Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe
This free exhibition explores the portraits of three rulers – Fath Ali Shah Qajar, King George III, and Napoleon Bonaparte – revealing how art conveyed their authority, ambition, and personality
This free exhibition explores the portraits of three rulers – Fath Ali Shah Qajar, King George III, and Napoleon Bonaparte – revealing how art conveyed their authority, ambition, and personality
This exhibition at the Ashmolean showcases Pat Suet-Bik Hui and the tradition of the ‘three perfections’, blending poetry, calligraphy, and painting across centuries.
Beauty and the Beast is a magical pantomime, a world of enchantment, unforgettable storytelling, and non-stop laughter.
Through the Fence brings together Israeli artist Sofia Wierkus and Palestinian artist Violette Baransi, whose collaborative work explores the human impact of conflict. Through printmaking, film and mixed media, they offer a deeply personal, non-partisan reflection on life on both sides of the divide.
Join OXOPS as they present a brand-new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s timeless classic, The Sound of Music.
Abingdon Drama Club’s The Snow Queen reimagines the classic fairytale with a 90s grunge edge. Directed by Alexandra Jenkins, the production runs 15 to 24 January at the Unicorn Theatre, blending music, emotion, and theatrical spectacle.
For one night only, the spotlight shines on the Kings and Queens of country music in a celebration like no other.
About Abingdon Farmers’ Market Abingdon Farmers’ Market is run by the Thames Valley Farmers’ Market Co-operative which exists to manage and promote Farmers’ Markets, enabling farmers and small producers to […]
Mark Simmons, known from Mock The Week, BT Sport, and ITV, returns in 2026 with Jest To Impress. Expect razor-sharp one-liners, spontaneous audience-driven jokes, and the continued success of his acclaimed podcast Jokes With Mark Simmons.
Mark Watson marks 20 years in stand-up with a frantic, funny new show inspired by a chance encounter that sparked thoughts about humanity’s future. Expect his trademark wit on everything from awkward confessions to the state of the UK sausage industry
Fresh from a multi-award-winning, sellout Edinburgh Fringe run, Joz Norris presents a surreal, thoughtful new show exploring ambition, closure and what comes after completing your life’s work. Expect the inventive, absurd brilliance fans know from his acclaimed BBC Radio 4 projects.
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