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SUMMARY:Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe
DESCRIPTION:Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe\n\n\n\nThis free exhibition examines the power of portraits in shaping the image of three contemporaneous rulers: Fath Ali Shah Qajar (1797–1834)\, King George III (1760–1820)\, and Napoleon Bonaparte (1799–1814)\, offering a fascinating reflection on the role of imagery in both personal and political life. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing works on different media from Iran\, Britain\, and France\, the display reveals the strategies these leaders and their image-makers used to convey authority\, ambition\, and personality. \n\n\n\nFor the first time in over a century\, the exhibition also presents two recently restored Qajar paintings\, alongside insights from their conservation discoveries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking informatio\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nGallery 29 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSelected artworks on display\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Seated Portrait of Fath Ali Shah of Iran retouched & conserved\, about 1798\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Portrait of a setar player\, 1797–1798. Detail from the retouched and conserved portrait of a setar player\, signed Mirza Muhammad\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Portrait of King George III\, after 1800. Engraving by Anthony Cardon\, after William Beechey © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Miniature Portrait of Napoleon I\, 19th century. Watercolour on ivory miniature by Jean-Baptiste Isabey © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Caricature of George III as Cheyt Singh\, about 1786. Hand-coloured engraving © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Mirror case depicting Fath ‘Ali Shah’. Carved ivory mirror case from Iran by Muhammad Ali © Ashmolean Museum
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/images-of-authority-portraits-between-iran-and-europe/
LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH
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SUMMARY:Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections
DESCRIPTION:Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections\n\n\n\nThis exhibition celebrates the work of Pat Suet-Bik Hui 許雪碧 (b. 1943)\, a US-based Hong Kong artist\, shown alongside others who explore the tradition of the ‘three perfections’ 三絕 – the harmonious blending of poetry\, calligraphy\, and painting. \n\n\n\nFeaturing works by Hui\, her contemporaries\, her teacher Lui Shou-Kwan\, and artists of his generation\, as well as earlier examples from the 17th to 19th centuries\, the exhibition offers a rich context for understanding Hui as both an innovator and a guardian of tradition. \n\n\n\nIn this artistic lineage\, calligraphic brushstrokes carry as much compositional weight as painted forms\, while poetry and imagery combine to create expressions neither can achieve alone. \n\n\n\nHui’s contemporary approach merges abstract and semi-abstract ink and colour washes with understated calligraphy\, inscribing poems that reflect on themes including love\, loss\, and the quiet joys of drinking. \n\n\n\nVisitors will find translations of many inscribed poems and guidance on interpreting the interplay of painting\, calligraphy\, and poetry within individual works. \n\n\n\nHui gifted her paintings to art historian Michael Sullivan\, whose collection was bequeathed to the Ashmolean Museum in 2013. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrice: \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nGallery 11 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Painting with Poem by Xin Qiji\, Pat Suet-Bik Hui & Wucius Wong\, 1987\, ink & colour on paper © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Painting with poem by Paul Ka-Yin Kwok\, Pat Suet-Bik Hui & Paul Ka-Yin Kwok\, 1999\, ink colour on paper © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		Painting with poem by Nara Singde\, Pat Suet-Bik Hui\, 1991\, ink & colour on paper © Ashmolean Museum
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/pat-suet-bik-hui-the-three-perfections/
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SUMMARY:The Drawing Project
DESCRIPTION:The Drawing Project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Drawing Project\n\n\n\nThe Drawing Project is a collaborative work involving sixteen artists and two paintings from the Ashmolean Museum: The Forest Fire by Piero di Cosimo and The Exposition of Moses by Nicholas Poussin. The aim was to produce drawings that worked collectively as well as individually. \n\n\n\nThe artists produced drawings which were then assembled to become full-scale representations of the original paintings. The four assembled collaborative representations are made of fifteen individually drawn sections. Each artist produced their drawings to scale using a variety of drawing and painting media\, with some also working in collage. \n\n\n\nDuring eight months\, over sixty individual project drawings were produced and then assembled into four large drawings representing the original paintings.  \n\n\n\nThe finished assembled works are 1:1 representations of the original paintings; two in colour and two in black and white. Some of the artists have also produced additional work referencing the original paintings. \n\n\n\nAt the Ashmolean Museum\, there’s a wonderful opportunity for both families and adults to attend a workshop inspired by the exhibition. Please see below for the dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFree event \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 February to 07 March 2026 \n\n\n\nExhibition Opening \n\n\n\nThursday 12 February 6.00pm to 8.00pm \n\n\n\nPlease join for drinks to celebrate the opening of this exhibition \n\n\n\nFree event. No booking required \n\n\n\nMeet the Artists \n\n\n\nMonday 16 February 2.00pm to 3.30pm and Saturday 28 February 2.00pm to 3.30pm \n\n\n\nJoin the artists for a tea\, talk and an informal tour of the exhibition \n\n\n\nFree event. No booking required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-drawing-project/
LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN
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SUMMARY:Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
DESCRIPTION:Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?\n\n\n\nAn Oxford Playhouse Production \n\n\n\nBy Edward Albee \n\n\n\nDirected by Mike Tweddle \n\n\n\nOne evening. Two couples. No place to hide. \n\n\n\nWelcome to the small hours at George and Martha’s – the alcohol is flowing\, the gloves are off\, and the games are just getting started. \n\n\n\nEdward Albee’s multi-award-winning play Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is a wild\, gripping and darkly funny exploration of the lies we tell to protect ourselves. \n\n\n\nDisillusioned university professor George and his wife Martha invite an unwitting younger couple\, Nick and Honey\, into their home. It’s not long before things spiral\, dragging everyone into the heart of a tempestuous relationship. What starts as a spur-of-the-moment nightcap turns into a psychological showdown. \n\n\n\nEdward Albee’s masterpiece of raw intensity and searing insight is directed by Oxford Playhouse Artistic Director Mike Tweddle. Don’t miss one of the most explosive nights in modern theatre. \n\n\n\nThis landmark production signals an exciting new chapter for Oxford Playhouse under Mike Tweddle’s leadership\, reaffirming its position as a producer of high-quality drama. \n\n\n\nEdward Albee’s unforgettable characters George and Martha were immortalised on screen in the Oscar-winning 1966 film\, brought to searing life by Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Their performances cemented the pair as cultural icons and shaped the way audiences have remembered Albee’s work ever since. \n\n\n\nThis production coincides with the sixtieth anniversary of the film\, as well as the Oxford Playhouse (OUDS) production of Doctor Faustus (1966) directed by Nevill Coghill\, which starred Richard Burton\, with Elizabeth Taylor as Helen of Troy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nA £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. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 20 February to Saturday 07 March 2026 \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 15 minutes\,  including two intervals \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains strong language\, violence and adult themes \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\n‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk \n\n\n\nArtwork by Patryk Hardziej \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nOxford 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/edward-albees-whos-afraid-of-virginia-woolf/
LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Legally Blonde
DESCRIPTION:Legally Blonde\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Legally Blonde\n\n\n\nReading Blue Coat School presents… Legally Blonde \n\n\n\nAfter the smash hits Billy Elliot\, Footloose\, and Oliver\, Reading Blue Coat is back with another dazzling production\, Legally Blonde! \n\n\n\nFrom 02 to 05 March at the Kenton Theatre in Henley\, join us for this high-energy\, feel-good musical packed with laughter\, love\, and pink power. Follow the fabulous Elle Woods as she defies expectations\, takes on Harvard Law\, and proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. \n\n\n\nWith catchy songs\, show-stopping dance numbers\, and a talented cast of rising stars\, this vibrant performance is perfect for audiences of all ages. Whether you’re a die-hard musical fan or new to the world of theatre\, Legally Blonde promises an unforgettable night out. \n\n\n\nBook now and be part of the magic — because this show is so much better than you could imagine! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdult – £17.75 \n\n\n\nSenior – Citizen \n\n\n\nStudent and U16 – £12.75 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 02 to Thursday 05 March 2026 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n13+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/legally-blonde-2/
LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP
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SUMMARY:The Beekeeper of Aleppo
DESCRIPTION:The Beekeeper of Aleppo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Beekeeper of Aleppo\n\n\n\nProudly presented by Martin Dodd for UK Productions Ltd in association with Nottingham Playhouse\, adapted by Nesrin Alrefaai and Matthew Spangler\, from the International No.1 Bestseller Christy Lefteri. \n\n\n\n‘I was scared of the bees at first\, but now\, they make me feel alive. They are like a society in complete harmony with itself. Not like people at all\, but maybe what people have the potential to be.’ \n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		The Beekeeper of Aleppo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNuri is a beekeeper; his wife\, Afra\, is an artist. They live a simple life\, rich in family and friends\, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo – until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war\, they are forced to escape.  \n\n\n\nOn their terrifying journey\, they must face the pain of their own unbearable loss alongside incredible danger. Above all\, they must journey to find each other again. This compassionate and beautiful play is a story of connection – between friends\, families\, and strangers. \n\n\n\nWinner of the Aspen Words Award\, Runner up for the Dayton Literary Peace Prize\, and one of The Times’ top three bestselling books of 2020\, Christy Lefteri’s best-selling novel is adapted by Nesrin Alrefaai and Matthew Spangler\, who adapted The Kite Runner.  \n\n\n\nThe production\, produced in association with UK Productions\, had its world premiere at Nottingham Playhouse in early 2023 and went on to tour the UK\, receiving rave reviews wherever it played. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n“Sparklingly assured… impressive show… anchored in strong performances from a uniformly excellent ensemble cast.” \n\n\n\nThe Telegraph \n\n\n\n\n\n“You can’t fail to be moved by it.” \n\n\n\nManchester Evening News \n\n\n\n\n\n“Fast-moving inventive production is epic in ambition and human in scale”. \n\n\n\nThe Scotsman \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday 03 March 2026 at 7.30pm\n\n\n\nWednesday 04 March 2026 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm\n\n\n\nThursday 05 March 2026 at 7.30pm\n\n\n\nFriday 06 March 2026 at 7.30pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 07 March 2026 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm\n\n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n13+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains themes of war\, violence\, murder\, loss of a child\, references to sexual abuse\, mental illness & forced migration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.  \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-beekeeper-of-aleppo/
LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG
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SUMMARY:The Torpids 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Torpids\, Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Torpids\n\n\n\nThe Torpids is one of two bumping boat races in Oxford’s rowing calendar. The other is the Summer Eights. \n\n\n\nOxford‘s Torpids take place annually about the 7th week of Hilary Term (around the start of March) on four successive days from Wednesday to Saturday. \n\n\n\nThe racing takes place on The Isis\, a length of the River Thames in Oxford\, which is generally too narrow for side-by-side racing\, so the races follow the ‘Bumps’ format\, a form of rowing race in which several boats chase each other in single file\, where the aim to catch and ‘bump’ the boat ahead to climb the rankings. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor each division\, twelve boats line up at the downstream end of the stretch (near Donnington Bridge)\, each cox holding onto a rope attached to the bank\, leaving around 1.5 lengths between each. The start of racing is signalled by the firing of a cannon. There are three gun signals – a five-minute gun\, a one-minute gun and the starting gun. \n\n\n\nOnce a bump has occurred\, both crews involved in the bump stop racing and move to the side to allow the rest of the division to pass. The ultimate aim of a crew is to become ‘Head of the River’ (top of the first division) and stay there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt is possible to ‘over bump’ if the 2 crews in front of your boat bump (and so drop out)\, and your boat can catch the one in front of them. They then swap places for the next race on the next calendar day or the first day of racing in the following year’s competition. \n\n\n\nAs always\, expect the banks of the Isis to be packed full of spectators watching as the oars slice through the serene waters of the Isis. \n\n\n\nOxford University Rowing Clubs is the body within the University of Oxford that has authority over the conduct of all college crews and is responsible for organising inter-collegiate contests. \n\n\n\nIt is a confederation of the college boat clubs and the University squads Oxford University Boat Club (OUBC)\, Oxford University Women’s Boat Club (OUWBC)\, The Oxford University Lightweight Rowing Club (OULRC)\, and the Oxford University Women’s Lightweight Rowing Club (OUWLRC).
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-torpids/
LOCATION:The Isis\, River Thames\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire
CATEGORIES:Sports
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SUMMARY:1984
DESCRIPTION:1984\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout 1984\n\n\n\nAward-winning Box Tale Soup presents a stunning new adaptation of Orwell’s dystopian classic\, 1984.  \n\n\n\nKnown for their ingenious sets and slick storytelling\, Box Tale Soup’s unique puppetry becomes a striking metaphor for Orwell’s chilling vision of power and control. \n\n\n\nThe year is 1984\, perhaps – it is impossible to tell for certain. We are being watched\, Big Brother is everywhere\, truth changes daily\, and everyone conforms.  \n\n\n\nBut for Winston Smith\, insignificant cog in the Party’s vast machine\, this half-life is not enough. He dreams of freedom\, but is he the only one? Dreams can be deadly when rebellion begins with a thought. \n\n\n\nFeaturing the voices of Sophie Aldred & Joanna Lumley\, with Simon Russell Beale as the voice of Big Brother. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A vital watch.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe List \n\n\n\n\n\n“This thought-provoking\, striking production is as relevant today as when it was first written.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBritish Theatre Guide \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £16.00 \n\n\n\nPay More – £20.00 \n\n\n\nPay Less – £12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 05 to Friday 06 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 40 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/1984/
LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN
CATEGORIES:Plays
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SUMMARY:Jack Absolute Flies Again
DESCRIPTION:Jack Absolute Flies Again\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jack Absolute Flies Again\n\n\n\nBy Richard Bean and Oliver Chris \n\n\n\nBased on Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s The Rivals \n\n\n\nBanbury Cross Players are delighted to be bringing this rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man\, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night) to Banbury! \n\n\n\nJuly 1940. After an aerial dog fight\, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame\, Lydia Languish. \n\n\n\nBack on British soil\, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own\, very particular terms. \n\n\n\nExpect laughter\, tears\, thrills and spills\, feisty females\, dashing flying officers\, hilarity\, derring-do\, romance and a duck – all underpinned by the urgency to defeat Hitler\, put “bunting everywhere!” and find true love and happiness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £15.50 \n\n\n\nConcession – £14.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 05 to Saturday 07 March 2026 \n\n\n\nThursday to Saturday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nSaturday at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains strong language\, sexual references\, and battle sequences containing flashing lights\, gunshots and depiction of conflict. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/jack-absolute-flies-again/
LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE
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SUMMARY:The Music of Adele- The Candlelight Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Music of Adele- The Candlelight Concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Music of Adele- The Candlelight Concert\n\n\n\nExperience the magic of Adele’s music like never before as Xperience Live presents – Adele – The Candlelight Concert\, an immersive candlelit tribute concert. \n\n\n\nJoin the concert at Oxford Town Hall on Thursday 05 March 2026\, for an unforgettable evening in a stunning venue by candlelight that beautifully enhances the timeless music of Adele. \n\n\n\nTalented tribute artist Natalie Black will perform Adele’s greatest hits\, delivering the emotion\, soul and captivating presence of her iconic sound. \n\n\n\nThis concert promises an intimate\, atmospheric ambiance that brings you closer to the music\, with candles casting a warm glow.  \n\n\n\nFrom ‘Set Fire to the Rain’ & ‘Make You Feel My Love’ to ‘Someone Like You’ & ‘I Drink Wine’\, the amazing live band and vocalist will capture Adele’s powerful ballads and heartfelt lyrics\, taking you on an emotional journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nVIP Tickets – £50.00 \n\n\n\nPremium Tickets – £45.00 \n\n\n\nBand A Tickets – £42.00 \n\n\n\nBand C Tickets – £33.00 \n\n\n\nRestricted View – £22.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 05 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nLast Entry at 7.15pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 15 minutes \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThis is a tribute concert performed by Natalie Black & a live band. It is not affiliated with\, endorsed by or sponsored by Adele\, her estate or representatives.
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-music-of-adele-the-candlelight-concert/
LOCATION:Oxford Town Hall\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,\, Oxford\, OX1 1BX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Ellen Kent: The Farewell Tour - Madama Butterfly
DESCRIPTION:Ellen Kent: The Farewell Tour – Madama Butterfly\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ellen Kent: The Farewell Tour – Madama Butterfly\n\n\n\nSenbla presents Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour featuring Opera International Kyiv\, Ukraine\, with Highly-Praised Soloists and Full Orchestra. \n\n\n\nBack by overwhelming public demand\, this award-winning Opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan. \n\n\n\nEllen Kent: The Farewell Tour – Madama Butterfly\n\n\n\nOne of the world’s most popular operas\, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heartbreaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. \n\n\n\nHighlights include the melodic ‘Humming Chorus’\, the moving aria ‘One Fine Day’\, and the unforgettable ‘Love Duet’. \n\n\n\nDirected by Ellen Kent. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Above all\, it was a production which captured the raw emotion at the centre of the opera. Don’t take a handkerchief with you\, take a box of them.” \n\n\n\nThe Independent \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £23.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 05 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 35 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\n\nSung in Italian with English surtitles\n\n\n\nCast subject to change.\n\n\n\nPlease note that certain seats may have restricted views of the surtitles. Please check when booking tickets. All information is correct at the time of release.\n\n\n\n\nWarning: \n\n\n\nAll seats with a restricted view\, and any seats on a higher level\, may not be able to see the surtitles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\nThere has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836\, and a second in 1886. In 1934\, the third New Theatre opened. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals. \n\n\n\nOn performance days\, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday\, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts. \n\n\n\nThere is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer\, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks. \n\n\n\nThere is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed\, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ellen-kent-the-farewell-tour-madama-butterfly/
LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG
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SUMMARY:Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
DESCRIPTION:Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour\n\n\n\nThe Banff Mountain Film Festival brings to life the spirit of extreme adventure and the world’s last great wild places – all through the big screen. The UK & Ireland Tour features extraordinary collections of inspiring short films from the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival! \n\n\n\nThe Banff Mountain Film Festival features a thrilling selection of films from the most captivating places on earth! \n\n\n\nThe Banff Mountain Film Festival is back with a brand-new line-up of captivating short films packed with extreme journeys\, intriguing characters and stunning cinematography. Join the world’s top outdoor filmmakers and adventurers as they climb\, ski\, paddle\, run and ride through the wildest corners of the planet! \n\n\n\nTwo entirely different film programmes will be featured in Abingdon on the 2026 Banff Tour – the RED and BLUE programmes. The Red Film Programme will be shown on 5 March\, and the Blue Film Programme will be shown on 30 April. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.48 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 05 March and Thursday 30 April 2026 at 7.30pmDoors open 30 minutes before the show starts. \n\n\n\nDuration:2 hours 45 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nFilm rating:  \n\n\n\n12A 
URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/banff-mountain-film-festival-world-tour/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Amey Theatre\, Abingdon\, Abingdon School\, Park Road\,\, Abingdon-on-Thames\, OX14 1DE
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