BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Oxford Magazine 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:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240409T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T235959 DTSTAMP:20250322T132626Z CREATED:20240227T125750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T132626Z UID:10009322-1712620800-1712879999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Boy Out The City DESCRIPTION:Boy Out The City\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Boy Out The City\n\n\n\nThe euphoria of seeing Sister Act 2 for the first time\, surviving the streets of Coventry in his NafNaf jacket and the lonely aisles of Hobbycraft\, this is the electric\, funny and raw autobiographical debut by Declan Bennett. \n\n\n\nDeclan takes us on a journey into the messy and turbulent world of toxic masculinity\, homophobia and men’s mental health\, confronting his Catholic school days in Coventry\, discovering the Gay scene in 90’s Soho and surviving the harsh bright lights of New York City. \n\n\n\nThis is the story of a man in desperate search of identity and sanity who\, when confronted with the unexpected isolation of the Oxfordshire countryside\, is forced to fight the demons of his past and come face to face with the Boy Out The City. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Bennett is an outstanding actor and a master of words.” \nLondon Theatre Review\n\n\n\n\n“Boy Out The City is vibrant\, funny and harrowing all at the same time. Make sure to catch it.” \nTheatre & Tonic\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\nDates & Times:Tuesday 09 April at 7.30pmWednesday 10 April at 7.30pmThursday 11 April at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDuration:60 minutes without an interval. \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/boy-out-the-city/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/boy-out-the-city-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240408T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240408T235959 DTSTAMP:20250802T093001Z CREATED:20240225T134316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T093001Z UID:10009385-1712534400-1712620799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Goldilocks The Ballet DESCRIPTION:Goldilocks\, the Ballet presented by the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Goldilocks The Ballet\n\n\n\nPresented by the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company \n\n\n\nJoin Goldilocks\, the girl with the lovely locks and her jar of magical honey\, as she befriends a family of bears and teaches everyone the value of sharing. \n\n\n\nBut watch out for Selfish Sid\, who\, on hearing that the honey is magical\, hatches a nasty plan to steal it from Goldilocks. \n\n\n\nWith a 1940s vibe\, a variety of dance styles and plenty of bowls of delicious porridge\, this ballet is juuuuust right. \n\n\n\nGoldilocks The Ballet is the perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the magic of live\, professional ballet for a special Easter treat. \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\nTimes:Monday 08 April at 1.00pm and 3.00pm. \n\n\n\nPrices:Adults £16.00. Seniors\, Students and Under 18s £14.00. \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDuration:TBC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/goldilocks-the-ballet/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Dance,Family,Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/goldilocks-the-ballet-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240406T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240406T235959 DTSTAMP:20250301T211541Z CREATED:20240131T185440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T211541Z UID:10006333-1712361600-1712447999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:In The Dead Of Night DESCRIPTION:In The Dead Of Night\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout In The Dead Of Night\n\n\n\nA thrilling\, funny\, and heart-warming story about an awesome girl called Lily who faces her fears and saves the day. Adapted from Arthur McBain’s internationally best selling book by award-winning Faceplant Theatre. \n\n\n\nFrom Faceplant Theatre\, the creators of One Duck Down (Lyric Hammersmith\, Pleasance Edinburgh\, VAULT Festival). \n\n\n\nWill Lily conquer her fears?Will she conquer her fright?Will she conquer the ghouls In the Dead of the Night? \n\n\n\n\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\nDates & Times:TSaturday 06 April at 11.00am\, 1.30pm and 4.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 14+This show includes bad language and sexual references. \n\n\n\nDuration:60 minutes withno interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/in-the-dead-of-night/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/in-the-dead-of-the-night-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240405T235959 DTSTAMP:20250802T092953Z CREATED:20240404T132810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T092953Z UID:10009549-1712275200-1712361599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Goldilocks The Ballet DESCRIPTION:Goldilocks\, the Ballet presented by the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Goldilocks The Ballet\n\n\n\nPresented by the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company \n\n\n\nJoin Goldilocks\, the girl with the lovely locks and her jar of magical honey\, as she befriends a family of bears and teaches everyone the value of sharing. \n\n\n\nBut watch out for Selfish Sid\, who\, on hearing that the honey is magical\, hatches a nasty plan to steal it from Goldilocks. \n\n\n\nWith a 1940s vibe\, a variety of dance styles and plenty of bowls of delicious porridge\, this ballet is juuuuust right. \n\n\n\nGoldilocks The Ballet is the perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the magic of live\, professional ballet for a special Easter treat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpdate 20 March 2024:This event is now taking place in the theatre at North Oxfordshire Academy\, Drayton Road\, Banbury OX16 0UD. Ticket holders have been contacted with more information about their booking. Please book below if you would like to attend at North Oxfordshire Academy. \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\nTimes:Friday 05 April at 11.00am and 1.00pm. \n\n\n\nPrices:Standard tickets £12.00. (£11.00 when booking 4+ tickets.) \n\n\n\nDuration:40 minutes \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/goldilocks-the-ballet-the-mill-banbu/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Dance,Family,Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/goldilocks-the-ballet-01-1920x1080-1.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:20240330T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240330T203000 DTSTAMP:20250222T143228Z CREATED:20240221T133614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T143228Z UID:10009316-1711827000-1711830600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Fat Chance DESCRIPTION:Fat Chance by Rachel Stockdale\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Fat Chance\n\n\n\nWritten & Performed by Rachel Stockdale \n\n\n\nDirected by Jonluke McKie \n\n\n\n“I’m not saying I’m not beautiful. I’m saying I’m fat AND beautiful”. \n\n\n\nMeet Rachel – a 20-something actress from Boro whose funny\, celebratory and politically powerful one-woman play explores her true-life experience of weight gain from size 8 to 18.  \n\n\n\nFrom audition nerves and throwaway comments to literally breaking a leg\, this play is for: \n\n\n\n\nAnyone who’s felt like they had to shrink themselves\n\n\n\nAnyone who’s adapted to be more palatable to others\n\n\n\nAnyone who‘s ever put on or lost weight and been treated differently\n\n\n\nAnyone who had free school dinners\n\n\n\nAnyone who feels they don’t fit.\n\n\n\n\nThis unconventional show looks at the pitfalls of trying to have it all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“I’ve never felt an audience collectively hold its breath in sheer shock and anticipation. This is raw and this is real.” \nThe Crack Magazine\n\n\n\n\n“Eat your heart out\, Jo Brand. There’s a new girl on the block and one with a message to boot.” \nReviews Hub\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrailer\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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 60 minutes \n\n\n\nWarning: This production contains strong language\, adult themes including ‘disordered eating (aka diet culture)’\, and references to being a survivor of abuse. \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/fat-chance/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/fat-chance-rachel-stockdale-01-1920x1080-.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240330T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240330T193000 DTSTAMP:20250301T131941Z CREATED:20230330T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T131941Z UID:10006104-1711827000-1711827000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Johannes Radebe - House of JoJo DESCRIPTION:Johannes Radebe – House of JoJo at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Johannes Radebe – House of JoJo\n\n\n\nA new story begins…Welcome to the House of JoJo. \n\n\n\nJoin TV Dance Sensation Johannes Radebe and a host of eclectic characters in this brand-new theatrical celebration jam-packed with roof-raising music\, dazzling costumes and\, of course\, world-class dance.  \n\n\n\nThe doors to the House of JoJo are open – and you are invited. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Johannes Radebe – House of JoJo at New Theatre Oxford\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\nPrices:From £39.25Tickets are subject to a transaction fee \n\n\n\nDates & times:Doors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:Age guidance 14+.Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.Photographic ID may be required upon entry. \n\n\n\nDuration:This show has an interval \n\n\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/johannes-radebe-house-of-jojo/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/johannes-radebe-house-of-joJo-01-1920x1080-1.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:20240327T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T212000 DTSTAMP:20250201T112408Z CREATED:20240131T173718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T112408Z UID:10006327-1711567800-1711574400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Graziano Di Prima – Believe: My Life On Stage DESCRIPTION:Graziano Di Prima – Believe: My Life On Stage\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Graziano Di Prima – Believe: My Life On Stage\n\n\n\nFollowing his sixth consecutive year on the hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing\, Graziano Di Prima and his wife Giada Lini will take to the stage in a brand-new show. \n\n\n\nBefore the sequins and sparkles of Strictly\, Sicily’s very own Billy Elliot grew up working in the vineyards with his father. He hoped and believed that one day\, dancing would be his career. \n\n\n\nBelieve – My Life On Stage\, Graziano’s first solo tour\, tells his story in his distinct style. This new show is a tribute to his Italian ancestors and an electrifying evening of Latin and Ballroom dancing. Including a special thank you to a family who never wavered in their belief that their son would one day be a professional dancer. Experience Graziano’s life story today. \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\nDates & Times:Wednesday 27 March at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 7+ \n\n\n\nDuration:110 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/graziano-di-prima-believe-my-life-on-stage/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/graziano-di-prima-believe-my-life-on-stage-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240330T235959 DTSTAMP:20250301T211551Z CREATED:20240225T125428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T211551Z UID:10009378-1711497600-1711843199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Wizard of Oz DESCRIPTION:The Wizard of Oz by Reading Operatic Society\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Wizard of Oz presented by Reading Operatic Society\n\n\n\nBy L. Frank Baum with Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg \n\n\n\nBackground Music by Herbert Stothart. \n\n\n\nDance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard with Orchestration by Larry Wilcox Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company \n\n\n\nBased upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros. \n\n\n\nThe award-winning Reading Operatic Society is proud and privileged to present\, by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark\, an Easter treat for the whole family\, “The Wizard of Oz”. \n\n\n\nFollow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz has thrilled audiences worldwide. \n\n\n\nThis stage adaptation\, originally presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company\, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London\, starring Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West\, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband\, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame)\, played the Cowardly Lion. \n\n\n\nWith the Creative Team of Director Jake Turnell Willett\, Associate Musical Director Amy Bingham and Choreographer Kim Coulson\, this promises to be a splashy\, spectacle-driven\, fun extravaganza suitable for all ages\, which should not be missed. \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\nDates & times:Wednesday 27 March at 7.30pmThursday 28 March at 7.30pmFriday 29 March at 2.30pm and 7.30pmSaturday 30 March at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nPrices:Adults £23.00\, Concessions £21.00\, Family Price (2 adults and 2 children) £84.00. \n\n\n\nConcessions are Senior Citizens\, Students\, Under 18s and Keepers/Friends. \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDuration:TBC\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-wizard-of-oz-reading-operatic-society/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-wizard-of-oz-reading-operatic-society-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T235959 DTSTAMP:20250301T131901Z CREATED:20240221T154703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T131901Z UID:10009349-1711065600-1711238399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Dear Zoo Live On Stage! DESCRIPTION:Dear Zoo Live On Stage!