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Josh Berry: Best Man
2025-03-06 20:00 (Europe/London) | Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames, 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BP
Josh Berry: Best Man

About Josh Berry: Best Man

Josh Berry: Best Man – The Stand-Up Show about Modern Masculinity

It’s clear what toxic masculinity is, but what does positive masculinity look like in a modern context?

Josh Berry intends to provide some sort of answer to this question, through his many impressions and characters, as he tells the tale of being his best friend’s best man earlier this year. From routines on how to organise a ‘progressive stag do’, to the amusing difficulties men seem to face around positive emotional expression, the show is an opportunity for us to have a ruddy good laugh at a concept that could do with being taken a bit less seriously.

There’s also a routine about how much Josh hates runners and refuses to become one.

N.B. Josh has since entered a half marathon.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:All tickets £19.25

Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.25 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.

Dates & times:Thursday 06 March 2025 at 8.00pm

Age guidance:16+

About Kenton Theatre

Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.

The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.

The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.

Discover more about the Kenton Theatre, including travel, access and venue information.

The Count of Monte Cristo
2025-03-06 19:30 - 22:00 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
The Count of Monte Cristo

About The Count of Monte Cristo

Alexandre Dumas’ celebrated novel is a favourite of readers all over the world, but it rarely makes an appearance on our stages or screens. And certainly never like this… So join 3 intrepid actors in this fast-paced and furiously funny retelling of the greatest revenge tale ever told.

The year is 1815. France is divided, Napoleon plots his return to power, and humble sailor Edmond Dantes is living a simple honest life. Or so he thinks. Betrayed by those who know him, and accused of treason, Edmund is imprisoned in the depths of the prison island The Chateau D’If. Forsaken and forgotten, he begins to weave an intricate web of vengeance.

Expect revenge, redemption, and a whole load of ridiculousness as all 1200 pages of French epic are stuffed onto the stage in this brand-new comedy adaptation. Bringing to life the original jailbreak story… probably… I mean it’s fairly old.

The Count of Monte Cristo is an epic tale of vengeance, redemption, and how far one man will go for justice.

Tickets

£15.00 – £18.00

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:Standard tickets – £18.00Concessions – £15.00

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:Thursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:2 hours 30 minutes

Age guidance:8+

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The 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.

The 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.

It 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.

It is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise.

Discover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton, including travel, access and venue information.

NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
2025-03-06 19:30 | Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot, 25 Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NE
NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest

About NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest

Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.

While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.

Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation, and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.

Join us for a relaxed and captioned screening of this NTLive show on Saturday 22 March at 2.30pm.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Full price – £15.00

Concessions – £13.50

Members – £12.00

All orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Location:

Auditorium

About Cornerstone Arts Centre

Cornerstone 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.

Opened 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.

The 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.

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Connor Burns: 1994
2025-03-06 19:30 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Connor Burns: 1994

About Connor Burns: 1994

From one of the most exciting emerging new stars in the UK’s live stand-up scene, 1994 is Edinburgh native’s Connor Burns third solo hour.

A prolific joke writer, his Scottish-level cynicism and self-deprecation punctuate a disarmingly relaxed persona and an intelligent, razor-sharp wit.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £20.63

No transaction fees

Dates & times:

Thursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Location:

Norman Bragg Studio

Age guidance:

16+

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Fluff
2025-03-06 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
Fluff

About Fluff

It’s time for Fluff to do the ultimate puzzle… her life.

But Fluff hates puzzles; especially word searches. She can never find the words and doesn’t understand why there’s a half-eaten birthday cake and a woman who keeps visiting her room.

As she navigates her way through her most treasured and darkest memories, Fluff desperately needs to piece together her life; story by story, person by person. This darkly comedic play explores memories and the choices we make in life.

Winner of the Best Theatre Production at the Buxton Fringe 2024, alongside awards for Best Performance and Best New Piece at the Birmingham Fringe 2023. The non-linear plot line allows the audience to feel, firsthand, the devastating effects of dementia, by joining Fluff in her journey to uncover her life’s memories.

Fluff is proud to be supported by the Arts Council England, W3RT, Alzheimer’s Society, Trauma Breakthrough UK, and Herts Musical Memories.

Reviews

Winner – Best Performance and Best New Piece at Birmingham Fringe Festival 2023

Winner – Best Theatre Production at the Buxton Fringe Festival 2024

“A thoughtful piece of theatre that bounces between past and present seemingly effortlessly, it held my attention from beginning to end.” ★★★★

LondonTheatre1

“A stirring narrative that’ll keep you hooked.” ★★★★

Theatre & Tonic

“Tayla Kenyon is compelling.” ★★★★

The Upcoming

“Not just a fluff piece – this show has grit.” ★★★★★

Bum On A Seat

“A thought-provoking piece of theatre.” ★★★★

1ShowMore

“Cleverly structured and immaculately performed.”

The Reviews Hub

“I was left with a sense of sadness and nostalgia. A reflection on an illness that so many people have, will have, or experiencing.”

Redbrick Culture

“Fluff is a thought-provoking performance. A very poignant piece of theatre.”

The Amazing Adventures of Me Blog post

“It doesn’t fail to capture you with its immediacy and move you in painful but welcome ways.”

Stageylady

Tickets

Booking information

Ticket prices:From £18.00

Dates & times:Thursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As the only dedicated arts provision in the area, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality, varied artistic, educational and participatory programme.

It plays a significant role in the town’s cultural, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms.

The Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, workshops and classes. Alongside this, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations.

You can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre, art studio, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire.

Discover more about The Mill Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?
2025-03-06 19:30 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?

About Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?

The virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee, and British Comedy Award winner is back on tour! Nina presents an unparalleled, unscripted brand new show that delves deep into who we are, hijacking faces to spark a bold, hysterical reality warp.

Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?

Nina Conti (and Monkey) has regularly sold out shows worldwide with her widely acclaimed performances: in London’s West End, off-Broadway in New York, at Sydney’s Opera House, across the UK on tour, and more – all without moving her lips!

This is seen in BBC’s Live at the Apollo and many other shows. Her clips, live show special, and ‘In Therapy’ web series, have amassed several million views online.

Review

“Laughs will definitely ensue”

New York Times

Tickets

Ticket prices:

From £21.88

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of up to £3.95.

Booking information

Date:

Thursday 06 March 2025

Time:

7.30pm, including an interval.

Age guidance:

14+

What the critics say

“Richly entertaining, joyfully funny chaos.”

★★★★

Guardian

“It’s genius… gut-bustingly funny.” ★★★★★

Telegraph

“Outstanding! High-level comedy craftsmanship.”

★★★★

Times

About New Theatre Oxford

There 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.

The 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.

On 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.

There 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.

There 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sir András Schiff
2025-03-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AZ
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sir András Schiff

About Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sir András Schiff

Bach Die Kunst der Fuge, BWV 1080

Sir András Schiff piano

Sir András Schiff has made the music of Bach his own. In a career spanning five decades, the great Hungarian pianist has focused on the music of the composer whom he describes as a ‘great scientist who systematically set new challenges for himself, which he then solved at the highest level possible.’ One such challenge was The Art of Fugue – Bach’s big project to lift the fugal form to new heights just as it was falling from fashion.

The result is a work of immense richness, imagination, and possibility that a great friend of Oxford, Schiff, will perform at the Sheldonian Theatre.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

Standard tickets – From £15.00

Student – From £5.00

Dates & times:

Wednesday 05 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Doors open at 7.00pm

Running time:

2 hours, including an interval

Age guidance:

6+

About the Sheldonian Theatre

Home 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.

To see an interactive map of the theatre, click here.

Find out more about the Sheldonian Theatre, including facilities, access and venue information.

Paul McKenna: Power Manifesting
2025-03-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames, 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BP
Paul McKenna: Power Manifesting

About Paul McKenna: Power Manifesting

Would you like to have the life of your dreams?

Great health

Amazing relationships

A fantastic career

Significant wealth

Real happiness

..then this live coaching event is for you!

Millions of people are familiar with manifesting what they want, creating results through goal setting, focus of attention, and actions. Paul McKenna has spent the last four decades studying super achievers, uncovering some extraordinary discoveries to create a revolutionary formula for getting what you want in life, through an advanced set of easy-to-do processes called ‘Power Manifesting’.

Using scientifically proven techniques, he has created a specific set of strategies that programme your neuro coding to place powerful, positive suggestions in your unconscious mind that direct all your behaviours, thoughts, feelings, and energy into achieving whatever it is you want!

If you are not getting what you want in life, or even if your life is already amazing, using the new science of Power Manifesting, will take it to even greater heights of success, happiness, and joy, in every area of your life! As you do the techniques in this coaching session, you will start to notice changes in your levels of motivation and positivity.

Through a mix of quantum physics and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, you will be able to easily programme your mind for success and your life will become even more amazing than you’d ever dreamed possible before!

This will be Paul’s final UK tour.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:All tickets £52.75

Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.

Dates & times:Wednesday 05 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:1 hour 30 minutes

Age guidance:15+

About Kenton Theatre

Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.

The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.

The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.

Discover more about the Kenton Theatre, including travel, access and venue information.

Posting Letters to the Moon
2025-03-05 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Posting Letters to the Moon

About Posting Letters to the Moon

A romantic, funny, and very touching portrait of life during the Second World War featuring readings of letters between Oscar-nominated actress Celia Johnson (Brief Encounter) and her explorer and writer husband Peter Fleming (brother of James Bond creator Ian Fleming) posted to India and the Far East during the war working for Military Intelligence.

Not only are the letters highly engaging, but they also provide a fascinating historical insight into that time of true austerity and fearfulness.

The letters are read by their daughter Lucy Fleming (Love Sarah, Miranda in The Archers) and her husband Simon Williams (Upstairs Downstairs Justin in The Archers, EastEnders,) and give an insight into a young mother’s life coping during the war and tell of Celia Johnson’s experience of filming with Noel Coward, David Lean and her thoughts while making the classic film Brief Encounter in 1945.

www.postingletterstothemoon.com

Don’t miss the opportunity to see Brief Encounter on the big screen at The Theatre – for more information click here.

Watch the trailer

Reviews

“… simply spellbinding performance…revealing an abundance of love and affection between ordinary people caught in extraordinary times… a theatrical gem.”

British Theatre Guide.

Tickets

£18.50

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:£18.50

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:Wednesday 05 March 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The 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.

The 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.

It 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.

It is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise.

Discover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton, including travel, access and venue information.

Tess
2025-03-04 00:00 - 2025-03-06 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Tess by Turtle Key Arts

About Tess

Following the hugely successful sold-out tour in 2024, Ockham’s Razor, return to Oxford with Tess, a groundbreaking, circus adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s classic novel Tess of the D’Urbervilles.

An ensemble of performers weave together Hardy’s words and the extreme physicality of circus to tell this tale of power, loss and endurance.

Against a backdrop of projections, the cast wield wooden planks, climb shifting walls and move through ropes and swathes of linen to evoke the vast landscapes and interior worlds of Hardy’s Wessex.

It is a story which still has extraordinary relevance for our times in its incredibly nuanced evocation of female relationships, sexual desire, consent, privilege and poverty.

This retelling captures the beauty, heartbreak and yearning of the novel and draws upon the incredible strength of the circus body to create a Tess as heroic as Hardy intended.

Ockham’s Razor produced by Turtle Key Arts.

Trailer

Reviews

★★★★ “Full of joy, wonder and delight.”

The Guardian

★★★★ “Captivating and exhilarating, this production is hypnotic and teeming with physical creativity. Unmissable.”

Everything Theatre

Tickets

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Booking information

Age guidance:12+

Dates & times:Tuesday 04 March at 7.30pmWednesday 05 March at 7.30pmThursday 06 March at 1.30pm

Warning:This production includes adult themes and scenes of a violent and sexual nature.

Duration:140 minutes, including an interval.

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford 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.

The 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.

The 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.

Oxford 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.

Discover more about Oxford Playhouse, including travel, access and venue information.

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Mendelssohn Octet
2025-03-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AZ
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Mendelssohn Octet

About Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Mendelssohn Octet

Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 2 in C minor, Op. 66

Mendelssohn String Octet in E flat major, Op. 20

Carmine Lauri violin

Tamás András violin

Jon Thorne viola

Mats Lidström cello

Soloists of Morningside Music Bridge, Boston

‘One of the miracles of nineteenth-century music’ is how the music critic Conrad Wilson described Mendelssohn’s Octet for Strings – the vivacious, brilliant, and nigh-on perfect work of the 16-year-old composer who had no models to draw on.

Soloists of the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra join distinguished alumni from the Morningside Music Bridge Festival for this performance of Mendelssohn’s joyous score, following the second of the composer’s piano trios, which finds the composer at his most impassioned and rhapsodic.

Morningside Music Bridge brings together the finest emerging artists to perform on an international stage and measure themselves against the very best young performers globally.

Young Artists’ Platform

Pre-concert recital 6.30pm

Tommaso Rusconi horn

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

Standard tickets – From £15.00

Students – From £5.00

Dates & times:

Monday 03 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Doors open at 7.00pm

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

6+

About the Sheldonian Theatre

Home 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.

To see an interactive map of the theatre, click here.

Find out more about the Sheldonian Theatre, including facilities, access and venue information.

Blazin' Fiddles
2025-03-03 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Blazin’ Fiddles

About Blazin’ Fiddles

One of the world’s most prolific fiddle groups, Blazin’ Fiddles formed for a one-off tour of the Scottish Highlands in 1999 and is still raising roofs far and wide well over two decades later.

Encompassing a rare and virtuosic selection of the fiddle’s diverse Highland and island voices, with ensemble and solo-led sets both backed by powerhouse guitar and piano, the Blazers pack all the power, passion, and sensitivity of Scotland’s traditional music, into a single show.

The four-fiddle frontline of Inverness’ Bruce MacGregor, Shetlander Jenna Reid, Nairn’s Rua Macmillan, and Orkney’s Kristan Harvey ignites atop second-to-none accompaniment from Anna Massie and Angus Lyon. Whatever the hall, whether of the Highland village or Royal Albert variety, they’ll turn it into the liveliest and warmest of hootenannies, setting the hearts of their audience alight.

Multiple winners of Scotland’s Folk Band of the Year, most recently in 2023, the six-piece has long been one of the country’s foremost and most recognisable folk groups, touring far beyond their deep northern roots.

Tickets

£24.00

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:£24.00

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:Monday 03 March 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The 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.

The 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.

It 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.

It is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise.

Discover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton, including travel, access and venue information.

CPD: Shakespeare in Action
2025-03-03 17:30 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
CPD: Shakespeare in Action

About CPD: Shakespeare in Action

Physical Theatre Approaches to Staging Macbeth

In this practical CPD workshop, Movement Director Emma Webb will guide participants in bringing Shakespeare’s Macbeth to life through physical theatre and movement.

By exploring themes and character relationships, Emma will demystify movement and provide accessible techniques to help overcome any fears of physical expression.

Based on feedback from local teachers, this session aims to boost confidence in adapting teaching methods. A guide to the techniques covered will be sent to participants afterward.

This workshop is designed for teachers and facilitators only. For more information, email learning@oxfordplayhouse.com.

Tickets

£25.00

Booking information

Ticket prices:£25.00

Date & time:Monday 03 March 2025 at 5.30pm

Running time:150 minutes

Location:Top Room, Oxford Playhouse

Session facilitator:Emma Webb

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford 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.

The 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.

The 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.

Oxford 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.

Discover more about Oxford Playhouse, including travel, access and venue information.

Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…
2025-03-02 19:45 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…

About Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…

Paddy McGuinness, one of the country’s best-loved and most popular comedians, has announced a major UK tour, his first since 2016!

Starting from October, Paddy’s long-awaited return to stand-up will see him perform 40 dates across the UK in 2024 and 2025.

Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…

Paddy McGuinness is a much-loved presence on British TV, from his legendary acting roles in Phoenix Nights, Max and Paddy and The Keith and Paddy Picture Show to presenting primetime TV shows such as Take Me Out and BBC’s Top Gear, as well as having sold out hundreds of venues across the country on his stand-up tours.

In 2021, Paddy released his acclaimed autobiography My Lifey. Now Paddy is raring to get back to where he belongs – on stage, making people laugh, with his hotly anticipated show.

Tickets

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee.

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Duration:This show has an interval.

Doors open: 7.00pm

Location:Main auditorium

Age guidance:15+Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult 18+

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

See other shows at this venue

Jesus Christ Superstar Live Screening
2025-03-02 19:00 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Jesus Christ Superstar Live Screening

About Jesus Christ Superstar Live Screening

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock classic Jesus Christ Superstar returns to its roots with this sensational performance filmed in the UK during the Live Arena Tour.

An incredible cast including Tim Minchin as Judas Iscariot, Melanie Chisholm as Mary Magdalene, Chris Moyles as King Herod, and Ben Forster as Jesus Christ, perform hit songs including I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Gethsemane, Heaven on Their Minds, Everything’s Alright, King Herod’s Song and Superstar in an exciting and contemporary interpretation.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £14.85

No transaction fees

Dates & times:

Sunday 02 March 2025 at 7.00pm

Location:

Norman Bragg Studio

Age guidance:

12+

Warning:

This film contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.

Content notice:

This is a screening of the show, not a live performance.

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: St. Matthew Passion
2025-03-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AZ
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: St. Matthew Passion

About Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: St. Matthew Passion

Bach St Matthew Passion, BWV 244

Nicholas Mulroy evangelist

Ashley Riches christus

Julia Doyle soprano

Helen Charlston mezzo-soprano

Guy Cutting tenor

Michael Mofidian bass-baritone

Choir of The Queen’s College, Oxford

The Boys of Radley College

Owen Rees conductor

On 11 April 1727, Bach’s day-to-day industry delivered what many consider to be his masterpiece: his ‘great passion’ after St Matthew’s Gospel. Bach didn’t generally write for posterity, but even he sensed this piece might outlive him, making special efforts to make his musical telling of Christ’s final days on earth sing with divinity and speak with humanity.

The choir of The Queen’s College, Oxford, and the boy choristers of Radley College join the Orchestra and handpicked soloists for this performance under Owen Rees of the composition able, in the words of Sir Nicholas Kenyon, ‘to reach beyond sectarianism and even beyond religious observance, to say something to the whole of humanity’.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

Standard tickets – From £18.00

Students – From £5.00

Dates & times:

Sunday 02 March 2025 at 6.00pm

Doors open at 5.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 50 minutes, including an interval

Age guidance:

6+

About the Sheldonian Theatre

Home 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.

To see an interactive map of the theatre, click here.

Find out more about the Sheldonian Theatre, including facilities, access and venue information.

Oxford Coffee Concerts: Ferdinand Piano Trio
2025-03-02 11:15 - 12:15 | Holywell Music Room, Holywell Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3SD
Oxford Coffee Concerts: Ferdinand Piano Trio

About Oxford Coffee Concerts: Ferdinand Piano Trio

Oxford Coffee Concerts

Schumann: Piano Trio no 2 in F major, op 80

Henze: Adagio Adagio

Mendelssohn: Piano Trio no 1 in D minor, op 49 no 1

This superb series of chamber music concerts was established in 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe.

The concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:Full price – £15.00Ages 11 to 17 – £7.50Full Time Student (ID req) – £7.50

Tickets are free for children aged 5 and 10 when accompanied by an adult.

Dates & times:Sunday 02 March 2025 at 11.15amDoors open at 11.00am

Running time:60 minutes

Age guidance:5+

About Holywell Music Room

The Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street, close to the heart of the University of Oxford, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere.

Often considered the first dedicated music venue in England, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience.

The venue remains an active hub for musical performances, regularly showcasing chamber music, solo recitals, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance.

Visit the venue information page for further details.

South Oxford Farmers and Community Market
2025-03-02 10:00 - 14:00 | South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4RP
South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

About the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

The South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is a weekly market selling local, seasonal food and non-food goods.

‘Local’ means produced within a 30-mile radius of Oxford and ‘produced’ means containing a significant quantity of local ingredients and labour although locality rules do not necessarily apply to ethical enterprises such as Fairtrade or similar organisations.

The market also supports the resale of locally-sourced second-hand products such as books and clothing.

The market is held every Sunday from 10.00am to noon in the courtyard of the South Oxford Community Centre on Lake Street.

Weekly/regular vendors include:

Natural Bread Company

Clays Organic Vegetables

Brill Organic Vegetables

Eadles of Beckley

Sofacoma Wholefoods

Celia’s Bakery

FAI Eggs

Raffaele Pepe

Jericho Coffee Traders

The South Oxford Farmers and Community Market is an initiative of the Low Carbon South Oxford (LCSO) Community Action Group, and it is run by a small group of dedicated volunteers – all residents of South Oxford.

Sobell House Hospice Winter Walk 2025
2025-03-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Blenheim Park, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1PP
Sobell House Hospice Winter Walk at Blenheim Palace

About Sobell House Hospice Winter Walk 2025

Oxfordshire’s much-loved Winter Walk is back at Blenheim Palace in Woodstock for 2025, take in the stunning palace scenery as you walk around the Queen’s Pool.

This year, you have the choice of two walking routes – 2.5 or 4.8 miles – which are both accessible for wheelchair and pushchair users. You can decide on the day which route you’d prefer to take.

Dogs are welcome to take part on a lead and there is free parking available.

On arrival, coffee and crêpe carts will be on offer to help fuel your walk. At 9.45am there will be a short Zumba warm-up session before setting off at 10.00am to music from Get Radio.

Hot food and refreshments will also be available once you’ve crossed the finish line. All walkers receive a medal for taking part, and your ticket gives you entry to the Blenheim Estate and Walled Garden for the day.

All money raised will go to Sobell House Hospice Charity. At any given time, Sobell House Hospice cares for around 650 people across Oxfordshire at home, in its inpatient unit, in the local hospitals, and through its Living Well service.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices: Adults – £22.00Children 5 to 12 years – £12.00Children under 5 years – Free

If you would prefer to buy your tickets on the day, the organisers can accept cash or card, but please ensure you leave enough time to register and pay before the walk starts at 10.00am (gates open at 9.00am).

Time:Gates open at 9.00am, walk starts at 10.00am

Purcell's The Fairy Queen
2025-03-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Keble College Chapel, Oxford, Keble College, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3PG
Purcell’s The Fairy Queen

About Purcell’s The Fairy Queen

In the climax of this year’s festival, Keble Chapel Choir is joined by the Instruments of Time and Truth and a stellar cast of young soloists in Purcell’s feted take on Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, in a semi-staged production by Nicholas Heath, directed by Christian Wilson.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

Standard tickets: £30.00 – £40.00

Students: £10.00

Dates & times:

Saturday 01 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Doors open at 6.45pm

Running time:

2 hours, including an interval

Josh Widdicombe - Work in Progress
2025-03-01 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Josh Widdicombe – Work in Progress

About Josh Widdicombe – Work in Progress

Tickets for Josh Widdicombe are now sold out. Please contact the Box Office to be added to a waiting list for any returns.

Join Josh as he warms up ahead of his brand-new nationwide tour this year.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:£17.00

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Age guidance:14+

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The 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.

The 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.

It 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.

It is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise.

Discover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton, including travel, access and venue information.

Diana and Lionel – Endless Love The Show
2025-03-01 19:30 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
Diana and Lionel – Endless Love The Show

About Diana and Lionel – Endless Love The Show

Starring a sensational cast, incredible vocals, and a stellar live band, Endless Love is the ultimate feel-good night out and it celebrates the two legendary artistes Diana Ross and Lionel Richie.

The show is packed with Motown classics and timeless smash hits such as I’m Coming Out, Dancing On The Ceiling, Upside Down, Say You Say Me, Chain Reaction, All Night Long, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, Hello, Can’t Hurry Love and of course the Number one duet of all time – Endless Love plus many more.

Featuring authentic live arrangements taken from both Lionel’s and Diana’s original touring shows, Endless Love is an electrifying, joyful, and emotional rollercoaster guaranteed to get you singing along and on your feet!

This wonderfully produced show brilliantly captures the glitz, glamour, and sentiment of soaring love songs and guarantees to have audiences rocking out to 80s classics and gettin’ down to outright dancefloor fillers.

You already know the words… So, singing voices at the ready and dancing shoes on, grab your tickets, and let’s party All Night Long!

Tickets

Booking information

Ticket prices:From £30.00

Dates & times:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 7.30pm

About The Mill Arts Centre

The Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area.

As the only dedicated arts provision in the area, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality, varied artistic, educational and participatory programme.

It plays a significant role in the town’s cultural, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms.

The Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, film, workshops and classes. Alongside this, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations.

You can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre, art studio, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire.

Discover more about The Mill Arts Centre, including travel, access and venue information.

The Bracknall
2025-03-01 18:30 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
The Bracknall

About The Bracknall

Romford-based rock group The Bracknall returns with their second album Falling Out Of View, taking influences from the likes of the Verve and Oasis to create indie rock songs that radiate big energy.

Tickets

£17.00

Booking information

Ticket prices:£17.00

A handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order.

Date & time:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 6.30pm

Curfew:10.00pm

Age guidance:

No under 8s.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

No smoking

Location:O2 Academy Oxford

Security – bag policy:Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm.

Ticket limits:Please note that there is a ticket limit of 4 tickets per person, per household, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit card number, or other information.

Ticket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge).

About O2 Academy Oxford

The 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.

Since 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.

Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa
2025-03-01 18:30 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa

About Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa

Scotland’s Pygmy Twylyte was formed in 2018, and delighted audiences with a core body of classic Frank Zappa material, complemented by a rotation of more obscure cuts.

With guitars, keyboards, saxes, and multiple vocalists, the band presents several of Zappa’s most memorable touring lineups.

Tickets

£17.00

Booking information

Ticket prices:£17.00

A handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order.

Date & time:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 6.30pm

Curfew:10.00pm

Age guidance:

8+.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

No smoking

Location:O2 Academy2 Oxford

Security – bag policy:Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15 cm

Ticket limits:Please note that there is a ticket limit of 4 tickets per person, per household, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit card number, or other information.

Ticket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge).

About O2 Academy Oxford

The 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.

Since 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.

The Rise of Cremona: Virgil and the Violin
2025-03-01 12:00 - 13:00 | O’Reilly Theatre, Oxford, Keble College, Blackhall Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3PG
The Rise of Cremona: Virgil and the Violin

About The Rise of Cremona: Virgil and the Violin

Benjamin Hebbert, one of the world’s leading violin experts, explores the rise of Cremona as the centre for instrument-making through the work of Andrea Amati during the latter half of the 16th century.

The lecture will focus on Amati’s earliest violin (1564) now held at the Ashmolean as well as a presentation (with live performance) of the earliest Amati violin in private ownership (1572), both made for Catherine de Medici’s musicians.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

Standard tickets – £10.00

Students – £5.00

Dates & times:

Saturday 01 March 2025 at 12.00pm

Doors open at 11.30am

Running time:

60 minutes

East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market
2025-03-01 10:00 - 13:00 | East Oxford Primary School, Union Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1JP
East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

About the East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

The East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a small, friendly local market with plenty of fresh food, delicious sweet and savoury takeaways, dried foods, and a plant-based café. The market also features stalls non-food stalls selling antiques, scarves and shawls, non-plastic household goods, and makeup, plus cleaners and detergents.

The majority of the producers are from within 30 miles of Oxford.

The market began in August 2006 with just six stalls, and it has since grown into a local institution. Today, regular stalls include:

Mighty Pie Co – artisan traditional hand made meat & vegetarian flat & raised pies made from local ingredients

Crudges Cheese – a range of cheeses hand made by ethical & sustainable cheese makers known personally to award-winning Crudges

Willowbrook Farm – free-range chicken, lamb, beef, organic eggs & local honey

Natural Bread – handcrafted speciality breads

Mrs B’s Antiques – antique jewellery & vintage household goods

Jericho Coffee Traders – premium coffee roasted in Jericho & served from a vivid turquoise tuk-tuk

Jason’s Book Box – second-hand books

Sandy Lane Farm – seasonal, fresh, local organic fruit & veg, lamb & pork

SESI Food & Detergent Filling Station – refilling empty containers for fairtrade, organic dried foods; household detergents & hair-care products

The market also has a cafe which runs each week selling delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and fair-trade teas and coffee. This is a lovely place to meet up and take a break from shopping.

The market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside.

The East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market is a non-profit making organisation (a Society for the Benefit of the Community). It is run by a committee and a group of volunteers.

Getting there

The market takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm at East Oxford Primary School. Head down Cowley Road until you reach Tesco – the school borders on the car park directly behind it.

The Gin to My Tonic Festival
2025-03-01 00:00 - 23:59 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
The Gin to My Tonic Festival

About The Gin to My Tonic Festival

Take a ‘spirited’ adventure with the UK’s Best Craft Gin & Spirit Festival – which includes Lemonade. We are uniting hundreds of different craft gins and spirits under one roof to create what can only be described as one epic celebration!

Our aim is simple – to celebrate and raise awareness of fabulous craft gins, spirits, and distillers, introduce you to new gins, rums, and vodkas you may not have discovered before, and let you enjoy tasting samples as part of your tickets from an array on onsite craft distillers all excited to meet with you. Sampling is all part of the fun, and we are proud to be regarded as the ‘festival of choice’ for the craft gin industry.

It means we will always have the very best producers ready and waiting to sample with you, which in turn will always ensure you leave suitably inspired and more knowledgeable than before.

Beyond the extensive sampling, we have well-stocked bars with hundreds of different craft gins and spirits to tantalise you with. Whilst gin is proudly showcased on our menus, we now offer so much more than just gin with rum, vodka, tequila, cocktails, prosecco, and even beer on offer! The festival is enriched further by fabulous LIVE music and entertainment guaranteed to lift your spirits.

Whether you are a budding enthusiast or seasoned connoisseur, you are guaranteed the perfect craft gin and spirit-filled day out with The Gin To My Tonic!

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:

From £19.25

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £2.25

Dates:

Saturday 01 March 2025

Session times:

Noon to 4.00pm and 6.00pm – 10.00pm

Your ticket provides you with guaranteed entry to the session of your choosing, along with all the fantastic goodies detailed within your ticket. We are proud to say that stainless steel sampling cups are a new addition, giving you a fabulous keepsake that empowers you to be more sustainable when sampling with our onsite craft distillers.

The bar itself will operate on a token system with each spirit severed with a 35ml measure (bigger than a single), garnish, and appropriate mixer. Tokens are sold in blocks of four but can be shared and split between your group. Cash and card payments are accepted.

Running time:

4 hours

Location:

Main auditorium

Age guidance:

18+

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.

Opened 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.

Designed 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.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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The Little Mermaid
2025-03-01 00:00 - 23:59 | Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames, 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BP
The Little Mermaid

About The Little Mermaid

Following the success of “Alice in Wonderland”, multi-award-nominated Immersion Theatre invites you on a vibrant underwater adventure like no other in their most spectacular and fantastical family musical yet, The Little Mermaid!

Packed with dazzling sets, colourful characters, astounding choreography, original music, and heaps of audience participation, this brand-new adaptation sees the adventurous Little Mermaid embark on an unforgettable adventure as the wonders of the sea burst onto the stage in a magical experience that will have audiences of all ages enchanted and enthralled from start to FIN-ish!

Guaranteed to make a splash with the whole family, this energetic and shrimp-ly sensational musical extravaganza promises a whale of a time whether you’re 4 or 104!

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:Adult – £16.00Under 16s – £14.00

Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.

Dates & times:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 1.00pm and 4.00pm

Running time:1 hour 40 minutes

Age guidance:4+

About Kenton Theatre

Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.

The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.

The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.

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Primary School Assembly Bangers
2025-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames, 19 New Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BP
Primary School Assembly Bangers

About Primary School Assembly Bangers

Join James for an evening of pure nostalgia, stepping back in time with some joyous singalong tunes to take you back to your Primary School days.

You won’t have to sit cross-legged on the school hall floor, but you will be encouraged to sing along! As well as the assembly bangers, there will be other musical surprises, throwback mashups, and comic reflections on growing up in the 90s.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Tickets prices:All tickets £19.50

Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.25 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.

Dates & times:Friday 28 February 2025 at 7.30pm

Running time:2 hours

About Kenton Theatre

Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.

The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.

The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.

Discover more about the Kenton Theatre, including travel, access and venue information.

Helen Charlston & Friends: I Love and I Must
2025-02-28 19:30 - 21:15 | Keble College Chapel, Oxford, Keble College, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3PG
Helen Charlston & Friends: I Love and I Must

About Helen Charlston & Friends: I Love and I Must

Fly alongside Purcell, Strozzi, Charpentier, and Monteverdi in the pursuit of love. Recent Gramophone and BBC Music Magazine award winner, BBC New Generation Artist, and winner of the London Handel Competition 2018, Helen Charlston’s rise in the realms of early music has been nothing short of meteoric. She is joined by harpsichordist Julian Perkins, bass viol Jonathan Manson, and theorbist Bill Carter in a programme of 16th and 17th-century songs.

Tickets

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Booking information

Tickets prices:

Standard tickets: £25.00 – £35.00

Students: £10.00

Dates & times:

Friday 28 March 2025 at 7.30pm

Doors open at 7.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 45 minutes, including an interval
