book tickets
Avalon Edinburgh Preview: Pierre Novellie and Toussaint Douglas
A double header of comedy as two top comedians warm up ahead of the Edinburgh Festival.
Pierre Novellie
Stand-up comedian, writer, radio host and podcaster. Pierre is co-host of The Frank Skinner Show on Absolute Radio, and recent TV appearances include World’s Most Dangerous Roads (Dave), The Mash Report (BBC2), and Stand Up Central (Comedy Central). On the radio, Pierre has performed on The Now Show (Radio 4), hosts the BBC Sounds podcast series Obsessed With… SAS: Rogue Heroes and co-hosts the hit Budpod podcast alongside Phil Wang. As a writer, Pierre was one of the regular writers on the rebooted Spitting Image (ITV/Britbox) and has also written on shows including Mock the Week (BBC2), The News Quiz (Radio 4) and The Mash Report (BBC2).
Toussaint Douglas
One of comedy’s most exciting and talked about new names and is already making serious waves across the industry. His innovative brand of stand up mixes the personal with the political, whilst adding a uniquely absurdist slant to brilliant comic effect.
His extensive list of credits include Late Night Mash (DAVE), Outsiders (DAVE), Hypothetical (DAVE), Comedians Giving Lectures (FAVE), Unforgivable (DAVE), Alan Davies, As Yet Untitled (DAVE), Funny Festival Live (BBC One), Question Team (DAVE) BBC Presents: Stand Up For Live Comedy (BBC Three), The News Quiz (BBC Radio 4) and Dead Ringers (BBC Radio 4).
'There’s something of a Richard Ayoade vibe to Toussaint Douglass, stiffly awkward and on a different plane from rest of the world. He creates vivid, slightly absurd, images of his life…but it’s skillfully concealed beneath a charming quirkiness. One of the best and most distinctive acts' Chortle
Avalon Edinburgh Preview line ups are subject to change.
Studio
£13.50
Pierre Novellie
Pierre's website
Insta pierrenovellie
Fb PierreNovellie
Toussaint Douglas
Insta toussaint_gram
other events you may be interested in
Align and Flow Yoga
Led by Deborah Le Vene-Page
Align and Flow Yoga is influenced by the biomechanics and heart orientated philosophy of the Anusara Hatha style of yoga. With a specific alignment focus within the flow of postures the practice will tone and strengthen the body, improve posture and create more freedom in the body and mind resulting in a calm and relaxed state of being.
Each week there will be a different theme weaving its’ way through the session, but a typical class starts with breathing techniques to centre and ground, poses to warm up and then progresses to a fun and challenging mix of vinyasa and alignment yoga.
This class is designed to cultivate focus, stamina, strength, and flexibility. Leaving time at the end for a well-deserved relaxation.
Come prepared for an energising class that will also leave you feeling relaxed.
Age guidance: 18+ years
Spring
Sat 8 Mar - 26 Apr (8 weeks)
Summer
Sat 3 May - 21 Jun (8 weeks)
Sat 12 Jul - 16 Aug (6 weeks)
10am - 11am
£13 per session | £88 per 8 week course | £66 per 6 week course
Please note that the sessions below will be covered by the following tutors:
Sat 12 Apr and 14 Jun - Sarah Norman
Sat 19 Apr and 21 Jun - Michelle Carvill
Suitable for all levels of experience. Please bring a yoga mat with you.
Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience
PIG changes are coming!
Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby!
There’s no better time to embark on a full house renovation, shop for a new car and make special memories together. Celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heartwarming moments.
With 10 oinktastic new episodes, 6 brand new songs and music videos, your little ones can dance and sing along with Peppa and her family and friends. The wait is finally over... join Peppa and George as they meet their new baby sibling for the first time at Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience!
Relaxed screenings
All of our screenings of Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience are Relaxed - everyone is welcome to join us for this friendly format. The lights are kept on low and the audience are free to move around, make noise or come in and out of the theatre as needed.
Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£12 | £10 under 16s
Disney's Snow White (PG)
Dir: Marc Webb 2024 | 109 mins
A live-action reimagining of the classic 1937 film. A magical adventure starring Rachel Zegler in the title role and Gal Gadot as her Stepmother, the Evil Queen.
Journey back to the timeless story with beloved characters Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy.
£9 | £7 under 16s
Family & Friends (4 people) £28
Relaxed screenings
All of our screenings of Disney's Snow White are Relaxed - everyone is welcome to join us for this friendly format. The lights are kept on low and the audience are free to move around, make noise or come in and out of the theatre as needed.
