BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.15.20//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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260315T235959 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20251121T002047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T144124Z UID:10011683-1740787200-1773619199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe DESCRIPTION:Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe\n\n\n\nThis free exhibition examines the power of portraits in shaping the image of three contemporaneous rulers: Fath Ali Shah Qajar (1797–1834)\, King George III (1760–1820)\, and Napoleon Bonaparte (1799–1814)\, offering a fascinating reflection on the role of imagery in both personal and political life. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing works on different media from Iran\, Britain\, and France\, the display reveals the strategies these leaders and their image-makers used to convey authority\, ambition\, and personality. \n\n\n\nFor the first time in over a century\, the exhibition also presents two recently restored Qajar paintings\, alongside insights from their conservation discoveries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking informatio\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nGallery 29 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSelected artworks on display\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Seated Portrait of Fath Ali Shah of Iran retouched & conserved\, about 1798\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Portrait of a setar player\, 1797–1798. Detail from the retouched and conserved portrait of a setar player\, signed Mirza Muhammad\, oil on canvas © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Portrait of King George III\, after 1800. Engraving by Anthony Cardon\, after William Beechey © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Miniature Portrait of Napoleon I\, 19th century. Watercolour on ivory miniature by Jean-Baptiste Isabey © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Caricature of George III as Cheyt Singh\, about 1786. Hand-coloured engraving © Ashmolean Museum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Mirror case depicting Fath ‘Ali Shah’. Carved ivory mirror case from Iran by Muhammad Ali © Ashmolean Museum URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/images-of-authority-portraits-between-iran-and-europe/ LOCATION:Ashmolean Museum\, 35 Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2PH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/images-of-authority-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550824;-1.2611489 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ashmolean Museum 35 Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2PH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2611489,51.7550824 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250131T231135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T231138Z UID:10010124-1740830400-1740834000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Rise of Cremona: Virgil and the Violin DESCRIPTION:The Rise of Cremona: Virgil and the Violin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Rise of Cremona: Virgil and the Violin\n\n\n\nBenjamin 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nStandard tickets – £10.00 \n\n\n\nStudents – £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 01 March 2025 at 12.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n60 minutes URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-rise-of-cremona-virgil-and-the-violin/ LOCATION:O’Reilly Theatre\, Oxford\, Keble College\, Blackhall Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3PG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Rise-of-Cremona-Virgil-and-the-Violin.webp GEO:51.7588355;-1.257954 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O’Reilly Theatre Oxford Keble College Blackhall Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3PG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Keble College\, Blackhall Road:geo:-1.257954,51.7588355 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T183000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20241129T155521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T085219Z UID:10009744-1740853800-1740853800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa DESCRIPTION:Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa\n\n\n\nScotland’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.  \n\n\n\nWith guitars\, keyboards\, saxes\, and multiple vocalists\, the band presents several of Zappa’s most memorable touring lineups. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£17.00 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£17.00 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\n8+.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nNo smoking\n\n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy2 Oxford \n\n\n\nSecurity – 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 \n\n\n\nTicket 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. \n\n\n\nTicket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/pygmy-twylyte-perform-the-music-of-frank-zappa/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/9e84c13b-ba7e-4ed8-854f-d22578e314bd.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:20250301T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T183000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20241129T155657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T105302Z UID:10009745-1740853800-1740853800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Bracknall DESCRIPTION:The Bracknall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Bracknall\n\n\n\nRomford-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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£17.00 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£17.00 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nNo under 8s.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nNo smoking\n\n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy Oxford \n\n\n\nSecurity – 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. \n\n\n\nTicket 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. \n\n\n\nTicket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-bracknall/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/1790f227-9424-4956-a062-1f361d3b83b7.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:20250301T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20241231T135124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T105549Z UID:10009845-1740857400-1740857400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Diana and Lionel – Endless Love The Show DESCRIPTION:Diana and Lionel – Endless Love The Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Diana and Lionel – Endless Love The Show\n\n\n\nStarring 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nFeaturing 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! \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nYou already know the words… So\, singing voices at the ready and dancing shoes on\, grab your tickets\, and let’s party All Night Long! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £30.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/diana-and-lionel-endless-love-the-show/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/diana-and-lionel-endless-love-show-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250125T014511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T014513Z UID:10009917-1740857400-1740857400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Josh Widdicombe - Work in Progress DESCRIPTION:Josh Widdicombe – Work in Progress\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Josh Widdicombe – Work in Progress\n\n\n\nTickets for Josh Widdicombe are now sold out. Please contact the Box Office to be added to a waiting list for any returns. \n\n\n\nJoin Josh as he warms up ahead of his brand-new nationwide tour this year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:£17.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 01 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:14+ \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/josh-widdicombe-work-in-progress/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/JW_Edit_Jiksaw-007DSCF3410-Edit.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:20250301T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250131T231719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T231721Z UID:10010125-1740857400-1740864600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Purcell's The Fairy Queen DESCRIPTION:Purcell’s The Fairy Queen\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Purcell’s The Fairy Queen\n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nStandard tickets: £30.00 – £40.00 \n\n\n\nStudents: £10.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 01 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6.45pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/purcells-the-fairy-queen/ LOCATION:Keble College Chapel\, Oxford\, Keble College\, Parks Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3PG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Purcells-The-Fairy-Queen.webp GEO:51.7588355;-1.257954 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Keble College Chapel Oxford Keble College Parks Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3PG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Keble College\, Parks Road:geo:-1.257954,51.7588355 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20231108T161054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T105646Z UID:10006135-1740909600-1740920400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Sobell House Hospice Winter Walk 2025 DESCRIPTION:Sobell House Hospice Winter Walk at Blenheim Palace\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Sobell House Hospice Winter Walk 2025\n\n\n\nOxfordshire’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.  \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\n Dogs are welcome to take part on a lead and there is free parking available. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOn 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. \n\n\n\nHot 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. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAll 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. \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: Adults – £22.00Children 5 to 12 years – £12.00Children under 5 years – Free \n\n\n\nIf 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). \n\n\n\nTime:Gates open at 9.00am\, walk starts at 10.00am URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/sobell-house-hospice-winter-walk/ LOCATION:Blenheim Palace\, Woodstock\, Blenheim Park\, Woodstock\, Oxfordshire\, OX20 1PP CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/sobell-house-hospice-winter-walk-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:20250302T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T210000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250131T233329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T154319Z UID:10010132-1740938400-1740949200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: St. Matthew Passion DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: St. Matthew Passion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: St. Matthew Passion\n\n\n\nBach St Matthew Passion\, BWV 244 \n\n\n\nNicholas Mulroy evangelist \n\n\n\nAshley Riches christus \n\n\n\nJulia Doyle soprano \n\n\n\nHelen Charlston mezzo-soprano \n\n\n\nGuy Cutting tenor \n\n\n\nMichael Mofidian bass-baritone \n\n\n\nChoir of The Queen’s College\, Oxford \n\n\n\nThe Boys of Radley College \n\n\n\nOwen Rees conductor \n\n\n\nOn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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’. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nStandard tickets – From £18.00 \n\n\n\nStudents – From £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 02 March 2025 at 6.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 50 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n6+ \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-st-matthew-passion/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-choir-of-the-queens-college-oxford.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:20250302T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250221T223728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T223924Z UID:10010243-1740942000-1740942000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Jesus Christ Superstar Live Screening DESCRIPTION:Jesus Christ Superstar Live Screening\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jesus Christ Superstar Live Screening\n\n\n\nTim 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. \n\n\n\nAn 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £14.85 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 02 March 2025 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\nWarning: \n\n\n\nThis film contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy. \n\n\n\nContent notice: \n\n\n\nThis is a screening of the show\, not a live performance. \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/jesus-christ-superstar-live-screening/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Jesus-Christ-Superstar-Live-Screening.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:20250302T194500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250302T194500 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250210T203508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T211904Z UID:10010170-1740944700-1740944700@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There… DESCRIPTION:Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…\n\n\n\nPaddy McGuinness\, one of the country’s best-loved and most popular comedians\, has announced a major UK tour\, his first since 2016! \n\n\n\nStarting from October\, Paddy’s long-awaited return to stand-up will see him perform 40 dates across the UK in 2024 and 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaddy McGuinness: Nearly There…\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaddy 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. \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee. \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDuration:This show has an interval. \n\n\n\nDoors open: 7.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation:Main auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance:15+Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult 18+ \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/paddy-mcguinness-nearly-there-2/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/paddy-mcguinness-nearly-there-01-1920x1080-1.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:20250303T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T173000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20241207T152932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T153012Z UID:10009780-1741023000-1741023000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:CPD: Shakespeare in Action DESCRIPTION:CPD: Shakespeare in Action\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout CPD: Shakespeare in Action\n\n\n\nPhysical Theatre Approaches to Staging Macbeth \n\n\n\nIn this practical CPD workshop\, Movement Director Emma Webb will guide participants in bringing Shakespeare’s Macbeth to life through physical theatre and movement. \n\n\n\nBy exploring themes and character relationships\, Emma will demystify movement and provide accessible techniques to help overcome any fears of physical expression. \n\n\n\nBased 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. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for teachers and facilitators only. For more information\, email learning@oxfordplayhouse.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£25.00 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£25.00 \n\n\n\nDate & time:Monday 03 March 2025 at 5.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:150 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation:Top Room\, Oxford Playhouse \n\n\n\nSession facilitator:Emma Webb \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/cpd-shakespeare-in-action/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Voice-workshop-3_2024-03-19-134839_sylp.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:20250303T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250125T214302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T214305Z UID:10009918-1741030200-1741030200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Blazin' Fiddles DESCRIPTION:Blazin’ Fiddles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Blazin’ Fiddles\n\n\n\nOne 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. \n\n\n\nEncompassing 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nMultiple 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£24.00 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:£24.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Monday 03 March 2025 at 7.30pm \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/blazin-fiddles/ 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/Blazin-Fiddles.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:20250303T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250303T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250131T234005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T234007Z UID:10010133-1741030200-1741037400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Mendelssohn Octet DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Mendelssohn Octet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Mendelssohn Octet\n\n\n\nMendelssohn Piano Trio No. 2 in C minor\, Op. 66 \n\n\n\nMendelssohn String Octet in E flat major\, Op. 20 \n\n\n\nCarmine Lauri violin \n\n\n\nTamás András violin \n\n\n\nJon Thorne viola \n\n\n\nMats Lidström cello \n\n\n\nSoloists of Morningside Music Bridge\, Boston \n\n\n\n‘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. \n\n\n\nSoloists 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. \n\n\n\nMorningside Music Bridge brings together the finest emerging artists to perform on an international stage and measure themselves against the very best young performers globally. \n\n\n\nYoung Artists’ Platform \n\n\n\nPre-concert recital 6.30pm \n\n\n\nTommaso Rusconi horn \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nStandard tickets – From £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudents – From £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 03 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n6+ \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-mendelssohn-octet/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Philharmonic-Orchestra-Mendelssohn-Octet.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:20250304T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T235959 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20240117T175158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T105820Z UID:10006326-1741046400-1741305599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Tess DESCRIPTION:Tess by Turtle Key Arts\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Tess\n\n\n\nFollowing 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. \n\n\n\nAn ensemble of performers weave together Hardy’s words and the extreme physicality of circus to tell this tale of power\, loss and endurance. \n\n\n\nAgainst 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. \n\n\n\nIt 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nOckham’s Razor produced by Turtle Key Arts. \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★★★★ “Full of joy\, wonder and delight.” \n\n\n\nThe Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n★★★★ “Captivating and exhilarating\, this production is hypnotic and teeming with physical creativity. Unmissable.” \n\n\n\nEverything Theatre \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\nDates & times:Tuesday 04 March at 7.30pmWednesday 05 March at 7.30pmThursday 06 March at 1.30pm \n\n\n\nWarning:This production includes adult themes and scenes of a violent and sexual nature. \n\n\n\nDuration:140 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/tess/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tess-01-1600x900-1.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250125T214352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T214433Z UID:10009919-1741203000-1741203000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Posting Letters to the Moon DESCRIPTION:Posting Letters to the Moon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Posting Letters to the Moon\n\n\n\nA 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. \n\n\n\nNot only are the letters highly engaging\, but they also provide a fascinating historical insight into that time of true austerity and fearfulness. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nwww.postingletterstothemoon.com \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the opportunity to see Brief Encounter on the big screen at The Theatre – for more information click here. \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“… simply spellbinding performance…revealing an abundance of love and affection between ordinary people caught in extraordinary times… a theatrical gem.”  \n\n\n\nBritish Theatre Guide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£18.50 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:£18.50 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 05 March 2025 at 7.30pm \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/posting-letters-to-the-moon/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Posting-Letters-To-The-Moon-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:20250305T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T210000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250203T082933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T082936Z UID:10010068-1741203000-1741208400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Paul McKenna: Power Manifesting DESCRIPTION:Paul McKenna: Power Manifesting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Paul McKenna: Power Manifesting\n\n\n\nWould you like to have the life of your dreams? \n\n\n\nGreat health \n\n\n\nAmazing relationships \n\n\n\nA fantastic career \n\n\n\nSignificant wealth \n\n\n\nReal happiness \n\n\n\n..then this live coaching event is for you! \n\n\n\nMillions 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’. \n\n\n\nUsing 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! \n\n\n\nIf 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. \n\n\n\nThrough 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! \n\n\n\nThis will be Paul’s final UK tour. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:All tickets £52.75 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 05 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour 30 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:15+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/paul-mckenna-power-manifesting/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Paul-McKenna-Power-Manifesting.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20250131T233812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T233815Z UID:10010134-1741203000-1741210200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sir András Schiff DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sir András Schiff\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Sir András Schiff\n\n\n\nBach Die Kunst der Fuge\, BWV 1080 \n\n\n\nSir András Schiff piano \n\n\n\nSir 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. \n\n\n\nThe result is a work of immense richness\, imagination\, and possibility that a great friend of Oxford\, Schiff\, will perform at the Sheldonian Theatre. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nStandard tickets – From £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudent – From £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 05 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n6+ \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-sir-andras-schiff/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/sir-andras-schiff.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:20250306T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082242 CREATED:20241116T094829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T105914Z UID:10009629-1741289400-1741289400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway? DESCRIPTION:Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?\n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nNina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNina 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! \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReview\n\n\n\n\n“Laughs will definitely ensue” \n\n\n\nNew York Times \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £21.88 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of up to £3.95. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDate: \n\n\n\nThursday 06 March 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: \n\n\n\n7.30pm\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n“Richly entertaining\, joyfully funny chaos.” \n\n\n\n★★★★ \n\n\n\nGuardian \n\n\n\n\n\n“It’s genius… gut-bustingly funny.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nTelegraph \n\n\n\n\n\n“Outstanding! High-level comedy craftsmanship.” \n\n\n\n★★★★ \n\n\n\nTimes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThere has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836\, and a second in 1886. In 1934\, the third New Theatre opened. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals. \n\n\n\nOn performance days\, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday\, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts. \n\n\n\nThere is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer\, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks. \n\n\n\nThere is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed\, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nina-conti-whose-face-is-it-anyway/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/NinaConti_prod_shot_1920x1080.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2AG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24-26 George Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20241231T135317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T135322Z UID:10009846-1741289400-1741289400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Fluff DESCRIPTION:Fluff\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Fluff\n\n\n\nIt’s time for Fluff to do the ultimate puzzle… her life. \n\n\n\nBut 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. \n\n\n\nAs 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. \n\n\n\nWinner 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. \n\n\n\nFluff is proud to be supported by the Arts Council England\, W3RT\, Alzheimer’s Society\, Trauma Breakthrough UK\, and Herts Musical Memories. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\nWinner – Best Performance and Best New Piece at Birmingham Fringe Festival 2023 \n\n\n\nWinner – Best Theatre Production at the Buxton Fringe Festival 2024 \n\n\n\n\n“A thoughtful piece of theatre that bounces between past and present seemingly effortlessly\, it held my attention from beginning to end.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nLondonTheatre1 \n\n\n\n\n\n“A stirring narrative that’ll keep you hooked.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nTheatre & Tonic \n\n\n\n\n\n“Tayla Kenyon is compelling.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Upcoming \n\n\n\n\n\n“Not just a fluff piece – this show has grit.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBum On A Seat \n\n\n\n\n\n“A thought-provoking piece of theatre.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\n1ShowMore \n\n\n\n\n\n“Cleverly structured and immaculately performed.” \n\n\n\nThe Reviews Hub \n\n\n\n\n\n“I was left with a sense of sadness and nostalgia. A reflection on an illness that so many people have\, will have\, or experiencing.” \n\n\n\nRedbrick Culture \n\n\n\n\n\n“Fluff is a thought-provoking performance. A very poignant piece of theatre.” \n\n\n\nThe Amazing Adventures of Me Blog post \n\n\n\n\n\n“It doesn’t fail to capture you with its immediacy and move you in painful but welcome ways.” \n\n\n\nStageylady \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £18.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/fluff/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/500808e0-b8a0-4246-a7f3-a71070bdc232.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250221T224150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T224153Z UID:10010244-1741289400-1741289400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Connor Burns: 1994 DESCRIPTION:Connor Burns: 1994\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Connor Burns: 1994\n\n\n\nFrom 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. \n\n\n\nA prolific joke writer\, his Scottish-level cynicism and self-deprecation punctuate a disarmingly relaxed persona and an intelligent\, razor-sharp wit. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £20.63 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n16+ \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/connor-burns-1994/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Connor-Burns-1994.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:20250306T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250301T174530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T174533Z UID:10010426-1741289400-1741289400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest DESCRIPTION:NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest\n\n\n\nThree-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. \n\n\n\nWhile 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. \n\n\n\nMax Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity\, impersonation\, and romance\, filmed live from the National Theatre in London. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed and captioned screening of this NTLive show on Saturday 22 March at 2.30pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £15.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £13.50 \n\n\n\nMembers – £12.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nAuditorium \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/nt-live-the-importance-of-being-earnest/2025-03-06/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/NT-Live-TIOBE.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:20250306T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T220000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250125T214540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T214606Z UID:10009920-1741289400-1741298400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Count of Monte Cristo DESCRIPTION:The Count of Monte Cristo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Count of Monte Cristo\n\n\n\nAlexandre 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nExpect 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. \n\n\n\nThe Count of Monte Cristo is an epic tale of vengeance\, redemption\, and how far one man will go for justice. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£15.00 – £18.00 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:Standard tickets – £18.00Concessions – £15.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 06 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:2 hours 30 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:8+ \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/the-count-of-monte-cristo/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Count-of-Monte-Cristo.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:20250306T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250203T083111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T083114Z UID:10010069-1741291200-1741291200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Josh Berry: Best Man DESCRIPTION:Josh Berry: Best Man\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Josh Berry: Best Man\n\n\n\nJosh Berry: Best Man – The Stand-Up Show about Modern Masculinity \n\n\n\nIt’s clear what toxic masculinity is\, but what does positive masculinity look like in a modern context? \n\n\n\nJosh 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. \n\n\n\nThere’s also a routine about how much Josh hates runners and refuses to become one. \n\n\n\nN.B. Josh has since entered a half marathon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:All tickets £19.25 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 06 March 2025 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:16+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/josh-berry-best-man/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Josh-Berry-Best-Man.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T235959 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20241214T133221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T101251Z UID:10009781-1741305600-1741478399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Hansel & Gretel DESCRIPTION:Hansel & Gretel\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hansel & Gretel\n\n\n\nChoreographed by George Liang and Harris Beattie \n\n\n\nSet Design by Ali Allen \n\n\n\nComposed by Colin Scott \n\n\n\nCome on an enchanting adventure in Northern Ballet’s brand-new children’s ballet Hansel & Gretel. \n\n\n\nIn this reimagined classic\, Hansel & Gretel take a walk through the woods\, unaware of the damage they leave behind. But when they get lost\, they meet a host of spirited friends who teach them how we can all better look after the planet – and have some fun along the way! \n\n\n\nFollowing Tortoise & the Hare\, Northern Ballet returns with another magical ballet for children bringing a much-loved fairy tale to life with bold sets\, bright costumes\, and brilliant live music and dance – the perfect way for you and your child to experience the wonder of ballet together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom £16.00 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets:Adults – £18.00Children – £16.00 \n\n\n\nFree lap tickets are available to book for babies under 18 months. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 07 at 2.00pm and 4.00pmSaturday 08 March 2025 at 11.00am and 1.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:40 minutes \n\n\n\nAge Guidance:3+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/hansel-gretel/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-hansel-gretel-illustration-by-Emily-Nuttall.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:20250307T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250125T215129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T215132Z UID:10009921-1741374000-1741374000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Chipping Norton Music Festival: Youth Band Challenge DESCRIPTION:Chipping Norton Music Festival: Youth Band Challenge\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Chipping Norton Music Festival: Youth Band Challenge\n\n\n\nChipping Norton Music Festival returns to The Theatre for the opening event of the two-week programme – The Youth Band Challenge! \n\n\n\nFrom small combos to Big Bands\, don’t miss the chance to hear talented youngsters from around the county performing blues\, jazz\, and much more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£1.00 – £7.00 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:Standard tickets – £7.00Under 18s – £1.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 07 March 2025 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/chipping-norton-music-festival-youth-band-challenge/ 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/Music-Festival.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:20250307T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20230414T122947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T105939Z UID:10004765-1741375800-1741375800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Country Night in Nashville DESCRIPTION:A Country Night in Nashville\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Country Night in Nashville\n\n\n\nDirect from The Royal Albert Hall\, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville\, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. \n\n\n\nPrepare to be transported on a musical journey through the history of Country\, featuring songs from its biggest stars\, both past and present. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHits from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson\, Dolly to The Chicks\, and Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves are showcased by the amazing Dominic Halpin and the Hurricanes. \n\n\n\nWith songs including Ring Of Fire\, Crazy\, Follow Your Arrow\, It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere\, Need You Now\, 9-5\, and The Gambler\, to name just a few\, this incredible celebration of country music is a night not to be missed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudience reviews\n\n\n\n\n“Loved every moment. Thank you so much.” \n\n\n\n\n\n“A truly\, truly amazing\, awesome show” \n\n\n\n\n\n“What a fantastic night – can’t wait to see you again.” \n\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\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £27.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\nDate: \n\n\n\nFriday 7 March 2025 \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 25 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThere has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836\, and a second in 1886. In 1934\, the third New Theatre opened. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals. \n\n\n\nOn performance days\, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday\, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts. \n\n\n\nThere is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer\, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks. \n\n\n\nThere is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed\, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-country-night-in-nashville/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/a-country-night-in-nashville-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2AG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24-26 George Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250221T224248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T110044Z UID:10010245-1741375800-1741375800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Blossoms DESCRIPTION:Blossoms\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Blossoms\n\n\n\nBlossoms are back due to popular demand after their sell-out Ribbon Around the Bomb show in November 2022. \n\n\n\nBlossoms will play their only UK date in the first three months of 2025 in Aylesbury as a special one-off warm-up date for their Australian tour with Kasabian. \n\n\n\nBlossoms\n\n\n\nTheir latest album Gary went straight to No 1 in the UK album chart in the first week of release on 27 September 2024. This was the band’s fourth UK No 1 album the other three being Blossoms (2016)\, Foolish Loving Spaces (2020)\, and Ribbon Around the Bomb (2022). \n\n\n\nThe band from Stockport are Tom Ogden (lead vocals) Charlie Salt (bass)\, Josh Dewhurst (lead guitar)\, Joe Donovan (drums)\, and Myles Kellock (keyboards). \n\n\n\nWhen Tom was asked by the Manchester Evening News in August 2024\, what the best Blossoms gigs to date have been\, he answered “It’s always the random ones that stick in your mind….the band’s Pyramid Stage set at Glastonbury 2017 is a highlight\, Edgeley Park as well and the random nights in Hull and Aylesbury.” \n\n\n\nAt the 2022 Friars date\, they were awarded with Friars Aylesbury Heroes awards which they have referred to several times in their famous pubcasts which consist of hilarious banter between the band members. They did one pub cast from one of the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre dressing rooms wherein they voted the Waterside as No 1 for ‘best showers of the tour’. They have referred to Friars Aylesbury as a ‘Boss Gig’. \n\n\n\nOn Friday\, October 25 they appeared on The Graham Norton Show playing Gary from the new album. Gary is an 8-foot fibreglass gorilla that went missing from a Garden Centre in Scotland. One of Gary’s brothers can be seen at Aylesbury’s Hartwell Nursery in Stone! Who knew?! \n\n\n\nBook now and bring your own brothers to see this amazing new gig. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £52.08 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 07 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\nUnder 16s must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times and cannot be sat separately. No Under 8s permitted in the Standing area. \n\n\n\nMinimum age for standing tickets is 16. Minimum age for seated tickets is 8 accompanied by an 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/blossoms/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Blossoms1.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:20250307T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250203T083306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T083309Z UID:10010070-1741375800-1741383000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Paul Jones and the Denny Ilett Band DESCRIPTION:Paul Jones and the Denny Ilett Band\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Paul Jones and the Denny Ilett Band\n\n\n\nLead singer for Manfred Mann\, leader of The Blues Band\, star of stage and screen\, and presenter of the BBC Radio 2 Blues programme for thirty-two years; Paul Jones has been a household name since the 1960s. He is the voice of worldwide hits ‘Do Wah Diddy Diddy’\, ‘5-4-3-2-1’\, and ‘Pretty Flamingo’ and maintains a busy touring schedule as part of The Manfreds. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unmissable evening of blues. Paul is joined by Denny Ilett (guitar)\, Jim Watson (organ)\, and George Double (drums). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:All tickets £29.75 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 07 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour 55 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/paul-jones-and-the-denny-ilett-band/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Paul-Jones-and-the-Denny-Ilett-Band-1.webp GEO:51.5394065;-0.9033617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kenton Theatre Henley-on-Thames 19 New Street Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 2BP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19 New Street:geo:-0.9033617,51.5394065 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250307T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T082243 CREATED:20250112T214322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T214352Z UID:10009847-1741377600-1741377600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Skamungas Celebrate Seven Decades of Ska\, Reggae and Two-tone DESCRIPTION:Skamungas Celebrate Seven Decades of Ska\, Reggae and Two-tone\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Skamungas Celebrate Seven Decades of Ska\, Reggae and Two-tone\n\n\n\nFrom 60s Caribbean artists such as Desmond Dekker\, Toots and the Maytals\, Max Romeo and Jimmy Cliff\, through the 70s with Dave and Ansell Collins and 80s bands such as The Selecter\, Madness\, The Specials\, Bad Manners\, to the 90s/00s and Reel Big Fish and more recently\, Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra and Paolo Nutini\, Skamungas have been performing Ska\, Reggae and Two-tone for over seven years\, combining energetic performances with top-drawer musicianship. \n\n\n\nAs an added extra\, the band takes classic pop and rock songs and feeds them through the Skamungas machine to be performed as though they were always intended to be ska numbers. Their ska rendition of ’Brown Eyed Girl’ by Van Morrison is legendary as well as ‘These Boots Were Made for Walking’\, yes\, the Nancy Sinatra song! \n\n\n\nNote that this is a standing gig. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:From £15.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 07 March 2025 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:2 hours 35 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/skamungas-celebrate-seven-decades-of-ska-reggae-and-two-tone/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/13fc1da3-8738-4523-be1d-64d9b2183a33.webp GEO:52.0639491;-1.3328105 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mill Arts Centre Banbury Spiceball Park Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 5QE;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Spiceball Park:geo:-1.3328105,52.0639491 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR