Our work with secondary schools is supported by the Spoore, Merry and Rixman Foundation
Secondary Schools
As well as the full programme of events which runs daily at Norden Farm, we have specially chosen events which can link to the national curriculum and offer further learning opportunities for secondary schools.
Many of the live events which we have chosen for our secondary school audience offer extensive education packs, and can include post show Q&A sessions and wrap around workshops.
We also offer workshops for secondary schools which can take place at Norden Farm or at your school and at any point in the year.
For more information about the Farm Out programme please contact our Education Team at education@nordenfarm.org or call 01628 682563
Flick through the 2024/2025 Secondary Schools Workshop Brochure here -
The Norden Farm Roadshow
The Roadshow is a chance for us to get to know what you want out of the Farm Out programme - help us understand the way your school diary works, so we can help you access fantastic performances at Norden Farm.
Find out about the live cinema, theatre and special events which are coming up in the following season.
We are happy to fit around your hectic schedules. To arrange a roadshow meeting email our Education Team at education@nordenfarm.org or call 01628 682563.
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Pinocchio
Visit the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense as they bring Pinocchio to our stage for Christmas 2024.
This is the unique story of ‘when dad was made of wood’...
One cold night Pinocchio, Geppetto and Sonny go on a journey in search of a place to live. Little do they know the house they’re staying in is a playground for their imaginations...
Join the trio as they embark on adventures to the land of play, inside a whale and much more! Will Pinocchio ever turn back into a real boy?
Stuff and Nonsense are leaders in family theatre. Their adaptation of Pinocchio combines classic elements of the story – a poor woodcarver, the tell-tale growing nose, the dream of becoming a real boy – with their hallmark hilarity, skilled puppetry, original music, fantastic staging, outstanding performers and extraordinary physical tricks.
Invest in your children’s imaginations: join us in the theatre and take playfulness home with you!
★ Take a look at what the reviews are saying! ★
'This is a show for kids that has been influenced by kids, and that magical quality is evident from the first very scenes' Maidenhead Advertiser
‘A festive trip to Norden Farm is our favourite way to kick off the Christmas holidays!... The children found the performance very funny with lots of giggles’ Maidenhead Mum
'Oodles of festive fun, silliness, and joy, Norden Farm’s take on the classic tale is what every kid needs this Christmas' Muddy Stilettos
'The actors move seamlessly between the characters and the show is peppered with music. it’s also really funny! It really felt like a show that would ignite the imagination of children watching it' Red Kite Days
'A very clever and creative way to tell the story of Pinocchio and a definite must see this Christmas' Face2Face Maidenhead
'Pinocchio and his father Geppetto have many adventures on the way with the imagination of the young audience egging them on' Marlow FM
Age guidance
Suitable for all the family - age guidance 3 - 10 years.
Relaxed Performances
The performances on Saturday 30 November at 11am and Friday 27 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 Saturday 21 December at 2pm will be signed.
Run time
Pinocchio is 70 minutes long without an interval.
Tickets
£16 | £14 Under 16s
£56 Family and Friends (4 people)
Tickets for children under 18 months
For this show, tickets/seats are not required for children under 18 months who are happy to sit on laps.
Creative Team
Directed by Niki McCretton
Music by Dom Coyote
With additional music by Tim Dalling
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