The State of the Union
The State of the Union brings together leading election analysts, journalists and politicians to examine what the 2026 campaigns reveal about political change and the future unity of the United Kingdom.
The State of the Union brings together leading election analysts, journalists and politicians to examine what the 2026 campaigns reveal about political change and the future unity of the United Kingdom.
Mark Smith brings military history to the stage with stories behind the Victoria Cross, exploring its origins, myths and remarkable recipients.
Michael Beloff KC examines how modern sport intersects with law, politics and morality, exploring major controversies from sportwashing to Olympic disputes, and offering insight from over 50 years at the forefront of global sports law.
Join Maurice East in the lunchtime Talk: ‘Everybody Out! Industrial action in Oxford between the wars’ to discover the history of how trade unionism and working-class political activism arrived in the city of dreaming spires.
Emma Kenny returns with Killer Couples, a gripping true crime show exploring how love can twist into terror. Through chilling real-life cases, Emma examines the psychology behind couples who kill, revealing what drives passion to turn fatally dark.
Professor Danny Dorling explores how income inequality shapes power, policy and health outcomes, examining its impact on societies and governments in a thought-provoking talk drawing on global comparisons and local insights.
Ella Al-Shamahi explores the story of Homo sapiens in a compelling talk blending science, storytelling and humour. Drawing on evolution, exploration and human history, she reveals how our species survived, thrived and reshaped the world.
Hamza Yassin brings his first theatre tour to the stage, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, breathtaking footage and personal reflections from his global wildlife adventures in a show celebrating nature, storytelling and exploration.
Stephanie Hafferty shares practical advice on biodiverse gardening, exploring natural pest control and sustainable methods to grow food year-round while supporting wildlife in an engaging and accessible talk.
Percival Everett delivers the 2026 Esmond Harmsworth Lecture in American Arts and Letters, exploring meaning in fiction, interpretation, and empathy
Sir David Jason takes to the stage at The New Theatre Oxford on Sunday 07 June 2026 with his new show ‘An Evening with Sir David Jason’.
Join Victoria Bentata to explore how Oxford University and the Society for the Protection of Science and Learning helped scholars flee the Nazis.
Death Café is a safe place for people of all ages to come together and share open, relaxed conversations around death and dying.
The latest Armchair Talk at Blenheim Palace explores how innovative technology is transforming environmental monitoring at Weavely Solar Farm. Learn about biodiversity tracking, soil health, wildlife habitats and cutting-edge tools in this fascinating evening talk.
The Archers: Live at 75 tours the UK with cast performances, music and nostalgic moments celebrating the iconic BBC show.
Lucy Worsley shares stories from Britain’s royal past in an engaging live event exploring palaces, monarchs and history.
Join Miriam in conversation for stories from the new book, naughty confessions, and a no-holds-barred Q&A where no question is off-limits.
Transform Trauma Oxford 2026 by Masters Events presents Science, Spirit and the Body: The Synthesis of Healing – A trauma, mental health and well-being conference.
Experience the electrifying reunion of Formula One’s most captivating driver partnership.
Astronomer Adrian West presents The Night Sky Show, a glorious visual and thought-provoking experience for everyone who looks up and wonders.
Death Café offers open, friendly conversations about death and dying, creating a supportive space to share thoughts, questions and experiences.
Between The Covers Live! celebrates Agatha Christie with Amanda Ross, Ben Miller, Lucy Foley, James Prichard and Nigel Havers.
This is the Cosmos takes audiences on an imaginative journey through space, time and the mysteries of the universe, combining storytelling and big ideas in an intimate production.
Michael Palin brings In the Philippines to the stage, sharing untold stories, photography and behind-the-scenes moments from his latest journey.
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