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André Rieu Magical Maastricht: Together In Music
André Rieu is back in cinemas to help lift your spirits!
André Rieu’s Magical Maastricht celebrates 15 years of André’s glorious hometown concerts. The King of the Waltz has selected his most spectacular performances and emotional songs and will bring the joyous atmosphere of his iconic open-air concerts in Maastricht straight to Norden Farm.
No summer is complete without the enchanting waltzes of André Rieu and the incomparable Johann Strauss Orchestra. Music brings people together, brings hope and brings joy - and we need this now more than ever!
Cinema host Charlotte Hawkins will be joined by André Rieu for an exclusive interview from The Vrijthof Square in Maastricht revealing how life has changed for the maestro during the global pandemic and what it means for the future. How is he coping in isolation as a musician, a father and a grandfather? This is the best way to get up close and personal with André!
Join André Rieu, the Johann Strauss Orchestra, his world-class sopranos and The Platin Tenors for the most uplifting concert of the summer. It promises to be the heart-warming event of the season!
140 minutes including an interval.
Courtyard Theatre
£15
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
The King and I: From the London Palladium (U)
The multi-award winning and critically acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King And I recorded live at London’s iconic Palladium returns to the big screen.
Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.
With one of the finest scores ever written including Whistle a Happy Tune, Getting to Know You, and Shall We Dance and featuring a company of over 50 world-class performers.
WHY? 'Five stars for a sumptuous King and I. Book Now. It’s a hit' ★★★★★ The Times
'The evening belongs to Kelli O’Hara' ★★★★★ Sunday Express
'We left the London Palladium on a bright cloud of music - joyous!' ★★★★ Daily Mail
'Looks and sounds ravishing. Complete rapture' ★★★★ Daily Telegraph
172 minutes
Courtyard Theatre
£15
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Acoustic Guitar - Absolute Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.
Wed 9 Sept - 7 Oct and Wed 14 Oct - 18 Nov (exc 28 Oct)
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Wed 9 Sept and 14 Oct
Suitable for 18+ years.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.
- 23 Sep
- 30 Sep
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Alan Barnes (saxes)
An evening of Jazz, live from the Courtyard Stage and programmed by the late Pat Kelly.
Alan Barnes is a multi-reedist supremo and an icon of the UK's Jazz musicians. His creativity is presented in his inimitable relaxed and witty style which both warms and excites.
Supported by his chosen rhythm section: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums).
WHY? ‘A brilliant multi-instrumentalist who’s at home with the jazz repertoire of 30s and 40s swing, and the subsequent “modern” jazz style of bebop’ The Guardian
Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£15
Booking cut off time: 7.30pm Fri 25 Sept
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
The Vinyl Frontier: Your Best of…Madonna
Host Jeff Lloyd is joined by nine guests to play their favourite Madonna track simultaneously to live and online audiences!
From Holiday to Hung Up by way of La Isla Bonita and Vogue the Vinyl Frontier welcomes back a live theatre audience to find out what our participants think is the best Madonna track.
WHY? Vote for your favourite from one of the finest back catalogues in pop!
Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£8
Booking cut off time: 7.30pm Sat 26 Sept
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Dire Streets – Brothers in Arms 35th Anniversary Tour
To celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the release of Brothers in Arms, Dire Streets – Europe’s most critically acclaimed Dire Straits tribute act – will be playing the album live in its entirety.
Dire Streets are six of the UK’s top tribute musicians, recreating the distinctive style of Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits with an attention to detail no other tribute can match.
The 2020 Brothers in Arms Anniversary Tour delivers a two hour show including a live performance of the album from start to finish, as well as all the classic hits from the band’s other studio albums and legendary live performances.
From the classic rock riffs of Money for Nothing, the smooth jazz-tinged flavours of Latest Trick, and foot-tapping classics like Walk of Life to the epic guitar anthem title track, Brothers in Arms is a true classic album.
WHY? Join Dire Streets as they celebrate one of the greatest British rock albums of all time
Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£19
Booking cut off time: 7.30pm Sat 3 Oct
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Harry and Chris: Live, Streamed And Just Very Excited To Be Out Of The House
Harry and Chris (Guardian Pick of the Fringe 2018, ★★★★★ Sunday Post 2019) are at the top of their field, having invented the field of comedy-rap-jazz.
They’ve sold out three Edinburgh shows, appeared on the Russell Howard Hour and were called ‘fabulously entertaining’ by Jonathan Ross (we didn’t even pay him). From the ridiculous to the sublime, the world’s greatest comedy-rap-jazz duo bring award-winning wordplay, awe-inspiring musicality, eyebrow-raising bromance and unashamed joy to one of their favourite venues from their last two national tours.
Courtyard Theatre and Livestream
£15
Booking cut off time: 7.30pm Thur 8 Oct
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Wed)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.
Wed 9 Sept - 7 Oct and Wed 14 Oct - 18 Nov (exc 28 Oct)
8.30pm – 9.30pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Wed 9 Sept and 14 Oct
Suitable for 18+ years.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners (Thursdays)
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.
Thur 10 Sept - 8 Oct and Thur 15 Oct - 19 Nov (exc 29 Oct)
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Thur 10 Set and 15 Oct
Suitable for ages 18+ years.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.
Acoustic Guitar - Intermediate
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.
Thur 10 Sept - 8 Oct and Thur 15 Oct - 19 Nov (exc 29 Oct)
8.30pm – 9.30pm
£40 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Thur 10 Set and 15 Oct
Suitable for 18+ years.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.
The Vinyl Frontier: 2020 Singles Championship
Just when we thought we might not get the chance to crown a champion for this year it’s back on!
Eight volunteers bring their three favourite 7” singles and try to win through three rounds to be crowned the champ!
WHY? The most eagerly awaited Vinyl Frontier event of the year, brought to you live on stage and live online!
Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£8
Booking cut off time: 7.30pm Wed 21 Oct
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
John Lennon Tribute UK
Visualise a young Lennon and you have Gaz Keenan. Add a highly professional backing band and from the start you know this is a live music experience you won't forget.
The Lennon Retrospective is a two hour show that promises to take you on a journey through John Lennon’s popular back catalogue, serving up classic solos and Lennon penned early Beatles classics.
Fronted by Gaz Keenan, the band of professional musicians have played theatres countywide with the show, designed to offer an authentic Lennon experience.
A look alike and sound alike, Gaz featured in the ITV show The Big Audition which he went on to win. His ability to recreate John's soulful vocals alongside passionate guitar and piano work, is clear to see on stage. The show is stitched together with costume changes, uncanny mannerisms and caustic wit.
WHY? 'No-one can top Gaz who looks like Lennon in his early years' The Daily Express
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
The Amy Winehouse Experience AKA Lioness
Stars in Their Eye’s finalist and X Factor boot-camp contestant Emma Wright provides an authentic tribute to the enormous talent of Amy Winehouse.
Accompanied by a full backing band, they recreate the sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop.
WHY? Be taken on a journey through the emotional rollercoaster of Amy’s song writing, guaranteed to have you singing and dancing throughout this full stage show
Courtyard Theatre
£19 (£17 conc)
The Alter Eagles
The Alter Eagles are delighted to bring their two hour-plus tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time back to Norden Farm for the fourth year in a row.
Since they started in 2004, the six piece have built a reputation as one of the most faithful tributes around, ensuring that the audience enjoys a loving note-for-note recreation of songs like Hotel California, Lyin' Eyes, New Kid in Town, Take it Easy, Tequila Sunrise, Take it to the Limit and Life in the Fast Lane - as well as more recent Eagles' classics like How Long, Busy Being Fabulous and Long Road Out of Eden. There's even time for key Don Henley and Joe Walsh solo numbers like Dirty Laundry and the classic Rocky Mountain Way.
WHY? Expect rocking twin lead guitar breaks, sumptuous four part country harmonies and an attention to detail that's second to none
Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£18
Booking cut off time: 7.30pm Saturday 7 November
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Pete Churchill (vocals, piano)
An evening of Jazz, live from the Courtyard Stage and programmed by the late Pat Kelly.
Pete's innovative style and astonishing creativity always produces a performance with the wow factor. He is highly respected in his field as lecturer in Jazz Vocals and Choral Jazz at the Royal Academy of Music and Guildhall. Supported by Simon Allen (saxes), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums).
WHY? Pete has been accompanist to legendary jazz singer Mark Murphy and conductor of the Kenny Wheeler Big Band
Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£15
In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.
Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash - Wishbone Gold
Martin Turner and his band return to the Courtyard Theatre to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the formation of the original Wishbone Ash. The band will perform another classic album in its entirety – 1971's Pilgrimage.
Wishbone Ash was formed by West Country musicians Martin Turner and Steve Upton, in 1969.
Five decades later, the music of the classic line-ups of Wishbone Ash continues to delight audiences worldwide through both live performances and a rich legacy of recorded work that continues to be enjoyed by fans old and new.
Martin Turner continues to perform the band’s best loved works with his current line-up, which features guitarists Danny Willson and Misha Nikolic and drummer Tim Brown.
The Spring 2020 Wishbone Gold tour will see Martin and his band performing 1971’s iconic Pilgrimage album – as well as other favourites from the classic era of Wishbone Ash, including Argus highlights.
WHY? The Wishbone Gold tour will mark the very first time Pilgrimage has been performed in its entirety on stage and this tour is an event that no Wishbone Ash aficionado will want to miss
Courtyard Theatre
£19
Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.
Bye Bye Baby
Bye Bye Baby are a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Incredible four part harmonies, roof raising falsetto complete with energetic and stylish choreography ensures that Bye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night remember!
WHY? Includes 31 of Valli’s greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You and many more!
Courtyard Theatre
£20
The Sound of Springsteen
The eight piece band take to the stage for the second year of touring in 2020.
With a passion for the work of 'The Boss', this tribute to Bruce Springsteen brings their years of live performances and recording to rock you with the legend's greatest hits and deep cuts.
WHY? With songs like, Born In The USA, Glory Days, Streets of Philadelphia and many more, this is a night of passion for Springsteen!
Courtyard Theatre
£20
ELO Again
The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
ELO Again are back with their stunning Re-Discovery Tour celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
Now in their 8th year ELO Again really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday. The whole experience is professionally re-enacted with a great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects. Expect the spectacular live effect of ELO’s famous orchestrations, soaring strings and vocals.
WHY? With all the big hits – Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Sweet Talkin’ Woman, Shine a Little Love, Confusion, Last Train to London, Roll Over Beethoven and more
Courtyard Theatre
£16
The Total 60s and 70s Show
Experience the two greatest decades in rock.
Take yourself back to an era of big riffs, timeless tracks and unforgettable anthems by artists including T Rex, David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Cream, Jeff Beck, The Kinks, Cream, Jimi Hendrix and more. Get down to the true spirit of the 60s and 70s, when the world was changing and so were we!
The band features top musicians who have worked with members of The Who, David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and The Small Faces:
Johnny Warman (vocals)
Marcus Flynn (guitar - from The Guitar Legends)
Steve Tilling (bass and vocals)
Richard Willoughby (drums)
WHY? ‘Well worth checking these guys out. Not to be missed’ The Who
‘The greatest sixties band on the planet’ Time Out
‘Songs to delight the diehard fans and casual observers… played stunningly’ The Herald
‘If you want to see an electric performance by a band that loves music and loves what they do, go and see the Johnny Warman's Magic Bus’ Ridge Radio
Courtyard Theatre
£17
The Total Who Show
Get ready for two hours of hits and classics by The Who - including Won't Get Fooled Again, My Generation, Pinball Wizard, Who Are You, Substitute, Can't Explain, The Seeker and I Can See For Miles.
Performed by Johnny Warman's Magic Bus. The band features a line up of top musicians who have performed with Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend and John Entwistle from the band itself.
They have worked also worked with the likes of David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and The Small Faces.
WHY? 'Well worth checking these guys out. Not to be missed' The Who
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Kris Drever
Kris Drever is a Scottish folk singer songwriter.
He has won multiple awards including an incredible seven BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, two shortlist nominations for Scottish Album of The Year (with his trio Lau) and much acclaim for his solo recordings and concerts including glowing reviews from The Herald, The Guardian, Mojo and Q Magazine.
His recent single Scapa Flow 1919 was nominated for Best Original Track by BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards whilst his (John Parish produced) album with Lau Midnight and Closedown was released in 2019 by Reveal Records to wild acclaim including being chosen in The Best Albums of The Year feature by The Guardian.
Drever’s voice and guitar form a part of the backbone of today’s contemporary roots and folk scene. Hugely admired as a solo artist, collaborator, a phenomenal and prolific artist. Kris has collaborated with Cream’s Jack Bruce, Bela Fleck, Tinariwen, Joan As Police Woman, Jerry Douglas, Danny Thompson, Tim O’Brien, Sarah Jarosz, Shawn Colvin, Phil Cunningham, Rosanne Cash, Roddy Woomble, Eddi Reader, Adem, Kate Rusby, Julie Fowlis, Karine Polwart, Seckou Keita and many more. One of Scotland’s finest and most in demand musicians.
'The folk revival has a new standard bearer' Q
'Folk Singer of The Year & Best Original Track Award Winner' BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2017
'Completely infectious' ★★★★★ BBC Music
'Utterly stunning' fRoots
'Immense yet ultra-supple sophistication, musicianship of the first order...a breath of fresh air' Songlines
'Guitarist with that bravely experimental trio Lau, Kris Drever has all the makings of a solo celebrity' ★★★★ The Guardian
'Kris Drever is a serious talent' Mojo
Kingdom of Madness: Classic Magnum
Members of Magnum’s classic-era line-ups and other top-drawer rock alumni unite to perform classic Magnum songs from the celebrated 1978-94 period.
Mark Stanway (keyboards), Micky Barker (drums), Richard Bailey (keyboards/flute) and Mo Birch (vocals/percussion), all of whom have previously performed with Magnum, provide the nucleus of Kingdom of Madness.
For their 2021 shows they are joined by vocalist Tony Martin, best known for his decade spent fronting Black Sabbath, bassist Brian Badhams (Bernie Marsden’s Alaska, Steve Gibbons Band) and guitarist Alan Bell.
One of the UK’s finest exponents of melodic rock music, Magnum achieved high album and singles chart positions in both the UK and Europe and gained a reputation as one of the UK most captivating live bands.
This reunion of former members of one the UK’s most revered melodic rock bands to perform music that has touched the hearts of several generations of music fans has been met with the highest acclaim from both music critics and audiences alike.
Courtyard Theatre
£20
Alvin Youngblood Hart
The New Orleans native is known as one of the world's foremost practitioners of country blues.
Alvin is a faithful torchbearer for 1960s and 1970s guitar rock, Western Swing and vintage country. He is a Grammy Award winner and has released a Grammy Award nominated album. He has appeared on BBC2’s Later with Jools Holland and BBC4’s Blues on Later.
WHY? ‘The boy got thunder in his hands!’ Taj Mahal
Studio
£14
Danni Nicholls
Danni’s passionate delivery, guitar play, captivating velvet voice and charmingly engaging between-song banter offer spell binding performances.
Having received consecutive AMA-UK award nominations (2017 UK Album of the Year for Mockingbird Lane, 2018 UK Artist of the Year), touring with legends Shakin' Stevens, Lucinda Williams, also The Secret Sisters, singer-songwriter Danni Nicholls has been enjoying an incredible ride.
Her third studio album The Melted Morning was released 2019.
WHY? 'An incredibly well-crafted album' ★★★★★ Maverick Magazine
'A polished dark gem' Americana-UK
'I absolutely love the elegance and beauty of her music' Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2
Studio
£12.50
Siobhan Miller
One of Scotland’s foremost folk singers, Siobhan Miller is an exceptional talent.
She is renowned for her unique vocal style paired with evocative song-writing, and a fusion of indie and alternative music with her strong folk roots. She is backed by three musicians on guitar, bass and fiddle.
WHY? Alongside a 2018 BBC Radio 2 Folk Award, she is the only ever three-time winner of Scots Singer of the Year at the BBC Alba Scots Trad Music Awards
Studio
£16.50