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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T150656 CREATED:20250221T230010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T110801Z UID:10010254-1741910400-1742083199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:English Youth Ballet - Cinderella in Hollywood DESCRIPTION:English Youth Ballet – Cinderella in Hollywood\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout English Youth Ballet – Cinderella in Hollywood\n\n\n\nEnglish Youth Ballet’s newest ballet – Cinderella in Hollywood comes to Aylesbury Waterside Theatre in a glamorous\, cinematic style. \n\n\n\nThe acclaimed production will star 8 international principal dancers and showcase the exciting talent of 100 of the region’s top young dancers. \n\n\n\nCinderella in Hollywood will take you back to the glamorous era of 1950s Hollywood movies. The lavish ballet draws its inspiration from the film star Grace Kelly who met Prince Rainier of Monaco at a press party and later married him. Cinderella is a seamstress on a film set and the Fairy Godmother is her late mother – a former movie star of the 1930s. \n\n\n\nHer wicked sisters are Hollywood starlets competing with each other for starring film roles. The Prince meets Cinderella at the press party but at midnight she flees from the scene leaving a sparkly silver pointe-shoe as the only clue to her identity. \n\n\n\nEnglish Youth Ballet – Cinderella in Hollywood\n\n\n\nThe soaring musical score to Cinderella in Hollywood features music by Shostakovich and Gershwin and has a jazz-age feel. Much of the score is instantly recognisable – with gems such as Shostakovich’s Jazz Suite\, Tea for Two and Smoke Gets in Your Eyes. \n\n\n\nEnglish Youth Ballet’s stunning professional principal dancers have danced in some of the world’s top ballet companies including the Royal Ballet Company\, English National Ballet\, National Ballet of Portugal\, Ballet Capitole du Toulouse\, Vienna Festival Ballet\, and Cymru Ballet. \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“Talented young dancers supported by some of the world’s finest principal dancers.” \n\n\n\nSunday Express \n\n\n\n\n\n“With a cast of over 100\, the scale of the ballet was truly staggering\, culminating in a kaleidoscope of colour and outstanding talent.” \n\n\n\nNewcastle Evening Chronicle \n\n\n\n\n\n“A truly spell-binding show\, audience members were left enthralled by the highest levels of skill and creativity.” \n\n\n\nThe Sentinel \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: \n\n\n\nFrom £18.50 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 14 to Saturday 15 March 2025 \n\n\n\nFriday at 7.30pm\, Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\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/english-youth-ballet-cinderella-in-hollywood/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/English-Youth-Ballet-Cinderella-in-Hollywood.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:20250314T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150656 CREATED:20250221T230105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T230107Z UID:10010253-1741946400-1741968000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Coastal Scenes in Acrylics DESCRIPTION:Coastal Scenes in Acrylics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Coastal Scenes in Acrylics\n\n\n\nJoin award-winning artist and tutor Peter Keegan as he returns to the Norman Bragg Studio to transform it into a working studio and offers a new and exciting range of art classes suitable for all abilities. \n\n\n\nOff the back of Peter’s Artist in Residency at the theatre between 2019-2022\, where he produced 13 incredible paintings inspired by the life behind the scenes at the theatre (paintings can be viewed along the theatre promenade towards the Norman Bragg Studio) he will be running his popular classes giving you an insight into the practice of an artist. \n\n\n\nFrom golden sands to vivid turquoise waters\, join Peter on this colourful and expressive approach to coastal painting in acrylic paint. You will learn how to build up a painting from hazy horizons to crashing waves all while producing a painting that is full of atmosphere and movement. Suitable for all abilities (even the complete novice!) and all painting materials are provided\, just bring along some paint brushes. \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 £65.00 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 14 March 2025 at 10.00am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n6 hours\, including lunch break \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n18+ \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/coastal-scenes-in-acrylics/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Coastal-Scenes-in-Acrylics.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:20250314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250104T133606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T133611Z UID:10009851-1741980600-1741980600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Amy Winehouse Experience DESCRIPTION:The Amy Winehouse Experience\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Amy Winehouse Experience\n\n\n\nFrom the creators of Lioness\, The Amy Winehouse Experience provides an authentic tribute to the precocious talent featuring Caroline Lowe as Amy Winehouse plus a full backing band to recreate the authentic sound of this heady mix of jazz\, soul\, and pop. \n\n\n\nA full-stage show showcasing the talent of this songstress will take you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of her songwriting\, which is guaranteed to have you singing and dancing along throughout the performance. \n\n\n\nThe band is made up of hand-picked\, experienced musicians\, carefully selected to maintain the accuracy of the original performances of the UK’s brightest star that so tragically burned out in 2011. The crafted show focuses on the vocal talent and soul of Amy\, unhindered by the dark side of her addictions to alcohol and substances. \n\n\n\nThe Amy Winehouse Experience provides\, without a doubt\, the most authentic recreation of Amy Winehouse\, designed to entertain and deliver Amy’s experience at her very best. \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 £21.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 14 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour 50 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-amy-winehouse-experience-2/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/a4fa3729-bd89-498e-b55b-fb43cfc93efa.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:20250314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250301T174952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T110821Z UID:10010403-1741980600-1741980600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Primary School Assembly Bangers Live! DESCRIPTION:Primary School Assembly Bangers Live!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Primary School Assembly Bangers Live!\n\n\n\nJoin James Partridge for an evening of pure nostalgia\, stepping back in time with some joyous singalong tunes to take you back to your Primary School days. You won’t have to sit cross-legged on the school hall floor\, but you will be encouraged to sing along! \n\n\n\nAs well as the assembly bangers\, there will be other musical surprises\, school disco mashups\, and comic reflections on growing up in the 90s. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“James is the definition of a showman and an outstanding one at that.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Reviews Hub \n\n\n\n\n\n“That was a fantastic show. Loved it!” \n\n\n\nGareth Malone \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £20.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £18.00 \n\n\n\nMembers – £16.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 14 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/primary-school-assembly-bangers-live/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Primary-School-Assembly-Bangers-1.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:20250315T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250104T134000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T104222Z UID:10009852-1742061600-1742061600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Aunusthan DESCRIPTION:Aunusthan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aunusthan\n\n\n\nAunusthan is a joyous celebration of classical Indian dance presented for a modern audience\, performed by the very best home-grown British-Asian talent\, who’ve taken this show to cultural capitals across the UK. \n\n\n\nThe performance showcases the brilliance of classical tradition through dazzling spins and speed-of-light\, bell-jangling footwork – moving with the powerful and mood-lifting sounds and colour of South Asian culture to create an hour of pure delight. \n\n\n\nThe soaring melodies and riotous beats of the music carry the mind to far-off places and bring you home again\, exhilarated. This show is a vibrant and dazzling experience for all – whether already familiar with Kathak or not. \n\n\n\nAbout Pagrav Dance Company and Urja Desai Thakore \n\n\n\nChoreographer Urja Desai Thakore is best known for her innovative approach\, bringing impeccable classical technique to contemporary performance\, and as Artistic Director and CEO of PDC\, she has built a company that is at the forefront of British Kathak – taking it from a traditionally solo dance to a collaborative\, ensemble art. \n\n\n\nThis approach preserves the cultural heritage of Kathak\, whilst promoting a broader appreciation of the discipline in new audiences and mobilising its impact to empower people and enhance lives. \n\n\n\nThis performance is suitable for all ages and the venue is accessible for wheelchair users. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“The best ensemble Kathak I’ve seen. The world needs to see this work.” \n\n\n\nKrishal Kaylash\, audience member \n\n\n\n\n\n“Dancing that makes you feel alive.” \n\n\n\nEddie Nixon\, Director\, The Place\, London \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 £8.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 15 March 2025 at 6.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation:This event takes place at Bure Park Primary School\, Bicester\, OX26 3BP \n\n\n\nAge guidance:All ages \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/aunusthan/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/ad1a31f4-c343-428d-91db-573ebc666d49.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:20250315T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20241129T161534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T085112Z UID:10009747-1742063400-1742063400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Badly Drawn Boy performing 'The Hour of the Bewilderbeast' DESCRIPTION:Badly Drawn Boy performing ‘The Hour of the Bewilderbeast’\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Badly Drawn Boy performing ‘The Hour of the Bewilderbeast’\n\n\n\nBadly Drawn Boy\, the stage name of English singer-songwriter Damon Gough\, is commemorating the 25th anniversary of his debut album\, The Hour of Bewilderbeast\, with a UK tour in 2025. \n\n\n\nOriginally released on 26 June 2000\, the album received critical acclaim and won the prestigious Mercury Prize that year. The album’s cover art\, designed by Andy Votel\, is a collage loosely based on Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man. \n\n\n\nThe Hour of Bewilderbeast is celebrated for its intricate melodies and heartfelt lyrics\, drawing comparisons to artists like Nick Drake and John Lennon. \n\n\n\nTo mark this milestone\, Badly Drawn Boy has announced a series of performances where he will play the entire album. These concerts will offer fans the opportunity to experience the album live\, celebrating its enduring influence in the indie music scene. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£38.50 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£38.50 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 15 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\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: \n\n\n\nPlease 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/badly-drawn-boy-performing-the-hour-of-the-bewilderbeast/ 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/75e853b3-dfb6-4e96-bd6f-b15473603fa5.