BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Oxford Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T235959 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20250808T122223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T053256Z UID:10011184-1763164800-1763251199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Fairytale for Christmas DESCRIPTION:A Fairytale for Christmas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Fairytale for Christmas\n\n\n\n‘Tis the season to be jolly as the ultimate Irish Christmas concert is back for 2025! \n\n\n\nAfter four back-to-back sell-out tours and successful runs in the USA and Europe\, A Fairytale for Christmas has gained thousands of festive fans across the globe – and is now back in town. \n\n\n\nFrom the producers of Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners\, immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as talented singers\, musicians\, and dancers perform dashing renditions of Yuletide favourites\, including Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town\, Step into Christmas\, O Holy Night\, and The Fairytale of New York. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n A Fairytale for Christmas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n…and just when you think the party couldn’t get any better\, this world-class concert is also a nod to the rich tapestry of Irish culture with the greatest sing-along songs of all time\, including The Galway Girl\, The Irish Rover\, Dirty Old Town\, and The Black Velvet Band.’ Think a St Patrick’s Day party – on Christmas Day! \n\n\n\nBring your family and friends along to share in the joy of A Fairytale for Christmas\, an Irish Christmas night out you won’t forget. \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\nSaturday 15 November 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 20 minutes\, including an interval \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/__trashed-138/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/AFairytaleForChristmas_Prod_1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2AG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24-26 George Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20250322T123119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T113109Z UID:10010382-1763321400-1763321400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Stylistics DESCRIPTION:The Stylistics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Stylistics\n\n\n\nThe Stylistics recorded a remarkable 10 straight top ten hits during the early 1970s including the Grammy-nominated hit ‘You Make Me Feel Brand New’ plus ‘Can’t Give You Anything (But My Love)’\, I’m Stone in Love With You’\, ‘Let’s Put It All Together’\, ‘Sing Baby Sing’\, ‘Rockin Roll Baby’ & more.  \n\n\n\nTheir latest album ‘Falling In Love With My Girl’ features legendary artists including Ronnie Wood\, Gene Simmons & Steve Lukather\, and their new single ‘Yes I Will’ is performed along with Shania Twain. \n\n\n\nThe Stylistics\n\n\n\nWith their charisma\, style\, and harmony The Stylistics evolved into one of the best-selling Phili groups ever. Don’t miss this brilliant show packed with back-to-back hits and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“We love returning to the UK and can’t wait to perform all our hits\, bringing back great memories and having a great evening with you all.”  \n\n\n\nThe Stylistics \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\nFrom £39.89 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 16 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 30 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \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-stylistics-2/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Stylistics.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20250322T123440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T204728Z UID:10010383-1763407800-1763407800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The ELO Experience - Electric Light Orchestra DESCRIPTION:The ELO Experience – Electric Light Orchestra\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The ELO Experience – Electric Light Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe ELO Experience has been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light orchestra to the live stage for over 13 years. \n\n\n\nThe ELO Experience have been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light orchestra to the live stage since 2006. \n\n\n\nThe ELO Experience – Electric Light Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction – suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! 10538 Overture\, Evil Woman\, Living Thing\, Diary of Horace Wimp\, Don’t Bring me Down and of course Mr Blue Sky went on to become the soundtrack of our lives. \n\n\n\nIn 2016 Jeff Lynne’s ELO came back to prominence with the release of a brand new album – Alone In The Universe and a UK and World tour. The ELO Experience tour will include the greatest hits from an extensive and impressive back catalogue spanning over 45 years. \n\n\n\nBlending rock rhythms with classical influences\, ELO also released many classic albums such as A New World Record\, Discovery\, and Out of the Blue\, and many sell-out tours which further established them as one of the most important and influential bands ever. \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\nFrom £34.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 17 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 20 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n8+ \n\n\n\nWarning: \n\n\n\nThis production contains strobe and flashing lights\, and haze effects. \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-elo-experience-electric-light-orchestra-2/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-ELO-Experience-Electric-Light-Orchestra.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20250713T002927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T120520Z UID:10010938-1764185400-1764185400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Rat Pack: Christmas in Vegas DESCRIPTION:The Rat Pack: Christmas in Vegas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Rat Pack: Christmas in Vegas\n\n\n\nSwing into the Christmas season with The Rat Pack and their famous Christmas Concert. The Official UK No 1 Tribute show as voted by The Agents Association of Great Britain for three successive years\, arrives direct From London’s Leicester Square Theatre\, The 02\, and a Royal Command Performance. \n\n\n\nThe acclaimed David Alacey (Lovejoy & Inspector Alleyn) stars as Frank Sinatra alongside West End favourite Tim Harwood as Dean Martin. They are joined by former Corronation Street and Hollyoaks star Ashley Campbell as Sammy Davis Jnr in the original Rat Pack show\, now celebrating its 25th record-breaking year. \n\n\n\nTogether they amaze audiences with their recreation of a vintage Christmas at The Sands with Sinatra\, Martin\, and Davis in this sensational show which brings the style\, glamour\, and excitement of the Las Vegas heyday to vivid life. Including all the great hits\, My Way\, Mr Bojangles\, New York New York\, Amore\, Fly Me To The Moon\, and seasonal classics such as Winter Wonderland\, Let It Snow\, and of course White Christmas. \n\n\n\nThis yuletide treat for all the family\, also features the fabulous Buddy Greco All stars under the direction of BBC Musical Director Mac Shone at the Piano. \n\n\n\nGreco who was a member of the real Pack in Vegas and a friend of Marilyn Monroe (having spent the famous last weekend at Lake Tahoe with Sinatra and Marilyn) gave the show his seal of approval saying “These guys are as close as anyone will ever get to my dear friends\, it was just like being back at The Sands” He also adds an authentic touch of Rat Pack style to the show\, by making a specially recorded guest appearance. \n\n\n\nJust as Frank\, Dean\, and Sammy were joined on stage at The Sands by surprise Special Guests\, that element of theatrical magic is recreated in this show with appearances by the likes of Marilyn Monroe\, Nancy Sinatra and Liza Minnelli adding even more glamour to this glitzy production. Magical Christmas Memories really are made of this. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“We may never see such greats as Frank\, Dean\, and Sammy again in our lifetime but the good news is that as long as such talented impersonators as these continue to exist\, we may not need to.” \n\n\n\nChris Longhurst\, Uxbridge Gazette \n\n\n\n\n\n“A fabulous journey back to days of Vegas style and glamour. This production superbly recreates a unique chapter in Entertainment History.” \n\n\n\nJohn Judge\, The Daily Telegraph \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 £26.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 26 November 2025 at 7.30pm \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/the-rat-pack-christmas-in-vegas/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Rat-Pack-Christmas-in-Vegas1.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T213000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T000506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T000511Z UID:10011776-1764185400-1764192600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Shostakovich 5 with Oxford University Philharmonia DESCRIPTION:Shostakovich 5 with Oxford University Philharmonia\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Shostakovich 5 with Oxford University Philharmonia\n\n\n\nFollowing the success of their last concert featuring Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9\, OUPhil are delighted to return to the Sheldonian Theatre under the baton of conductor Joe Sollis. \n\n\n\nThey will present a programme showcasing Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5\, preceded by Beethoven’s Egmont Overture and Ruth Gipps’ Symphony No. 2. \n\n\n\nAudiences are invited to join them for an exhilarating evening of orchestral music\, where the orchestra is set to shine with exceptional versatility and virtuosity. \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\nRegular – £16.26 (£15.00 + £1.26 booking fee) \n\n\n\nStudent – £8.13 (£7.50 + £0.63 booking fee) \n\n\n\nFriends of the Orchestra Discounted Tickets – £14.09 (£13.00 + £1.09 booking fee) \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 26 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/shostakovich-5-with-oxford-university-philharmonia/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Shostakovich-5-with-Oxford-University-Philharmonia.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20241224T151855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T120627Z UID:10009818-1764271800-1764271800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Bye Bye Baby Christmas Show DESCRIPTION:Bye Bye Baby Christmas Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Bye Bye Baby Christmas Show\n\n\n\nBye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless\, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’. \n\n\n\nThis Christmas-inspired show features the same incredible four-part harmonies\, and roof-raising falsetto associated with one of the most successful groups of all time\, but features Christmas favourites alongside some of Valli’s greatest hits. \n\n\n\nGet ready for the festive season with one of the UK’s best tribute shows\, complete with energetic and stylish choreography! \n\n\n\nBye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night remember\, and includes Christmas classics like Let It Snow\, Silent Night\, White Christmas\, O Holy Night\, The Christmas Song\, Have Yourself A Merry Christmas\, PLUS Valli’s hits including Sherry\, December ’63 (Oh What A Night)\, Grease\, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You\, Beggin’\, Working My Way Back To You\, and many more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £29.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 27 Novemberat 2025 at 7.30pm \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/bye-bye-baby-christmas-show-2/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/bc256cf3-62f5-4206-8e96-115d4f9a5ed3.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T213000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T000723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T000728Z UID:10011778-1764271800-1764279000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Four Last Songs DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Four Last Songs\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Four Last Songs\n\n\n\nWagner Overture to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg\, WWV 96 \n\n\n\nStrauss Oboe Concerto in D major\, TrV 292 \n\n\n\nWagner Prelude to Act III from ‘Lohengrin’\, WWV 75 \n\n\n\nStrauss Four Last Songs\, TrV 296 \n\n\n\nLucy Crowe soprano \n\n\n\nGordon Hunt oboe \n\n\n\nMarios Papadopoulos conductor \n\n\n\nIn 1948\, Richard Strauss sensed the end was nigh. Germany lay in ruins\, its major opera houses destroyed by war. As his attempts to ignite a cultural rebirth in his homeland proved futile\, Strauss turned to music. \n\n\n\nHis final goodbye was a series of four iconic orchestral songs that\, in the words of David Bowie\, ‘ache with love for a life quietly fading.’ \n\n\n\nLucy Crowe joins the Orchestra for a performance of Strauss’s profoundly moving musical epitaph alongside the Orchestra’s Solo Oboe Gordon Hunt performing Strauss’s tender Oboe Concerto written just a few years earlier. \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\nRegular – From £18.00 \n\n\n\nStudent – From £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 27 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-philharmonic-orchestra-four-last-songs/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Philharmonic-Orchestra-Four-Last-Songs.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T214500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251124T002600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T003555Z UID:10011773-1764271800-1764279900@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Whitney - The Candlelight Concert DESCRIPTION:Whitney – The Candlelight Concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Whitney – The Candlelight Concert\n\n\n\nGet ready for an unforgettable evening as Xperience Live presents Whitney – The Candlelight Concert\, a stunning tribute to the legendary Whitney Houston. Experience her iconic music like never before\, performed by one of the UK’s leading Whitney Houston tribute artists and accompanied by a world-class live band. \n\n\n\nIn the enchanting glow of hundreds of candles\, you’ll be swept away by Whitney’s greatest hits\, from the uplifting “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and empowering “I’m Every Woman” to the timeless ballads “One Moment in Time” and “I Will Always Love You”. Every song is delivered with passion\, precision\, and the energy that made Whitney Houston one of the world’s most beloved performers. \n\n\n\nThis intimate candlelit setting creates a unique and immersive atmosphere\, allowing you to truly feel the emotion\, power\, and joy of her music. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering her hits for the first time\, this concert promises a night full of magic\, memories\, and music that will stay with you long after the final note. \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\nPrice: \n\n\n\nFrom £33.25 \n\n\n\nTimes: \n\n\n\nDoors at 6.30pm for the show to start at 7.30pm. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/whitney-the-candlelight-concert/ LOCATION:Oxford Town Hall\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,\, Oxford\, OX1 1BX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/whitney-candlelight-concert-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Town Hall Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford OX1 1BX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T194500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T194500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20250322T125057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T123256Z UID:10010421-1764272700-1764272700@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Head Full Of Coldplay – A Celebration Of The Music DESCRIPTION:A Head Full Of Coldplay – A Celebration Of The Music\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Head Full Of Coldplay – A Celebration Of The Music\n\n\n\nA Celebration Of The Music Of Coldplay; capturing the energy and sound of one of the biggest bands in the world. This immersive and fun driven show features Xylobands\, lasers\, back projection\, confetti\, and all of the biggest hits from Yellow\, Hymn For The Weekend\, to A Viva La Vida and Paradise. \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\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFull Price – £22.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £20.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 27 November 2025 at 7.45pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nAuditorium \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 URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-head-full-of-coldplay-a-celebration-of-the-music/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/A-Head-Full-Of-Coldplay-–-A-Celebration-Of-The-Music-1.webp GEO:51.6068199;-1.2405341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cornerstone Arts Centre Didcot 25 Station Road Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25 Station Road:geo:-1.2405341,51.6068199 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T201000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T000916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T000922Z UID:10011821-1764273600-1764274200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Olivier International Recitals: Ferdinand Piano Trio DESCRIPTION:Olivier International Recitals: Ferdinand Piano Trio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Olivier International Recitals: Ferdinand Piano Trio\n\n\n\nNicola Eimer (piano) – Florence Cooke (violin) – Christoph Richter (cello) \n\n\n\nClara Schumann – Piano Trio in G minor \n\n\n\nFelix Mendelssohn – Piano Trio no 1 in D minor \n\n\n\nThe Ferdinand Piano Trio returns to the Olivier Hall to present a programme of Clara Schumann’s whimsically beautiful piano trio in G minor\, widely considered to be among her finest works\, alongside the virtuosic and impassioned piano trio in D minor by Felix Mendelssohn. \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 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\nThursday 27 November 2025 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 10 minutes\, without an interval. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/olivier-international-recitals-ferdinand-piano-trio/ LOCATION:The Olivier Hall\, Oxford\, St Edward’s School\, Woodstock Road\, Oxford\, OX2 7NN CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-Ferdinand-Piano-Trio-new-image.webp GEO:51.7779286;-1.273754 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Olivier Hall Oxford St Edward’s School Woodstock Road Oxford OX2 7NN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Edward’s School\, Woodstock Road:geo:-1.273754,51.7779286 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T204500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T001135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T030507Z UID:10011822-1764356400-1764362700@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Steven Isserlis & Connie Shih DESCRIPTION:Steven Isserlis & Connie Shih\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Steven Isserlis & Connie Shih\n\n\n\nStiasthy: Theme and Variations (c. 1820) \n\n\n\nMoscheles: Sonata\, op. 121 (1850-51) \n\n\n\nDvořák (arr. S. Isserlis): 4 Romantic Pieces\, op. 75 (1887) \n\n\n\nSuk: Ballade and Serenade op. 3 (1890-98) \n\n\n\nJanáček: Pohadka (1910-23) \n\n\n\nMartinů: Sonata No. 1 (1939) \n\n\n\nThe JdP is delighted to be able to welcome back one of the world’s leading cellists\, Steven Isserlis\, for the final concert of the series\, focusing on the instrument associated with Jacqueline du Pré. \n\n\n\nOver the past fifteen months\, this sequence of concerts has focused on all aspects of the cello repertoire – ranging from works for cello and harpsichord to more recent chamber groupings such as violin and cello\, clarinet trio and the two-cello string quintet. \n\n\n\nThis concert\, which focusses on works by cello composers\, also inaugurates a new instrumental recital series associated with the work of the outstanding pianist\, Connie Shih\, starting with work for violin and piano next year. \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£40.00 – £48.00 \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\nFriday 28 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 45 minutes\, including an interval. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/steven-isserlis-connie-shih/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-Isserlis-Connie.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20250713T003002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T121148Z UID:10010939-1764358200-1764358200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Talon – The Best of Eagles DESCRIPTION:Talon – The Best of Eagles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Talon – The Best of Eagles\n\n\n\nTalon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and Busy Being Fabulous ‘25/26 will once again feature the Eagles timeless back catalogue including Hotel California\, Take It Easy\, One Of These Nights\, Take It To The Limit\, Desperado\, Lyin’ Eyes\, Life In The Fast Lane and many more. \n\n\n\nRevered by their peers and loved by their fans\, this world class seven piece band are a phenomenon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Talon perform the songs of the Eagles with reverence and super talent.” \n\n\n\nJack Tempchin Eagles Hit Songwriter \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 £30.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 28 November 2025 at 7.30pm \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/talon-the-best-of-eagles/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Talon-–-The-Best-of-Eagles.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T001238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T030526Z UID:10011779-1764358200-1764358200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Millennium Orchestra: Romeo and Juliet Suite 2 Prokofiev DESCRIPTION:Oxford Millennium Orchestra: Romeo and Juliet Suite 2 Prokofiev\, Ballade Coleridge-Taylor\, Firebird Suite Stravinsky\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Millennium Orchestra: Romeo and Juliet Suite 2 Prokofiev\, Ballade Coleridge-Taylor\, Firebird Suite Stravinsky\n\n\n\nFounded at the turn of the new millennium\, the Oxford Millennium Orchestra has gained recognition as a cultural pillar within Oxford’s rich artistic scene. \n\n\n\nWith a membership composed of musically accomplished undergraduates\, postgraduates\, and members of the wider Oxford community\, the orchestra presents diverse and demanding programmes of classics from the orchestral repertoire alongside lesser-known works deserving of more acclaim. \n\n\n\nThe orchestra prides itself on giving burgeoning young musicians the opportunity to play alongside and learn from professional musicians with years of expertise. \n\n\n\nMeet the Conductor\, Joe Davies \n\n\n\nRecently praised for his ‘musical brilliance’ (Seen and Heard International)\, Joe Davies is a Conductor working around the UK. He is Musical Director of the UK Proms in the Park Orchestra\, Canterbury Symphony Orchestra\, Midland Concert Orchestra\, Leamington Sinfonia\, Coventry & Warwickshire Youth Orchestra\, and Ripieno Players\, an Assistant Conductor for the English Symphony Orchestra\, and Artistic Director of the Cumbria Opera Group. \n\n\n\nPrevious MD positions include Worcester Philharmonic Orchestra and Contemporary Music East Midlands (CoMA)\, both 2019-24\, while recent and future engagements include the National Schools’ Symphony Orchestra\, Nottingham Symphony Orchestra\, Oxford University Orchestra\, Winchester Symphony Orchestra\, and the City of Southampton Orchestra. \n\n\n\nIn 2016\, Joe founded the Cumbria Opera Group to bring world-class opera into Cumbria. His opera credits with the group include Mozart’s Don Giovanni and Così fan tutte\, Handel’s Acis and Galatea\, Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti\, Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas\, and John Blow’s Venus and Adonis. \n\n\n\nJoe was Artistic Director of the Cumbria Opera Festivals 2021 and 2023\, involving artists such as Roderick Williams OBE and Joan Rodgers CBE. His other MD credits include Bernstein’s Candide at the Oxford Playhouse. \n\n\n\nJoe has conducted premieres of works by Howard Skempton\, Alex Ho\, and Martin Bussey\, while his dedication to new music has seen him create global composition competitions for the Worcester Philharmonic and Leamington Sinfonia. Concerto collaborations include Jess Gillam\, Laura van der Heijden\, Xhosa Cole\, Clare Hammond\, and Harry Baker. \n\n\n\nJoe graduated with a First Class Degree in Music from St Peter’s College\, Oxford\, where he was awarded the Paul and Fiona Geddes Award for Academic Excellence and conducted the Oxford University Chorus\, the Oxford University Symphonic Band\, and the Choir of the Wesley Memorial Chapel. \n\n\n\nHe then studied Orchestral Conducting at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire\, graduating with Distinction\, where he studied under Michael Seal (Associate Conductor\, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra). Joe’s success at the Elgar Festival 2023 Conducting Masterclass led to invitations from Kenneth Woods to assist with projects with the English Symphony Orchestra\, and Joe continues to work with this orchestra throughout the UK. \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\nConcession – £8.00 \n\n\n\nPremium – £22.00 \n\n\n\nPremium Concession – £11.00 \n\n\n\nConcession tickets are available to under 18s\, students and over 65s. ID may be required. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 28 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-millennium-orchestra-romeo-and-juliet-suite-2-prokofiev/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Millennium-Orchestra-Romeo-and-Juliet-Suite-2-Prokofiev-Ballade-Coleridge-Taylor-Firebird-Suite-Stravinsky.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251124T032904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T030706Z UID:10011677-1764435600-1764435600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:OCF present Osprey & Co / Db Band / Colsopuss / Lunar Kites & More DESCRIPTION:OCF present Osprey & Co / Db Band / Beard Of Destiny / Colsopuss / Lunar Kites / The HorMones / Cymbal Shards\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout OCF present OCF present Osprey & Co / Db Band / Colsopuss / Lunar Kites & More\n\n\n\nMark your calendars\, rock enthusiasts! A seismic event is set to shake the historic city of Oxford as the formidable dB Band prepares to electrify the stage at O2 Academy2 Oxford on Saturday 29 November 2025. \n\n\n\nThis isn’t just another gig; it’s a pilgrimage for fans of raw\, unadulterated rock\, promising an evening of thunderous riffs\, soaring vocals\, and an atmosphere that will reverberate through the hallowed streets of this academic city. \n\n\n\nAs the days tick down to this highly anticipated date\, the buzz is palpable\, signalling a night where the boundaries between band and audience dissolve into a collective roar. \n\n\n\nPrepare yourselves for an unforgettable experience as one of the UK’s most dynamic rock acts descends upon a venue renowned for its intimate energy and stellar acoustics. \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 £11.50 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a handling fee of £3.25 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 29 November 2025 at 5.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nO2 Academy2 \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy: \n\n\n\nLarge bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t\, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm \n\n\n\nTicket limits: \n\n\n\nPlease note that there is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name\, e-mail address\, billing address\, credit card number\, or other information. \n\n\n\nTicket fees: \n\n\n\nPer order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ocf-present-osprey-co-db-band-colsopuss-lunar-kites-more/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/OCF-present-Osprey-Co.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251111T133949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T133953Z UID:10011555-1764439200-1764439200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Lower Windrush Choral Society presents Mendelssohn’s ‘Saint Paul’ DESCRIPTION:Lower Windrush Choral Society presents Mendelssohn’s ‘Saint Paul’\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Main Choir Winter Concert: Mendelssohn – Saint Paul\n\n\n\nLower Windrush Choral Society presents an abridged performance of Mendelssohn’s ‘Saint Paul’ at High Street Methodist Church\, Witney at 6.00pm on Saturday 29 November.  \n\n\n\nDirected by: Terry McNamara \n\n\n\nSoprano: Bonnie Callaghan \n\n\n\nTenor: Sam Rose          \n\n\n\nBass: George Elson \n\n\n\nPianists: Francis Rumsey\, Sally Rumsey \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Main Choir Winter Concert: Mendelssohn – St Paul Poster\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\nAdmission is free. Donations welcomed towards the Society’s concert costs. \n\n\n\nDates and times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 29 November 2025 at 6.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors at 5.30pm URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/lower-windrush-choral-society-presents-mendelssohns-saint-paul/ LOCATION:High Street Methodist Church\, Witney\, 40 High Street\, Witney\, OX28 6HG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/lower-windrush-choral-society-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7862595;-1.4839667 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=High Street Methodist Church Witney 40 High Street Witney OX28 6HG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 High Street:geo:-1.4839667,51.7862595 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T220000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251124T033149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T033154Z UID:10011701-1764442800-1764453600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Big Night Out DESCRIPTION:Big Night Out\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Big Night Out\n\n\n\nGet ready to experience a high-octane\, jam-packed\, nostalgia-inducing extravaganza with the Big Night Out!! \n\n\n\nLive Host & DJ | Club Floorfillers | Rock Classics | Indie Bangers | Pop Anthems | R&B Grooves | TV & Movie Soundtracks & More \n\n\n\nIt’s certainly not your typical night out! \n\n\n\nBrace yourself for a night of fun and throwback classics with your live host & DJ \n\n\n\nYour host will be playing the biggest chart topping 80s\, 90s & 00s anthems! Prepare for an unforgettable mix of pop chart-toppers\, timeless rock singalongs\, indie\, emo\, and dance anthems\, and a touch of R&B grooves\, all specially selected to ensure a nostalgic journey filled with maximum enjoyment! \n\n\n\nExpect all the unforgettable Pop and Dance favourites from the likes of Madonna\, Rick Astley\, Whitney Houston\, Wham\, Bon Jovi\, Michael Jackson and Duran Duran to S Club 7\, Take That\, Venga Boys\, Five\, Britney\, Backstreet Boys\, TLC\, Spice Girls\, and much\, much more! \n\n\n\nYou will be spoilt for choice with all the biggest dance tracks from Technotronic\, Robin S\, Gala\, Livin Joy\, The Prodigy\, Faithless\, Fatboy Slim and the Chemical Brothers. \n\n\n\nThere’s also classic indie anthems from bands like Oasis\, Blur\, Blink 182\, Wheatus\, Green Day\, Nirvana\, to Smash Mouth\, Pulp\, The Stone Roses & The Offspring. There really is something for everyone! \n\n\n\nPlus\, there is a dose of classic TV and movie soundtracks from programs you’ll “Never Forget”\, such as Friends\, The Fresh Prince\, Baywatch\, Trainspotting\, Human Traffic\, Pulp Fiction\, Bill and Ted and much more. \n\n\n\nThis is a perfect night for Hen Parties\, Stag do’s\, Birthdays\, Work nights out\, or just a Social night on the town with your friends. \n\n\n\nSo dig out your fancy dress & designer wear if that’s your thing and don’t miss this night of non stop\, wall to wall\, classic party bangers!! \n\n\n\nGet your tickets now before they sell out and prepare for a night of pure\, unadulterated retro awesomeness! \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 £22.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 29 November 2025 at 7.00pm \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/big-night-out/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Big-Night-Out.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T210000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T001319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T030749Z UID:10011781-1764444600-1764450000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Harmonic Choir: Saint-Saëns Christmas Oratorio DESCRIPTION:Oxford Harmonic Choir: Saint-Saëns Christmas Oratorio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Harmonic Choir: Saint-Saëns Christmas Oratorio\n\n\n\nFinzi In Terra Pax | Bruch Greeting to the Holy Night \n\n\n\nChristmas will be celebrated this year with 4 lesser-known works from 3 very contrasting traditions. Saint-Saëns’ Oratorio de Noël (1858) is delicate and pastoral\, with impressively rich instrumental colours despite the small size of the orchestra used. \n\n\n\nGerald Finzi’s In terra pax (Peace on Earth\, 1954) is as wintry as it is quintessentially English\, but is filled with glimmers of light that shine through its general atmosphere of wistful nostalgia. \n\n\n\nMax Bruch’s Gruß an die heilige Nacht (Greeting to the Holy Night\, 1892) uses huge chords to create a subdued\, reverent atmosphere entirely appropriate to the significance of Christ’s Nativity. \n\n\n\nLastly\, the arrangement of several well-known carols\, Gustav Holst’s Christmas Day (1910)\, offers a seasonal dose of comforting familiarity. \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£15.00 – £30.00 \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 29 November 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-harmonic-choir-saint-saens-christmas-oratorio/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Harmonic-Choir-Saint-Saens-Christmas-Oratorio.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T235900 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251030T192217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T031332Z UID:10009678-1764460800-1764547140@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Christmas Orchestra in Oxford DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Orchestra in Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Christmas Orchestra in Oxford\n\n\n\nThis winter\, discover the magic of the festive season with The Christmas Orchestra\, a unique concert experience touring the UK this Christmas. \n\n\n\nOn 30 November 2025\, the tour makes a special stop at Oxford Town Hall\, bringing the festive spirit to our doorstep. Celebrate this special time of year in Oxford and create memories together that will last a lifetime! \n\n\n\nThe concert is performed live by a 16 piece chamber orchestra supported by a full sound production and lighting show. \n\n\n\nExperience uplifting nostalgia with compositions from your favourite Christmas films\, as well as popular sing-along classics to ignite your festive spirit\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHome Alone\n\n\n\nLove Actually\n\n\n\nThe Holiday\n\n\n\nMuppet Christmas Carol\n\n\n\nThe Grinch\n\n\n\nElf\n\n\n\nThe Nutcracker\n\n\n\nPolar Express\n\n\n\n\nThe Christmas Orchestra promises a magical and energising festive journey\, capturing the essence of Christmas\, perfect for igniting your holiday spirit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nGold VIP tickets – £43.00 + booking feeThese tickets give you the best views at the event\, with the closest view of the stage and performance\, plus a complimentary VIP concert programme. \n\n\n\nVIP tickets – £37.00 + booking feeThese tickets give you close views of the view of the stage and performance\, plus a complimentary VIP concert programme. All VIP seats will be behind Gold VIP Seats. \n\n\n\nSide stage\, Central seats\, Side aisle\, and Gallery tickets – £27.00 to £33.00 + booking feeThese allocated seats will be unreserved seats\, but you must keep to your allocated seating area due to capacity and allocations. Checks will be carried out throughout the night. \n\n\n\nAll Ticket types are unreserved seating on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nEarly concertDoors open at 5.15pmShow starts at 6.00pmShow ends at 7.15pm \n\n\n\nLate concertDoors open at 8.15pmShow starts at 8.45pmShow ends at 10.00pm URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-christmas-orchestra-in-oxford/ LOCATION:Oxford Town Hall\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,\, Oxford\, OX1 1BX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-christmas-orchestra-in-oxford-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Town Hall Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford OX1 1BX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T001712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T030812Z UID:10011823-1764500400-1764500400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Tim Horton DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Tim Horton\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Tim Horton\n\n\n\nOxford Coffee Concerts \n\n\n\n\nHaydn: Sonata in E flat major\, Hob XVI:52\n\n\n\nRavel: Valses Nobles et Sentimentales\, M 61\n\n\n\nBeethoven: Sonata no 15 in D major\, op 28 (“Pastoral”)\n\n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub\, before the concert only. \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£17.00 \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\nSunday 30 November 2025 at 11.15pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-tim-horton-2/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-Tim-Horton.