Arts & Entertainment
Discover the best news and stories about art, music, theatre, film, entertainment, and cultural events in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
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2:22 A Ghost Story – a chilling exploration of the fragile fault lines between trust, scepticism and belief
A sharp, suspenseful thriller that unfolds in real time, 2:22 A Ghost Story examines trust, mortality, and the fragile fault lines between scepticism and belief.
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Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts expands across Oxfordshire with new opening in Bloxham
A new Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts has opened in Bloxham, led by the Martin family. The launch marks the fourth PQA in Oxfordshire and reflects rising demand for performing arts education across the region.
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Preview: Production images from A Midsummer Night’s Dream UK tour heading to Oxford
Headlong has unveiled production images for its bold new UK tour of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The co-production with Shakespeare’s Globe plays at Leeds Playhouse before touring to Bristol Old Vic and Oxford Playhouse, reimagining Shakespeare’s classic through a fresh contemporary lens.
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Here & Now – The Steps Musical: A Joyful Celebration of Pop, Friendship and Community
Here & Now – The Steps Musical brings friendship, love, and life to the stage with infectious energy and iconic pop hits. With a talented, diverse cast and a story full of heart, this feel-good show delivers laughter, nostalgia, and pure entertainment for all generations.
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New Theatre Oxford announces audition opportunity for young performers
New Theatre Oxford has partnered with Scott’s Performing Arts to offer young performers aged 8–18 the chance to audition for Fame Jr. Successful applicants will rehearse and perform the high-energy musical on the theatre’s main stage this August, supported by industry professionals.
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Henley Festival unveils spectacular 2026 line up for five summer nights
Henley Festival has revealed its 2026 line-up, with Boy George & Culture Club, Sugababes, Lulu and Alex James’ Britpop Classical headlining five black-tie summer nights on the iconic Floating Stage from 8 to 12 July.
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Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum to showcase county’s military story in 50 objects
A new exhibition at Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum will explore the county’s military heritage through 50 objects, from Roman Britain and Waterloo to D-Day and the Second World War.
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Abingdon Drama Club to stage family drama ‘Things I Know to Be True’ at Unicorn Theatre
Abingdon Drama Club presents Andrew Bovell’s Things I Know to Be True at the Unicorn Theatre this March — a powerful and moving exploration of family, love and identity.
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Katherine Jenkins celebrates 25 years in music with Oxford date on 2026 UK anniversary tour
Katherine Jenkins will perform at Oxford’s New Theatre in October 2026 as part of her 25th anniversary UK and Ireland tour, celebrating a milestone career with a run of 18 special shows featuring her greatest hits.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival comes to Amey Theatre, Abingdon this March and April
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns in 2026, bringing extreme adventure, inspiring human stories and breath-taking landscapes to Amey Theatre, Abingdon, on 05 March and 30 April.
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Stage Watch: Burlesque, Harry Potter, Cyrano, Here & Now, and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
From glittering musical tours to spellbinding West End finales, lyrical reimaginings of classics, toe-tapping pop-inspired shows, and explosive psychological drama, there’s a theatre experience for every taste this season.
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Oxford alumni nominated for 2026 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction longlist
Four Oxford-connected writers have been named on the 2026 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction longlist, part of a “hopeful” selection celebrating outstanding narrative non-fiction across politics, memoir, science, history and art.
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Sunny Afternoon – genuine cultural symmetry as the story of “The Kinks” comes home to Oxford
The Olivier Award-winning musical celebrated the rise of The Kinks with original hits, compelling storytelling, and a vibrant live performance that reconnected audiences with a pivotal chapter in British music history.
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From Cromwell to Antarctica: Museum of Oxford reveals half-term and spring 2026 highlights
The Museum of Oxford has revealed its spring 2026 programme, offering tours, talks and family activities that explore the city’s history through rare objects, hidden stories and hands-on experiences in Oxford Town Hall.
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Oxford indie trio Black Hats announce new single “Witness To Everything”
Oxford indie trio Black Hats release “Witness To Everything” on 09 March 2026, delivering sharp grooves, punchy guitars and urgent energy as part of a four-track single project set for release later this year.
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Vale and Downland Museum named in Small Business Britain Green Growth 100 list
The Vale and Downland Museum has been named in the UK’s Green Growth 100, recognising its sustainability-led approach, renewable energy investment and leadership among small cultural organisations tackling climate change.