Bring Baby Screening
The screening on Sat 24 May 11am is exclusively for parents, carers and grown-ups with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including a cup of tea/coffee); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.
The JJ Cale Story
The UK's only J J Cale tribute act.
Now in their third year. Playing all his classic hits from Magnolia, After Midnight, Cocaine and many more which established JJ Cale's reputation as the master of laid back rhythm and blues.
Featuring songs from his collaboration album with Eric Clapton, Road to Escondido.
Studio
£16.50
The End (12A)
Dir: Joshua Oppenheimer 2024 | 149 mins
A Golden Age-style musical about one of the last families alive on Earth.
When the sudden arrival of a young stranger threatens the family’s luxurious compound deep underground, the son of the family begins to question their seemingly perfect existence.
Starring Tilda Swinton, Michael Shannon and George MacKay.
£10.50 | £9.50 conc
Neon Members - Free membership for ages 16 - 25
£5 (offer applied in basket once logged in). Find out more about Neon Membership here.
Three Films Ticket Offer
£9 | £8 conc tickets when you book for three films at the same time. Offer excludes event cinema screenings. Offer applied in basket.
Follow us on Letterboxd – the social platform for film lovers!
The perfect place to discover the latest films – as well as those you may have missed. Follow us here for the latest line ups, film news and reviews from our team.
Crafternoons - Tuesdays
Led by Creative Eye
Norden Farm's Crafternoons are relaxed crafting sessions for older people.
Get crafty with a range of activities, or bring along your own projects to work on with support from tutor Kayleigh Robinson.
You can learn new skills, meet new people and try something new, a cup of tea is included with the ticket price. Come either Tuesday or Wednesday and join in that week's craft. If you are unable to attend in person you can log on from home to chat and join in the session.
Spring Season
Tues 11 Mar - Felt Keyring / Brooch
Tues 18 Mar - Woven Basket
Tues 25 Mar - Wool Hoop Art
Tues 1 Apr - Book Folded Sheep
Tues 8 Apr - Fabric Flower
Tues 15 Apr - Cube Bunny
Tues 22 Apr - Embossed Foil Decorations
Tues 29 Apr - Iris Paper Folding
Summer
Tues 6 May - Stencilled Hoop Art
Tues 13 May - Cupcake Case Flowers
Tues 20 May - No Session
Tues 27 May - Abstract Square Art
Tues 3 Jun - Glass Magnets
Tues 10 Jun - Mini Decoupage Sign
Tues 17 Jun - Quilling
Tues 24 Jun - Yarn Wrapped Vases / Jars
Tues 1 Jul - Dotty Tote Bags
Tues 8 Jul - Dried Flower Art
Tues 15 Jul - Wood Slice Nail Art
Tues 22 Jul - No Session
Tues 29 Jul - Bird Seed Ornaments
Tues 5 Aug - Yarn Canvas Art
Tues 12 Aug - Air Dry Clay Candle Holder
Social Arts Crafternoons is a partially funded project run by Norden Farm with support from The Berkshire Community Foundation.
Local transport can be provided as part of the ticket price for those attending on a Wednesday.
If you need transport to Norden Farm for the Wednesday sessions please contact Jess Thompson at [email protected] / 01628 682563 to talk through your requirements.
Suitable for ages 60+ years.
2pm - 3pm
£6.50 per session, including a cup of tea
MET Opera: Il Barbiere di Siviglia
Event cinema screening.
Be transported to the sun-drenched streets of 18th century Seville as Bartlett Sher’s witty production of Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia comes to the big screen.
The Metropolitan Opera’s stellar cast features former Royal Opera Jette Parker Young Artists, Aigul Akhmetshina (Rosina), Jack Swanson (Count Almaviva) in his Met debut, Andrey Zhilikhovsky (Figaro), Peter Kálmán (Dr. Bartolo) and Alexander Vinogradov (Don Basilio), all under the baton of Giacomo Sagripanti.
Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£17
Running time: 3 hours 35 minutes, one interval
Norden Farm Choir
Led by Seann Wilkinson
A non-audition community choir open to all. Working on everything from Madonna to Les Mis, from gospel to pop - this is an opportunity to meet people, learn some harmonies and sing your hearts out. No experience required. Enthusiasm absolutely necessary!
Spring
Tues 14 Jan - 1 Apr (excl 18 Feb)
7.30pm – 9pm
Summer
Tues 22 Apr - 22 Jul (excl 27 May)
7.30pm – 9pm
£11 per session | £130 per 13 week term
have your say