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T194500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152933 CREATED:20251126T100243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T100248Z UID:10011824-1764525600-1764531900@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Music in Adderbury - Autumn 2025 DESCRIPTION:Music in Adderbury – Autumn 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Music in Adderbury – Autumn 2025\n\n\n\nGreat chamber music performed by the country’s finest musicians and ensembles in the stunning church of St Mary’s\, in the beautiful north Oxfordshire village of Adderbury\, St Peter and St Paul’s Church\, in the stunning village of Deddington near Banbury\, and St. Mary’s Church\, in Bloxham. \n\n\n\nCarducci String Quartet \n\n\n\nHaydn String Quartet Op. 76 no.4 “Sunrise” \n\n\n\nShostakovich String Quartet No. 10 \n\n\n\nSchubert String Quartet in Eb No. 10 \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 \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\nSunday 30 November 2025 at 6.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 45 minutes\, including an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/music-in-adderbury-autumn-2025/ LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Adderbury\, St Mary’s Road\, Adderbury\,\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX17 3LP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-St-Mary-Church-Adderbury.webp GEO:52.0104937;-1.3229862 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Mary’s Church Adderbury St Mary’s Road Adderbury Banbury Oxfordshire OX17 3LP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Mary’s Road\, Adderbury\,:geo:-1.3229862,52.0104937 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251203T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251203T220000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251121T213122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T021329Z UID:10011771-1764788400-1764799200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Choir of The Queen’s College & Academy of Ancient Music: Handel’s Messiah DESCRIPTION:The Choir of The Queen’s College & Academy of Ancient Music: Handel’s Messiah\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Choir of The Queen’s College & Academy of Ancient Music: Handel’s Messiah\n\n\n\nJulia Doyle  sopranoEsther Lay  mezzo-sopranoGuy Cutting  tenorJames Atkinson baritone \n\n\n\nChoir of The Queen’s College\, OxfordAcademy of Ancient MusicOwen Rees  director \n\n\n\nHandel’s Messiah lies at the very heart of Christmas musical festivities. The oratorio follows Christ’s life from the prophecies of the Old Testament through to his birth\, passion and resurrection\, and the final conquest of sin with the promise of eternal life. \n\n\n\nHandel uses his consummate skill as an opera composer to inject vivid colour and intense drama into his score. First heard in 1741\, it remains just as popular today as it did in Dublin nearly 300 years ago. \n\n\n\nArias of mesmerising beauty and triumphant courage sit alongside virtuoso choruses of stunning power – including the famous ‘Hallelujah Chorus’. \n\n\n\nThis concert continues the acclaimed collaboration between the Choir of The Queen’s College\, Oxford and the world famous Academy of Ancient Music\, a combination of the finest choral singing and an orchestra with a worldwide reputation for excellence in baroque and classical music. \n\n\n\nPrevious performances of Messiah in this collaboration\, also with star-studded line-ups of soloists\, have sold out months before the event and early booking is advised.  \n\n\n\nChoir and orchestra are conducted by Owen Rees\, Director of Music at The Queen’s College\, hailed as ‘one of the most energetic and persuasive voices’ in this field. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFull price tickets: £15\, £30\, £35\, £45 \n\n\n\n£5 tickets for students \n\n\n\nTimes: \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6.30pm\, ready for a 7.00pm start \n\n\n\nThis concert will finish at 22:00 \n\n\n\nLatecomers to be permitted following ‘Every Valley’ (Item 3) \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nThis event is suitable for all ages URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-choir-of-the-queens-college-academy-of-ancient-music-handels-messiah/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/am-handels-messiah-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251203T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251203T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251124T033743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T170331Z UID:10011705-1764790200-1764790200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Sexbomb: Celebrating the Music of Tom Jones DESCRIPTION:Sexbomb: Celebrating the Music of Tom Jones\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Sexbomb: Celebrating the Music of Tom Jones\n\n\n\nFor one night only\, join Sexbomb for an explosive celebration to one of the most powerful men in the pop music scene\, Sir Thomas Jones Woodward\, or as everyone knows him\, Sir Tom Jones! \n\n\n\nThis first class celebration for Sir Tom is accompanied by an outstanding band playing two hours of his iconic hits. \n\n\n\nLive on stage\, audiences will witness an award winning impersonation of the main man portrayed by the one and only Mr Andy Wood. \n\n\n\nAndy has built a massive and impressive reputation entertaining Sir Tom fans around the world for over 35 years. This year\, Sexbomb Celebrating the Music of Sir Tom Jones will be jetting off on an exciting two-week tour of Australia. \n\n\n\nTickets are now on sale for a funfilled evening celebrating everything Sir Tom Jones. \n\n\n\nAn evening not to be missed! \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 £32.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 03 December 2025 at 7.30pm \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/sexbomb-celebrating-the-music-of-tom-jones/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Sexbomb-Celebrating-the-Music-of-Tom-Jones.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251124T034118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T170603Z UID:10011707-1764876600-1764876600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:St Agnes Fountain DESCRIPTION:St Agnes Fountain\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout St Agnes Fountain\n\n\n\nAffectionately known as ‘The Aggies’ and ‘The Christmas Band’. The beloved ‘St Agnes Fountain’ (Chris Leslie\, Chris White and Julie Matthews) have toured every December since 2001 bar one\, and we all know which one that was! \n\n\n\nNow they are ready to tread the tinsel boards once more this December\, bringing Christmas (and a new CD) to the nation. \n\n\n\nChristmas\, as they say\, starts with St. Agnes Fountain. Presenting carols with a curve. \n\n\n\nSince their first get-together\, to record the eponymous St Agnes Fountain album in 2001\, the quartet\, David Hughes\, Fairport Convention’s Chris Leslie\, and multi-award-winning duo Chris While and Julie Matthews\, have brought musical invention and laughter to the stardust atmosphere of the season. \n\n\n\nIn 2020\, David decided to leave the band and\, very sadly\, passed away in 2023. He will be sorely missed… \n\n\n\nChris\, Chris\, and Julie will be keeping the Christmas Aggie spirit alive and working as a trio\, celebrating 24 years together again this year. \n\n\n\nAlthough the albums accompany the putting up of a thousand Christmas trees throughout Britain and around the globe as their reputation reaches further afield\, it is\, without question\, their magical live performances that have endeared them to an ever growing audience (tickets were again being sold for this year’s tour as the curtain fell last year). \n\n\n\nChristmas\, as they say\, starts with…… St Agnes Fountain… Fa la la la la la la la la! \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 £26.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 04 December 2025 at 7.30pm \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/st-agnes-fountain/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/St-Agnes-Fountain.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251124T034239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T034245Z UID:10011708-1764963000-1764963000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Skalectrics DESCRIPTION:Skalectrics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Skalectrics\n\n\n\nThe SKAlectrics are a 7 piece band from North Oxfordshire with one goal. To bring you the classic sounds from the early 80s Two Tone bands. \n\n\n\nThe band was formed by Neil Parker in early 2015\, who wanted to bring the classic sounds of Ska\, Two Tone\, and Trojan he grew up with to a new audience. \n\n\n\nThe SKAlectrics give audiences a very energetic show that includes all the great tracks from bands such as Madness\, The Specials\, Bad Manners\, The Selecter\, The Beat\, and many more. \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 £16.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 05 December 2025 at 7.30pm \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/skalectrics/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Skalectrics.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T211500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251126T002007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T093735Z UID:10011783-1764963000-1764969300@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Roopa Panesar - Atma (The Soul) DESCRIPTION:Roopa Panesar – Atma (The Soul). Photo credit: Sandeep Virdee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Roopa Panesar – Atma (The Soul)\n\n\n\nLove\, loss\, grief\, separation and the bliss of union – all are powerfully represented in ATMA (The Soul)\, first released as an album in 2023 and now performed live. \n\n\n\nA musical journey that portrays all aspects of life\, it is a rich musical meeting between the worlds of Indian classical and jazz\, in which sitar and tabla beautifully weave and interchange with double bass\, guitar and electronics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“One of the most important musicians to have emerged in the British Asian diaspora over the past few years.” \n\n\n\nSonglines \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\nFull Price – £45.00\, £33.00\, £27.00\, £15.00   \n\n\n\nConcession – £22.50\, £16.50\, £13.50\, £7.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 05 December 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 45 minutes \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nSheldonian Theatre is delighted to be presenting this as part of their ongoing partnership with the Asian Arts Agency. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/roopa-panesar-atma-the-soul/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Roopa-Panesar-Atma-The-Soul.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251030T202814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T094155Z UID:10004452-1765031400-1765036800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Family Christmas Carol Concert at Christ Church Cathedral DESCRIPTION:Family Christmas Carol Concert at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Family Christmas Carol Concert at Christ Church Cathedral\n\n\n\nThe Boys of Christ Church Cathedral Choir warmly welcomes those of all ages for a family-friendly\, relaxed\, fun and informal daytime celebration of the festive season at Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford. \n\n\n\nCome and enjoy the thunderous sound of the organ and be inspired by the beautiful angelic voices of the choristers. The programme will be interspersed with audience carols\, so make sure you come ready to sing and thoroughly immerse yourself in this seasonal treat for all the family. \n\n\n\nChrist Church Cathedral Choir is revered for the vibrancy of its sound and its artistic flexibility\, performing early and contemporary music with equal skill. \n\n\n\nOver the years\, the choir has provided a perfect platform for singers to progress to other award-winning choral groups such as the BBC Singers\, The Sixteen\, The King’s Singers\, The Tallis Scholars and The Cardinall’s Musick\, as well as to solo careers in oratorio\, opera and musical theatre. \n\n\n\nThe choir is regularly involved in broadcasts of Evensong and other key services and concerts and is often heard performing theme tunes and incidental music for TV dramas and films. \n\n\n\nThe Family Christmas Concert is an annual concert that is enjoyed by many and is a firm fixture in the choir’s diary. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nBand A – £33.00 Full price | £16.50 Standard concessionFront North TranseptReserved seating. Front on view of the stage \n\n\n\nBand B – £29.00 Full price | £14.50 Standard concessionRear North TranseptReserved seating. Front on view of the stage\, behind the Front North Transept seating. \n\n\n\nBand C – £20.00 Full price | £10.00 Standard concessionNaveChancel and SanctuaryUnreserved seating. A side-on view of the stage. \n\n\n\nBand D – £12 Full price | £6.00 Standard concessionChapel of RemembranceLady ChapelLatin ChapelNorth AisleNorth Transept AisleSouth AisleSouth Transept \n\n\n\nUnreserved seating. While these seating zones do not provide visibility of the performers\, the sound quality is unaffected. These zones have a live TV screen relay so audience members can see the performers on a screen and at close quarters. Christ Church Cathedral staff oversee the relay. All best efforts will be made to ensure the relay is live\, but it is possible that some latency will occur due to the historic nature of the building. \n\n\n\nBand E – £10 Full price | £5.00 Standard concessionLucy Chapel \n\n\n\nUnreserved seating. While these seating zones do not provide visibility of the performers\, the sound quality is unaffected. This is ideal for anyone who would prefer to enjoy the concert without a screen\, as this seating area will be screenless. \n\n\n\nStandard concession tickets are available for under 18s\, students and those on Job Seeker’s Allowance. Please bring your ID or proof of JSA to show on the door. \n\n\n\nMaximum 10 tickets for this event per order. \n\n\n\nIf you have access concerns or requirements\, contact the box office on 01865 244806 or see the booking info page for additional information. \n\n\n\nTimes:2.30pm to 4.00pm \n\n\n\nDuration:The performance has a 20-minute interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for more Christmas inspiration? Take a look at our comprehensive guide to Christmas in Oxford and across Oxfordshire. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/family-christmas-carol-concert-at-christ-church-cathedral/ LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford\, St Aldate’s\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1DP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Family-Christmas-Carol-Concert-at-Christ-Church-Cathedral.webp GEO:51.7497417;-1.2567655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ Church Cathedral Oxford St Aldate’s Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1DP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Aldate’s:geo:-1.2567655,51.7497417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T164500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T164500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251126T002107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T094243Z UID:10011825-1765039500-1765039500@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:City of Oxford Choir: O Be Joyful! - Relaxed Performance DESCRIPTION:City of Oxford Choir: O Be Joyful! – Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout City of Oxford Choir: O Be Joyful! – Relaxed Performance\n\n\n\nRing in the Christmas season with the City of Oxford Choir at O Be Joyful! A Christmas Carol Celebration — a festive evening of choral music in the beautiful setting of the University Church of St Mary the Virgin. \n\n\n\nThe choir presents a programme that captures the boisterous merriment of the feast\, the quieter joys of a good book by a cosy fire\, and the deep contentment of faithful reflection. \n\n\n\nBeloved carols such as Il est né and I Saw Three Ships appear alongside meditative arrangements of the Coventry Carol (Lully\, lulla) and O magnum mysterium. \n\n\n\nThe programme also features exquisite contemporary works\, including Caroline Shaw’s luminous Children’s Eye\, Errolyn Wallen’s moving Road to Refuge\, and Toby Young’s exuberant O Be Joyful. \n\n\n\nAudiences are invited to enjoy this rich and varied programme as the City of Oxford Choir welcomes the Christmas season in warmth and wonder. \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 £10.00 \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 06 December 2025 at 5.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 4.45pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/city-of-oxford-choir-o-be-joyful-relaxed-performance/ LOCATION:University Church of St Mary the Virgin\, Oxford\, The High Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4BJ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-O-Be-Joyful.webp GEO:51.7527761;-1.253692 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=University Church of St Mary the Virgin Oxford The High Street Oxford OX1 4BJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The High Street:geo:-1.253692,51.7527761 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T184500 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251126T002324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T094547Z UID:10011826-1765046700-1765046700@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:City of Oxford Choir: O Be Joyful! DESCRIPTION:City of Oxford Choir: O Be Joyful!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout City of Oxford Choir: O Be Joyful!\n\n\n\nRing in the Christmas season with the City of Oxford Choir at O Be Joyful! A Christmas Carol Celebration — a festive evening of choral music in the beautiful setting of the University Church of St Mary the Virgin. \n\n\n\nThe choir presents a programme that captures the boisterous merriment of the feast\, the quieter joys of a good book by a cosy fire\, and the deep contentment of faithful reflection. \n\n\n\nBeloved carols such as Il est né and I Saw Three Ships appear alongside meditative arrangements of the Coventry Carol (Lully\, lulla) and O magnum mysterium. \n\n\n\nThe programme also features exquisite contemporary works\, including Caroline Shaw’s luminous Children’s Eye\, Errolyn Wallen’s moving Road to Refuge\, and Toby Young’s exuberant O Be Joyful. \n\n\n\nAudiences are invited to enjoy this rich and varied programme as the City of Oxford Choir welcomes the Christmas season in warmth and wonder. \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 £18.00 \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 06 December 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6.45pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 45 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nTickets for the 7.30pm performance are also valid for the 5.00pm performance. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/city-of-oxford-choir-o-be-joyful/ LOCATION:University Church of St Mary the Virgin\, Oxford\, The High Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4BJ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-O-Be-Joyful.webp GEO:51.7527761;-1.253692 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=University Church of St Mary the Virgin Oxford The High Street Oxford OX1 4BJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The High Street:geo:-1.253692,51.7527761 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T213000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251030T184000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T105318Z UID:10006172-1765049400-1765056600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Commotio – Advent Antiphons DESCRIPTION:Commotio – Advent Antiphons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Commotio – Advent Antiphons\n\n\n\nCommotio – Advent Antiphons is a programme of seasonal music for Advent\, primarily from the 20th and 21st centuries\, from Oxford’s Contemporary Voice Choir. \n\n\n\nMotshwane Pege In PrincipioDavid Bednall Hail\, gladdening lightRichard Allain Vero Cras (Eight Advent Antiphons)Jonathan Lane There is no rose Becky McGlade Of the Father’s love begotten Graham Fitkin Christmas TruceMartin Read That Yonge childBob Chilcott Pilgrim JesusEric Whitacre Stopping by Woods on a Snowy EveningBob Chilcott A song of the cribGyongyosi Levente Puer natus in Bethlehem \n\n\n\nAbout Commotio \n\n\n\nFounded in 1999 and based in Oxford\, the chamber choir Commotio performs contemporary choral music primarily from the 20th and 21st centuries\, showcasing works by younger or lesser-known composers. \n\n\n\nThe choir is particularly recognised for its fine tuning\, attention to detail and challenging repertoire. The name Commotio derives from the Latin for movement/excitement. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Commotio – Advent Antiphons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Standard tickets – £15.00Consession tickets (over 65s\, age 16 to 18\, students and unwaged) – £12.00Under 16 tickets – Free URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/commotio-advent-antiphons/ LOCATION:SJE Arts Oxford\, St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Commotio-cr-Amalia-Bastos-copy-scaled-hANc3n.tmp_-e1700968686263.webp GEO:51.7466409;-1.2399875 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SJE Arts Oxford St John the Evangelist Church 109A Iffley Road Oxford OX4 1EH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road:geo:-1.2399875,51.7466409 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T220000 DTSTAMP:20260417T152934 CREATED:20251112T150044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T105304Z UID:10011558-1765049400-1765058400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Virgin's Child - The Arcadian Singers 50th Anniversary Concert DESCRIPTION:The Virgin’s Child – The Arcadian Singers 50th Anniversary Concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Virgin’s Child – The Arcadian Singers 50th Anniversary Concert\n\n\n\nA 50th Anniversary Christmas Celebration with the Arcadian Singers and Alumni \n\n\n\nJoin the Arcadian Singers and alumni for a special 50th anniversary Christmas concert featuring music by Byrd\, Mendelssohn\, Poulenc\, Charpentier\, Attwood\, Beach\, McDowall\, Victoria\, Finzi\, and Rubbra\, alongside traditional carols. \n\n\n\nFounded in 1976 as a madrigal choir\, the Arcadian Singers are Oxford’s premier independent chamber choir\, providing a platform for young singers and showcasing outstanding music-making. The ensemble is made up primarily of students and staff from across Oxford’s universities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets available via Ticketsource \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nEvent website URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-virgins-child-the-arcadian-singers-50th-anniversary-concert/ LOCATION:Keble College Chapel\, Oxford\, Keble College\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3PG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/that-virgins-child-01.webp GEO:51.7588355;-1.257954 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Keble College Chapel Oxford Keble College Parks Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3PG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Keble College\, Parks Road:geo:-1.257954,51.7588355 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR