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Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe

Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street, Oxford

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

Free

Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections

Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street, Oxford

This exhibition at the Ashmolean showcases Pat Suet-Bik Hui and the tradition of the ‘three perfections’, blending poetry, calligraphy, and painting across centuries.

Free

Peter Rhoades & Emma Baldwin: Hand to Eye

The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade, Oxford

This exhibition showcases rarely seen works by Peter Rhoades from the 1970s–80s alongside wheel-thrown ceramics by Emma Baldwin. Together, their pieces explore observation, tradition and the boundary between functional craft and fine art.

Free

The Talented Mr Ripley

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street, Aylesbury

This tense new adaptation of Ripley follows Tom Ripley’s descent into obsession, deception and murder in 1950s Italy. With Ed McVey, Bruce Herbelin-Earle and Maisie Smith leading a ten-strong cast, it’s a stylish, chilling tale of identity and ambition.

From £15.00

Dear England

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New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street, Oxford

Dear England is an uplifting, heartbreaking, and inspiring story of Gareth Southgate’s revolutionary tenure as England football manager.

From £15.00

Company

Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street, Oxford

Join Company for a fresh staging that brings new life to Sondheim’s legendary musical comedy about life, love and marriage.

£15.00

Abba Nation

The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury Spiceball Park, Banbury

One of the UK’s leading tribute acts, Abba Nation celebrates Abba’s iconic sound with a joyful, authentic performance packed with timeless hits. From Eurovision glory to dancefloor favourites, expect a dazzling night of nostalgia, energy and pure pop magic.

£24.50

Darren Walsh: Do You Like Puns?

The Beacon, Wantage Portway, Wantage

Witness award-winning punster Darren Walsh live, combining sound effects, videos, and improvised jokes based on audience suggestions.

£18.00

Celebrating Barry – The Ultimate Barry Manilow Show

Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames

Celebrating Barry is a spectacular tribute to Barry Manilow’s legendary Las Vegas shows. With Wayne Denton’s award-winning performance, replica jackets, a full orchestra and backing singers, expect an electrifying night packed with iconic hits and unforgettable showmanship.

£30.00