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Presented by Kuumba Nia Arts.

The true story of one woman's extraordinary journey to overcome the brutality of slavery.

Mary Prince was born into slavery in the British colony of Bermuda. She went on to become an auto-biographer and champion of freedom. Her book had an electrifying effect on the abolitionist movement helping to free many Africans in bondage.

This is a masterpiece of Black British theatre, inspired by the storytelling traditions of the West African Griot.

Winner - Best Ensemble Award at the Musical Theatre Awards, Edinburgh Festival 2019
Winner - Lead Performance and Supporting Performance in a Play, Offies 2022
Winner - Show of the Week, VAULT 2020
Winner - Best Show, Birmingham Fest 2021

Courtyard Theatre
£16

Kuumba Nia Arts website

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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

Summer
Wed 26 Apr - 5 Jul (exc 31 May)
4.55pm - 5.55pm
£85 per 10 week term

Junior Youth Theatre Bookng Form

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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

Summer
Wed 26 Apr - 5 Jul (exc 31 May)
6pm - 7.30pm
£120 per 10 week term

Senioir Youth Theatre Booking Form

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Pigs and Bears Don't Come in Pairs!

Straw, wood, brick? Porridge, chairs, beds?

Two trios to tantalise and tickle your senses in this double bill of furry tails.

Goldilocks may even be more scary that the Big Bad Wolf!

If two’s company and three’s a crowd, then book your place now for these well loved stories.

Retold with puppets, original music and a perfectly petite pop up set.

Suitable for ages 3+ years.

Studio
£12 | £10 under 16s
Family and Friends (4 people) £40

Widdershins website
@Widdershins
@nordenfarm

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Theatre Week

Led by Sideways Drama

Make a Play in 4 Days!

Come along and dive into the world of theatre, writing, directing and star in a brand new play!

Tues 15 - Fri 18 Aug | 10am - 4pm
£160 | £145 Advantage Card holders

Suitable for ages 8 - 14 years.

There will be film screenings every day after the course has finished:
Tues - Thur 4.15pm – 5.30pm (approx)
Titles are still to be confirmed – keep an eye on the website for details!

Food:
Participants can order lunch daily from our Café Bar by filling out the Lunchtime Choice Form at the registration desk.

The Lunchtime Menu is £7.50 and includes a choice of:
• Healthy Veggie Platter
• Penne Pomodoro
• Cheese & Ham or Cheese & Tomato Pizza with Salad
• Fish Fingers with chips
• Chicken Nuggets with chips
Plus a soft drink and a tub of ice cream

Alternatively there a Picnic Bag is £5 and includes:
• A Tuna, Ham or Cheese roll
• Fruit juice, biscuit, veggie sticks and a packet of Pom Bear crisps

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Peter Pan and Captain Cook

Told through a Big Book which transforms into the galley of a ship, forest, skyline with beautiful hand drawn illustrations.

Our mysterious narrator tells us the tale of Peter Pan and his battle with his nemesis Captain Cook, known for his evil saucepans and dastardly cook-offs. Join him on his journey to Neverland, get more lost then you ever have before with the Lost Boys and maybe even help fight off some pirate baddies…

Come with us as you fly into an imaginative and absurd Neverland, where anything can happen…if you believe, and can cook it, of course.

Suitable for ages 4+ years.

Booster Cushion website
@BoosterCushion
@nordenfarm

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Jarman

A mighty spirit is about to reawaken. Yours.

Derek Jarman: film-maker, painter, gardener at Prospect Cottage, gay rights activist, writer... his influence remains as strong as it was on the day AIDS killed him in 1994.

But his story, one of the most extraordinary lives ever lived, has never been told. Until now.

This vibrant solo play from Mark Farrelly (Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope) brings Derek back into being for a passionate, daring reminder of the courage it takes to truly live while you're alive. A journey from Dungeness to deepest, brightest Soho and into the heart of one of our most iconoclastic artists.

Jarman’s works include taboo-breaking films like Sebastiane, Jubilee and Caravaggio; pop videos for the Pet Shop Boys (It’s A Sin and Rent); his extraordinary borderless garden in Dungeness; his shocking last paintings; and his unforgettable final film Blue, consisting of a single continuous frame of blue and chronicling what it’s like to lose your sight… but never your artistic vision.

Mark Farrelly's performance in Jarman is nominated Best Solo Performance in the 2023 Off-West End Awards

'This play will reawaken your love for the man. Highly recommended' ★★★★★ Queer Guru

'Jarman admonishes us to ‘be astonishing’. And that’s exactly what Mark Farrelly is. Fabulous, thought-provoking stuff' ★★★★★ Bum on a Seat

'A mesmerising performance that moves, amuses and shocks in equal measure. A stunning piece of theatre and stage craft that will enthral all that see it' ★★★★ Theatre-News.com

'Farrelly is a remarkable actor. He brings an extraordinary, glittering edge and sense of danger to everything he does' ★★★★ Sardines Magazine

'The amount of emotional energy Farrelly sustains in taking us through all the different phases of Jarman’s life is remarkable' ★★★★ The Reviews Hub

'An astonishing and heartfelt portrayal… Exceptional' ★★★★ London Living Large

'An enthralling performance' ★★★★ Reviews Gate

'A gripping solo show' ★★★★ The Stage

Written and performed by Mark Farrelly. Directed by Sarah-Louise Young.

Part of the Pride Season
This year Norden Farm presents its first pride season featuring comedy, drama and film. We celebrate work from LGBTQ+ artists to demonstrate our support for the community and commitment to a world where no one is discriminated against because of who they are or who they love.

Studio
£16

Mark's website
@MarkFarrelly
@nordenfarm

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