Magical Christmas show for families – Miki – brought to Maidenhead, Berkshire
Magical Christmas show for families – Miki – brought to Maidenhead, Berkshire by Norden Farm this season.
Based on the highly acclaimed book by children’s author Stephen Mackey, Miki is an inspiring story about friendship, courage, and adventure. It will hit Norden Farm’s stage in Maidenhead in November and December and was created by Slot Machine and co-produced by Norden Farm. Slot Machine have previously brought the hit shows One Snowy Night and Kipper’s Snowy Day to Norden Farm, so Miki is the third in a trilogy of work co-produced by Norden Farm and Slot Machine. The family show features amazing underwater creatures, enchanting music, and extraordinary puppetry and is suitable for children aged from 3 years.
Miki, Polar Bear and Penguin live in a very faraway place. It’s an icy world where nothing ever grows. One midwinter eve, they make a wish and Miki embarks on a magical adventure in search of a star…
The show is on stage from 28 November to 30 December on selected dates, with morning and afternoon shows. There will be Relaxed Performances on 2 December at 11am and 27 December at 11am – ideal for families with children with special educational needs and disabilities. There will also be a Signed Performance on 20 December at 2pm. All shows last 50 minutes and tickets are between £13.50 and £15.50 (Family and Friends, 4 people £54). Children under 18 months do not need tickets or seats. Tickets can be booked online at nordenfarm.org or by calling the Box Office on 01628 788997.
The cast for Miki includes Shakara Rose Carter (Miki), Rob Astillo (Bear/Tingly Tangly Jellyfish), Sophie Wilkinson (Penguin) and Georgie Murphy (cover). Full their full biographies visit nordenfarm.org.
The second magical Christmas show brought to the stage by Norden Farm this festive season is The Adventures of The Little Red Hen, presented by Stuff and Nonsense Theatre and performed at the Curve Venue in Slough between the 12 and 16 December. Audiences can expect an energetic and funny adaptation of this much-loved children’s story.
Praise for Miki:
‘Young audiences alternate between giggling with delight and total transfixion’ ★★★★ The Stage
‘The perfect treat to keep the magic of the season alive’ UK Theatre Network
‘Love, friendship, a magical Winter wonderland and a crab in funky footwear- Miki is magnificent’ Muddy Stilettos
‘My children were totally absorbed by Miki from start to finish’ Breath of Fresh Air Marlow
‘Accompanied by a very apt haunting and melodic Sigur Rós-esque soundtrack, which felt like the musical equivalent of the Aurora Borealis, and with a playful juxtaposition of scale and different perspectives’ The Henley Standard
‘The children in the audience remained engaged and enthused throughout which was a delight to see’ Bracknell Family Hub
‘The show made a particularly drizzly day in Winter come alive with magic, snow, ice and twinkles!’ Families Magazine
‘The actors’ clever use of voice manipulation kept the audience engaged and made each scene come to life’ Maidenhead Advertiser
‘There were so many characters and costume changes involved – I actually think they were shapeshifters – it was impressive!’ WycMum
‘My little ones were transfixed from the moment they sat down, I’m not sure I’ve ever seen them sit so still!’ Little Ankle Biters
Website and ticketing links:
Norden Farm website: http://nordenfarm.org/
Slot Machine Theatre website: https://www.slotmachinetheatre.com/
Promo film for Miki here: Miki : Slot Machine Theatre
Miki tickets are available from the Norden Farm Box Office on 01628 788997 or online at www.nordenfarm.org or https://norden.farm/events/miki (please use this link with any online coverage).
The Adventures of The Little Red tickets are available from the Curve Venue Box Office on 01753 303035 or online at https://curvevenue.uk/events/the-adventures-of-the-little-red-hen
