Collection: What’s on in April
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Into Battle: The Art of British War Comics
A new exhibition that will offer visitors a chance to explore the history of British war comics through the archives of classic comic titles such as War Picture Library and Battle Action
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About Labyrinth: Knossos, Myth & Reality
Discover the palace of Knossos on the island of Crete, and the search for the labyrinth, in this major exhibition at the Ashmolean.
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Carey Young
In this major new exhibition, Carey Young focuses her astute vision on female identity with works depicting women working in law and industry.
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Dia al-Azzawi – Painting Poetry
This free exhibition presents artworks and ‘dafatir’ from Dia al-Azzawi – an internationally recognised and highly-influential contemporary Iraqi painter and sculptor.
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The Magic of Motown
Celebrate the sound of a generation with one very special night of The Magic of Motown! Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breathtaking live concert spectacular.
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The Creation with Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra
In the building where Haydn received his Oxford doctorate, the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is joined by soloists and the Choir of Merton College for Haydn’s most inspired ‘creation’.
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Jousting tournament at Blenheim Palace
Step back in time to medieval England and join the Blenheim Palace Team for an action-packed weekend of jousting tournament.
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Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society Spring Concert
Come and enjoy some interesting and maybe unknown pieces at the Kidlington Amateur Operatic Society Spring Concert.
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Chipping Norton Literary Festival 2023
Since 2012 Chipping Norton has held its Literary Festival each April, celebrating writing and reading in attractive venues at the heart of this charming Cotswold town.
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The Spongebob Musical
An exciting new production featuring irresistible characters, magical choreography and dazzling costumes; this deep-sea pearl of a show is really set to make a splash with audiences young and old as the must-see musical of 2023.
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Bicester Heritage April 2023 Scramble
A sell-out in record time in 2022, the Bicester Heritage April Scramble is always a special family- and dog-friendly laid-back Sunday in spring, in the company of some spectacular machines, with fresh air aplenty.
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American Journey with Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra
Between them, Aaron Copland and Samuel Barber defined the orchestral sound of America in the first half of the 20th century. But plenty of gems of American music remain undiscovered.