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Dear Zoo Live On Stage!\n\n\n\nI wrote to the zoo to send me a pet and they sent me a… \n\n\n\nBen and Sally are searching for the perfect pet\, but instead\, the zoo sent a far too big elephant\, a far too grumpy camel\, and a far too-jumpy frog. Whatever will they send next?! \n\n\n\nRod Campbell’s much-loved lift-the-flap book has been a firm favourite with children and parents for nearly forty years. Lovingly adapted for the stage\, his distinctive illustrations leap from the page in this colourful show packed full of puppetry\, songs and\, of course\, all the animals from the zoo. \n\n\n\nWith lots of laughs and audience interaction\, Dear Zoo is the perfect introduction to theatre for young children. Find out whether the zoo will send the perfect pet… in the end! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDear Zoo Live On Stage! Trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReview\n\n\n\n\n★★★★★ “A must-see for fans of the book\, and for any young child who likes animals!” \nWhat’s Good to Do\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees. \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDuration: 55 minutes \n\n\n\nAdditional information: Relaxed performance on Friday 22 March at 4.00pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/dear-zoo-live-on-stage/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/dear-zoo-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.9431406;-1.5450005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Theatre Chipping Norton 2 Spring Street Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 5NL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Spring Street:geo:-1.5450005,51.9431406 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T235959 DTSTAMP:20240328T125908Z CREATED:20240221T130400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T125908Z UID:10009314-1711065600-1711238399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Blue Stockings DESCRIPTION:Blue Stockings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Blue Stockings\n\n\n\nBy Jessica Swale \n\n\n\nDirected by Paul Simpson \n\n\n\nAn Oxford Playhouse Young Company production \n\n\n\nGirton College\, Cambridge. 1896. Four young women embark on the first year of their higher education\, knowing they will never formally graduate or be recognized for their achievements. \n\n\n\nDespite their intense studying and matching their male peers across the board academically\, they will leave only with the stigma of being a ‘blue stocking’ – an unnatural\, educated woman. \n\n\n\nDetermined to fight their cause\, their first tumultuous year sees them facing the huge challenges of the class system\, extreme hostility and prejudice whilst balancing their own competing desires for learning\, family\, and love. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse Young Company\, for young people aged 17 to 25\, return to the main stage as they explore Jessica Swale’s witty and celebrated play\, charting the journey of these educational pioneers. \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\nAge guidance: 12+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 120 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 19 March at 7.30pmSaturday 20 March at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAdditional information: For this production\, you’ll be closer to the action with unreserved seating on the main stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/blue-stockings/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/blue-stockings-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T235959 DTSTAMP:20240328T125915Z CREATED:20240117T173550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T125915Z UID:10006325-1710979200-1711151999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Tomorrow Is Not Promised DESCRIPTION:Tomorrow Is Not Promised\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Tomorrow Is Not Promised\n\n\n\nA captivating new performance piece using magical realism and poetic language to tell a tale about a Black British woman who finds herself homeless and alone after an earthquake. She embarks on a courageous journey towards healing\, through grief\, loss\, and great change. \n\n\n\nKindly supported by Arts Council England. \n\n\n\nBy Tian Glasgow \n\n\n\nA co-production between New Slang Productions\, The Lowry\, Salford and Sustained Theatre Up North \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\nDates & Times:Thursday 21 March at 7.30pmFriday 22 March at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 12+ \n\n\n\nDuration:60 minutes\, with no interval. \n\n\n\nVenue: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/tomorrow-is-not-promised/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tomorrow-is-not-promised-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T235959 DTSTAMP:20250301T131848Z CREATED:20240225T123444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T131848Z UID:10009377-1710892800-1711238399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Pygmalion: Presented by Henley Players DESCRIPTION:Pygmalion: Presented by Henley Players\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pygmalion: Presented by Henley Players\n\n\n\n“I have created this thing out of the squashed cabbage leaves of Covent Garden; and now she pretends to play the fine lady with me.”  \n\n\n\nEccentric phonetics expert Henry Higgins thinks he can pass off a poor flower girl in polite society with a few months of elocution lessons.  \n\n\n\nIt turns out that spirited Eliza Doolittle has a mind and personality of her own and is not willing to lose them as readily as she sheds her cockney accent.  \n\n\n\nStrong characters and great wit animate this classic comedy\, and the themes of social mobility and women’s empowerment are as relevant today as when Pygmalion was first performed over a century ago. \n\n\n\nPygmalion spawned many adaptations for film and stage and was recently revived at the Old Vic. Whether you’re a lover of classic drama or a seeker of truth\, this play promises an unforgettable evening. \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\nDates\, times & prices:Wednesday 20 March 2024 at 7.30pm – Adult £19.00\, Concessions £18.00.Thursday 21 March 2024 at 7.30pm – Adult £19.00\, Concessions £18.00.Friday 22 March 2024 at 7.30pm – All tickets £21.00.Saturday 23 March 2024 at 2.30pm – Pay what you want\, minimum price £5.00.Saturday 23 March 2024 at 7.30pm – All tickets £21.00. \n\n\n\nConcessions are: Senior Citizens\, Students\, Under 18s and Keepers/Friends. \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDuration:TBC\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/pygmalion-presented-by-henley-players/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/pygmalion-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240319T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T061628Z CREATED:20240221T125133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061628Z UID:10009313-1710806400-1710979199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Nora: A Doll’s House DESCRIPTION:Nora: A Doll’s House\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Nora: A Doll’s House\n\n\n\nBy Stef Smith \n\n\n\nA Magdalen College School production. \n\n\n\nNora is the perfect wife and mother. She is dutiful and beautiful\, and everything is always in its right place. \n\n\n\nBut when a secret from her past comes back to haunt her\, her life rapidly unravels. Over the course of three days\, Nora must fight to protect herself and her family or risk losing everything. \n\n\n\nStef Smith reimagines Henrik Ibsen’s classic\, thrusting the narrative into a contemporary setting. The play navigates the complexities of gender\, power\, and societal expectations with a modern lens. \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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 90 minutes \n\n\n\nWarning: This production contains scenes of misogyny\, scenes of a sexual nature\, scenes of a distressing nature\, strong language\, strobe and hazer. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 19 March at 7.30pmWednesday 20 March at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nora-a-dolls-house/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/nora-a-dolls-house-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240314T214000 DTSTAMP:20240307T061640Z CREATED:20240117T171234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061640Z UID:10006323-1710444600-1710452400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Wild Visions\, Untamed Myth DESCRIPTION:Wild Visions\, Untamed Myth \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wild Visions\, Untamed Myth\n\n\n\nA double helping of ancient myth that sets the women firmly centre stage. \n\n\n\nPlunge into the wild world of the goddess Artemis\, an ecstatic encounter with the Dawn\, a moonlit path that leads to transformation and a dilemma that maybe only the audience can solve. \n\n\n\nThen meet Kassandra\, blessed with the power to see the future\, cursed with never being believed: urban\, dark and devastating. \n\n\n\nCreated and performed by storytellers Katy Cawkwell (“Compelling and gripping” —Everything Theatre) and Lucy Lill (“Delightful and charismatic” —Time Out). \n\n\n\nJoin them on a path less trodden\, as they go hunting in the wild places and raking through the ashes of a fallen city to bring you epic tales of women taking their power whatever the consequences. \n\n\n\n\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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nVenue: BT Studio \n\n\n\nDuration:130 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/wild-visions-untamed-myth/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/wild-visions-untamed-myth-01-1920x1080-.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240316T235959 DTSTAMP:20240322T010723Z CREATED:20240117T170255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T010723Z UID:10006322-1710201600-1710633599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Macbeth DESCRIPTION:Macbeth by English Touring Theatre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Macbeth\n\n\n\nA struggling and divided nation\, tearing itself apart. So\, when the Macbeths see their chance at the crown\, why shouldn’t they take it? \n\n\n\nBut things don’t go according to plan. Dreams quickly turn to nightmares\, humanity erodes\, nature stirs. As society strives to make sense of the darkness that sits inside it\, how long will it take for people to fight back against the endless cycle of violence and corruption? \n\n\n\nA visceral and contemporary new production that speaks to a world we find ourselves living in now\, asking why has Macbeth haunted our fears and nightmares for centuries and what lesson is this cautionary tale still urgently trying to communicate to us? \n\n\n\nBy William ShakespeareDirected by Richard Twyman \n\n\n\nETT in association with Bristol Old Vic. Originally co-produced by ETT\, Shakespeare North\, Northern Stage and Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/8UUJ1HRCmfM\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\nDates & Times:Tuesday 12 March at 7.30pmWednesday 13 March at 7.30pmThursday 14 March at 2.30pm and 7.30pmFriday 15 March at 8.00pmSaturday 16 March at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 12+ \n\n\n\nWarning:This production contains strong language\, mild physical violence\, reference to child death. \n\n\n\nDuration:150 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/macbeth/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/macbeth-english-touring-theatre-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T203000 DTSTAMP:20240306T152409Z CREATED:20240221T145938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T152409Z UID:10009347-1709667000-1709670600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:On Track DESCRIPTION:On Track\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout On Track\n\n\n\n“[The bicycle] has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world. It gives women a feeling of freedom and self-reliance. I stand and rejoice every time I see a woman ride by on a wheel.” – Susan B Anthony\, Women’s Rights Activist\, 1896 \n\n\n\nMarch 2020. Kit is a resourceful working mother of two who thrives in a fast-paced world\, but when lockdown hits\, her world shrinks. With the walls closing in\, two wheels become her sanctuary and her escape. \n\n\n\nA new play drawing on true stories and using RedCape Theatre’s trademark blend of comedy and visual and physical theatre\, On Track follows Kit’s journey of discovery through the history of women’s cycling. \n\n\n\nExploring the effects of isolation on mental health and showing how a simple bicycle can become a vehicle to freedom once again\, On Track will inspire you to pump up your tyres and ride out on a new adventure\, too. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees. \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nAge guidance: 12+ \n\n\n\nPrices:Tickets for Pick A Price events start at £5.00\, with recommended pricing to help you to choose a price that works for you. All prices include any booking fees. \n\n\n\nDuration: 60 minutes \n\n\n\nAdditional information: This show contains integrated live BSL Interpretation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/on-track/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/on-track-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.9431406;-1.5450005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Theatre Chipping Norton 2 Spring Street Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 5NL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Spring Street:geo:-1.5450005,51.9431406 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240309T235959 DTSTAMP:20250301T131810Z CREATED:20240221T120848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T131810Z UID:10009312-1709596800-1710028799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Sun King DESCRIPTION:The Sun King\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Sun King\n\n\n\nBy Uğur Özcan \n\n\n\n“You may conspire in the dark\, but everything eventually comes to light.” \n\n\n\nThe Sun King follows Jamie\, a boy growing up in a developing country. Each summer\, Jamie comes to the same spot on the same beach and speaks with a mysterious figure – the king of a magical realm far\, far away. \n\n\n\nOver time\, their conversations begin to blur the lines between reality and fiction while Jamie watches his country and his identity change in ways he could not anticipate. \n\n\n\nThis queer\, political coming-of-age fantasy combines a daring set\, powerful writing\, and a new perspective on all-too-familiar themes. \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\nAge guidance: 16+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 115 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nWarning: This production contains swearing\, strong homophobic language\, and references to suicide. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 05 March at 7.30pmWednesday 06 March at 7.30pmThursday 07 March at 7.30pmFriday 08 March at 7.30pmSaturday 09 March at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-sun-king/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-sun-king-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240309T235959 DTSTAMP:20250301T131802Z CREATED:20230305T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T131802Z UID:10006096-1709596800-1710028799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Drifters Girl DESCRIPTION:The Drifters Girl at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Drifters Girl\n\n\n\nNominated for Best New Musical at the 2022 Olivier Awards\, this smash-hit show has a phenomenal soundtrack packed full of iconic Drifters hits\, including Saturday Night At The Movies\, Save The Last Dance For Me and Stand By Me. \n\n\n\nDiscover the remarkable story of the Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them. From the highs of hit records to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy\, Faye Treadwell is the legendary manager of The Drifters\, who refused to give up on the group she loved.  \n\n\n\nThirty years and hundreds of hit songs later\, there is no doubt that Faye Treadwell was and always will be The Drifters Girl. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\nHit after hit in this sensational show \nSmooth Radio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n★★★★☆ A great night out \nDaily Express\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:From £13.00Tickets are subject to a transaction fee \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday and Friday at 7.30pm (doors open at 7.00pm)Wednesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm (doors open at 2.00pm and 7.00pm respectively) \n\n\n\nAge guidance:Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nDuration:This show has an interval \n\n\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/the-drifters-girl/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-drifters-girl-01-1920x1080-1.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:20240304T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240304T203000 DTSTAMP:20250301T131749Z CREATED:20240106T202403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T131749Z UID:10006319-1709580600-1709584200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Hot House – Richard Chappell Dance DESCRIPTION:Hot House – Richard Chappell Dance. Image credit: Jack Thomson\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hot House – Richard Chappell Dance\n\n\n\nInternationally renowned company Richard Chappell Dance returns to Oxford Playhouse with their latest creation Hot House. \n\n\n\nA passionate response to the cost-of-living crisis Hot House shares the frustration currently felt by many\, turning that intense energy into a powerful celebration of collective generosity. \n\n\n\nProviding a space for people to come together and be uplifted by the Company’s extraordinary ensemble of performers\, this new show features a soundscape influenced by Chinese\, Indian and European classical music\, rearranged and performed by violinist Enyuan Khong and electronic music duo Larch. \n\n\n\nFollowing on from the success of Richard Chappell Dance’s recent production Infinite Ways Home\, Hot House is a bold\, transformational evening that celebrates the joy of movement and music in a setting where concert meets bonfire. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReview\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n“A scorching performance of energy and incandescent passion for life!” \nThe Crack Magazine\n\n\n\n\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\nAge guidance:Suitable for all ages. \n\n\n\nDuration:60 minutes without an interval. \n\n\n\nWarning:This production uses strobe lighting. \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\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/hot-house-richard-chappell-dance/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hot-house-richard-chappell-dance-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T235959 DTSTAMP:20250112T012421Z CREATED:20240106T195638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T012421Z UID:10006318-1709164800-1709423999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Frankenstein DESCRIPTION:Frankenstein\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Frankenstein\n\n\n\nAn imitating the dog and Leeds Playhouse Co-Production \n\n\n\nA storm gathers outside as a couple pack up a room. Clothes and toys are carefully stored away in boxes and bags. Lightning flashes. Picking up a book\, the woman reads aloud. It’s a story about ambition and playing God\, and about what happens when we bring new life into the world. It’s also about rejection\, horror and revenge. It’s the story of Frankenstein. \n\n\n\nAs the couple confront their own fears\, they re-create a version of Frankenstein that erupts into life as everyday objects are transformed into glaciers\, a ship at sea\, a dissecting room\, a house on fire… \n\n\n\nThe latest adaptation in a series of Gothic texts\, imitating the dog and Leeds Playhouse’s multimedia exploration of Mary Shelley’s classic novel is a psychological thriller which dares to ask the question – what is it to be human? \n\n\n\nRemember\, that I am thy creature; l ought to be thy Adam; but I am rather the fallen angel… \n\n\n\nInspired by Mary Shelley’s novel \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n“Multiplatform theatre-makers of rare ambition and invention.” \nThe Guardian on imitating the dog\n\n\n\n\n“A modern work of art“A modern work of art.” \nWest End Best Friend on Macbeth (2023)\n\n\n\n\n“Conceptually breath-taking.” \nThe Stage on Heart of Darkness\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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDuration:120 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nWarning:This production contains flashing imagery and lighting effects\, loud noises\, including sudden bangs\, strong language\, scenes featuring moments\, descriptions and images of violence\, pregnancy\, mentions of child-loss and scenes of childbirth. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/frankenstein/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/frankenstein-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240227T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T061714Z CREATED:20240220T162043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061714Z UID:10009319-1708992000-1709423999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Pact DESCRIPTION:The Pact\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Pact\n\n\n\nBy Adrienne Knight \n\n\n\n“We go together or we do not go at all; To permanent ends these tragic events unfold.” \n\n\n\nThe Oxford applications process forces sixth-formers Ava and Maxwell\, longtime rivals\, to spend time together. Complex feelings for each other grow\, prompting them to make a pact: if one of them doesn’t get into Oxford\, the other will reject their offer so that they can both be together. \n\n\n\nThe Pact is a new tragicomedy musical created by Adrienne Knight\, exploring how talent and ambition impact relationships. Expect original music\, memorable characters\, and modern twists on tragic tropes. \n\n\n\nUniversity of Oxford Student Season: Hilary Term 2024 \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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 90 munites \n\n\n\nWarning: This production contains strong language\, death\, discussions of death. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 27 February at 7.30pmWednesday 28 February at 7.30pmThursday 29 February at 7.30pmFriday 01 March at 7.30pmSaturday 02 March at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-pact/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-pact-1-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240227T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T061717Z CREATED:20240220T161224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061717Z UID:10009320-1708992000-1709423999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Truth and Dances DESCRIPTION:Truth and Dances\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Truth and Dances\n\n\n\nBy N.F. K. \n\n\n\n“But there is – truth- somewhere\, tied up in sheets\, corseted by the lights and the stage. Somewhere\, a heart\, bound up in a curtain.” \n\n\n\nTruth and Dances tells three short stories of young queer identity. The play moves through the parallel lives of Marshall\, Will and Hal as they struggle with gender expression and dysfunctional relationships. \n\n\n\nThe new writing of N.F. K’s “Portraits” is arresting and expressive\, voicing both the complexity and the immediacy of internal crisis – the experimental dialogue of Truth And Dances is the sound of love and identity fighting to articulate itself. \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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 45 munites \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 27 February at 9.30pmWednesday 28 February at 9.30pmThursday 29 February at 9.30pmFriday 01 March at 9.30pmSaturday 02 March at 9.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/truth-and-dances/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/truth-and-dances-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240220T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240224T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T061719Z CREATED:20240220T160406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061719Z UID:10009317-1708387200-1708819199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Vanitas DESCRIPTION:Vanitas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Vanitas\n\n\n\nBy James Whitney & Danny Doyle-Vidaurre \n\n\n\n“Arise\, initiates\, for the dinner party of a lifetime.” \n\n\n\nWhen the skull relic of charismatic cult-founder Gideon Saxon goes missing during an initiation ceremony\, accusations abound. \n\n\n\nWho better to give the mystery closure than his own restless spirit\, summoned in séance? But in this farce\, some may get more than they bargained for\, not least the insidious host of the proceedings… \n\n\n\nVanitas is a brand-new comedy written by James Whitney and Danny Doyle-Vidaurre that takes inspiration from its art movement namesake. Step inside at your peril and meet the spectre at the feast! \n\n\n\nUniversity of Oxford Student Season: Hilary Term 2024 \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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDuration: 60 minutes \n\n\n\nWarning: This production contains mild references to violence and kidnapping. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 20 February at 9.30pmWednesday 21 February at 9.30pmThursday 22 February at 9.30pmFriday 23 February at 9.30pmSaturday 24 February at 9.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: BT Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/vanitas/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Vanitas-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240220T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240224T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T061721Z CREATED:20240106T194258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061721Z UID:10006317-1708387200-1708819199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Noises Off DESCRIPTION:Noises Off\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Noises Off\n\n\n\nOne of the greatest British comedies ever written returns to The Playhouse following a sell-out and triumphant West End run. \n\n\n\nMichael Frayn’s celebrated play serves up a riotous double bill\, a play within a play. Hurtling along at breakneck speed\, Noises Off follows the on and offstage antics of a touring theatre company as they stumble their way through the fictional farce\, Nothing On. \n\n\n\nFrom the shambolic final rehearsals before opening night in Weston-super-Mare\, to a disastrous matinee in Ashton-under-Lyne seen entirely\, and hilariously silently\, from backstage\, before we share their final\, brilliantly catastrophic performance in Stockton-on-Tees. \n\n\n\nOne of the UK’s favourite actresses\, Liza Goddard’s extensive stage comedy credits include Life of Riley\, Communicating Doors\, Season’s Greetings and Relatively Speaking. \n\n\n\nPaul Bradley is best known for playing Nigel Bates in EastEnders and Elliot Hope in Holby City. \n\n\n\nSimon Shepherd’s many credits include Peak Practice and the West End productions of Posh\, The Duck House\, Rapture\, Art and Hay Fever. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n★★★★★ “One of the most joyous farces ever written… reduced me to laughter so helpless I could barely see the stage for crying.” \nWhatsOnStage\n\n\n\n\n★★★★ “Pure comic bliss. Dazzlingly brilliant… has lost none of its power to reduce well-behaved adults to hysterical wrecks.” \nDaily Mail\n\n\n\n\n★★★★ “Glorious… one of the funniest plays in the canon.” \nThe Times\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\nAge guidance: 12+ \n\n\n\nDuration:135 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 20 February at 7.30pmWednesday 21 February at 2.30pm & 7.30pm (Captioned)Thursday 22 February at 2.30pm & 7.30pmFriday 23 February at 8.00pmSaturday 24 February at 2.30pm (Audio Described\, with Touch Tour at 1.00pm) & 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/noises-off/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/noises-off-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240206T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T235959 DTSTAMP:20250112T012307Z CREATED:20240106T183650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T012307Z UID:10006312-1707177600-1707609599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Circle DESCRIPTION:The Circle\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Circle\n\n\n\nWill history come full circle? Or can one generation learn from their parents’ mistakes? \n\n\n\nJane Asher (Alfie\, Deep End) plays Lady Kitty\, a society beauty who notoriously abandoned her stuffy husband Clive (Clive Francis\, The Crown)\, and eloped with the handsome Lord Porteous (Nicholas Le Prevost\, Shakespeare in Love\, Testament of Youth). \n\n\n\nThirty years later\, love’s young dream has descended into non-stop squabbling… \n\n\n\nMeanwhile Clive and Lady Kitty’s son Arnold (Pete Ashmore\, The Lovely Bones) faces the same marital fate\, as his wife Elizabeth (Olivia Vinall) threatens to elope with the dashing Teddie Luton (Chirag Benedict Lobo). \n\n\n\nSomerset Maugham’s sparky comedy of manners was first staged in 1921 and has remained a firm favourite with audiences ever since. Maugham was among the most successful novelists and playwrights of the inter-war years. Many of his novels\, including The Painted Veil\, Theatre\, Up At The Villa and Of Human Bondage have been adapted for the screen. \n\n\n\nBy Somerset MaughamStarring Jane Asher\, Clive Francis and Nicholas Le PrevostDirected by Tom Littler \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n★★★★★ “An exceptional cast. Thrilling to watch. A comic treat.” \nWhatsOnStage\n\n\n\n\nTom Littler’s deft production of Maugham’s play is consistently candid and surprising. Strongly acted. \nGuardian\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\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 06 February at 7.30pmWednesday 07 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm (Captioned)Thursday 08 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pmFriday 09 February at 8.00pmSaturday 10 February at 2.30pm (Audio Described\, with Touch Tour at 1.00pm) and 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-circle/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-circle-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T235959 DTSTAMP:20250201T112416Z CREATED:20230205T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T112416Z UID:10006000-1707091200-1707609599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:I Should Be So Lucky DESCRIPTION:I Should Be So Lucky at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout I Should Be So Lucky\n\n\n\nIt’s here. All the hit-factory songs you love – finally on stage in an all-new musical. \n\n\n\nHead from the aisle to the Isles in the official Stock Aitken Waterman musical featuring the soundtrack of a generation with music from pop royalty\, including Kylie Minogue (I Should Be So Lucky)\, Rick Astley (Never Gonna Give You Up)\, Jason Donovan (Especially for You)\, Bananarama (Love In The First Degree) and so many more\, all woven into this original story. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nI Should Be So Lucky at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHilarious and heart-warming – I Should Be So Lucky is about family\, friends\, love and great times. Soaring anthems\, classic pop tracks\, and dazzling dance sequences come together featuring no less than 10 Number 1 singles and over 30 songs from the Hit Factory whose music defined an era.  \n\n\n\nThe creative team is led by stage and screen legend Debbie Isitt (director and writer of the hit Nativity! franchise)\, Jason Gilkison (creative director for Strictly Come Dancing) and the music genius of Stock Aitken Waterman. \n\n\n\nElla and Nathan a young couple\, hopelessly in love and about to take the biggest step of their lives – marriage. Until it all goes wrong. Will they be together forever\, or will he make her cry and say goodbye? \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\nSee important ticketing information below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices: From £24.10Tickets are subject to a transaction fee. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Monday 05 February at 7.30pmTuesday 06 February at 7.30pmWednesday 07 February at 2.30pm & 7.30pmThursday 08 February at 7.30pmFriday 09 February at 7.30pmSaturday 10 February at 2.30pm & 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: No under 5s will be admitted into the venue \n\n\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/i-should-be-so-lucky/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/i-should-be-so-lucky-01-1920x1080-1.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:20240130T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240203T235959 DTSTAMP:20250201T112418Z CREATED:20230130T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T112418Z UID:10006094-1706572800-1707004799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:OXOPS presents Oliver! DESCRIPTION:OXOPS presents Oliver!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOXOPS presents Oliver!\n\n\n\nOXOPS is proud to present Lionel Bart’s classic musical Oliver! based on the Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist. \n\n\n\nFeaturing much-loved songs such as “Consider Yourself”\, “Food\, Glorious Food”\, and many more. There is something for everyone to enjoy! \n\n\n\nFollow Oliver’s journey through Victorian England as he tries to find a place to call home\, meeting a variety of characters along the way\, from the morbid Sowerberrys to the vibrant Nancy. \n\n\n\nSo why not come and ‘pick a ticket or two’ and join OXOPS as they take to the stage to put on this much-loved classic. \n\n\n\nOXOPS is a local musical theatre group committed to staging inspiring and exciting theatre productions by and for the people of Oxford and the surrounding areas. \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\nPrices:From £16.50 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday to Friday at 7.30pm (Doors open at 7.00pm)Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm (Doors open at 2.00pm and 7.00pm respectively). \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 5+ \n\n\n\nDuration:This show has an interval \n\n\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/oxops-presents-oliver/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oxops-presents-oliver-01-1920x1080-1.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:20240124T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240127T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T061758Z CREATED:20240101T005638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T061758Z UID:10006346-1706054400-1706399999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Cherry Orchard DESCRIPTION:The Cherry Orchard\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Cherry Orchard\n\n\n\nBy Anton Chekhov \n\n\n\nAdapted and Directed by Harry Brook \n\n\n\nTranslated by Esmé Buzzard \n\n\n\n“Life goes on like I never even lived it.” \n\n\n\nLyubov Ranevskaya rejects a proposal from a familiar face to protect the family estate. Whilst she fights to preserve her idyllic childhood\, the whole Gaev family is forced to confront their past and its future.  \n\n\n\nThe cherry orchard holds their memories\, their dreams\, and their struggles. Will they find a way to preserve their way of life\, or will they lose everything they hold dear? \n\n\n\nAnton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard is a masterpiece of theatrical tragicomedy. Presented by student theatre company An Exciting New\, Chekhov’s final play examines a society on the brink of collapse as past and future collide. \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\nDates & Times:Wednesday 24 January at 7.30pmThursday 25 January at 2.30pm and 7.30pmFriday 26 January at 8.00pmSaturday 27 January at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 14+This production contains strong language\, mild physical violence\, reference to child death. \n\n\n\nDuration:160 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-cherry-orchard/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-cherry-orchard-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240121T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240121T150000 DTSTAMP:20250201T112419Z CREATED:20230121T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T112419Z UID:10005997-1705849200-1705849200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Giovanni Pernice - Let Me Entertain You DESCRIPTION:Giovanni Pernice – Let Me Entertain You at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Giovanni Pernice – Let Me Entertain You\n\n\n\nThe ultimate showman returns with a show of non-stop action – prepare to be entertained. \n\n\n\nGiovanni Pernice is back in 2024 for his brand new live tour – Let Me Entertain You. \n\n\n\nThe Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner is the epitome of live entertainment. \n\n\n\nGiovanni will be joined by a world class cast of professional dancers and West End performers to bring you an unforgettable experience. \n\n\n\nDancer\, performer\, showman… Giovanni is The Entertainer! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGiovanni Pernice – Let Me Entertain You at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGiovanni Pernice – Let Me Entertain You\n\n\n\nThe ultimate showman returns with a show of non-stop action – prepare to be entertained. \n\n\n\nGiovanni Pernice is back in 2024 for his brand new live tour – Let Me Entertain You. \n\n\n\nThe Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner is the epitome of live entertainment. \n\n\n\nGiovanni will be joined by a world class cast of professional dancers and West End performers to bring you an unforgettable experience. \n\n\n\nDancer\, performer\, showman… Giovanni is The Entertainer! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\nA Masterclass in Entertainment \nAberdeen Press & Journal\n\n\n\n\nGiovanni was the Perfect Entertainer \nNorthampton Chronicle\n\n\n\n\nProbably the most-popular dancer on Strictly Come Dancing… EVER \nThe Mancunion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee important ticketing information below \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices: From £31.02Tickets are subject to a transaction fee. \n\n\n\nDuration: 2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 8+No under 5’s will be admitted into the venue \n\n\n\nWarning: The show may contain haze\, smoke\, pyrotechnics and flashing lights. \n\n\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/giovanni-pernice-let-me-entertain-you/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/giovanni-pernice-let-me-entertain-you-01-1920x1080-1.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:20240119T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240120T235959 DTSTAMP:20240307T065113Z CREATED:20231231T235922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T065113Z UID:10006309-1705622400-1705795199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:HMS Pinafore DESCRIPTION:HMS Pinafore by Opera della Luna\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout HMS Pinafore\n\n\n\nBy Gilbert & SullivanDirected by Jeff ClarkeConducted by Michael Waldron \n\n\n\nOpera della Luna makes a welcome return to The Playhouse with one of its most iconic productions. \n\n\n\nHMS Pinafore is one of the greatest successes of the Gilbert & Sullivan partnership\, and in Opera della Luna’s hands\, it becomes a fast-moving\, totally delightful\, and hilarious re-creation of the original hit that took the UK and all of America by storm. \n\n\n\nGorgeous costumes\, a chamber orchestra\, and an ingenious and imaginative production. \n\n\n\nThe cast includes Louise Crane\, Martin George\, Paul Featherstone\, Matthew Siveter\,Lynsey Docherty\, Lawrence Olsworth-Peter\, John Lofthouse and Georgina Stalbow\, plus the orchestra of Opera della Luna. \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\nTimes:Friday 19 January at 8.00pm.Saturday 20 January at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:Suitable for all ages. \n\n\n\nDuration:TBC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/hms-pinafore/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hms-pinafore-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR