Arts & Culture
Discover the best news and stories about art, music, theatre, film, entertainment, and cultural events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
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Bob Geldof’s Live Aid musical ‘Just For One Day’ to play New Theatre Oxford
The acclaimed West End production Just For One Day – The Live Aid Musical has announced a major UK and Ireland tour for 2027, with a confirmed run at New Theatre Oxford.
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Stage Watch: Miss Saigon, Paddington The Musical, High Society, Sleeping Beauty & Winter Sale
Whether you’re planning a family outing, a festive treat, or a spontaneous night at the theatre, this week’s picks deliver magic in every form.
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Oxford Hoops celebrates 30 years and pushes for permanent home
Oxford Hoops marks 30 years and seeks a permanent home to support its expanding squads. With 300 players and rising costs, the club hopes a dedicated venue will secure its future and allow further growth across Oxford.
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Nile Rodgers & Chic announced for 2026 Hampton Court Palace Festival lineup
Nile Rodgers & Chic join a stellar 2026 line-up for Hampton Court Palace Festival, performing alongside Sophie Ellis-Bextor, David Gray, OMD and Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classics. The festival returns in June for intimate concerts set within the historic Tudor palace.
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Alanis Morissette completes lineup for Blenheim Palace Festival 2026
Alanis Morissette completes the line-up for the debut Blenheim Palace Festival in 2026, joining Katy Perry, Neil Young, Michael Bublé and more. She will perform on 28 June with special guests Skunk Anansie at the stunning Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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A Baroque Christmas returns to Bampton with festive musical masterpieces
Bampton Classical Opera celebrates the festive season with a Baroque Christmas concert this December, featuring Charpentier’s Messe de minuit and works by Purcell and Buxtehude. A joyful evening of music, atmosphere, and seasonal warmth awaits.
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Gipsy Kings and Ronan Keating announced as 2026 Party in the Paddock headliners
Newbury Racecourse has confirmed the Gipsy Kings and Ronan Keating as the first headliners for Party in the Paddock 2026. The performances take place on 17 and 18 July, with priority ticket access opening on 04 December.
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Oxford University unveils Catalysts portrait series honouring global research leaders
The Bodleian Libraries and British Journal of Photography have unveiled Catalysts, a portrait series honouring Oxford researchers whose work is shaping global health, climate action, education, and social justice.
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Waterperry Opera announces 2026 mainstage productions and creative teams
Waterperry Opera Festival’s 2026 season will feature new English-language productions of Puccini’s La Bohème and Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love, led by acclaimed creative teams and rising opera stars. Full programme details will be announced in January.
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Bampton Classical Opera reveals winners of 2025 Young Singers’ Competition
Soprano Seohyun Go has won Bampton Classical Opera’s 2025 Young Singers’ Competition, with Emma Roberts and Erin Rossington sharing Second Prize and Daniel Peter Silcock securing the Accompanists’ Prize after an exceptional final at Wolfson College, Oxford.
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Waterperry Opera Festival unveils La Bohème and The Elixir of Love for 2026
Waterperry Opera Festival will headline La Bohème and The Elixir of Love at its 2026 festival. Performed in English and led by acclaimed creative teams, the productions continue the festival’s mission to deliver imaginative, accessible opera in Waterperry’s iconic gardens.
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Stage Watch: Black Friday Deals, Pinocchio, Beauty and the Beast, Wicked, and Festive Pantomimes
From Black Friday ticket deals to family pantos like Pinocchio and Beauty and the Beast, and West End favourites including Wicked, there’s something for every theatre-goer this season.
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Michael Bublé joins star-studded lineup for debut Blenheim Palace Festival 2026
Michael Bublé has been confirmed as the latest headliner for the inaugural Blenheim Palace Festival in 2026. He joins a high-profile lineup including Katy Perry, Neil Young, Teddy Swims and Pete Tong Ibiza Classics for a spectacular series of open-air concerts at the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts to headline Blenheim Palace Festival 2026
Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts will headline Blenheim Palace Festival 2026, joined by Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton. They join a high-profile lineup including Katy Perry, Teddy Swims, and Pete Tong for the festival’s debut year.
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Pakistan gifts landmark Islamic artwork to Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies
The Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies has added its first Pakistani artwork to its permanent collection – a striking Amin Gulgee sculpture gifted by the Government of Pakistan, symbolising deepening academic and cultural ties.
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Enjoy festive family fun with a Nutcracker-inspired Christmas at Cliveden
Cliveden has brought The Nutcracker to life this Christmas with sparkling decorations, extended evening openings, festive food, family games, and carol singing.