage young audiences and adults alike.
Age guidance 4+ years
WHY? Full of daring and wit, this is a contemporary twist on a classic Indian tale from the Ramayana
Studio
£12 | £10 under 16s
Family & Friends Ticket (4 people)
Kipper's Snowy Day
Christmas 2021 at Norden Farm!
Based on the award winning children's books about Kipper the Dog by Mick Inkpen.
It's snowing! And Kipper is very excited...
Kipper, Tiger, Pig and Arnold go on an adventure in the snow - but can they find their way home?
Join this magical world of puppets and mischief, filled with original songs and music. This warm-hearted Christmas show is perfect for children and their families.
‘A classic children’s tale… perfectly expresses the excitement of Christmas Eve and playing in the snow… superb’ ★★★★ The Stage
Suitable for ages 3+ years.
Created by Slot Machine, the company that brought the hit Christmas shows One Snowy Night and Miki to Norden Farm.
‘An ideal show for young children – and a great way to introduce them to live theatre’ Families Magazine
Relaxed Performances:
Performances on Sat 4 Dec at 11am and Wed 29 Dec at 11am are Relaxed - Ideal for families with babies or toddlers and children with SEND. Everyone is welcome to join us for this friendly format.
Pre-show 'Touch Tours' for children with autism and blind and partially sighted children can be arranged. Please contact Box Office for more details.
Ticket Information:
£14.50 | £12.50 under 16s
£50 Family & Friends (4 people)
- 30 Nov
- 30 Nov
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Morgan & West: Unbelievable Science
Science and silliness abound for ages seven to 107!
Morgan & West present captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family science extravaganza!
Expect explosive thrills, chemical spills and a risk assessment that gives their stage manager chills, all backed up by the daring duo’s trademark wit, charm and detailed knowledge of the scientific method. Leave your lab coats at the door it’s time for Unbelievable Science!
On TV Morgan & West have fooled Penn & Teller (Fool Us ITV 1), competed to be the Next Great Magician (ITV 1), and even attempted to escape The Slammer (CBBC).
'Put quite simply… great science with hilarious hosts!' ★★★★★ Primary Times
'Hugely talented' ★★★★ Daily Mirror
'Superbly crafted' ★★★★ The Stage
Age guidance 7+ years.
Run time: 60 mins
Courtyard Theatre
£12 | £10 under 16s
£40 Family and Friends Ticket (4 people)