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Pottery - Explore Press Moulds
Led by Helen D Evans
This 5 week course is for people with all abilities.
Whether you want to come and give Pottery a try or if you have some experience of working with clay, you may want to use the time to work on your own projects based on using and exploring Press Moulds.
The intention is to spend the first two weeks using coils, stamps and carving with ready made and found moulds.
The third week will be using moulds to make modified work
The fourth week - time for you to experiment.
The final week will be spent glazing. This session will be slightly longer to give you time to finesse your pieces. (3hrs)
Your work will then be fired off-site and then ready to collect from Norden Farm.
The price includes: Clay, use of tools, Underglazes, a selection glazes and 2 x firing of your work.
All work will be fired to Earthenware.
You may want to bring with you:
Sketchbook for ideas / with ideas
Pens / Pencils
A cloth to wipe your hands on
An apron
Any clay tools you may have.
After the course.
Helen will notify you regarding the collection of your work which usually takes between 4-6 weeks
Fri 31 May - Fri 28 June (5 weeks)
11am - 1pm (except 28 June 11am - 2pm)
£120
Norden Farm’s Daytime Choir
Led by Dr Marta Mathea Radwan
Norden Farm’s Daytime Choir is a fun, friendly, non-auditioned choir for everyone. We learn by ear, so you don’t need music experience. Our music ranges from gospel, world and jazz to pop and classical - anything that sounds great and is a joy to sing. Joining us is a great way to meet people and sing your stress away.
Summer
Fri 4 Jun - 19 Jul, exc 28 Jun (5 weeks)
2pm - 3.30pm
£12 per session | £50 for 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years
About the tutor
Dr Marta Mathea Radwan is an award-winning vocalist, composer and musical director. Heralding from Poland and with over 30 years' experience in musical performance, Marta conducts choirs around London, including: jazz group Alle Choir London, Offbeat a cappella community choirs in Acton and Richmond, and Singing for Fun groups at Brunel University London.
Mindfulness
Led by Kate Hughes
Join Kate Hughes of Kate Hughes Meditation for an hour of mindfulness, designed to promote calm and awareness.
During the session we will explore breathing techniques, different kinds of meditation, and various mindfulness exercises including some gentle movement (this can be adapted to suit all mobility levels).
No experience of meditation or mindfulness is required, and these sessions are suitable for you if you are an absolute beginner or have done some kind of mindfulness practice before.
Please wear comfortable clothing. The session will end with a relaxation exercise and you may wish to bring your own mat and blanket, although these will be provided.
Spring
Fri 26 Apr
6.30pm - 7.30pm
Summer
Fri 31 May, 28 Jun, 19 Jul, 9 Aug
6.30pm - 7.30pm
£12 per session
Havisham
A journey into the psyche of Miss Havisham from Great Expectations.
Written and Performed by Award winning actress Heather Alexander.
Direction and Dramaturg by Dominique Gerrard.
If you knew my story, your heart would break too. A cobwebbed tale of heartbreak. This is the story that Dickens left out…
Who was the woman being behind Dickens’ most monstrous female creation? What condemned the hopeful young Miss Havisham to her cruel and fractured fate? Experience her heartbreak as we delve into her childhood trauma and follow her on an intricate journey to a world where she finds herself the leading lady in a drama she can’t comprehend. The gaslighting is subtle, the coercive control slick. Can Miss Havisham escape her twisted karma?
Havisham offers a fresh perspective of Dickens’ greatest work of Gothic characterisation and invites the audience to share poignant moments from her childhood in rural Kent and as a naïve young woman who arrives in London unprepared for the events which gradually consume her.
The story appeals to both fans of Dickens as well as those new to his stories and confronts how the ripples of fate can lead to devastating consequences.
‘Powerful, tense, heart-breaking’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby
'Gorgeously written and packed with haunting imagery' ★★★★ The Stage
'This is a beautifully crafted piece of theatre, whether you are a fan of Dickens or not. The story stands strong alone' ★★★★★ WEBF
'Heather Alexander expertly mines the horror beneath Dickens’ most Gothic character' ★★★★★ The RECS
'Havisham stands out for its original and skilful narrative craft, as if characters and atmospheres were drawn from the pages of a literary piece, while simultaneously, opening a poignant contemplation on the power of trauma over the psyche and body of its sufferers' ★★★★ Theatre Weekly
‘Intriguing…the story intertwines smoothly…’ ★★★★ Theatre Film and Arts Reviews
‘As ever with Alexander, this is a masterclass in acting’ Fringe Review
Studio
£16 I £14 concessions
X Heather Alexander Theatre
Insta heatheralexandertheatre
Fb Heather Alexander
Raíces - Rebeca Ortega
A night of passion, rhythm, and intensity.
This is an unforgettable authentic flamenco performance by Seville's elegant and accomplished dancer Rebeca Ortega. She is joined by the UK's leading flamenco guitarist Ramón Ruiz and accompanied by the deeply soulful voice of Carlos Lobo also from Seville.
This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Andalusia, with traditional and modern flamenco artistry.
From the deepest roots of flamenco, this theatrically spun dance show is born from the tradition of flamenco culture, shaped by the luminosity of the alegrías, the depth of the taranto and seguiriya, the rhythms of the tangos and bulerías and the jondura of the soleá and the farruca.
Raíces is a finalist piece in the Madroño Young Dance Creators Contest. In 2023, Rebeca Ortega's company has taken it to stages throughout Europe, as well as to places as far away as China, Gabon, Ethiopia, Malaysia, Trinidad and Tobago.
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Salsa
Led by SalsaStyle
Specialising for twenty years in providing individual attention to help you develop dance techniques and grow in confidence. SalsaStyle will ensure everyone feels welcome no matter what level.
Spring
22 Mar - 26 Apr, exc 29 Mar (5 weeks)
Summer
Fri 3 May - 7 Jun, exc 17 May (5 weeks)
Fri 14 Jun - 19 Jul (6 weeks)
Fri 26 Jul - 16 Aug (4 weeks)
8.15pm - 9.15pm
£12 per session | £50 for 5 weeks | £60 for 6 weeks | £40 for 4 weeks
Don't forget to stay for the Salsa Social from 9.15pm - 10pm: stay after the class for a dance and drink!
Box Office closes at 8pm but online booking is still available.
Click here for more information about SalsaStyle.
Please note that the class on Friday 8 March will be led by Darren and Tara.