BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.17.3//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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241018T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250901T235959 DTSTAMP:20260519T193658Z CREATED:20241012T113234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T193658Z UID:10009665-1729209600-1756771199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Breaking Ground DESCRIPTION:Breaking Ground Exhibition at Oxford University Museum of Natural History. Image: Watercolour by Mary Buckland (nee Morland)\, possibly painted in 1817\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Breaking Ground\n\n\n\nFrom the first-ever scientific description of a dinosaur to the revelation that Earth is much older than the Biblical 6\,000 years\, the 19th century saw a network of naturalists forge new ways of thinking about the history of life and our planet. \n\n\n\nBreaking Ground is a new exhibition at the Oxford University Museum of Natural History that charts these significant developments in palaeontology and geology through a cast of characters – both the celebrated and the unsung – who helped to establish new scientific methods and ideas. \n\n\n\nCentred on an Oxford couple – William Buckland\, geologist and palaeontologist\, and Mary Buckland (née Morland)\, a scientific illustrator\, it explores some of the most historically important dinosaur discoveries ever made. \n\n\n\nMarking the 200th anniversary of the first description of a dinosaur\, Breaking Ground presents fossil material from the first three dinosaurs to be scientifically named – Megalosaurus\, Iguanodon\, and Hylaeosaurus\, including the iconic jaw that started it all. \n\n\n\nAlongside these historic specimens are more than 100 other objects\, including fossils\, skeletons\, casts\, and models. There is also archival material such as lithograph prints and watercolour paintings beautifully documenting the fieldwork\, landscapes\, and discoveries made during this fertile period of early palaeontology. \n\n\n\nWhile celebrating these important scientific developments\, Breaking Ground also investigates some inequalities of the period. William and Mary Buckland were married in 1825 and worked together to lay the foundations of modern palaeontology\, though history tends to remember their contributions differently. \n\n\n\nFamiliar names from 19th-century palaeontology are typically those of powerful people associated with certain institutions and publications; lost to history are workers in other\, often colonised\, countries who dug for specimens\, lower-status miners and quarriers around the UK\, and most women\, regardless of class or wealth. \n\n\n\nThese include Mary Anning\, who\, though more recently celebrated\, faced financial struggles for most of her life and\, as a woman\, was unable to join the Geological Society of London or present her own ideas. This is despite making some of the most important fossil discoveries of the century\, several of which will be on display in the exhibition. \n\n\n\nBreaking Ground will also offer the first showcase of items from the newly acquired Buckland archive. The drawings\, prints and paintings made by Mary Buckland include those used in the description of Megalosaurus by William Buckland in 1824. \n\n\n\nAs these illustrations helped to spread understanding of extinct groups of animals and plants among the 19th-century scientific community\, they challenged any literal interpretations of the Bible. A much older planet was revealed\, one that had undergone periods of glaciation – a controversial idea at the time – and in which hyaenas once populated the caves of Britain. \n\n\n\nComplementing the exhibition is a sculptural installation by British artist Angela Palmer. Torus of Time is a visual and tactile symbol of the deep time that was being uncovered by these pioneering 19th-century palaeontologists. An elegant ring of 16 quarry stones drawn from across the United Kingdom\, the piece represents three billion years of geological time. \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:Entry to the Museum is FREE and not ticketed. No booking required.Booking is required for organisations/groups of more than ten people visiting on the same day. \n\n\n\nOpening hours:Monday to Sunday from 10.00am to 5.00pmLast entry at 4.45pmClosed on 24\, 25\, & 26 DecemberAccessibility:Please contact the friendly team at the museum by telephone (01865 272 950) or email (foh@oum.ox.ac.uk) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery\n\n\n\nClick images to expand with captions \n\n\n\n\nCave Hyaena Jaw. This hyaena jaw was found by William Buckland in Kirkdale cave in North Yorkshire in the 1820s. He initially thought the fossil showed evidence of the Great Flood having transported the animal to England. However\, further analysis showed the cave to have been a hyaena den from the Late Pleistocene\, 120\,000 years ago\, when Yorkshire would have been a lot warmer.\n\n\n\nHippopotamus. This watercolour by Mary Buckland (nee Morland)\, possibly painted in 1817\, is marked ‘MM’ – one of the few drawings signed with Mary’s maiden name. Morland was a gifted scientific illustrator whose drawings were used in scientific publications for William Buckland and others including Georges Cuvier.\n\n\n\nIchthyosaur with stomach contents. Exceptionally preserved\, this is one of Mary Anning’s finds of an ichthyosaur. Fish bones and scales\, visible inside the stomach area of the animal\, reveal the last meal of this marine reptile.\n\n\n\nMegalosaurus Jaw. This is the iconic fossilised jaw of Megalosaurus\, found in Stonesfield\, Oxfordshire\, and was used by William Buckland in the first ever scientific description of a dinosaur\, in 1824.\n\n\n\nProfessor and Mrs. Buckland and Frank. This silhouette of the Bucklands\, created by Auguste Edouart in 1829\, celebrates how the whole family was involved in the study of palaeontology.\n\n\n\nSynoptic view of the leading phenomena of Geology. The first plate in William Buckland’s Bridgewater Treatise VI: Geology and mineralogy considered with reference to natural theology. The Bridgewater Treatises was a series of eight volumes highlighting how science and faith could coexist. Buckland’s contribution argued that geology and palaeontology were consistent with the Bible and natural theology. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/breaking-ground/ LOCATION:Oxford University Museum of Natural History\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/breaking-ground-exhibition-01-1920x1080-hippopotamus.webp GEO:51.7586144;-1.2567354 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford University Museum of Natural History Parks Road Oxford Oxfordshire;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Parks Road:geo:-1.2567354,51.7586144 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241018T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T235959 DTSTAMP:20250620T160534Z CREATED:20241123T154204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T160534Z UID:10009708-1729209600-1747007999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ashmolean NOW: Bettina von Zwehl DESCRIPTION:Ashmolean NOW: Bettina von Zwehl\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ashmolean NOW: Bettina von Zwehl\n\n\n\nAshmolean NOW: Bettina von Zwehl is the third in the Ashmolean NOW exhibition series\, where contemporary artists are invited to create new work inspired by the Ashmolean’s historical collections. \n\n\n\nThis exhibition features photographs by London-based artist Bettina von Zwehl (b. 1971)\, whose aim is to rekindle wonder and curiosity as critical tools for exploring new ideas and practices. \n\n\n\nDuring a residency in Oxford from 2022 to 2023\, von Zwehl spent time researching the Ashmolean’s founding collections – the wonderfully diverse objects and works of art which were displayed when the museum first opened in the 17th century. \n\n\n\nThe artist’s time at the Ashmolean served as inspiration for a unique photographic ‘Wunderkammer’ installation that moves between portraiture\, silhouetted fragments\, still-life\, monumental and miniature elements\, as well as non-art objects and specimens from natural history collections. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Admission is FREE \n\n\n\nDate and times:From 18 October 2024 to 11 May 2025The museum is open every day from 10.00am to 5.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation:Gallery 8 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBehind-the-scenes with the artist URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ashmolean-now-bettina-von-zwehl/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/ashmolean-now-bettina-von-zwehl-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550824;-1.2611489 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2PH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2611489,51.7550824 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T235959 DTSTAMP:20251224T132724Z CREATED:20241123T172007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T132724Z UID:10009710-1732924800-1762732799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Cheung Yee and his 1960s Hong Kong contemporaries DESCRIPTION:Cheung Yee and his 1960s Hong Kong Contemporaries. Images (left to right): Everlasting 2/50\, Cheung Yee\, 1977\, red relief on cast paper. Family\, Cheung Yee\, 1960-1969. Chan Painting\, Lui Shou-Kwan\, 1969.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cheung Yee and his 1960s Hong Kong Contemporaries\n\n\n\nThis exhibition showcases newly-acquired works for the Ashmolean by the Hong Kong artist Cheung Yee (1936–2019). It will be the first substantial display of his work outside Hong Kong\, including sculpture and works on paper. \n\n\n\nCheung Yee was a leading figure of innovation in the Hong Kong art scene\, especially during the 1960s\, when the city established its own identity as an artistic centre. \n\n\n\nHis work will be shown alongside those by Lui Shou-Kwan (1919–75)\, Wucius Wong (b.1936)\, Liu Kuo-sung (b.1932) and others from the avant-garde Circle Art Group. \n\n\n\nDisplayed with his peers\, the works highlight Cheung Yee’s connection with a generation of modern art pioneers from Hong Kong and Taiwan in the latter 20th century. \n\n\n\nAlthough Cheung Yee is mainly known as a sculptor\, the Ashmolean exhibition will include some outstanding examples of his experiments with works on paper. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Admission is FREE \n\n\n\nDate and times:From 30 November 2024 to 09 November 2025 \n\n\n\nThe museum is open every day from 10.00am to 5.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation:Gallery 11\, ground floor URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/cheung-yee-and-his-1960s-hong-kong-contemporaries/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/cheung-yee-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7550824;-1.2611489 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2PH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2611489,51.7550824 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241206T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T235959 DTSTAMP:20250502T124118Z CREATED:20241113T173758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T124118Z UID:10009685-1733443200-1745798399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oracles\, Omens and Answers DESCRIPTION:Oracles\, Omens and Answers Exhibition. Image: The Original Fortune Teller\, or\, Chinese Wheel of Fortune by A. Park. Courtesy of the Bodleian Libraries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oracles\, Omens and Answers\n\n\n\nOracles\, Omens and Answers is a new exhibition by the Bodleian Libraries’ looking at how people have sought answers in the face of the unknown across time and cultures. \n\n\n\nDiscover how people have sought answers to life’s big questions throughout history. \n\n\n\nDrawing on material from across time and cultures – from oracle bones from Shang Dynasty China (ca. 1250-1050 B.C.E.) to an autobiography of Ronald Reagan’s White House astrologer – Oracles\, Omens and Answers will explore the different techniques humans have used to unveil the past\, understand the present and predict the future. \n\n\n\nFrom palm reading and astrology to weather and public health forecasting\, see how societies have turned to divination to ask questions that resonate with us today – health\, relationships\, money and politics. \n\n\n\nStep into the world of divination and uncover how humanity has tried to confront the unknown and uncertain. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition is curated by Dr Michelle Aroney\, historian of science and religion at Magdalen College\, Oxford\, and Professor David Zeitlyn\, Professor of Social Anthropology at the University of Oxford and an initiated Mambila gam dù spider diviner. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead more: New exhibition at the Weston Library explores divination across times and cultures \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrice:Free admission\, no ticket required. \n\n\n\nLocation:ST Lee Gallery\, Weston Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery\n\n\n\nClick images to enlarge with captions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibition book\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDivination\, Oracles & Omens\n\n\n\nEdited by Michelle Aroney and David ZeitlynPublished on 05 December 2024 \n\n\n\nAccompanying the exhibition\, a spellbinding collection of twenty-four divinatory techniques from around the world exploring our need to appeal to powers beyond our realm for prediction and clarification. \n\n\n\nBuy now URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oracles-omens-and-answers/ LOCATION:Weston Library\, Oxford\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3BG CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oracles-omens-and-answers-exhibition-01-1920x1080-the-original-fortune-teller.webp GEO:51.7549159;-1.2551484 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Weston Library Oxford Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3BG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2551484,51.7549159 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250214T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T235959 DTSTAMP:20250715T002822Z CREATED:20241123T133050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T002822Z UID:10009706-1739491200-1750031999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Anselm Kiefer: Early Works DESCRIPTION:Anselm Kiefer: Early Works exhibition at Ashmolean Museum Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Anselm Kiefer: Early Works\n\n\n\nAnselm Kiefer: Early Works will be a landmark survey of the artist’s work produced between 1969 and 1982.  \n\n\n\nOrganised in collaboration with the Hall Art Foundation and drawn from the Hall Collection\, the exhibition will show approximately 45 works rarely displayed in public before. \n\n\n\nThis major exhibition will return to Anselm Kiefer’s roots\, featuring important early paintings\, photos\, prints\, artist books\, watercolours and mixed-media work\, including less well-known\, intimate pieces. \n\n\n\nRead more: Ashmolean Museum to present early works by Anselm Kiefer in landmark exhibition \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Standard tickets – £15.30 or £17.00 with Gift AidConcession rate tickets – £14.30 or £16 with Gift AidHalf-price tickets – £7.65 or £8.50 with Gift AidMember tickets – FreeCarer tickets – Free \n\n\n\nTickets go on sale for shortly. \n\n\n\nConcession rate tickets are for Senior citizens and University of Oxford staff & alumni. Proof of eligibility must be presented with your ticket when you visit. \n\n\n\nHalf-price tickets are for Art Fund members\, children aged 12 to 17 years and under 25s\, Blue Light cardholders (key workers)\, and those who are unemployed/jobseekers. Proof of eligibility must be presented with your ticket when you visit. \n\n\n\nFree member tickets – Entry to the exhibition is free for members but we advise pre-booking a timed slot\, especially at busier periods\, to guarantee entry. You will need your 13- or 14-digit membership number to book. \n\n\n\nDisabled visitors & carers – Disabled visitors should book a regular exhibition ticket at full or concession price\, depending on eligibility. Accompanying carers can access the exhibition for free with a ticket-holding disabled visitor\, but should please book a free ‘Carer’ tickets for the same time slot. \n\n\n\nDates and times:The exhibition is open from 10.00am to 5.00pm daily from 14 February to 15 June 2025. \n\n\n\nThere is a free Members Preview for Anselm Kiefer: Early Works on Thursday\, 13 February\, from 10.00am to 5.00pm. No booking is required\, but you need to show your membership card on arrival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured images from left to right: Portrait of Anselm Kiefer by Till Brönner\, 2023. Anselm Kiefer (b. 1945)\, Untitled\, 1974. Mixed media on paper\, 62.5 x 44 cm. Hall Collection. Courtesy of the Hall Art Foundation.  © Anselm Kiefer. Photo: Adam Reich. Anselm Kiefer (b. 1945). Die Etsch (The Adige)\, early-1970s. Watercolour\, gouache and ink on paper\, 56 x 41 cm. Hall Collection. Courtesy of the Hall Art Foundation. © Anselm Kiefer. Photo: Mark-Woods.com URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/anselm-kiefer-early-works/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/ashmolean-museum-oxford-05-1920x1080-anselm-kiefer-early-works.webp GEO:51.7550824;-1.2611489 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2PH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2611489,51.7550824 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260315T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T144124Z CREATED:20251121T002047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T144124Z UID:10011683-1740787200-1773619199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe DESCRIPTION:Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe\n\n\n\nThis free exhibition examines the power of portraits in shaping the image of three contemporaneous rulers: Fath Ali Shah Qajar (1797–1834)\, King George III (1760–1820)\, and Napoleon Bonaparte (1799–1814)\, offering a fascinating reflection on the role of imagery in both personal and political life. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing works on different media from Iran\, Britain\, and France\, the display reveals the strategies these leaders and their image-makers used to convey authority\, ambition\, and personality. \n\n\n\nFor the first time in over a century\, the exhibition also presents two recently restored Qajar paintings\, alongside insights from their conservation discoveries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking informatio\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nGallery 29 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSelected artworks on display\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Seated Portrait of Fath Ali Shah of Iran retouched & conserved\, about 1798\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Portrait of a setar player\, 1797–1798. Detail from the retouched and conserved portrait of a setar player\, signed Mirza Muhammad\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Portrait of King George III\, after 1800. Engraving by Anthony Cardon\, after William Beechey © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Miniature Portrait of Napoleon I\, 19th century. Watercolour on ivory miniature by Jean-Baptiste Isabey © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Caricature of George III as Cheyt Singh\, about 1786. Hand-coloured engraving © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Mirror case depicting Fath ‘Ali Shah’. Carved ivory mirror case from Iran by Muhammad Ali © Ashmolean Museum URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/images-of-authority-portraits-between-iran-and-europe/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/images-of-authority-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550824;-1.2611489 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2PH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2611489,51.7550824 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T235959 DTSTAMP:20250403T034944Z CREATED:20250403T034941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T034944Z UID:10010453-1743033600-1746057599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:'Rice Paintings' by Cai Yuan DESCRIPTION:‘Rice Paintings’ by Cai Yuan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout ‘Rice Paintings’ by Cai Yuan\n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to showcase the work of Cai Yuan\, an accomplished artist who has been a valued member of our team at Blenheim Palace since 2016. \n\n\n\nAs a guide\, Cai has shared his passion for art and history with countless visitors\, enriching their experience of this historic site. \n\n\n\nHis unique perspective as both an artist and a guide has brought a depth of understanding to his role that we are proud to recognise.  \n\n\n\nCai’s story \n\n\n\nCai Yuan was born in 1956\, in Nanjing\, China\, and grew up during the Cultural Revolution. He studied at the Nanjing College of Art and emigrated to the UK in 1983. He gained a First Class Honours from Chelsea College of Art & Design and an MA in Painting from the Royal College of Art in London. \n\n\n\n‘Rice Paintings’ by Cai Yuan\n\n\n\nCai has exhibited his work nationally and internationally\, including at Tate Modern\, the British Museum\, the Victoria & Albert Museum\, the Ashmolean Museum\, Ullens Centre of Contemporary Art\, Beijing\, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art\, Denmark\, ZKM\, Germany\, and Gwangju Museum of Art\, South Korea. He has participated in several international biennales\, including Liverpool\, Prague\, and Thessaloniki. \n\n\n\nIn the 1990s\, he became known for his performance practice\, which was widely publicised in the national media. He is co-founder of the performance duo Mad For Real and the Office of Contemporary Chinese Art (OCCA) and a trustee of the LYC Foundation. He co-organised the first touring exhibition of Chinese artists in Britain\, Journeys West (1995). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets required: \n\n\n\nEntrance is free with a valid Pass\, no booking is required. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nOpen daily from 10.30am to 3.45pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Stables Café \n\n\n\nNote that no dogs are allowed URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/rice-paintings-by-cai-yuan/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Rice-Paintings-by-Cai-Yuan-1.webp GEO:51.8463865;-1.3622664 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Blenheim Palace Woodstock Blenheim Park Woodstock Oxfordshire OX20 1PP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Blenheim Park:geo:-1.3622664,51.8463865 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250406T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251018T235959 DTSTAMP:20250803T000755Z CREATED:20250803T000749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T000755Z UID:10011138-1743897600-1760831999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Harcourt Arboretum Activity Backpack DESCRIPTION:Arboretum Activity Backpack\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Arboretum Activity Backpack\n\n\n\nEnjoy a backpack filled with activities. Enjoy games\, things to make\, spot\, and discover on your adventure around the Arboretum. Activity backpacks are ideal for children aged 3 to 8. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£2.00 per pack (accompanying adults will need to pay standard entry). \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 06 April to Saturday 18 October 2025 \n\n\n\nDuring opening hours – 10.00am to 5.00pm\, with last entry at 4.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n3-8 years \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nPay on arrival (please note there is a limited number of packs available at any time and we cannot guarantee these will always be available). URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/harcourt-arboretum-activity-backpack/ LOCATION:Harcourt Arboretum\, Oxford Lodge\, Peacock Gate\, Nuneham Courtenay\, OX44 9PX CATEGORIES:Family,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Arboretum-Activity-Backpack.webp GEO:51.6846322;-1.1985084 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Harcourt Arboretum Oxford Lodge Peacock Gate Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9PX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Lodge\, Peacock Gate:geo:-1.1985084,51.6846322 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250415T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T005429Z CREATED:20241124T223459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T005429Z UID:10009695-1744675200-1745107199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Cruel Intentions DESCRIPTION:Cruel Intentions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cruel Intentions\n\n\n\nFollowing sell-out seasons in London and New York\, Bill Kenwright Ltd. presents the brand-new smash hit musical ‘Cruel Intentions’ on its first major national tour. \n\n\n\nBased on the iconic film and inspired by Les Liaisons Dangereuses\, it’s packed with ‘90s pop classics including the songs of Britney Spears\, Boyz II Men\, Christina Aguilera\, TLC\, R.E.M.\, Ace of Base\, Natalie Imbruglia\, The Verve\, *NSYNC and many more. \n\n\n\nStep siblings Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil engage in a cruel bet: Kathryn goads Sebastian into attempting to seduce Annette Hargrove\, the headmaster’s virtuous daughter. Weaving a web of secrets and temptation\, their crusade wreaks havoc on the students at their exclusive Manhattan high school. \n\n\n\nIt’s not long before the duo becomes entangled in their own web of deception and unexpected romance\, with explosive results. \n\n\n\nCruel Intentions\n\n\n\nThe iconic movie set to the decade’s best songs is an irresistible combination and with over forty 4 and 5-star reviews\, it’s the ultimate 90s night out. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncludes 24 iconic 90s songs from: Britney Spears | Boyz II Men | Christina Aguilera | TLC | R.E.M. | Ace of Base | Natalie Imbruglia | The Verve Z | *NSYNC and many more! \n\n\n\nPhotos of the original West End cast \n\n\n\nCreated by Jordan Ross\, Lindsey Rosin\, and Roger Kumble \n\n\n\nBased on the original hit film by Roger Kumble \n\n\n\nOriginally produced by Eva Price \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\nDates:Tuesday 15 April to Saturday 19 April 2025 \n\n\n\nTimes:Tuesday\, Thursday and Friday at 7.30pmWednesday at 2.30pmSaturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nInterval:This show has an interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 15+ \n\n\n\nContent warnings:The show contains haze\, flashing lights\, strong language\, and mature themes including but not limited to explicit sexual language and behaviour\, racial discrimination\, drug usage\, abuse\, accidental death\, and the question of consent. Audience discretion is advised. As Cruel Intentions is set in 1999\, some of the language reflects that time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n“Very funny\, very sexy and very entertaining” \n\n\n\n★★★★ \n\n\n\nDaily Star Sunday \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/cruel-intentions/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/CruelIntentions_Prod_1920x1080.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:20250416T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T005510Z CREATED:20250204T215938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T005510Z UID:10010083-1744761600-1745107199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Everybody’s Talking About Jamie? DESCRIPTION:Everybody’s Talking About Jamie?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Everybody’s Talking About Jamie?\n\n\n\nGet ready for a heartwarming\, toe-tapping night of musical brilliance as Reading Operatic Society proudly presents Everybody’s Talking About Jamie\, the Hit West End musical that’s captured hearts across the globe! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a week of glitter\, dreams\, and defiance as we bring Jamie News’s inspiring story to life. Jamie is sixteen\, fabulous\, and determined to follow his dreams. But when the world tells him “No”\, Jamie decides to show everyone that he was always meant to shine. This electrifying production celebrates self-discovery\, acceptance\, and the unstoppable power of being true to yourself. \n\n\n\nWith the Creative Team of Director Liam Jones\, Vocal Director Taylor Benfield\, Choreographer Nicky Jaggar-Ryan\, and Associate Musical Director Mark Webb our audiences should expect some show-stopping songs and dazzling choreography. Whether you’re a fan of the original musical or discovering this sensational story for the first time\, you’re in for a spectacular evening that will have you laughing\, crying\, and singing along. \n\n\n\nGet yourselves into the spotlight on our Friday 18th and Saturday 19th evening performances\, where your most sparkly outfit is encouraged! \n\n\n\nBook & Lyrics by Tom MacRae. Music by Dan Gillespie Sells. From an idea by Jonathan Butterall. This amateur production of Rock of Ages is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nAdult – £23.25 \n\n\n\nUnder 16s\, Student and Seniors – £21.25 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday 16 April 2025 at 7.30pm\n\n\n\nThursday 17 April 2025 at 7.30pm\n\n\n\nFriday 18 April 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 19 April 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm\n\n\n\n\nRunning time: 2 hours 30 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance: Parental guidance \n\n\n\nContent guidance: This show contains strong adult themes. \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/everybodys-talking-about-jamie-3/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Everybodys-Talking-About-Jamie.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:20250417T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T005606Z CREATED:20241214T152412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T005606Z UID:10009794-1744848000-1745107199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Worst Princess DESCRIPTION:The Worst Princess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Worst Princess\n\n\n\nBased on the book by Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie \n\n\n\nA delightful dragon-tastic show for pop princesses and naughty knights. \n\n\n\nFeisty Sue is not your everyday fairy tale superstar\, in fact\, she’s The Worst Princess. After being rescued by her twit of a prince she’s ready to start her happy end. \n\n\n\nBut first\, she’ll have to make friends with a dragon\, escape from a tower\, and set the Prince’s pants on fire with her new fire-breathing bestie. Will Sue find her happily ever after? \n\n\n\nEnjoy laugh-out-loud comedy\, cool puppets\, sing-along pop anthems\, and a dazzling larger-than-life dragon as this bestselling picture book is brought to life on stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“It was an absolutely brilliant show\, the children were utterly captivated by the actors and the puppets”.  \n\n\n\nAudience member \n\n\n\n\n\n“Brilliant songs and empowering message”.  \n\n\n\nAudience member \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:Adult tickets – £16.00Child tickets – £14.00Premium tickets – £18.00 \n\n\n\nPremium tickets include a book signing with the author. Available on Saturday performances only. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 17 April 2025 at 4.30pmFriday 18 April 2025 at 11.00am and 2.00pm (Relaxed Performance)Saturday 19 April 2025 at 11.00am and 2.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:50 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 3+ \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-worst-princess/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Worst-Princess-760-x-535-px.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:20250419T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T005806Z CREATED:20240202T224151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T005806Z UID:10006336-1745020800-1745107199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Indefinite Articles: Claytime DESCRIPTION:Indefinite Articles: Claytime\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Indefinite Articles: Claytime\n\n\n\nThe award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime\, a play with clay\, where the audience are invited to participate. \n\n\n\nCome to a place where the earth’s natural material meets with children’s imaginations: a world of fabulous forms\, amazing animals and morphing monsters. \n\n\n\nEach Claytime is totally unique – creating its own world\, its own characters and its own stories drawn directly from its young audience. Truly\, interactive theatre at its most engaging. \n\n\n\nThis show is made with and for 3 to 6 year olds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/bGWIxFUKR5o\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:Saturday 13 April at 11.00am\, 1.30pm and 3.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 3 to 6 years \n\n\n\nDuration:75 minutes\, with no 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/indefinite-articles-claytime/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/indefinite-articles-claytime-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:20250419T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T130000 DTSTAMP:20250906T012405Z CREATED:20220909T092732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T012405Z UID:10007869-1745056800-1745067600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market DESCRIPTION:East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market\n\n\n\nThe East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a small\, friendly local market with plenty of fresh food\, delicious sweet and savoury takeaways\, dried foods\, and a plant-based café. The market also features stalls non-food stalls selling antiques\, scarves and shawls\, non-plastic household goods\, and makeup\, plus cleaners and detergents. \n\n\n\nThe majority of the producers are from within 30 miles of Oxford. \n\n\n\nThe market began in August 2006 with just six stalls\, and it has since grown into a local institution. Today\, regular stalls include: \n\n\n\n\nMighty Pie Co – artisan traditional hand made meat & vegetarian flat & raised pies made from local ingredients\n\n\n\nCrudges Cheese – a range of cheeses hand made by ethical & sustainable cheese makers known personally to award-winning Crudges\n\n\n\nWillowbrook Farm – free-range chicken\, lamb\, beef\, organic eggs & local honey\n\n\n\nNatural Bread – handcrafted speciality breads\n\n\n\nMrs B’s Antiques – antique jewellery & vintage household goods\n\n\n\nJericho Coffee Traders – premium coffee roasted in Jericho & served from a vivid turquoise tuk-tuk\n\n\n\nJason’s Book Box – second-hand books\n\n\n\nSandy Lane Farm – seasonal\, fresh\, local organic fruit & veg\, lamb & pork\n\n\n\nSESI Food & Detergent Filling Station – refilling empty containers for fairtrade\, organic dried foods; household detergents & hair-care products\n\n\n\n\nThe market also has a cafe which runs each week selling delicious breakfasts\, lunches\, cakes and fair-trade teas and coffee. This is a lovely place to meet up and take a break from shopping. \n\n\n\nThe market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside. \n\n\n\nThe East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a non-profit making organisation (a Society for the Benefit of the Community). It is run by a committee and a group of volunteers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting there\n\n\n\nThe market takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm at East Oxford Primary School. Head down Cowley Road until you reach Tesco – the school borders on the car park directly behind it. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/east-oxford-farmers-community-market/2025-04-19/ LOCATION:East Oxford Primary School\, Union Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1JP CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/east-oxford-farmers-and-community-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7489315;-1.2354767 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=East Oxford Primary School Union Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1JP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Union Street:geo:-1.2354767,51.7489315 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T120000 DTSTAMP:20250802T110659Z CREATED:20250212T201636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T110659Z UID:10010215-1745060400-1745064000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Inside the Oxford Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Inside the Oxford Town Hall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Inside the Oxford Town Hall\n\n\n\nJoin the Museum of Oxford as they take you on a tour around Oxford’s magnificent Town Hall. \n\n\n\nYou will see the Court Room and the Council Chamber. All other rooms in the Town Hall are subject to availability. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive at the Museum Gift Shop at 10.55am and make yourself known to the Front of House team. \n\n\n\nTours take place twice a month on a Saturday morning. Please note that the tour is aimed at an adult audience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:£5.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £1.13 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop. \n\n\n\nDates & times:22 February\, 15 & 22 March\, 19 & 26 April\, 10 & 17 May\, 14 & 21 June\, 9 & 23 August\, 11 & 18 October\, 15 & 22 November\, and 13 December. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive at the Museum Gift Shop at 10.55am and make yourself known to the Front of House team. \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAdult \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall\, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university\, focusing on the lives\, industries\, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time. \n\n\n\nThe museum features interactive exhibits\, local artefacts\, and personal stories\, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins\, its diverse communities\, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions\, events\, and activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Museum of Oxford. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/inside-the-oxford-town-hall/2025-04-19/ LOCATION:Museum of Oxford\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1BX CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Inside-the-Oxford-Town-Hall.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Oxford Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T143000 DTSTAMP:20260327T005825Z CREATED:20250104T163805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T005825Z UID:10009865-1745073000-1745073000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:High Jinx DESCRIPTION:High Jinx\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout High Jinx\n\n\n\nThe High Jinx show is back on tour for 2025 with another jam-packed show filled with amazing magic\, incredible illusions\, and crazy circus thrills that are sure to leave you amazed\, puzzled\, but above all entertained. \n\n\n\nPresented by the extraordinary and multi-skilled performer\, Michael Jordan\, and supporting cast! Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of wonder and enchantment as Michael showcases his incredible talents in magic and circus arts. \n\n\n\nDirect from the iconic Blackpool Tower Circus and the prestigious ‘International Festival de Magie\,’ Michael effortlessly blends mesmerizing magic with awe-inspiring feats of juggling and daring stunts. \n\n\n\nWith his captivating showmanship\, he will leave you on the edge of your seat\, gasping with disbelief\, and cheering for more. Whether you’re a fan of mind-boggling illusions or heart-stopping circus acts\, the High Jinx show promises to be an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. \n\n\n\nSo\, come one\, come all\, and join us for an afternoon of pure enchantment as Michael takes center stage to ignite your imagination. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Magic\, pure and simple for all the family.” \n\n\n\nHuddersfield Examiner \n\n\n\n\n\n“He reminded me of The Greatest Showman’s enthusiasm to create something original and exciting.” \n\n\n\nBlackpool Gazette \n\n\n\n\n\n“A seriously fun show.” \n\n\n\nTripAdvisor \n\n\n\n\n\n“A seriously fun show.” \n\n\n\nAudience review \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:Standard tickets – £14.50Under 16s – £12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 19 April 2025 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour 50 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/high-jinx/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/0449517c-4ad3-484e-ae28-4e02852073e1.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:20250419T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250419T193000 DTSTAMP:20260327T025922Z CREATED:20250315T150846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T025922Z UID:10010299-1745091000-1745091000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Searchers and Hollies Experience DESCRIPTION:The Searchers and Hollies Experience\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Searchers and Hollies Experience\n\n\n\nThe Searchers & Hollies Experience -`The Best of Both Worlds` has been earning rave reviews for 15 years and brings to the stage the iconic magical hits of two of the biggest bands in the 60s and 70s era and features an incredible back catalogue of over 30 hit songs. This show is performed by the Amazing FOD band. Hear hit after hit in this live-action-packed show. \n\n\n\nIt is easy for audiences to become entranced by the magical quality of this show. \n\n\n\nThe FOD Band`s qualities were recognised by Tony Jackson\, the original lead singer of The Searchers\, who selected them to be The Tony Jackson Group and to back him on his Tony Jackson sings The Searchers Shows. \n\n\n\nOne of the biggest highlights of those days was when the guys backed Tony in front of 80\,000 people who filled the street in front of a big stage erected just beside Mathew Street where the Cavern Club in Liverpool stands and where The Searchers and The Hollies appeared early in their musical careers. \n\n\n\nThe Searchers and Hollies Experience\n\n\n\nThis tribute show is packed with hits including Sweets for My Sweet\, When You Walk in the Room\, Sugar & Spice\, Needles & pins\, Goodbye My Love\, Stay\, I Can`t let go\, He ain’t Heavy he`s My Brother\, Air that I breathe\, Just one look\, Yes I will and includes interesting facts about The Searchers and Hollies. Definitely a show not to be missed. \n\n\n\nLet the haunting melodies transport you to that exciting era when millions of records were sold in the most influential\, high-energy decades in pop music history. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom  £29.43 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 19 April 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-searchers-and-hollies-experience/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Searchers-and-Hollies-Experience.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T140000 DTSTAMP:20240116T170731Z CREATED:20220909T120824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170731Z UID:10007368-1745143200-1745157600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:South Oxford Farmers and Community Market DESCRIPTION:South Oxford Farmers and Community Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market\n\n\n\nThe South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is a weekly market selling local\, seasonal food and non-food goods. \n\n\n\n‘Local’ means produced within a 30-mile radius of Oxford and ‘produced’ means containing a significant quantity of local ingredients and labour although locality rules do not necessarily apply to ethical enterprises such as Fairtrade or similar organisations. \n\n\n\nThe market also supports the resale of locally-sourced second-hand products such as books and clothing. \n\n\n\nThe market is held every Sunday from 10.00am to noon in the courtyard of the South Oxford Community Centre on Lake Street. \n\n\n\nWeekly/regular vendors include: \n\n\n\n\nNatural Bread Company\n\n\n\nClays Organic Vegetables\n\n\n\nBrill Organic Vegetables\n\n\n\nEadles of Beckley\n\n\n\nSofacoma Wholefoods\n\n\n\nCelia’s Bakery\n\n\n\nFAI Eggs\n\n\n\nRaffaele Pepe\n\n\n\nJericho Coffee Traders\n\n\n\n\nThe South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is an initiative of the Low Carbon South Oxford (LCSO) Community Action Group\, and it is run by a small group of dedicated volunteers – all residents of South Oxford. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/south-oxford-farmers-and-community-market/2025-04-20/ LOCATION:South Oxford Community Centre\, Lake Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 4RP CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/south-oxford-farmers-and-community-market-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7393714;-1.2556906 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=South Oxford Community Centre Lake Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 4RP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lake Street:geo:-1.2556906,51.7393714 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T133000 DTSTAMP:20250403T042458Z CREATED:20250403T041754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T042458Z UID:10010447-1745155800-1745155800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Organ Recitals DESCRIPTION:Organ Recitals\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Organ Recitals\n\n\n\nEnjoy a special recital in an unrivalled setting. Come along to Blenheim Palace on selected dates and enjoy recitals on the Willis Organ that brings the history and scale of Blenheim Palace to life. \n\n\n\nThe organ is the largest organ in private ownership in Europe\, with four manuals and pedals\, 2\,300 pipes\, and 53 speaking stops. Situated in The Long Library\, visitors can enjoy Sunday recitals on the following dates dates by a range of organists: \n\n\n\n20 April – Andrew Patterson \n\n\n\n11 May – Andrew Patterson \n\n\n\n15 June – Tim Morris\, Radley College \n\n\n\n06 July – Juliana Choi \n\n\n\n10 August – Ralph Cupper \n\n\n\n12 October – Stephen Binnington \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets required: \n\n\n\nEntrance is free with a valid Pass or Palace ticket. This includes a Palace\, Park and Gardens ticket\, Annual Pass\, or Privilege Pass. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFrom 1.30pm Sunday 20 April\, 11 May\, 15 June\, 06 July\, 10 August\, and 12 October \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Long Library URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/organ-recitals/2025-04-20/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Organ-Recitals.webp GEO:51.8463865;-1.3622664 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Blenheim Palace Woodstock Blenheim Park Woodstock Oxfordshire OX20 1PP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Blenheim Park:geo:-1.3622664,51.8463865 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T190000 DTSTAMP:20260327T032459Z CREATED:20250403T042542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T032459Z UID:10010495-1745175600-1745175600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Old Time Sailors DESCRIPTION:Old Time Sailors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Old Time Sailors\n\n\n\nYou are invited to board the Sailorette and join the plentiful crew\, The Old Time Sailors\, for a night of foot-stomping\, dancing\, and singing. \n\n\n\nThe Motley Crew and their plethora of traditional and eclectic instruments will take you back to the time of clashing tankards\, and drunken debauchery. Sing and dance along like a drunken sailor as the band performs centuries-old folk and shanty songs.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£26.70 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 20 April 2025 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nNo under 8s.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nO2 Academy Oxford \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy: \n\n\n\nLarge bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t\, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm \n\n\n\nTicket limits: \n\n\n\nPlease note that there is a ticket limit of 14 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name\, e-mail address\, billing address\, credit card number\, or other information. \n\n\n\nTicket fees: \n\n\n\nPer order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/old-time-sailors/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Old-Time-Sailors.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250421T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T032831Z CREATED:20240828T105253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T032831Z UID:10009632-1745193600-1745711999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Rocky Horror Show DESCRIPTION:The Rocky Horror Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Rocky Horror Show\n\n\n\nReady to thrill you with fun and naughty moments\, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical\, The Rocky Horror Show comes to Oxford as part of a new world tour. \n\n\n\nHaving been seen by over 35 million theatregoers\, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate\, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor\, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget\, filled with fun\, frolics\, frocks\, and frivolity. \n\n\n\nThe Rocky Horror Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirected by Christopher Luscombe\, The Rocky Horror Show features timeless classics\, including Sweet Transvestite\, Dammit Janet\, and of course\, the pelvic thrusting showstopping Time Warp. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Still the sexiest & funniest show in town”. \n\n\n\nEvening Standard \n\n\n\n\n\n“Fierce and fabulous fun!” \n\n\n\nDaily Express \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\nDates and times: \n\n\n\nMonday 21 April to Saturday 26 April 2025 \n\n\n\nMonday to Thursday at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nFriday and Saturday at 5.30pm and 8.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWarning\n\n\n\nPlease note\, that this show contains scenes of an adult nature. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n★★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Telegraph \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-rocky-horror-show/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/RockyHorror_2024_Prod_1920x1080.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:20250422T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T235959 DTSTAMP:20260327T032223Z CREATED:20250315T151341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T032223Z UID:10010302-1745280000-1745452799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Prat Pack 2025 UK Tour: Preview Shows DESCRIPTION:The Prat Pack 2025 UK Tour\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Prat Pack 2025 UK Tour: Preview Shows\n\n\n\nFour of the country’s greatest comedy entertainers will tour the UK in 2025 with their own special take on the Rat Pack – Bradley Walsh (The Chase\, Gladiators)\, Brian Conley (The Brian Conley Show\, EastEnders)\, Shane Richie (EastEnders\, I’m a Celebrity…)\, and Joe Pasquale (I’m a Celebrity…\, Dancing On Ice) are ‘The Prat Pack’. \n\n\n\nWith countless stage performances between them\, from hit musicals to celebrated pantomimes\, this talented group brings their charisma and comedic flair to audiences in a show packed with music and laughter. \n\n\n\nInspired by the performances of Frank Sinatra\, Dean Martin\, Sammy Davis Jr\, Joey Bishop\, and Peter Lawford\, the UK stars are hitting the road (with Pasquale at the wheel of the tour bus). \n\n\n\nPacked with laughs and songs\, backed by a 15-piece band\, the show will let the audience in on the banter between some of television’s best-loved stars – who are also very close friends. \n\n\n\nBradley Walsh says: “People are starved of our type of entertainment – songs\, stories\, jokes – and banter! It’s an homage to the Rat Pack but brought up to the modern day\, and it’s a fantastic night. We are just thrilled. We all share the same dressing room – we’re mates. We’ve known each other for so long now – and the show is about warmth and family – because we are. It’s great\, really great.” \n\n\n\nWalsh was joined by his three mates and the Barry Robinson Big Band for a one-off show at the Palladium in London in March\, and the idea was born for a full-on Prat Pack tour.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £55.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 22 April to Wednesday 23 April 2025 \n\n\n\nTuesday at 7.30pm and Wednesday at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-prat-pack-2025-uk-tour-preview-shows/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Prat-Pack-2025-UK-Tour.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T193000 DTSTAMP:20241221T143956Z CREATED:20241221T143853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T143956Z UID:10009795-1745350200-1745350200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:George Eliot in Words & Music DESCRIPTION:George Eliot in Words & Music\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout George Eliot in Words & Music\n\n\n\nPresented by Hambletts with Orchestra of the Swan \n\n\n\nAfter their sell-out Red Sky at Sunrise last spring\, Hambletts and Orchestra of the Swan return to bring 19th-century writer George Eliot to bold and dramatic life. \n\n\n\nThis female-led show tells George Eliot’s story through her great novels\, letters\, journals\, poetry\, and journalism. Performed by acclaimed singer-songwriter SuRie and Orchestra of the Swan alongside a guest leading actress. \n\n\n\nIn tune with Eliot’s radicalism\, a dazzling music programme of contemporary female singer-songwriters\, including Kate Bush\, PJ Harvey\, FKA Twigs\, and Florence + the Machine\, weaves around Eliot’s immortal words. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Piece of perfection”.  \n\n\n\nThe Oxford Times \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £30.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 22 April 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nInterval:This show includes an interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 12+ \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/george-eliot-in-words-music/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/George-1748-x-1240-high-res.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:20250423T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T235959 DTSTAMP:20250315T151137Z CREATED:20250315T151134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T151137Z UID:10010303-1745366400-1745452799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Farm Boy DESCRIPTION:Farm Boy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Farm Boy\n\n\n\nIt sometimes felt as though time had stood still down on the farm – the old Fordson tractor quietly rusting away at the back of the barn\, Grandpa tending his chickens – that is\, until the summer his grandson came to stay\, and the old man started telling stories of what it had been like when he was a boy. \n\n\n\nFarm Boy\n\n\n\nFollowing successful UK tours and a critically acclaimed run in New York\, Michael Morpurgo’s compelling sequel to War Horse returns to the stage in this delightful\, family-friendly show combining drama\, storytelling\, and original music – a moving account of the changing face of the English countryside and a beautifully crafted reminder that stories really can reach out across the generations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £16.50 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 23 April 2025 at 1.00pm and 4.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/farm-boy/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Farm-Boy1.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T235959 DTSTAMP:20250517T103651Z CREATED:20250517T103447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T103651Z UID:10010719-1745366400-1747007999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Marjorie Collins: A Retrospective 1975-2025 DESCRIPTION:Marjorie Collins: A Retrospective 1975-2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Marjorie Collins: A Retrospective 1975-2025\n\n\n\nLight\, and the abstract shadows\, shapes\, and reflections that it can impart on objects or surfaces\, is the unifying theme that runs through the work in Marjorie Collins’ retrospective exhibition. \n\n\n\nAlthough she started out painting people and places\, today Marjorie is better known for her colourful contemporary watercolours of still lifes and florals\, often painting objects larger than life. Marjorie still paints urban scenes\, many from unusual angles to create abstract shapes\, but with the resulting image still representational. \n\n\n\nAbout the Artist  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarjorie grew up in Chicago and trained at the University of Michigan\, where she gained a Bachelor’s degree in Design\, followed by part-time graduate courses at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. It was in Chicago that her interest in how light falls on buildings led to the style that characterises her work. She moved to Oxford in 1975\, and this exhibition follows the refinement of that technique. \n\n\n\nShe has exhibited widely\, and her work can be found in a number of corporate and private collections both in the UK and the US. Images of her work have appeared in a number of art publications and on the artuk.org website. Marjorie is a Member of the Society of Women Artists\, the Society of Botanical Artists\, and the Oxford Art Society.  \n\n\n\nThis exhibition represents a selection of the paintings Marjorie has completed since moving to Oxford from Chicago in 1975 until the present. During this time\, she has exhibited her paintings widely in galleries in solo and group shows both in the United States and in England\, where her work can be found in corporate\, private\, and public collections.  \n\n\n\nOpen exhibitions include The Royal Academy Summer Exhibition\, Sunday Times Watercolour Competition\, Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours\, and the Royal Watercolour Society. \n\n\n\nAmong the many prizes her work has received are:  \n\n\n\n\nWinsor and Newton Grand Award – Celebration 2000 Competition (Artist Magazine) \n\n\n\nRunner Up St Cuthbert’s Mill Award – Society of Botanical Artists Competition 2007 \n\n\n\nDaler Rowney Purchase Prize – Society of Women Artists 2008 \n\n\n\nFinalist Flowers and Garden Competition – International Artist Magazine 2009 \n\n\n\nWinsor and Newton First Prize – Royal Watercolour Society 2011 \n\n\n\nDaniel Smith Excellence in Colour Award – Society of Women Artists 2011 \n\n\n\nShortlisted Artist of the Year Award – Artist and Illustrator Magazine 2013\, 2014 \n\n\n\nShortlisted Artist – Jacksons Open Art Prize 2018 \n\n\n\nSt Cuthbert’s Paper Mill Award – Society of Women Artists 2018 \n\n\n\nWinner – Artist Magazine’s 90th Anniversary Challenge (to paint a city scene) \n\n\n\nHighly Commended – The Artist and Leisure Painter Open Art Competition \n\n\n\nFaso Boldbrush Merchandise Award – Women in Watercolour (US Int. Juried Competition 2022) \n\n\n\nDerwent Special Fine Art Award  \n\n\n\nEstablished Artist Award – Society of Women’s Artists Exhibition 2022 \n\n\n\nFinalist – Broadway Arts Festival Open Art Competition \n\n\n\nEntry selected – Publicity of Broadway Arts Festival June 2023 \n\n\n\nGuest Selector’s Prize – Oxford Art Society Member’s Exhibition 2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:Free entry. No booking required. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 23 April to Sunday 11 May 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nExhibition openingThursday 24 April 6.00pm to 8.00pmPlease join us to celebrate the opening of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nSpecial Sunday openingSunday 11 May 12.00pm to 4.00pmPlease join the artist in the gallery from 2.00pm to 4.00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/marjorie-collins-a-retrospective-1975-2025/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Marjorie.webp GEO:51.7781313;-1.2676696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade Oxford OX2 7JN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Parade:geo:-1.2676696,51.7781313 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T153000 DTSTAMP:20250802T110543Z CREATED:20250426T140828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T110543Z UID:10010568-1745416800-1745422200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Museum of Oxford Walks: Shakespeare and Oxford DESCRIPTION:Museum of Oxford Walks: Shakespeare and Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford Walks: Shakespeare and Oxford\n\n\n\nNew for 2025\, celebrating the Museum of Oxford’s 50th birthday! \n\n\n\nShakespeare came to Oxford when travelling between work (London) and his family (Stratford-upon-Avon) – what a commute! What was Oxford like during his lifetime? What did he get up to while he was in town? \n\n\n\nThis is an opportunity to pause and look carefully at Oxford city centre\, noticing Elizabethan and Jacobean details you might pass by every day. The tour includes a unique Tudor bedroom above Cornmarket Street\, the famous Painted Room which will be opened specially by Oxford Preservation Trust\, just for us! \n\n\n\nWant to know more about Elizabethan eating and drinking\, entertainment\, and travel? Or the rollercoaster of religious change in Tudor and Stuart England? Led by historian Dr Elizabeth Sandis\, this is a Shakespeare-themed journey through Oxford’s famous streets. \n\n\n\nAt the end there will be an optional 20-minute extension to the tour (included in the price)\, exploring Tudor and Stuart treasures in the Museum of Oxford’s galleries. \n\n\n\nAccessibility and further information \n\n\n\nMeeting point: Museum of Oxford shop (located inside the Oxford Town Hall). Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the walk and check in at the Museum Shop with our friendly front-of-house team. \n\n\n\nThe walk lasts for approximately 90 minutes and is a circular walk around central Oxford. Length: approximately 1.2 miles / 1.9 km. Two toilet stops are available along the way. \n\n\n\nPlease note the Tudor Painted Room is up a steep flight of stairs without a lift; it is sadly not accessible to wheelchairs. The rest of the tour can be adapted to offer a more wheelchair-friendly route\, avoiding narrow doorways and cobbles (please let us know if you would prefer this option by emailing museum@oxford.gov.uk). \n\n\n\nMeet your tour guide: Elizabeth Sandis \n\n\n\nShakespeare and Oxford\n\n\n\nDr Elizabeth Sandis works at the Ashmolean Museum and is the author of Early Modern Drama at the Universities: Institutions\, Intertexts\, Individuals (Oxford University Press\, 2022). She researches the way in which the Classical culture of Greece and Rome impacted English society and values during the early modern period. With a passion for local history and theatre\, she enjoys translating and staging examples of the kind of plays students were producing in Oxford during the time of Shakespeare. \n\n\n\nAccess at the Museum \n\n\n\nThe Museum is accessible for wheelchair users\, buggies\, and baby carriers. There is step-free\, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum\, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift and lift to the basement level. Accessible toilets are available in the Museum (close to Museum Makers) and in the Town Hall on the ground floor\, before entering the Museum. \n\n\n\nPlease contact the Museum team if you’d like to talk to a member of staff about your access requirements. Further access information can be found on our website: https://museumofoxford.org/plan-your-visit/access \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets can be purchased online via Eventbrite (booking fee of £1.96 applies) or at the Museum Shop. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday 23 April 2025 at 2.00pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 31 May 2025 at 2.00pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 12 July 2025 at 2.00pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 16 August 2025 at 2.00pm\n\n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n16+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall\, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university\, focusing on the lives\, industries\, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time. \n\n\n\nThe museum features interactive exhibits\, local artefacts\, and personal stories\, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins\, its diverse communities\, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions\, events\, and activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Museum of Oxford. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/museum-of-oxford-walks-shakespeare-and-oxford/2025-04-23/ LOCATION:Museum of Oxford\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1BX CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Shakespeare-and-Oxford.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Oxford Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T183000 DTSTAMP:20250802T081112Z CREATED:20250403T042600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T081112Z UID:10010496-1745433000-1745433000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Lucy Spraggan DESCRIPTION:Lucy Spraggan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Lucy Spraggan\n\n\n\nSinger and songwriter Lucy Spraggan heads out on an intimate acoustic tour with her unique blend of folk\, indie-pop\, and acoustic sounds paired with powerful and emotive lyrics that have captivated audiences worldwide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£26.70 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 23 April 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nCurfew: \n\n\n\n10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nNo smoking.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nO2 Academy Oxford \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy: \n\n\n\nLarge bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t\, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm \n\n\n\nTicket limits: \n\n\n\nPlease note that there is a ticket limit of 6 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name\, e-mail address\, billing address\, credit card number\, or other information. \n\n\n\nTicket fees: \n\n\n\nPer order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/lucy-spraggan/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Lucy-Spraggan.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T193000 DTSTAMP:20260327T032243Z CREATED:20241221T144132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T032243Z UID:10009796-1745436600-1745436600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Joel Dommett - Happy Idiot DESCRIPTION:Joel Dommett – Happy Idiot\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Joel Dommett – Happy Idiot\n\n\n\nJoel returns to his stand-up roots with a brand-new show. With glamorous tales from behind the camera and less glamorous anecdotes of first-time fatherhood\, Joel remains a charming\, exhausted\, happy idiot. \n\n\n\nAs one of the nation’s most familiar faces on television\, Joel has established himself as one of the UK’s most trusted and beloved presenters and a firm favourite in UK households. \n\n\n\nAs presenter of Saturday night’s smash-hit The Masked Singer\, ITV2’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here: Extra Camp\, BBC’s reboot of Survivor\, the hugely popular quiz show InWith A Shout and the frontman of the National Television Awards\, Joel has also hosted BBC’s Live at the Apollo and co-hosts hit podcast\, Never Have I Ever with his wife\, Hannah. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Excellent storytelling comic “.  \n\n\n\nThe Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £29.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 23 April 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:110 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance:This show contains strong language and adult references. \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/joel-dommett-happy-idiot/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Copy-of-Untitled-3_2024-11-12-163451_azne.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:20250423T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T213000 DTSTAMP:20260327T032307Z CREATED:20250204T224200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T032307Z UID:10010084-1745436600-1745443800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:An Audience with the “Movers & Shakers” DESCRIPTION:An Audience with the “Movers & Shakers”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout An Audience with the “Movers & Shakers”\n\n\n\nIn support of Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nThe Parky Podcasters are coming to Henley and recording in front of a live audience. With a wry smile\, they call themselves the “Movers and Shakers.” These six have two things in common: fascinating careers in the public eye and a diagnosis of Parkinson’s. \n\n\n\nWho Are they? \n\n\n\nFormer High Court Judge – Sir Nicholas Mostyn\, businesswoman\, and former journalist Gillian Lacey-Solymar\, former BBC journalists – Rory Cellan-Jones and Mark Mardell\, the former host and grand inquisitor of Newsnight – Jeremy Paxman\, and Vicar of Dibley co-writer – Paul Mayhew-Archer. \n\n\n\nAfter four successful podcast series and over 1 million downloads\, they’re bringing their award-winning blend of comedic anecdotes\, personal stories\, intense debate\, and considerate compassion for all things “Parky” to the Kenton Theatre. \n\n\n\nHear them share their stories from before and after diagnosis – the good\, the bad\, and the “embarrassing bits”. Learn how their podcast has helped others and how it has affected them personally. \n\n\n\nIf you or anyone you know has been affected by Parkinson’s\, this evening aims to inform\, support and entertain. With Paul’s humour and brightly optimistic determination to view their collective curse as a personal blessing\, surprise local guests\, and audience participation\, it aims to be an event to remember. \n\n\n\nAll profits will be shared between Parkinson’s UK\, Cure Parkinson’s\, Spotlight YOPD\, and King’s Parkinson’s Charitable Fund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\n\nMeet and Greet – £32.50\n\n\n\nStandard – £27.50\n\n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 23 April 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: 1 hour 50 minutes\, 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/an-audience-with-the-movers-shakers/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/an-audience-with-the-movers-and-shakers.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:20250424T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T235959 DTSTAMP:20250509T134157Z CREATED:20241221T150356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T134157Z UID:10009797-1745452800-1745711999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:This Kind of Black DESCRIPTION:This Kind of Black\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout This Kind of Black\n\n\n\nPresented by Reece Williams and HOME \n\n\n\nThis Kind of Black is a powerful new stage show from poet and musician Reece Williams. \n\n\n\nIt’s about growing up in Manchester’s Moss Side in the 1990s\, a stone’s throw from conflict and violence. \n\n\n\nIt celebrates a community held together by prayers\, warmth\, and humour while mourning the tragic loss of young life. It’s about the intersection of race and class when the media only portrays you through the lens of ‘Gunchester’. \n\n\n\nAt the heart of the show is the relationship between a father and a son\, and the impact of trauma on the mental health of young Black boys across the generations. \n\n\n\nCommissioned by HOME and Apples and Snakes\, supported by STUN and Contact. \n\n\n\nFunded by Arts Council England and the Jerwood New Work Fund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A beautiful\, lyrical requiem that manages to be both moving and gently celebratory”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nAdventures In Theatreland \n\n\n\n\n\n“A real celebration of community\, depicting its strength\, hardship\, humour\, and resilience”.  \n\n\n\nILoveManchester \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 24 April at 7.30pmFriday 25 April at 7.30pmSaturday 26 April at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:65 minutes\, with no interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidanceThis show contains minor use of explicit language\, and references to violence and gun crime. \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/this-kind-of-black/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Copy-of-Untitled-8.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:20250424T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T120000 DTSTAMP:20250315T151439Z CREATED:20250315T151435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T151439Z UID:10010414-1745496000-1745496000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:BYOB - Bring Your Own Baby DESCRIPTION:BYOB – Bring Your Own Baby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout BYOB – Bring Your Own Baby\n\n\n\nGrown-Up Comedy… Babies Welcome! \n\n\n\nJoin us for an afternoon of hilarious comedy\, where you can relax and have a good laugh at the best comedians in the UK\, without needing childcare! There’s buggy parking\, baby changing\, and more at all our venues so that you can take some time for yourself and just be entertained. \n\n\n\nThe bar is fully stocked\, whether you fancy a cuppa or even something a bit stronger (G&T anyone?). If you need to whip out a bum (the baby’s please!)\, a boob\, or a bottle\, then please feel free… and our comics won’t mind being heckled by our younger guests! \n\n\n\nEach show features two brilliant comedians plus a compere\, and the whole show will last approximately 75 minutes including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\nWinner \n\n\n\nBest bring-along Baby Event (HOOP Awards) \n\n\n\n\n\nWinner  \n\n\n\nBest Mental Health Boost for New Parents 2022 (UK Enterprise Awards) \n\n\n\n\n\nWinner \n\n\n\nBest Comedy Event for Families 2023 (Prestige Awards) \n\n\n\n\n\nNominated \n\n\n\nFeed With Confidence Award 2018 (Lansinoh Awards: celebrating the people and places who support mums without prejudice) \n\n\n\n\n\n“Yaaaas! This is the maternity leave I have dreamed of!”  \n\n\n\nMichelle\, BYOB Guest \n\n\n\n\n\n“Bring Your Own Baby Comedy have transformed parental leave” \n\n\n\ni paper \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £15.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £13.50 \n\n\n\nMembers – £12.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 24 April 2025 at 12.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time \n\n\n\n1 hour 15 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nAuditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n15-month+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built\, professional arts\, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot\, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2008\, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances\, participatory activities\, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium\, an art gallery\, a dance studio\, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar\, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists. \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/byob-bring-your-own-baby/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/BYOB-Bring-Your-Own-Baby.webp GEO:51.6068199;-1.2405341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cornerstone Arts Centre Didcot 25 Station Road Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25 Station Road:geo:-1.2405341,51.6068199 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR