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SUMMARY:Oxford Harmonic Choir: Bach St Matthew Passion
DESCRIPTION:Oxford Harmonic Choir: Bach St Matthew Passion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Harmonic Choir: Bach St Matthew Passion\n\n\n\nJ. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion was completed in 1727 and has been widely recognized\, to this day\, as the greatest sacred choral work of all time. It stands as such a towering musical edifice that it casts a shadow on the entire passion oratorio genre until at least the time of Penderecki and Part in the late 20th century. \n\n\n\nCertainly\, Bach’s inventive harmony\, dense counterpoint and dramatic use of tone colour are striking throughout. Due to the nature of this work as a vehicle for telling the story of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion\, this performance will be sung in English. \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 £20.00 – £25.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 28 March 2026 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours \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.
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SUMMARY:English Chamber Orchestra - Vivaldi & Classics
DESCRIPTION:English Chamber Orchestra – Vivaldi & Classics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout English Chamber Orchestra – Vivaldi & Classics\n\n\n\nThe exceptional musicians of the English Chamber Orchestra perform celebrated classics with Bach’s beautiful violin concerto in E\, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and other outstanding works in the beautiful candlelit setting of the University Church. \n\n\n\nA hugely appealing programme is designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many restaurants and bars nearby to complete your evening. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHighlights \n\n\n\n\nStunning programme of Bach and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons\n\n\n\nExceptional classical performances from the English Chamber Orchestra and soloist Harriet Mackenzie\n\n\n\nThe perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers\n\n\n\nThe beautiful candlelit University Church\, Oxford\n\n\n\n\nThe programme also features Mozart’s magical Divertimento in Bb\, and the stunning Chaconne by Purcell. \n\n\n\nDescribed as delivering “searing intensity” and “captivating” performances (The Strad)\, Harriet Mackenzie’s recordings have received five stars from The Times and nominations for ‘Recording of the Year’. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\n\nMozart – Divertimento in Bb\n\n\n\nPurcell – Chaconne in G minor\n\n\n\nBach – E Major Violin Concerto\n\n\n\n(Interval)\n\n\n\nVivaldi – Four Seasons with poems\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional information \n\n\n\nOn Saturday 28 March\, the Music in Action charity is bringing the famous English Chamber Orchestra\, the most recorded orchestra\, to play in the beautiful candlelit ambience of the University Church\, St Mary the Virgin\, Oxford. \n\n\n\nRaising funds to help children through music\, the evening is a wonderful programme of classics\, including Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Bach’s E Major Violin Concerto. The soloist and director is Harriet Mackenzie (an internationally acclaimed violinist) described as a “Knockout from start to finish” – The Guardian and “Captivating” with “Searing Intensity” – The Strad. \n\n\n\nAttendees will be showered by beauty\, and artistic brilliance\, with the ambience of candlelight creating a luminous hue in this historic setting. \n\n\n\nJames Mews MBE\, Chairman of Music in Action said\, “The charity is delighted to be raising funds to help local children by bringing this World class orchestra to Oxford. \n\n\n\nThe concert will be a unique way to have a wonderful evening while knowing that the money you pay for your ticket will help change disadvantaged children through the power of music. All are guaranteed to be left speechless by this world class talent.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Music in Action \n\n\n\nThe Music in Action charity provides musical education\, workshops and yearly bursaries to disadvantaged children. We attend schools to provide workshops with a selection of the musicians that play at our concerts\, including Harriet Mackenzie\, and we provide musical bursaries to children to impact and improve their wellbeing\, who would otherwise be unable to afford tuition. Bringing music to more lives is in the forefront of our work. The beginning of last year\, marked the start of a UK concert series to raise money for this cause. With money made in Oxford\, we will provide local Oxfordshire outreach. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Harriet Mackenzie – Violin Soloist and Co-Artistic Director \n\n\n\nHarriet Mackenzie is an internationally renowned concerto soloist and has performed across five continents. Her multiple recordings include concertos and commissions with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra have received international acclaim\, including Five Stars in The Times (Richard Morrison) and have also frequently appeared in the ‘Top Recordings of The Year’ lists. \n\n\n\nHarriet has created a legacy with over a hundred new works written for her by acclaimed composers such as the Master of the King’s Music Errollyn Wallen and Deborah Prichard’s ‘Wall of Water’ violin concerto\, inspired by the paintings of Maggi Hambling which was premiered at LSO St Luke’s. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		English Chamber Orchestra – Vivaldi & Classics\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\n\nBand A – £39.50      \n\n\n\nBand B – £29.50        \n\n\n\nBand C – £20.00        \n\n\n\nVIP Tickets – £75.00\n\n\n\nVIP Couple – £140.00\n\n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 28 March 2026 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours
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SUMMARY:King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys
DESCRIPTION:King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys\n\n\n\nProbably the leading swing\, blues and rhythm and blues band on the planet – pure vintage! \n\n\n\nWith nearly seven thousand performances across twenty-seven countries under their belt in their thirty-five years on the road\, King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys are more than just the world’s greatest jump\, jive and swing band – they’re an institution! \n\n\n\nIn that time\, they have opened shows for BB King\, Cab Calloway\, Ray Charles\, and toured with the Blues Brothers Band (the one from the movie)\, and they’ve played on thirty-six radio shows and made seventy-three television appearances. \n\n\n\nRough\, tough and always rocking\, King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys have appeared at festivals\, in concerts\, and at clubs throughout the UK and Europe as well as in the U.S.A and Russia. Along the way\, the band has recorded eleven albums for Big Bear Records\, all distributed worldwide. \n\n\n\nThe band’s line up is: King Pleasure (vocals and baritone saxophone); Boysey Battrum (alto and tenor saxophones); Bullmoose K Shirley (guitars); Mighty Matt Foundling (piano); Shark Van Schtoop (bass); and Gary ‘The Enforcer’ Barber (percussion). \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\nFull price – £20.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £18.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 28 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built\, professional arts\, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot\, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2008\, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances\, participatory activities\, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium\, an art gallery\, a dance studio\, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar\, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists. \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue
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SUMMARY:The Timeless Songs of Barbra Streisand
DESCRIPTION:The Timeless Songs of Barbra Streisand\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Timeless Songs of Barbra Streisand\n\n\n\nTop vocalist Sue Caroline presents The Timeless Songs of Barbra Streisand\, featuring a fantastic live band\, creating a stunning and captivating showcase of one of the most iconic singers of our time. \n\n\n\nThe show features songs from Barbra’s staggering career spanning seven decades with arrangements from her famous Timeless Concert Tour in the year 2000\, together with all her hit songs The Way We Were\, Evergreen\, People\, Guilty\, Woman in Love\, Don’t Rain on My Parade\, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers Somewhere and many more! \n\n\n\nThis fantastic show will take the audience on a musical journey through Barbra’s life and career\, cleverly intertwined with amusing stories and memories of Sue’s early career having been so inspired by Barbra as a young girl. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Sue – such a voice channeling Barbra like 100% and the band sounded like a big band!” \n\n\n\nFranka Strictzer – USA \n\n\n\n\n\n“Amazing voice and stage presence – I enjoyed every number.” \n\n\n\n\n\n“Can’t tell the difference – have 40 albums of Barbra. Brilliant!” \n\n\n\n\n\n“For anyone who likes Barbra Streisand\, you must go and see Sue’s show! She has the voice absolutely spot on and clearly loves the songs. All the massive Streisand ballads were included\, and Sue absolutely nailed those long powerful endings.” \n\n\n\nYellowstone Events Management. \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\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\n£27.50 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 28 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 20 minutes \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/the-timeless-songs-of-barbra-streisand/
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