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Murder in the Cathedral
21 April to 25 April
About Murder in the Cathedral
Presented by Oxford Theatre Guild
By T.S. Eliot
“Saints are not made by accident.”
A radical priest returns from exile to an uncertain welcome. Women gather by the Cathedral to seek sanctuary from an increasingly dangerous world. The church is in conflict with the state and shadowy forces seek to take matters into their own hands.
Written against the backdrop of the rise of fascism in the 1930s, T.S. Eliot’s powerful retelling of the final days of Thomas Becket is one of the most influential plays of the twentieth century.
The resolute Women of Canterbury are at the heart of the performance, their voices and watchful presence a constant reminder of the human cost of conflict, forcing us to bear witness to a nation in turmoil.
Following their acclaimed Pygmalion, Oxford Theatre Guild, Oxford’s leading amateur theatre company, returns to The Playhouse with a bold and evocative production of Eliot’s thought-provoking and relevant masterpiece.
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
£15.00
A £2.75 booking fee per transaction applies to this event across all channels – website, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for members, schools, groups and access bookers.
Dates & times:
Tuesday 21 to Saturday 25 April 2026
Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm
Saturday at 2.30pm
Running time:
2 hours 20 minutes, including an interval
Age guidance:
12+
About Oxford Playhouse
Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.
The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.
The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.
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