BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.16.4//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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20280326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20281029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20251120T235310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042042Z UID:10011682-1758326400-1782691199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections DESCRIPTION:Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pat Suet-Bik Hui & the Three Perfections\n\n\n\nThis exhibition celebrates the work of Pat Suet-Bik Hui 許雪碧 (b. 1943)\, a US-based Hong Kong artist\, shown alongside others who explore the tradition of the ‘three perfections’ 三絕 – the harmonious blending of poetry\, calligraphy\, and painting. \n\n\n\nFeaturing works by Hui\, her contemporaries\, her teacher Lui Shou-Kwan\, and artists of his generation\, as well as earlier examples from the 17th to 19th centuries\, the exhibition offers a rich context for understanding Hui as both an innovator and a guardian of tradition. \n\n\n\nIn this artistic lineage\, calligraphic brushstrokes carry as much compositional weight as painted forms\, while poetry and imagery combine to create expressions neither can achieve alone. \n\n\n\nHui’s contemporary approach merges abstract and semi-abstract ink and colour washes with understated calligraphy\, inscribing poems that reflect on themes including love\, loss\, and the quiet joys of drinking. \n\n\n\nVisitors will find translations of many inscribed poems and guidance on interpreting the interplay of painting\, calligraphy\, and poetry within individual works. \n\n\n\nHui gifted her paintings to art historian Michael Sullivan\, whose collection was bequeathed to the Ashmolean Museum in 2013. \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: \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nGallery 11 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Painting with Poem by Xin Qiji\, Pat Suet-Bik Hui & Wucius Wong\, 1987\, ink & colour on paper © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Painting with poem by Paul Ka-Yin Kwok\, Pat Suet-Bik Hui & Paul Ka-Yin Kwok\, 1999\, ink colour on paper © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Painting with poem by Nara Singde\, Pat Suet-Bik Hui\, 1991\, ink & colour on paper © Ashmolean Museum URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/pat-suet-bik-hui-the-three-perfections/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/pat-suet-bik-hui-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:20260319T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20251117T212630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T042105Z UID:10011663-1773878400-1786924799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:In Bloom: How Plants Changed Our World DESCRIPTION:About In Bloom: How Plants Changed Our World\n\n\n\nWhat do we really know about the plants and flowers in our gardens and window boxes? Beyond their beauty\, many hold hidden histories – tales of exploration\, obsession\, and knowledge. \n\n\n\nIn Bloom: How Plants Changed Our World is a major new exhibition that takes visitors on a journey from Oxford to the farthest corners of the globe\, uncovering the fascinating stories behind some of Britain’s most beloved blooms\, from roses and tulips to camellias and peonies. \n\n\n\nFeaturing over 100 artworks and objects – including drawings\, paintings\, rare prints\, and ceramics – the exhibition explores our changing relationship with the natural world. \n\n\n\nFrom the curiosity and ingenuity of early plant explorers to the global networks that shaped trade\, In Bloom reveals how the pursuit of exotic plants transformed landscapes\, economies\, and cultures\, leaving a legacy that continues to influence our world today. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets for this major exhibition will be available to book later in the year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets for In Bloom: How Plants Changed Our World will be available to book later in the year. \n\n\n\nVisitors who are Ashmolean Members can enjoy unlimited free access to this major exhibition\, along with exclusive benefits including Members’ Exhibition Previews\, special events\, and discounts in the museum shop\, café\, and restaurant. \n\n\n\nAshmolean Members are invited to the Members’ Exhibition Preview on 18 March 2026\, offering an early opportunity to explore the exhibition before it opens to the public. \n\n\n\nMembership also includes a twice-yearly magazine and helps support the museum’s work and programmes. For those considering joining\, becoming a Member ensures free access to all exhibitions and a range of exclusive experiences throughout the year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n A Vase of Flowers\, Simon Verelst\, c. 1669–1675\, oil on canvas\, © Ashmolean Museum \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n John Tradescant the Younger as a Gardener\, attributed to Thomas de Critz\, 1648–1653\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Nelumbo lutea (yellow lotus)\, herbarium biological drawing\, Mark Catesby\, 1722\, ink on paper © Oxford University Herbaria\, Department of Biology \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Kew Wardian case\, c. 1870\, wood & glass. Courtesy Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Study of an Oriental poppy\, May Morris\, 1879\, watercolour & some bodycolour over indications in graphite © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Girl Smelling Orchids\, Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema\, 1879\, oil on panel. Courtesy the Richard Green Gallery\, London \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Pharmacy jar for mithridate\, Lambeth Pottery Factory\, c. 1738\, tin-glazed ceramic © Ashmolean Museum \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Plant model of Hypericum/St John’s Wort (detail)\, Robert Brendel\, c. 1860–1880\, papier mâché & wood © Oxford University Herbaria\, Department of Biology \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Duncan Grant\, Hollyhock\, Charleston\, Kate Friend\, 2019\, C-type print. Courtesy of the artist & Lyndsey Ingram \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n ‘What Is It In A Name’\, Anahita Norouzi\, 2022\, glass & brass. Courtesy of the artist & Galerie Nicolas Robert URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/in-bloom-how-plants-changed-our-world/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/in-bloom-ashnomloean-exhibition-01-1920x1080-1-scaled.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:20260327T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260606T010634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T062511Z UID:10012784-1774569600-1781481599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Foraging Connections DESCRIPTION:Foraging Connections\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Foraging Connections\n\n\n\nForaging Connections is a collaborative exhibition blending art\, science\, nature and community. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition displays a collection of work created using foraged plants\, transformed through ancient techniques such as cordage and weaving\, to reflect the raw beauty and cyclical nature of the natural world\, that is both ephemeral and enduring. \n\n\n\nSince spring 2025\, artists Lilli Tranborg and Arbie Edward have been working with children from local charity\, Children Heard And Seen\, at both Modern Art Oxford and Wytham Woods. \n\n\n\nExploring the theme of connectedness\, to both each other and nature\, the workshops have encouraged a tactile engagement with natural materials in the spirit of innovation\, inclusion and growth\, and with a focus on the importance of trees and forests. \n\n\n\nDuring these workshops\, a sculpture in Wytham Woods has been repurposed\, to reflect on themes of refuge and repair\, and will forge a connection between the woods and the gallery space at Modern Art Oxford. \n\n\n\nThe workshops delivered in the run up to this exhibition were a partnership with IF Oxford and Oxford North\, and formed part of Oxford North’s Engage Programme. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Modern Art Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nModern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s leading contemporary art spaces. At the heart of the gallery’s programme is a commitment to education\, internationalism and inclusion\, founded on the power of visual art and culture to enact positive social change. \n\n\n\nIt offers educational experiences for visitors of all ages\, using art and creativity to reach thousands of people from Oxfordshire and beyond every year. These participatory activities are designed to help visitors explore our exhibitions\, experiment with creative processes and celebrate the relevance of contemporary visual culture to society today. \n\n\n\nModern Art Oxford was founded in 1965\, and has a rich history of bold and progressive programming that promotes diversity and internationalism\, encourages public engagement with creativity and the arts\, and celebrates the importance of contemporary visual culture in today’s society. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Modern Art Oxford URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/foraging-connections/ LOCATION:Modern Art Oxford\, 30 Pembroke Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1BP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/modern-art-oxford-10-1920x1080-wytham-sculptures-jan-2026.webp GEO:51.7508892;-1.2591357 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Modern Art Oxford 30 Pembroke Street Oxford OX1 1BP United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=30 Pembroke Street:geo:-1.2591357,51.7508892 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260528T204101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T020338Z UID:10012692-1777075200-1780790399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Refik Anadol: Archive Dreaming DESCRIPTION:Refik Anadol: Archive Dreaming\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Refik Anadol: Archive Dreaming\n\n\n\nArchive Dreaming is an immersive fusion of art and machine intelligence. \n\n\n\nThe installation transforms a vast digital archive into a dream-like\, ever-evolving environment\, using AI algorithms to reimagine millions of documents in real time. \n\n\n\nAs viewers move through the space\, they are surrounded by shifting visuals\, patterns\, text\, and imagery that evoke the sensation of walking through a living\, thinking mind. \n\n\n\nCreated using Refik Anadol Studio’s Large Nature Model — a generative AI system dedicated to interpreting natural data — the work reframes archives not as static repositories\, but as dynamic\, responsive entities. \n\n\n\nThrough machine learning\, raw data becomes a poetic\, immersive experience that blurs the boundaries between human memory and artificial intelligence. \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: \n\n\n\n\nOpen daily from 10.00am to 5.00pm.\n\n\n\nClosed until 12.30 pm on Thursday 28 May.\n\n\n\nNo booking required.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nWhite Box \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSchwarzman Centre for the Humanities is a major new cultural and academic landmark for the University of Oxford\, bringing together seven humanities faculties with performance\, exhibition\, and public engagement spaces under one roof. Located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter\, it is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration while opening the humanities to a wider public through events\, performances\, and year-round programming. \n\n\n\nAt its heart are world-class venues including a concert hall\, theatre\, cinema\, recital spaces\, and galleries\, supported by flexible teaching and meeting facilities. A central atrium acts as a social hub\, blending academic life with informal gathering spaces\, cafés\, and exhibitions. More than a university facility\, the Centre functions as a civic cultural destination\, connecting scholarship with creative practice and strengthening Oxford’s wider cultural life. \n\n\n\nView venue information URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/refik-anadol-archive-dreaming/ LOCATION:Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities\, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter\, Woodstock Road\, Oxford\, OX2 6GG CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/refik-anadol-archive-dreaming-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7604705;-1.2621148 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter Woodstock Road Oxford OX2 6GG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Radcliffe Observatory Quarter\, Woodstock Road:geo:-1.2621148,51.7604705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260528T195235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T204649Z UID:10012691-1777075200-1788220799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Anna Ridler: A Perfect Language of Images DESCRIPTION:Anna Ridler: A Perfect Language of Images\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Anna Ridler: A Perfect Language of Images\n\n\n\nAnna Ridler is an artist whose work explores the creative and societal possibilities of artificial intelligence\, often through self-built datasets that question how knowledge is constructed\, classified\, and shared. \n\n\n\nAn Oxford University alumna\, her work has been exhibited internationally at institutions including the V&A and the Centre Pompidou\, and she has been recognised by Ars Electronica and Artnet as one of nine pioneering artists working with AI. \n\n\n\nThe digital artwork\, created in collaboration with Dr William Poole from the Faculty of English at the University of Oxford\, brings together three pieces by Ridler under the title A Perfect Language of Images. \n\n\n\nIt is inspired by Oxford scholar John Wilkins’ 1668 attempt to classify the world through a universal philosophical language\, and Jorge Luis Borges’ later critique of such systems as inherently incomplete and unstable. \n\n\n\nDrawing these ideas into conversation with contemporary machine learning\, the work reflects on how generative systems inherit the same ambition towards totalising order\, while continually revealing its limits. \n\n\n\nIn doing so\, Ridler’s installation exposes the tension between classification and complexity\, highlighting what can be approximated\, what resists categorisation\, and what ultimately escapes representation. \n\n\n\n\n\nWork 1:+\n\n\n\n\nA Catalogue of Exceptions shows some of the things that strain or fail to fit within Wilkins’ taxonomy. Throughout the system there are acknowledged difficulties; organisms that are “imperfect”\, “strange originals” and things suspended in “betwixt” categories: coral that is neither mineral nor plant\, fungi that “seem to want” essential parts\, zoophytes suspended between kingdoms. \n\n\n\nCreated using roughly a decade of different generative systems (2016–2025)\, each with its own unique aesthetic\, and trained on imagery drawn from Wilkins’ own descriptions\, it becomes almost a cabinet of curiosities\, even as the logic that links each image remains unstable or not immediately legible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWork 2:+\n\n\n\n\nBetween Things displays Wilkins’ phrases as evidence of classification under pressure—instances where his system hesitates\, hedges\, and cannot decide. Handwritten text is rendered large and placed into the environment as a record of doubt\, but one that is only visible at 3am\, for an hour. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWork 3:+\n\n\n\n\nAn Infinity of Lists assembles Wilkins’ language itself\, showing every word used in his system\, first mapped to the hierarchy he imposed\, then gradually reframed through the logic of word2vec. \n\n\n\nOver the duration of the work the mapping shifts from the symbolic architecture of Wilkins’ invented order toward statistical relations in learned embedding space. The piece flutters between word\, image\, and symbol\, making visible how translation across systems and across time changes what counts as related. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nOpen daily. No booking needed. \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nGreat Hall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSchwarzman Centre for the Humanities is a major new cultural and academic landmark for the University of Oxford\, bringing together seven humanities faculties with performance\, exhibition\, and public engagement spaces under one roof. Located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter\, it is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration while opening the humanities to a wider public through events\, performances\, and year-round programming. \n\n\n\nAt its heart are world-class venues including a concert hall\, theatre\, cinema\, recital spaces\, and galleries\, supported by flexible teaching and meeting facilities. A central atrium acts as a social hub\, blending academic life with informal gathering spaces\, cafés\, and exhibitions. More than a university facility\, the Centre functions as a civic cultural destination\, connecting scholarship with creative practice and strengthening Oxford’s wider cultural life. \n\n\n\nView venue information URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/anna-ridler-a-perfect-language-of-images/ LOCATION:Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities\, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter\, Woodstock Road\, Oxford\, OX2 6GG CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/anna-ridler-a-perfect-language-of-images-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7604705;-1.2621148 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities Radcliffe Observatory Quarter Woodstock Road Oxford OX2 6GG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Radcliffe Observatory Quarter\, Woodstock Road:geo:-1.2621148,51.7604705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20251128T110959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T145023Z UID:10004438-1777680000-1779753599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxfordshire Artweeks Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:Various venues across Oxfordshire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxfordshire Artweeks Festival 2026\n\n\n\nCelebrating the county’s creativity \n\n\n\nThe Oxfordshire Artweeks Festival returns in 2026\, running from Saturday 02 May to Sunday 25 May\, offering three weeks of visual arts\, craft\, and creative exploration across the county. \n\n\n\nAs the UK’s oldest and largest artist open studios and pop-up exhibition event\, the festival showcases the remarkable talent of hundreds of local artists\, makers and designers. \n\n\n\nIn 2026\, the festival is split into three overlapping sections: \n\n\n\n\nSouth Oxfordshire from 02 to 10 May\, \n\n\n\nNorth & West Oxfordshire from 09 to 17 May\, and \n\n\n\nOxford City from 16 to 25 May. \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re wandering through historic streets\, ancient churches\, or glorious gardens\, Artweeks provides a chance to experience creativity in every corner of the county. \n\n\n\nExplore studios\, galleries and gardens \n\n\n\nArtweeks invites visitors to step into artists’ studios\, pop-up galleries\, medieval tithe barns\, private homes and sprawling gardens. You can see painting\, photography\, textiles\, sculpture\, ceramics\, glass\, mosaics\, jewellery\, woodworking\, and contemporary installations. Many artists offer demonstrations or encourage visitors to try their hand\, providing a rare opportunity to engage directly with the creative process. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxfordshire Artweeks\n\n\n\nOxfordshire Artweeks is the UK’s oldest and largest artist open studios and pop-up exhibition event. \n\n\n\nThe Artweeks festival is Oxfordshire’s largest visual arts festival and the UK’s oldest and biggest Open Studios event. It is a three-week not-for-profit celebration in May each year of the county’s artistic and creative talent encompassing the visual arts in their broadest sense. \n\n\n\nUsually\, around 1\,500 artists open the doors to their homes and studios or participate in pop-up exhibitions and welcome the public to see their creations and watch them work. Over 100\,000 people visit Artweeks exhibitions each year\, and a million pounds of art changes hands. \n\n\n\nIn previous years\, visitors have been able to immerse themselves in a giant wild-flower meadow of paint at Oxford’s North Wall\, marvel at shimmering glass meteorites in Kidlington or take a trip into the past with jewellery inspired by archaeology or the stunning mosaics by Becky Paton. \n\n\n\nVisitors could see traditional blacksmithing in Watlington and the Cotswolds\, take an outdoor art trail through Chipping Norton and wander through a stunning five-acre garden in Kingham near Chipping Norton populated with hundreds of sculptures. \n\n\n\nIn Burford\, there were extraordinary hand-sculpted wooden tables to discover\, each like a miniature tree. And in Shipton-under-Wychwood\, animal artist Nic Vickery set up her 1968 caravan studio ‘Gertie’ at a working metalwork studio in nearby Asthall\, where a metal forest grows! \n\n\n\nYou’ll find full details for Oxfordshire Artweeks Festival on the festival website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important ticketing information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nAll venues are drop-in and are generally open between 11.00am and 6.00pm. However\, this varies\, so please confirm the times for individual venues before travelling. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxfordshire-artweeks-festival/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oxfordshire-artweeks-festival-2019-1920x1080.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270103T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260429T140948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T051015Z UID:10012335-1777680000-1799020799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Wonder of Birds Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Wonder of Birds Exhibition\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wonder of Birds Exhibition\n\n\n\nA major new exhibition at the Bodleian Libraries invites visitors to step into the remarkable world of birds\, exploring their beauty\, symbolism and fragility through art\, literature and science. \n\n\n\nWonder of Birds draws inspiration from The Book of Birds\, created by artist Jackie Morris and writer Robert Macfarlane. Both the exhibition and the book reflect on the decline of bird populations while celebrating their cultural and natural significance. \n\n\n\nCurated by Antonia Harrison\, the exhibition unfolds through seven themed sections – from nest and egg to feather\, flight and migration – combining original artwork and writing with treasures from the Bodleian’s extensive collections. \n\n\n\nVisitors can explore rare and historic material\, including previously unseen glass plate negatives by pioneering wildlife photographer Emma Louisa Turner\, alongside early nature photography from Richard Kearton and his brother Cherry. \n\n\n\nAlso on display are striking life-size illustrations from Birds of America by John James Audubon\, as well as a rare Great Auk egg on loan from Oxford University Museum of Natural History. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition also highlights birds’ enduring influence on culture\, featuring works such as Maya Angelou’s ‘Caged Bird’ and Percy Bysshe Shelley’s handwritten notes on ‘To a Skylark’. Global perspectives include imagery from The Book of the Fixed Stars and the poetic journey of The Conference of the Birds. \n\n\n\nEnhancing the experience\, a specially commissioned soundscape by sound artist Jason Singh immerses visitors in birdsong and natural environments\, while artist duo Daniel & Clara present an interactive ‘Rewilding Imagination field guide’. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Wonder of Birds poster\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFree admission\, no ticket required \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 02 May 2026 to Sunday 03 January 2027 \n\n\n\nMonday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pmSaturday from 10.00am to 5.00pmSunday from 11.00am to 4.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Treasury\, Weston Library URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/wonder-of-birds/ LOCATION:Bodleian Library – Old Library\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, OX1 3BG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Wonder-of-Birds.webp GEO:51.7545707;-1.2553262 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bodleian Library – Old Library Broad Street Oxford OX1 3BG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2553262,51.7545707 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20250403T043550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T135733Z UID:10010455-1777939200-1780271999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Dogs in May 2026 at Blenheim Palace DESCRIPTION:Dogs in May 2026 at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Dogs in May 2026 at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\nThis May\, visitors are invited to explore the Courtyards\, Formal Gardens and Walled Gardens with their four-legged companions\, as dogs are welcomed into some of the most beautiful grounds in England. \n\n\n\nGuests are encouraged to bring their dogs along for the experience\, with a few simple guidelines in place to ensure everyone enjoys their visit. As wildlife and livestock roam freely\, dogs must be kept on a short lead at all times. \n\n\n\nWater stations will be available across the Courtyards and Walled Garden for thirsty companions\, and visitors are asked to dispose of waste responsibly in general rubbish bins. Dogs should not be left unattended in vehicles. \n\n\n\nDogs are also welcome year-round in the Pantry Café\, Shop and Pizzeria\, offering visitors the chance to relax and enjoy refreshments with their pets after exploring the grounds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \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 day ticket \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 05 to Sunday 31 May 2026 \n\n\n\nFrom 10.15am to 3.15pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Formal Gardens\, Walled Garden and Parkland URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/dogs-in-may-2025-at-blenheim-palace/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Dogs-in-May-2026-at-Blenheim-Palace.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:20260507T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20240212T071431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T174726Z UID:10009261-1778112000-1779148799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace DESCRIPTION:Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Giffords Circus at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\nRoll up\, roll up\, the Giffords Circus is back at Blenheim Palace! \n\n\n\nGiffords Circus returns to Blenheim Palace in 2026 for another spectacular\, spellbinding show. Celebrated as a national treasure\, the circus delivers performances worthy of London’s West End\, set amidst the green fields of the Cotswolds. \n\n\n\nThe circus tent\, nestled among the Palace’s ancient trees near the Butterfly House and Marlborough Hedge Maze\, invites visitors into a magical world of colourful acrobats\, jugglers\, horses\, and musicians. Audiences can enjoy a truly immersive experience\, blending theatrical flair with traditional circus wonder in a stunning outdoor setting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information (TBC)\n\n\n\nPrices:Adult ticket (age 15 and up) – from £25.00 to £42.50Children ticket (age 3 to 14) – from £15.00 to £32.50Under 3s ticket – Free\, but booking requiredWheelchair ticket – from £105.00 to £32.50Carer ticket – Free\, but booking required \n\n\n\nTickets are available to buy through the Giffords’ Circus website. \n\n\n\nPlease be aware that tickets provide access to Giffords Circus event only and do not include entry to the Palace\, Park and Gardens. \n\n\n\nLocation:Lower Park near Eagle Lodge. \n\n\n\nParking:Parking is on the grounds next to the circus; please follow directions and park sensibly. For those with limited mobility\, there is a limited amount of blue badge parking reserved nearer the tent; please let the car park attendant know if you need to park as near as possible\, and they will show you where to go. \n\n\n\nDogs:No dogs allowed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGallery URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/giffords-circus-at-blenheim-palace/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/giffords-circus-01-1920x1080-1.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:20260509T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260705T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20251228T131752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T160603Z UID:10011899-1778284800-1783295999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:We're Going On A Bear Hunt DESCRIPTION:We’re Going On A Bear Hunt\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout We’re Going On A Bear Hunt\n\n\n\nGet ready to swish\, splash and squelch your way through the new sensory trail to find the bear. \n\n\n\nThe much-loved picture book and award-winning animation will be brought to life through a series of interactive installations\, emulating the journey undertaken by the family at the heart of the story. \n\n\n\nPick up a trail booklet and follow in the characters’ footsteps to brave the elements. Roam through swishy swashy grass\, conquer thick oozy mud\, brave swirling whirling snowstorms\, and tiptoe through a cave in search of the bear. \n\n\n\nAs you follow the trail\, scan the QR codes to discover the AR filters. Don’t forget to snap photos along the way! You can’t go over it. You can’t go under it. You’ve got to go through it! \n\n\n\nFantastic fun for all ages\, round up your friends and family and see who will be the first one to spot the bear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nThe trail is free with normal admission to Cliveden \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 09 May to Sunday 05 July 2026 2026 \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAll ages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/were-going-on-a-bear-hunt/ LOCATION:Cliveden House\, Berkshire\, Cliveden Road\, Taplow\, Berkshire\, SL6 0JF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Were-Going-On-A-Bear-Hunt.webp GEO:51.5457468;-0.6851959 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cliveden House Berkshire Cliveden Road Taplow Berkshire SL6 0JF United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Cliveden Road:geo:-0.6851959,51.5457468 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260519T035617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T025055Z UID:10012548-1779148800-1779580799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ulster American DESCRIPTION:Ulster American \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ulster American \n\n\n\nBy David IrelandYou’re not supposed to be here… \n\n\n\nJay Conway\, Oscar-winner\, in the cosy London flat of Leigh Carver\, acclaimed director. Two of the arts’ most powerful men. \n\n\n\nThey are waiting for Ruth Davenport\, the “Irish writer” whose play they begin rehearsals for the next morning. \n\n\n\n“Would you mind if I asked you a troubling question?” \n\n\n\nJay and Leigh are aware they are unobserved – their conversation spans racism\, rape\, Alcoholics Anonymous… \n\n\n\nThen Ruth enters. She is not what the men had expected. Secrets come out. True colours begin to show. There will be blood. \n\n\n\nUlster American is a play that has run successfully at Fringe\, West End and Broadway – not without dividing audiences to the point of walk-outs. David Ireland’s black satire will make you laugh\, gasp\, question why you’re laughing\, and laugh some more. \n\n\n\nThis is a conversation you were never supposed to hear. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss. \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£6.00 to £8.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 19 to Saturday 23 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nBurton Taylor Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n15+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains discussions of sexual assault\, racism\, misogyny\, homophobia\, and violence. \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/ulster-american/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ulster-American.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:20260519T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260519T040849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T025113Z UID:10012549-1779148800-1779580799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:William Street DESCRIPTION:William Street \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout William Street \n\n\n\nUniversity of Oxford Student Season: Trinity Term 2026 \n\n\n\nBy Chloe Downes and The Fifth Act.co \n\n\n\nWhen conflict enters the home\, survival becomes a matter of who you can trust. \n\n\n\nWilliam Street is a gripping drama set in Derry during the Troubles. The O’Shea family is thrown into crisis when Sean\, a high-ranking IRA member\, discovers his wife’s dangerous connection to an English soldier. \n\n\n\nAs tensions rise\, their daughter Jane enters a secret relationship across enemy lines\, while her brother Ruairi is drawn deeper into violence. Loyalties fracture\, and trust unravels. \n\n\n\nA bold new play\, William Street blends intimate family drama with political tension\, offering a powerful and unmissable theatrical experience. \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£6.00 to £8.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 19 to Saturday 23 May 2026 at 9.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nBurton Taylor Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n16+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains violence\, domestic violence\, strong language\, blood\, references to terrorism\, and the use of weapons. It also includes implications of tobacco use and alcohol consumption. Viewer discretion is advised. \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/william-street/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/William-Street.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:20260519T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T183000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260421T134552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T054457Z UID:10011868-1779211800-1779215400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Danny Dorling: Power\, policy\, health and the price of inequality DESCRIPTION:Danny Dorling: Power\, policy\, health and the price of inequality\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Danny Dorling: Power\, policy\, health and the price of inequality\n\n\n\nInequality of income influences so much in our society. Because economic inequality is the water we swim in\, we often do not see its influence or notice what kinds of inequality are most harmful. \n\n\n\nThis inequality helps determine who most often gains power; how policies are thought about and formulated; health outcomes for entire countries; and how governments view their role and how people view their governments. \n\n\n\nDanny Dorling is the 1971 Professor of Geography at the University of Oxford. He makes international comparisons and local studies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £10.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 19 May 2026 at 5.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nPlease be aware that\, as entry may be limited once the event begins\, it is advised to arrive between 5.00pm and 5.30pm. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/danny-dorling-power-policy-health-and-the-price-of-inequality/ LOCATION:de Jager Auditorium\, Trinity College\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, OX1 3BH CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Danny-Dorling-Power-policy-health-and-the-price-of-inequality.webp GEO:51.7544085;-1.256706 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=de Jager Auditorium Trinity College Broad Street Oxford OX1 3BH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.256706,51.7544085 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T193000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260421T141027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T141133Z UID:10011635-1779219000-1779219000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:That'll Be The Day DESCRIPTION:That’ll Be The Day\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout That’ll Be The Day\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this unforgettable performance celebrating the 40th Anniversary of That’ll Be The Day. \n\n\n\nExperience a unique blend of rock‘n’roll\, pop\, and comedy\, featuring timeless hits from the 50s through to the 80s. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n That’ll Be The Day\n\n\n\nJoin the show to celebrate this milestone and enjoy four decades of entertainment\, showcasing the energy\, passion\, and talent that have made this the UK’s longest-running touring theatre show. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n“Three hours of music & mayhem.” \n\n\n\nThe Express \n\n\n\n\n\n“The best rock ‘n’ roll show on the road.” \n\n\n\nTime Out \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £39.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 19 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 55 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains adult humour. \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/thatll-be-the-day/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Thatll-Be-The-Day.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:20260520T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035658 CREATED:20260519T042628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T025146Z UID:10012550-1779235200-1779580799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Our House DESCRIPTION:Our House \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Our House \n\n\n\nBy Tim Firth \n\n\n\nMusic and Lyrics by Madness \n\n\n\nPresented by University of Oxford student company Cross Keys Productions \n\n\n\nDirected by Madison Bouchta \n\n\n\nWelcome to the House of Fun! \n\n\n\nPacked with the unmistakable wit and vitality of Madness\, Our House is a joyful\, high-octane musical celebrating love\, family and the choices that shape our lives. Set against the backdrop of 1980s London\, it blends sharp storytelling with irresistible music and movement\, including a live\, dancing band on stage. \n\n\n\nOn the eve of his 16th birthday\, Joe Casey makes a split-second decision that sends his life down two very different paths. What follows is a fast-moving\, heart-warming and often hilarious story that asks a simple question: what might have happened if you’d chosen differently? \n\n\n\nUniversity of Oxford student company Cross Keys Productions presents this Olivier Award-winning musical by Tim Firth\, bringing to life the unforgettable songs of Madness. \n\n\n\nWith hits including House of Fun\, Baggy Trousers\, My Girl\, It Must Be Love\, Night Boat to Cairo and Our House\, this lively\, nostalgic show is packed with energy\, fun and heart. \n\n\n\nOur House was first produced at the Cambridge Theatre\, London on 28 October 2002. Producers were Tiger Aspect Productions\, Rupert Lord\, Andre Ptaszynski and Phil McIntyre in association with Madness. \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“Striking stage moments.”  \n\n\n\nThe Reviews Hub (Jekyll & Hyde\, Mar 2025) \n\n\n\n\n\n“A thoroughly enjoyable experience throughout.”  \n\n\n\nA Young(ish) Perspective (Into the Woods\, Feb 2025) \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\n£12.00 to £30.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 20 to Saturday 23 May 2026 \n\n\n\nWednesday to Saturday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nSaturday at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains discussions of sex\, crime\, violence\, and death. \n\n\n\nWarning: \n\n\n\nProduction may contain flashing lights. \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/our-house/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Our-House.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:20260520T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T153000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260316T092904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T074755Z UID:10012286-1779285600-1779291000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Museum of Oxford Walks: Beer\, Sausages and Marmalade DESCRIPTION:Museum of Oxford Walks: Beer\, Sausages and Marmalade\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford Walks: Beer\, Sausages and Marmalade\n\n\n\nThis 90-minute walk led by local historian Liz Woolley will take you on a tantalising tour of the quirky world of food and drink in 19th-century Oxford. \n\n\n\nFrom the ‘Celebrated Oxford Sausage’ to Frank Cooper’s famous ‘Oxford Marmalade’\, Liz will expertly guide you through locations associated with Oxford’s unique food and drink heritage. \n\n\n\nFind out how Oxford’s eponymous delicacies went hand-in-hand with the city’s growing importance as a desirable tourist destination as you visit sites including Morrell’s Lion Brewery\, the 250-year-old Covered Market and some iconic pubs. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also discover the city’s long history of malting and brewing\, and how this important trade contributed to Oxford’s burgeoning industrial economy. Find out how the significant families which controlled these businesses influenced Oxford’s developing economic\, social and political life. \n\n\n\nJoin a Beer\, Sausages and Marmalade walking tour to see Oxford through the eyes of an expert and discover the unique food heritage embedded in the heart of Oxford. \n\n\n\nAs part of the tour\, you will see: Frank Cooper’s Marmalade Factory\, the old Swan Brewery malthouse\, the street that was once described as a ‘dreadful sort of place’ – and more historic Oxford locations. \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 1.5 hours.   \n\n\n\nThe itinerary includes cobbled streets\, uneven surfaces\, and narrow pavements. One of the stops involves going through Whatsheaf Yard which is very narrow and has an uneven surface. An alternative route to the next stop is available through St Aldate’s. Please email museum@oxford.gov.uk if you would like to discuss any access requirements ahead of booking a walk.  \n\n\n\nMeet your tour guide: Liz Woolley \n\n\n\nLiz Woolley is a local historian specialising in the history of Oxford’s ‘town’ – as opposed to ‘gown’ – and of the everyday lives of ordinary working people\, chiefly during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Liz has lived in Oxford for forty years and has an MSc in English Local History from the University’s Department for Continuing Education. She is an experienced tour guide\, speaker\, tutor\, researcher\, and writer\, who enjoys helping people discover the perhaps less well-known history of Oxford and its citizens. \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 the 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\n£15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\n\nSaturday 11 April 2026 at 11.00am\n\n\n\nWednesday 20 May 2026 at 2.00pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 04 July 2026 at 11.00am\n\n\n\nWednesday 12 August 2026 at 2.00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday 23 September 2026 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-beer-sausages-and-marmalade/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Museum of Oxford\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1BX CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Museum-of-Oxford-Walks-Beer-Sausages-and-Marmalade.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:20260520T161500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T174500 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260605T215431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T215745Z UID:10012730-1779293700-1779299100@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Academy Summer Term DESCRIPTION:Academy Summer Term\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Academy Summer Term\n\n\n\nJoin Aylesbury Waterside’s Academy. Weekly drama sessions for ages 7 to 11. \n\n\n\nDevelop key drama skills through games\, tasks\, improvisation\, devising\, script and creative work. Exploring a range of spaces across the theatre venue theatre: what better way to introduce children to the world of performance and creativity! \n\n\n\nNo prior experience necessary: the class allows children to explore a variety of themes and subjects in a safe and inclusive environment. \n\n\n\nParticipants will need to wear comfortable clothing that they can move around in and no heavy boots/shoes (we would recommend trainers!). They will need to bring a snack and a water bottle which can be re-filled as needed. \n\n\n\nAll Creative Learning practitioners and assistants are DBS-checked\, and an assistant will remain in the session in a pastoral role throughout\, helping children to settle in and gain confidence. \n\n\n\nThe Creative Learning team will email you with further details and a parent/guardian registration form. Send queries re this booking to AylesburyCreativeLearning@atgentertainment.com.. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Academy Summer Term\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: \n\n\n\nWednesdays from 15 April to 24 June. No session 27 May. \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n7 to 11 \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/academy-summer-term/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Academy_Jan_2026_1.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:20260520T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T190000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260421T162632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162640Z UID:10011637-1779303600-1779303600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Alfie Boe DESCRIPTION:Alfie Boe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Alfie Boe\n\n\n\nOne of Britain’s most celebrated and best-loved tenors\, Alfie Boe\, OBE\, has announced a brand new UK tour celebrating his most iconic hits\, fan-favourite classics\, and powerful new material from his highly anticipated upcoming album\, ‘Face Myself’. \n\n\n\nThe tour will see Alfie Boe perform 35 live dates throughout April and May 2026\, bringing his unmistakable voice to some of the country’s most prestigious venues\, including London’s Royal Albert Hall. Alfie will also be joined by special guest\, singer-songwriter Jessica Sweetman. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Alfie Boe\n\n\n\nAlfie has enjoyed an extraordinary career spanning stage\, recording\, and television. A hugely successful\, multi-platinum-selling artist\, Alfie has released over a dozen studio albums\, several of which have topped the UK charts. \n\n\n\nHis collaborations with Michael Ball — including the record-breaking albums Together\, Together Again\, and Back Together — have become some of the fastest-selling releases of the decade. Their tours have sold out arenas across the UK\, delighting hundreds of thousands of fans. \n\n\n\nThe Tony Award winner has conquered the world’s greatest opera stages and arenas and led the cast of Les Misérables in his defining role as Jean Valjean. Most recently\, Alfie starred in the concert tour of Les Misérables in Australia as well as the Arena Spectacular tour across the UK. \n\n\n\nHaving appeared at some of the most respected venues and events worldwide\, from Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee to the Royal Albert Hall\, Alfie was also appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in recognition of his outstanding services to music and charity. \n\n\n\nFrom his early days in Lancashire to the world’s grandest stages\, Alfie has become one of the most versatile and admired artists of his generation. \n\n\n\nExcited to be heading out on his UK tour next year\, the new Face Myself dates promise a night of music and memories\, celebrating the very best of his incredible journey so far\, along with new music. \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 £63.16 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 20 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nUnder 16s must be sat with an accompanying adult \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/alfie-boe-3/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Alfie-Boe.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:20260520T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T215000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20251125T162041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T162119Z UID:10010850-1779305400-1779313800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:James Phelan: The Man Who Was Magic DESCRIPTION:James Phelan: The Man Who Was Magic\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout James Phelan: The Man Who Was Magic\n\n\n\nDare to believe in magic and step into a world where the impossible comes alive! James Phelan is The Man Who Was Magic in a completely new show for 2025. \n\n\n\nYou’re invited to a night of wonder where secrets unravel and you’re left aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“An unforgettable evening we can’t stop talking about.” \n\n\n\nThe Standard \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\nStandard – £21.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £18.50 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 20 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nThis event has been rescheduled from 14 October 2025. \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/james-phelan-the-man-who-was-magic/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/James-Phelan-The-Man-Who-Was-Magic.webp GEO:51.9431406;-1.5450005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Theatre Chipping Norton 2 Spring Street Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 5NL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Spring Street:geo:-1.5450005,51.9431406 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T221000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20250322T095733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T061409Z UID:10010326-1779305400-1779315000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox DESCRIPTION:Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox\n\n\n\nPostmodern Jukebox\, the internationally acclaimed music collective famed for their signature time-twisting style\, transforming some of our most loved songs into dazzling vintage masterpieces\, has announced a brand-new 20-city UK tour for May and June 2026\, as part of their globe-spanning The Future Is Vintage world tour. \n\n\n\nRenowned for their joyous\, high-energy live shows\, the multi-talented troupe of singers\, dancers and instrumentalists will bring a brand new production to stages across the country\, putting a retro spin on everything from ’70s rock classics and’ 80s Britpop staples to today’s chart-toppers\, movie themes and even video-game soundtracks. \n\n\n\nPacked with dance-ready numbers and jaw-dropping showstoppers\, it’s a show that works just as well for a big night out as it does for the perfect family outing. \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 £39.33 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 20 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 40 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n16+ \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThis is a seated venue. Standing is not permitted during the performance. \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/scott-bradlees-postmodern-jukebox/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Scott-Bradlees-Postmodern-Jukebox.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:20260521T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T190000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260421T170704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T170711Z UID:10011690-1779390000-1779390000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:James Morrison DESCRIPTION:James Morrison\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout James Morrison\n\n\n\nFresh from celebrating his highest chart position in 14 years with his Top 5 album Fight Another Day\, and a show-stealing appearance on Strictly Come Dancing\, James Morrison is heading back to where it all began. \n\n\n\nHe’s marking 20 years since his debut album Undiscovered first hit the charts\, with a special anniversary tour. \n\n\n\nUndiscovered was the album that started it all. Before its release\, James was fitting carpets by day and playing open mics by night\, dreaming of a bigger future. When the album arrived in 2006\, it changed everything\, thanks to hits like You Give Me Something and Wonderful World. \n\n\n\nThe record topped the UK charts\, spent a year in the Top 40\, went 5× Platinum\, and earned James a BRIT Award for British Male Solo Artist. \n\n\n\nOn this special tour\, James will perform Undiscovered in full\, from the chart-topping singles to fan favourites like The Pieces Don’t Fit Anymore and This Boy\, as well as some rarely heard songs such as One Last Chance and How Come. \n\n\n\nHe’ll also round off each night with highlights from the rest of his incredible career. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the chance to celebrate 20 years of Undiscovered with James Morrison\, an album that continues to mean so much to fans and artists alike. \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 £41.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 21 May 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nUnder 16s must be seated next to an adult (18+). \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThis is a seated venue. Standing is not permitted during the performance. \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/james-morrison/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/James_Morrison.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:20260521T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T190000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260422T050412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T055900Z UID:10011792-1779390000-1779390000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sibelius Symphony No. 2 DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sibelius Symphony No. 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sibelius Symphony No. 2\n\n\n\nRavel Le tombeau de Couperin \n\n\n\nSaint-Saëns Violin Concerto No. 3 in B minor\, Op. 61 \n\n\n\nSibelius Symphony No. 2 in D major\, Op. 43 \n\n\n\nAlexandra Conunova violin \n\n\n\nAndreas Ottensamer conductor \n\n\n\nAfter writing two light but entertaining violin concertos\, Saint-Saëns upped his game in 1880. In his Violin Concerto No. 3\, he delivered a deliciously scored masterpiece characterised by its brilliant solo part\, building intensity\, room-stilling slow movement and finale inspired by the music of the country it was written in: Spain. \n\n\n\nAlexandra Conunova plays perhaps the greatest French violin concerto in between music that finds hope from grief: Ravel’s etched memorials to fallen comrades and the symphony in which Sibelius wrestles the most inspiring optimism from music born of tragedy. \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\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 21 May 2026 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nYoung Artists’ Platform Pre-concert recital at 6.00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-philharmonic-orchestra-sibelius-symphony-no-2/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Philharmonic-Orchestra-Sibelius-Symphony-No.-2.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T133000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20220909T200801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T153724Z UID:10006721-1779438600-1779456600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Witney Farmers’ Market DESCRIPTION:Witney Farmers‘’’ Market\, Witney Market Square\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Witney Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\nWitney Farmer’s Market takes place on the 4th Friday of the month in the Market Place from 8.30am to 1.30pm. \n\n\n\nPreviously\, the market was held on the fourth Friday of the month at the Marriots Walk Shopping Centre (after moving from the third Wednesday of the month in the Market Place). \n\n\n\nThe Witney Farmers’ Market provides a wide range of products including seasonal organic fruits and vegetables\, fresh-cut flowers\, jams and pickles\, pork\, lamb\, eggs\, bread\, cakes\, pastries and other baked goods. \n\n\n\nAll producers and products follow these guidelines: \n\n\n\n\nLocally produced – either a county boundary or a radius of 30 to 50 miles.\n\n\n\nPrinciple producer – the stallholder must be directly involved in the production.\n\n\n\nPrimary produce – produce must be grown\, reared or caught within the defined local area.\n\n\n\nSecondary produce – produce must be brewed\, pickled\, baked\, smoked or processed using ingredients from the defined local area. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/witney-farmers-market/2026-05-22/ LOCATION:Witney Market Square\, Market Square\, Witney\, Oxfordshire\, OX28 6AP CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/witney-farmers-market-oxfordshire-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7842696;-1.4855354 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Witney Market Square Market Square Witney Oxfordshire OX28 6AP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Square:geo:-1.4855354,51.7842696 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T193000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260423T055710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T055718Z UID:10012102-1779478200-1779478200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Tannahill Weavers DESCRIPTION:The Tannahill Weavers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Tannahill Weavers\n\n\n\nTraditional Celtic music at its best – with fire-driven instrumentals and songs\, haunting ballads and a good dose of humour\, the Tannahill Weavers have transformed traditional material and brought it into the modern world\, vitally alive and kicking. \n\n\n\nMembers of the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame\, the Tannahill Weavers have recently been joined by piper Iain MacGillivray\, who has worked recently on such exciting productions as Outlander and Men in Kilts\, and Alistair McCulloch\, who teaches at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland when not on tour. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Formed from a Paisley pub session in 1968\, seminal trailblazers the Tannahill Weavers now also rank as national treasures.” \n\n\n\nGlasgow Celtic Connections \n\n\n\n\n\n“The music may be pure old time Celtic\, but the drive and enthusiasm are akin to straight ahead rock and roll.” \n\n\n\nWinnipeg Free Press \n\n\n\n\n\n“An especially eloquent mixture of the old and the new.” \n\n\n\nNew York Times \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 – £16.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits) – £14.40 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 22 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built\, professional arts\, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot\, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2008\, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances\, participatory activities\, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium\, an art gallery\, a dance studio\, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar\, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists. \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-tannahill-weavers/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Tannahill-Weavers.webp GEO:51.6068199;-1.2405341 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cornerstone Arts Centre Didcot 25 Station Road Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 7NE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25 Station Road:geo:-1.2405341,51.6068199 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T193000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260423T055908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T055155Z UID:10011638-1779478200-1779478200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:ZZ TOPPD DESCRIPTION:ZZ TOPPD\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout ZZ TOPPD\n\n\n\nOctober 28 1985. ZZ TOP release their highly acclaimed album ‘Afterburner’. \n\n\n\nThe late\, great Dusty Hill took the lead vocals on the track ‘Can’t Stop Rockin’. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n ZZ TOPPD\n\n\n\nNow\, in 2026\, ZZ TOPPD\, That Little Ol’ Band From Essex are back\, and they ‘Can’t Stop Tourin’! \n\n\n\nThis two hour show is the ultimate tribute to the Texas Blues legends\, complete with multiple costume changes and the iconic\, furry spinning guitars. This is a show you won’t want to miss! \n\n\n\nHave mercy! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £24.20 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 22 May 2026 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/zz-toppd/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/ZZ-TOPPD.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:20260522T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T213000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260423T061402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T025215Z UID:10011869-1779478200-1779485400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:St John's International Piano Series: Jonathan Powell DESCRIPTION:St John’s International Piano Series: Jonathan Powell\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout St John’s International Piano Series: Jonathan Powell\n\n\n\nBeethoven Sonata for Piano no.3 in C major\, op.2 \n\n\n\nHummel Sonata in E flat major\, op.13 \n\n\n\nInterval \n\n\n\nR. Schumann Faschingsschwank aus Wien \n\n\n\nRavel Menuet sur le nom d’Haydn \n\n\n\nOhana 12 Etudes d’interprétation for piano\, IV. Main gauche seule (in memoriam Maurice Ravel) \n\n\n\nRavel La valse \n\n\n\nThe original performer for this concert date was Jonathan Powell\, whose sad death was announced at the beginning of January. \n\n\n\nWe are enormously grateful to Jean-Efflam Bavouzet for stepping into the Series at this late date. A pianist of international renown\, his recordings of the complete solo piano works of Haydn\, and of Ravel\, have received universal acclaim. \n\n\n\nJean-Efflam brings a programme of beautiful music wrapped in a web of connections. Beethoven’s virtuosic piano sonata no.3 is dedicated to his teacher Haydn. \n\n\n\nHummel\, a contemporary and friend of Beethoven’s\, also took lessons with Haydn. Schumann wrote his piece about the extravagant Mardi Gras celebrations that he witnessed in Vienna. \n\n\n\nRavel’s short Menuet – it is only a minute and a half – was a commission to mark the centenary of Haydn’s death. Maurice Ohana’s fourth Etude is a tribute to Ravel\, who wrote his left-handed concerto for a pianist injured in the First World War. \n\n\n\nAnd finally\, Ravel’s La Valse\, a composition that was interrupted and terrifyingly changed by the same devastating war. It will be thrilling to hear Jean-Efflam play this piece. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £18.00 to £40.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 22 May 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/st-johns-international-piano-series-jonathan-powell/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/St-Johns-International-Piano-Series-Jonathan-Powell.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T220000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20251125T163156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T163324Z UID:10009342-1779478200-1779487200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening DESCRIPTION:Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening\n\n\n\nNamed after the old Northumbrian word for twilight\, ‘The Darkening’ is made up of four North-East England-based members: \n\n\n\n\nKathryn Tickell (Northumbrian smallpipes\, fiddle\, vocals)\, \n\n\n\nAmy Thatcher (accordion\, synth\, clogs\, vocals)\, \n\n\n\nHeather Cartwright (vocals\, guitar)\, and\n\n\n\nJoe Truswell (drums\, percussion).\n\n\n\n\nTogether with Stef Conner from Cambridge (vocals\, lyres)\, these dazzling musicians create musical magic; dynamic and unique “Ancient Northumbrian Futurism”. \n\n\n\nBased in the shadow of Hadrian’s Wall yet reaching out to the wider world\, Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening explore the connecting threads of music\, landscape and people over a period of almost 2000 years. \n\n\n\nSongs range from themes of freedom\, nature and venturing out into the world after times of darkness\, to a Roman inscription with links to Libya and Syria magnetically pulled into the 21st century with glorious vocal harmonies and the wildest of piping. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Tremendously energising\, polished and thought-provoking.” \n\n\n\nAmericana-UK \n\n\n\n\n\n“Wildly thrilling The Guardian on the album” \n\n\n\nCloud Horizons \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nAge guidance:12+ \n\n\n\nDuration:150 minutes\, with an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/kathryn-tickell-the-darkening/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/kathryn-tickell-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.9431406;-1.5450005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Theatre Chipping Norton 2 Spring Street Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 5NL;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Spring Street:geo:-1.5450005,51.9431406 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T230000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T230000 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20250329T174356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T200054Z UID:10012338-1779490800-1779490800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Indie Fridays DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Indie Fridays at O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Indie Fridays at O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\nIt’s the biggest indie night to hit Oxford\, spinning all your favourite classics. It’s indie rock’n’roll for everyone! \n\n\n\nExpect tunes from Arctic Monkeys\, Biffy Clyro\, The Black Keys\, Blossoms\, Blur\, Catfish & The Bottlemen\, Circa Waves\, The Clash\, Courteeners\, The Cribs\, Foals\, Gorillaz\, Jamie T\, Kasabian\, The Killers\, The Kooks\, The Libertines\, Nirvana\, Oasis\, Pulp\, Red Hot Chilli Peppers\, Sam Fender\, The Smiths\, The Stone Roses\, The Streets\, The Strokes\, Two Door Cinema Club\, The Vaccines\, The Wombats\, The White Stripes\, The 1975\, plus many more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n01 May \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n22 May \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\n\n\nAge guidance:Over 18s only. ID Required.Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol. \n\n\n\nCurfew: 3.00am \n\n\n\nLocation: O2 Academy \n\n\n\nTicket limits:A max of 12 tickets per person\, per household applies and per credit card on this event. Tickets in excess of 12 will be cancelled. \n\n\n\nPlease 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:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\nSecurity – Bag Policy:Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave 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. \n\n\n\nOnly one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size – Height: 28.7cm\, Width: 21cm\, Depth 15cm. \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/indie-fridays/2026-05-22/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/indie-fridays-01-1920x1080-1.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:20260523T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20251117T003405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T100933Z UID:10004602-1779494400-1779753599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Blenheim Palace Food Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:About Blenheim Palace Food Festival\n\n\n\nThe Blenheim Palace Food Festival returns in 2026\, promising a mouth-watering celebration of food and drink set against the iconic backdrop of Blenheim Palace. \n\n\n\nThis much-loved event brings together celebrity chefs\, artisan producers and exciting global flavours for a delicious three-day experience. \n\n\n\nVisitors can enjoy a packed programme of live demonstrations and Q&As in the Festival Kitchen\, where celebrity and Michelin-star chefs showcase their culinary expertise. \n\n\n\nAcross the palace grounds\, a carefully curated collection of food stalls serves gourmet delights\, street-food favourites and dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world. \n\n\n\nAs well as tempting food and drink\, the festival features artisan kitchenware traders\, craft brewers\, farm shops and more – offering plenty to explore and taste throughout the day. \n\n\n\nPerfect for food lovers\, families and anyone looking to add flavour to their 2026 calendar. \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:Entrance is free with a valid pass or day ticket. This includes Palace & Play Pass\, Privilege Pass\, Palace\, Park & Gardens Pass or an Event Day Ticket. \n\n\n\nLocation: Event Showground. \n\n\n\nTime:From 10.00am to 5.00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHighlights from previous events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA taste of what to expect URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/blenheim-palace-food-festival/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Festivals & Fairs,Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/blenheim-palace-food-festival-01-1920x1080-1.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:20260523T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T235959 DTSTAMP:20260623T035659 CREATED:20260606T011424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T014116Z UID:10012785-1779494400-1786924799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Kira Freije: Unspeak the Chorus DESCRIPTION:Kira Freije: Unspeak the Chorus. Photo: Installation image of Kira Freije: Unspeak the Chorus\, The Hepworth Wakefield\, November 2025. Photo credit: Lewis Ronald\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kira Freije: Unspeak the Chorus\n\n\n\nWalk amongst Kira Freije’s life-sized figures within an atmospheric and emotionally charged space\, where groupings suggest fragments of larger imagined narratives. \n\n\n\nModern Art Oxford presents Unspeak the Chorus\, the Turner Prize nominated solo exhibition by British artist Kira Freije (b.1985\, lives and works in London)\, featuring a new body of work co-commissioned by Modern Art Oxford and The Hepworth Wakefield. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition is Freije’s first major solo presentation in the UK\, bringing together around twenty hand-welded\, life-size metal figures\, with the artist expanding her practice through the inclusion of animals and textiles. The resulting work transforms the Upper Gallery into an immersive and emotionally charged environment in which human and animal worlds meet. \n\n\n\nFreije’s hand-welded metal figures\, arranged in intimate groupings\, suggest fragments of a story without ever resolving into a fixed narrative. United by a palpable sense of kinship\, the figures appear at once connected and self-contained – celebrating\, loving\, grieving\, guiding\, resting\, reaching and exhaling. While subtle interactions unfold between the sculptures\, Freije deliberately leaves the scene open\, inviting viewers to bring their own interpretations and emotional responses to the work. \n\n\n\nTo create her life-size sculptures\, Freije casts her own hands and feet in aluminium before constructing each figure from the ground up. Welding strips of steel together in a process akin to drawing an outline in space\, she builds skeletal forms that are at once delicate and robust. Faces\, or fragments of faces\, are cast from people close to her; fabric\, found materials and hand-blown glass elements are incorporated to complete materially layered scenes that combine strength and vulnerability. \n\n\n\nDeveloped in collaboration with lighting designer Matt Daw\, Unspeak the Chorus responds directly to the distinctive architecture of Modern Art Oxford’s Upper Gallery\, using atmospheric lighting and staging to heighten the emotional presence of the sculptures. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets for this exhibition can be purchased on the day of your visit at Modern Art Oxford’s Welcome Desk\, or pre-booked online via eventbrite \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nUpper Gallery 1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Modern Art Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nModern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s leading contemporary art spaces. At the heart of the gallery’s programme is a commitment to education\, internationalism and inclusion\, founded on the power of visual art and culture to enact positive social change. \n\n\n\nIt offers educational experiences for visitors of all ages\, using art and creativity to reach thousands of people from Oxfordshire and beyond every year. These participatory activities are designed to help visitors explore our exhibitions\, experiment with creative processes and celebrate the relevance of contemporary visual culture to society today. \n\n\n\nModern Art Oxford was founded in 1965\, and has a rich history of bold and progressive programming that promotes diversity and internationalism\, encourages public engagement with creativity and the arts\, and celebrates the importance of contemporary visual culture in today’s society. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Modern Art Oxford URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/kira-freije-unspeak-the-chorus/ LOCATION:Modern Art Oxford\, 30 Pembroke Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1BP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/modern-art-oxford-11-1920x1080-kira-freije-unspeak-the-chorus.webp GEO:51.7508892;-1.2591357 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Modern Art Oxford 30 Pembroke Street Oxford OX1 1BP United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=30 Pembroke Street:geo:-1.2591357,51.7508892 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR