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Maidenhead Drama Festival
A week-long festival of one-act plays from local youth and adult groups, with comments each evening from a professional adjudicator and a host of trophies to be won.
WHY? Join us for the whole week and see if you agree with the final choices!
Courtyard Theatre
£10 (£9 conc)
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One Snowy Night
A Tale from Percy’s Park by Nick Butterworth.
One winter's night it was so cold it began to snow
Great big snowflakes fell past the window of Percy's hut…
Percy the Park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night Percy finds his little friends shivering on the doorstep – they need more than food and he must find a way to help them…
A snuggly, fun and heart-warming story, with songs to sing along to and furry friends to meet.
‘Magical – an ideal introduction to the theatre for children’ ★★★★★ The Stage
Created by Slot Machine, the company that brought the hit Christmas shows Miki and Kipper's Snowy Day to Norden Farm.
‘A little gem! ...Very creative and so much fun. Our daughter couldn't stop laughing out loud’ ★★★★★ Netmums
Suitable for ages 3+ years.
Relaxed Performances
The performances on Saturday 3 December at 11am and Wednesday 28 December 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.
Signed Performance
The performance on Wednesday 21 December at 11am will be signed.
Courtyard Theatre
£15 | £13 under 16s
£52 Family & Friends (4 people)
£48 Family & Friends Early Bird Offer! (if booked before Wednesday 31 August)
- 29 Nov
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Norden Farm Youth Theatre (Junior)
Led by Little Tanks Ltd
In each session children take part in a series of drama games and activities that develop their confidence as well as teaching them drama skills. These include focus, communication, developing a character and voice projection.
As the weeks go on the group will each have a part with some lines to learn in a small-scale show. They will rehearse as a team and share what they have learnt during the last session, more details to follow on this after half term.
Suitable for ages 7 - 11 years
'Norden Farm is my favourite after school club, it always keeps me moving and relaxed. It is a great place to go for drama and within a short time, I have become far more confident and expressive' Timothy, age 7
'We have sent both of our children to Youth Theatre at Norden Farm and have seen dramatic improvements in there ability, confidence, social awareness and expressiveness generally and specifically. The environment is safe and developmental in a broad and exciting sense' Alex - parent
Wed 21 Sept - 30 Nov (exc 26 Oct)
4.55pm - 5.55pm
£85 per 10 week term
- 21 Sep from £85
- 28 Sep
- 8 more dates...
Norden Farm Youth Theatre (Senior)
Led by Little Tanks Ltd
Each term we will be focusing on developing the participants confidence and well-being through a series of drama games and activities.
This term the Senior Youth Theatre group are focusing on developing drama skills. They’ll learn a deeper understanding of performance and managing their nerves as well as some more specialised techniques including comedy and physical theatre.
Suitable for ages 12 - 16 years
'Norden Farm is my favourite after school club, it always keeps me moving and relaxed. It is a great place to go for drama and within a short time, I have become far more confident and expressive' Timothy, age 7
'We have sent both of our children to Youth Theatre at Norden Farm and have seen dramatic improvements in there ability, confidence, social awareness and expressiveness generally and specifically. The environment is safe and developmental in a broad and exciting sense' Alex - parent
Wed 21 Sept - 30 Nov (exc 26 Oct)
6pm - 7.30pm
£120 per 10 week term
- 21 Sep from £120
- 28 Sep
- 8 more dates...
Over 55s Drama Class
Led by Little Tanks
An exclusive over 55s adult only drama class with an emphasis on having fun and developing drama-based skills. No previous acting experience is required!
Our Social Club is an opportunity for anyone aged 55 and over to connect with other members of our community, learn new skills and take part in fun activities.
This is the chance for you to get involved creatively and is a safe inclusive space to forge new friendships.
Come for a taster session – Wed 14 Sept
We know starting something new can be a daunting experience, so come to a taster session with no obligation. We’re sure you will love it in which case you can enrol for a term at a time. To book for the taster session, book online or contact the Box Office on 01628 788997.
Wed 21 Sept – 19 Oct
2pm - 4pm
£60 per 5 week term
The group meets Wednesdays from 2pm - 4pm, with a refreshment break in the middle – enjoy something from our in-house café bar which is a lovely space to stay chat after the session too.
Underwater
A dance theatre show for babies and their grown ups.
Come with us on a magical journey into the deep blue sea in this beautiful dance theatre piece, created especially for babies aged 0 - 2 years and their parents or carers.
A ballerina wakes from a dreamy sleep and finds herself in the ocean, a comforting world of blue lights and bubbles. As she explores her gorgeous new home, she meets an octopus – and the pair quickly form a loving friendship beneath the waves, dancing a duet to a twinkling soundtrack that features some familiar melodies.
This multi-sensory show is sure to engage and stimulate your baby’s imagination – and there’s plenty for adults to enjoy too!
Studio
£20 per adult and child
Image credit: Celia Topping
The Naughty Fox
Snuggle up in a magical den with comfy creatures - Honk, Splash and TaWit TaWoo - as they teach The Naughty Fox a very important lesson: it's better to share.
Set in the magical forest, Fox goes on an adventure to learn from the Aurora that sharing is caring.
Feel your way through the immersive, multisensory journey of friendship and play for little ones and their grown-ups. Fully accessible and relaxed.
'Just seen The Naughty Fox, it's an absolute delight, a multisensory show for littleuns!' Maddie Moate, CBeebies
Experience a world of puppetry, music, light projection and bubbly energy as our two storytellers bring household objects to life.
'My eldest (3) never shares… when we got home with our naughty foxes, he kept sharing because “sharing is good mummy!” Parent feedback
The show integrates creative captions for deaf and hard of hearing audience members.
All performances are relaxed.
Age guidance 0 - 5 years.
Studio
£12 | £10 under 16s
Family and Friends (4 people) £40
Produced by Toucan Theatre.
Supported by Arts Council England and Stage One.
Originally supported by The Marlowe, Canterbury.
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