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:20250315T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250104T133750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T133755Z UID:10009853-1742067000-1742067000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Carpenters Experience DESCRIPTION:The Carpenters Experience \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Carpenters Experience\n\n\n\nWhen we were young\, we’d listen to the radio\, waiting for our favourite songs. Now they’re back again\, like a long-lost friend\, all the songs we loved so well. \n\n\n\nThe UK’s leading Carpenters show\, featuring the amazing voice of Maggie Nestor and eight top-class musicians\, captures the sights and sounds of the amazing talents of Richard and Karen Carpenter. \n\n\n\nKaren’s silky contralto is combined with Richard’s delightful piano and seamless harmonies in this big production that brings ‘Close to You’\, ‘We’ve Only Just Begun’\, ‘Top of the World’\, ‘Rainy Days and Mondays’\, ‘Solitaire’\, ‘Goodbye to Love’\, ‘Please Mr. Postman’\, ‘For All We Know’\, ‘Only Yesterday’\, and dozens more classic songs to the stage. \n\n\n\nThe Carpenters Experience is coming to town for an evening of non-stop hits – it’s yesterday once more… \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 £25.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 15 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/the-carpenters-experience/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/b6489092-9aa8-447a-ab98-9808502253d8.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:20250315T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250125T221348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T221350Z UID:10009926-1742067000-1742067000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Dire Streets DESCRIPTION:Dire Streets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Dire Streets\n\n\n\nDire Streets brings to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand-out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. \n\n\n\nThe two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. \n\n\n\nFor over a decade\, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK. \n\n\n\nNo other Dire Streets tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live. \n\n\n\nThe six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a stunning show that fulfils their mission of doing justice to one of the most original and talented bands the UK has ever produced. \n\n\n\nThe band makes no attempt to look like the original so no headbands or pink suits\, just brilliant songs skilfully played with the enthusiasm and respect they deserve. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£22.00 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:£22.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 15 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/dire-streets/ 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/dire-streets.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:20250315T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T214000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250203T083840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T083843Z UID:10010072-1742067000-1742074800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Strictly Nashville DESCRIPTION:Strictly Nashville\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Strictly Nashville\n\n\n\nCelebrating the very best in music from America’s ‘Music City’ this show promises an exciting fusion of pure Country gold with ‘New Country’ blockbusters! \n\n\n\nGuitarist\, vocalist\, and band leader Bob Drury\, who has been selling out in theatres across the country for the past 10 years with his highly acclaimed shows\, heads up an amazing cast of musicians to deliver a set of pristine classics from the likes of Johnny Cash\, Glen Campbell\, Brad Paisley\, Garth Brooks\, Willie Nelson\, and Kenny Rogers. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Bob’s daughter Harriet on female lead vocals the band presents stunning versions of monster hits from Shania Twain\, Dolly Parton\, Taylor Swift\, Carrie Underwood\, Eva Cassidy\, June Carter\, and many more. Harriet is an established vocal performer with a “stunning\, soaring voice” that will delight and captivate you! With their combined talents Bob and Harriet also lovingly re-create vocal duets from Country’s Hall of Fame. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A winner of a show guaranteed to blow your Stetsons off!”  \n\n\n\nWorcester News \n\n\n\n\n\n“The father-daughter empathy is a joy to behold. Country music is nothing without the right feel\, and when Bob sings of trying to drink someone off his mind\, you can almost smell the Tennessee whisky on his breath”. \n\n\n\nSomerset County Gazette \n\n\n\n\n\n“Nashville may be a long way away\, but thanks to the artistry of Bob Drury and his wonderful band\, the great music city of Tennessee has moved just that little bit closer”.  \n\n\n\nWatford Observer \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 £27.75 \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:Saturday 15 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:2 hours 10 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/strictly-nashville/ 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/Strictly-Nashville-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:20250316T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250203T084033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T092505Z UID:10010073-1742083200-1742169599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Decades of Dance DESCRIPTION:Decades of Dance\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Decades of Dance\n\n\n\nAlison Jayne School of Dance Presents Decades of Dance. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an entertaining and colourful performance of ballet\, modern\, tap\, and street dancing when our young performers take to the stage. \n\n\n\nThis is our bi-annual dancing show and students ranging from 4 to 18 will be dancing to a varied selection of music from the last 10 decades. \n\n\n\nThis show oozes family fun and gives our young performers the opportunity to grace the stage\, building their confidence\, stage skills\, and\, love of theatre. \n\n\n\nThis show is not to be missed. This is a nonprofessional production. \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:Adult – £22.50Senior\, Friend\, Keeper – £20.50Student\, Child – £19.50 \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:Sunday 16 March 2025 at 2.00pm and 6.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour 30 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/decades-of-dance/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Decades-of-Dance.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:20250316T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20220326T160900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T110841Z UID:10004596-1742149800-1742149800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Scott’s Showcase DESCRIPTION:Scott’s Showcase at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Scott’s Showcase\n\n\n\nScott’s Showcases gives young performers the spotlight they truly deserve and provides local communities with the opportunity to perform in regional theatres across the country. \n\n\n\nDo not miss this exciting evening of musical theatre and dance performed by talent from around the UK. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\nDate: \n\n\n\nSunday 16 March 2025 at 6.30pm \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/scotts-showcase/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/scotts-showcase-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:20250316T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250126T012526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T012529Z UID:10009927-1742149800-1742149800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Metropolitan Opera: Fidelio DESCRIPTION:Metropolitan Opera: Fidelio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Metropolitan Opera: Fidelio\n\n\n\nFollowing a string of awe-inspiring Live in HD performances\, Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen returns to the Metropolitan Opera as Leonore\, the faithful wife who risks everything to save her husband from the clutches of tyranny in Beethoven’s Fidelio. \n\n\n\nCompleting the distinguished cast is British tenor David Butt Philip as the political prisoner Florestan\, Polish bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny as the villainous Don Pizarro\, veteran German bass René Pape as the jailer Rocco\, Chinese soprano Ying Fang and German tenor Magnus Dietrich as the young Marzelline and Jaquino\, and Danish bass Stephen Milling as the principled Don Fernando. \n\n\n\nSusanna Mä lkki conducts the March 15 performance\, which will be broadcast live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide. \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:Sunday 16 March 2025 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:4 hours 5 minutes \n\n\n\nFilm rating:12A \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/metropolitan-opera-fidelio/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/metropolitan-opera-fidelio.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:20250316T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T230142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T230144Z UID:10010255-1742151600-1742151600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Night With Janis Joplin the Musical DESCRIPTION:A Night With Janis Joplin the Musical\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Night With Janis Joplin the Musical\n\n\n\nThis multi-award-winning show captured recently at the Sadler’s Wells Peacock Theatre is an extraordinary musical journey paying homage to Janis Joplin and her biggest musical influences. \n\n\n\nLike a comet that burns far too brightly to last\, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and\, almost overnight\, became the queen of rock & roll. The unmistakable voice\, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort\, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. \n\n\n\nA Night With Janis Joplin the Musical\n\n\n\nFuelled by such unforgettable songs as Me and Bobby McGee\, Piece of My Heart\, Mercedes Benz\, Cry Baby and Summertime\, a remarkable cast and breakout performances.  \n\n\n\nA Night with Janis Joplin\, written and directed by Randy Johnson\, is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences—icons like Aretha Franklin\, Etta James\, Odetta\, Nina Simone\, and Bessie Smith\, who inspired one of rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest legends. \n\n\n\nThis is a screening and not a live performance. \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 16 March 2025 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\nFilm rating: \n\n\n\n12A \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/a-night-with-janis-joplin-the-musical/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/A-Night-With-Janis-Joplin-the-Musical.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:20250316T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T230233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T110907Z UID:10010256-1742153400-1742153400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:QUEENZ: Drag Me To The Disco! DESCRIPTION:QUEENZ: Drag Me To The Disco!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout QUEENZ: Drag Me To The Disco!\n\n\n\nQueenz is back with a brand new show! \n\n\n\nJoin the gals for an electrifying\, live vocal\, drag-stravaganza\, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime. \n\n\n\nQUEENZ: Drag Me To The Disco!\n\n\n\nAfter two trailblazing years of touring the country\, a run in London’s West End\, and accumulating countless 5-star reviews\, Queenz has rapidly ascended as one of the world’s most successful drag shows. \n\n\n\nFeaturing more sequins and surprises than ever before\, the gals are ready to drag you to the dancefloor and serve up the ultimate celebration of powerhouse popstars & dazzling disco divas. \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“Beautiful\, fun & vital.” \n\n\n\nThe Scotsman \n\n\n\n\n\n“Queenz is joyful.” \n\n\n\nMetro \n\n\n\n\n\n“Mindblowing live vocals.” \n\n\n\nBroadway World \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: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 16 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains adult humour and mild language. \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/queenz-drag-me-to-the-disco/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/QUEENZ-Drag-Me-To-The-Disco1.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:20250317T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250317T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T233207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T233210Z UID:10010257-1742220000-1742220000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Churchill - History and Humour DESCRIPTION:Churchill – History and Humour\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Churchill – History and Humour\n\n\n\nActor and Historian\, Jeff Rozelaar\, returns to the Norman Bragg studio following his successful performance as Benjamin Disraeli in November 2022. \n\n\n\nIn the third person\, Jeff now delivers a portrayal of arguably “The Greatest Briton”\, Winston Churchill\, in a matinee performance. \n\n\n\nChurchill – History and Humour\n\n\n\n“We are all worms\, but I am a glow worm!” Winston Churchill. \n\n\n\nAct One \n\n\n\nA sprig of the aristocracy: Born to an American heiress and a descendent of the Duke of Marlborough\, Winston’s early life is portrayed from school to the start of his military career. His adventurous spirit relished action on behalf of the British Empire. His early journalistic and political ventures are depicted\, as is his contribution to the foundations of the Welfare State. This controversial figure is then mentioned in the context of Gallipoli 1915 and the General Strike 1926. \n\n\n\nAct Two \n\n\n\nThe second part starts with Winston in the political wilderness in the early 1930s and goes on to cover his eventual inclusion in the government when he was proved right about the Fuhrer. It depicts his legendary leadership of our country from “The Fall of France” and the prospect of invasion\, to final victory. It references the hurtful rejection by his own people in 1945 but finishes with the most outstanding of his treasured humorous quotations. \n\n\n\nThe production is enlivened by a visually engaging back projection\, evocative music\, and live dramatic episodes. \n\n\n\nWinston Churchill – History and Humour has enjoyed huge popularity on land and on innumerable cruise ships across the World. \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 £15.68 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 17 March 2025 at 2.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/churchill-history-and-humour/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Churchill-History-and-Humour1.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:20250318T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250319T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250301T175346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T094017Z UID:10010404-1742256000-1742428799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Dance with us tonight! DESCRIPTION:Dance with us tonight!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Dance with us tonight!\n\n\n\nWe are delighted to invite you to watch our wonderful dance students from Didcot Girls’ School\, Saint Birinus & Didcot Sixth Form do what they love! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£10.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 18 to Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nAuditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n5+ \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/dance-with-us-tonight/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Dance-with-us-tonight.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:20250318T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20241124T222902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T110931Z UID:10009693-1742324400-1742324400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:David Gray DESCRIPTION:David Gray\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout David Gray\n\n\n\nDavid Gray brings a brand new 2025 Past & Present World Tour to Oxford on Tuesday 18 March 2025! \n\n\n\nDavid Gray’s story is unlike any other. He spent almost a decade striving to make a breakthrough\, and when it happened it did so in the biggest way imaginable as White Ladder became one of the best-selling British albums of recent decades and established him as an arena-filling artist. \n\n\n\nWhile the likes of Ed Sheeran\, Adele\, and Hozier have acknowledged his influence\, David has continued to follow his own artistic path. \n\n\n\nDavid Gray’s new album\, Dear Life\, is set to be released on January 17\, 2025. \n\n\n\nGray is a songwriter’s songwriter\, one of those rare artists who can express themselves as fully through lyrics as through melody\, a richly poetic wordsmith with vast musical flair. Dear Life is a big statement\, the work of a driven man obsessively focused on a personal artistic journey. \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 £46.26 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\nDate and time:Tuesday 18 March 2025Doors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:16+ \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/david-gray/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/DavidGray_Prod_1920x1080.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2AG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24-26 George Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250318T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20241129T161656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T111213Z UID:10009748-1742324400-1742324400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Doves DESCRIPTION:Doves\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Doves\n\n\n\nEnglish rock band Doves return to the road with their Constellations For The Lonely tour\, in support of their sixth studio album of the same name. \n\n\n\nKnown for their atmospheric soundscapes and emotionally charged songwriting\, the band has built a devoted following since their debut in the late 1990s. \n\n\n\nThis tour marks a significant moment for fans\, as it follows their acclaimed 2020 comeback album The Universal Want – their first release after an 11-year hiatus. \n\n\n\nWith Constellations For The Lonely\, Doves continue to evolve their signature blend of soaring melodies\, introspective lyrics\, and rich instrumentation. \n\n\n\nAudiences can expect a mix of new material and classic favourites as they embark on this exciting new chapter. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£41.35 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£41.35 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Tuesday 18 March 2025 at 7.00pm \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\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/doves/ 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/22f80139-f9f0-4d47-ae55-abd16e429b1c.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:20250318T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250318T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T233311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T233313Z UID:10010258-1742324400-1742324400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Alison Moyet DESCRIPTION:Alison Moyet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Alison Moyet\n\n\n\nAlison Moyet is set to embark on a long-awaited world tour in 2025 – her first full headline tour since 2017 – returning to Aylesbury in March. \n\n\n\nThe tour celebrates 40 years as a solo artist as well as the release of her new album ‘KEY’ on Friday 04 October\, which features a collection of reworked singles\, fan favourites\, deep cuts\, and two new songs. \n\n\n\nAlison Moyet\n\n\n\nThat unmistakable voice – big enough to fill a stadium and yet intimate enough to make you feel as though she’s singing just for you – has taken her on quite a journey with career highlights including two #1 albums\, six Top 10 singles\, two BRIT Awards\, and a Grammy nomination. \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest: Iona Zajac \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 £67.87 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 18 March 2025 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 30 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nUnder 16s to be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nThis is a seated venue. Standing is not permitted during the performance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout 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/alison-moyet/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Alison-Moyet1.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:20250318T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250318T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T233450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T165214Z UID:10010259-1742326200-1742326200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Exhibition on Screen: Dawn Of Impressionism - Paris 1874 DESCRIPTION:Exhibition on Screen – Dawn Of Impressionism: Paris 1874\, 90′\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Exhibition on Screen – Dawn Of Impressionism: Paris 1874\, 90′\n\n\n\nThe Impressionists are the most popular group in art history – millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But\, to begin with\, they were scorned\, penniless outsiders. \n\n\n\n1874 was the year that changed everything; the first Impressionists\, “hungry for independence”\, broke the mould by holding their own exhibition outside official channels. Impressionism was born and the art world was changed forever. \n\n\n\nExhibition on Screen – Dawn Of Impressionism: Paris 1874\, 90′\n\n\n\nWhat led to that first groundbreaking show 150 years ago? Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way? The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who witnessed the dawn of Impressionism: the artists\, press\, and people of Paris\, in 1874. See the show that changed everything on the big screen. \n\n\n\nMade in close collaboration with the Musee d’Orsay and National Gallery of Art\, Washington D.C. \n\n\n\nThis is a screening\, not a live performance. \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\nTuesday 18 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/exhibition-on-screen-dawn-of-impressionism-paris-1874-90/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Exhibition-on-Screen-Dawn-Of-Impressionism-Paris-1874-90.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:20250319T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T233605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T233607Z UID:10010260-1742412600-1742412600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan DESCRIPTION:Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan\n\n\n\nAward-winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road in 2025 with his biggest-ever live tour – Lions and Tigers and Bears. \n\n\n\nJoin Gordon as he recounts thrilling encounters with pandas\, grizzlies\, tigers\, jaguars\, and more. Learn about the heart-stopping moments\, the mud\, sweat\, and tears\, and the tender interactions that have shaped his extraordinary career. \n\n\n\nLions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan\n\n\n\nGordon Buchanan has dedicated his life to exploring the untamed beauty of the natural world\, from the bamboo forests of China to the snowy landscapes of Russia\, from the towering Himalayas to the depths of the Amazon. His mission is to capture the majestic big cats and bears on film and reveal their secrets to a global audience. \n\n\n\nBook your tickets now and don’t miss the opportunity to be inspired in a night of adventure\, awe\, and wonder! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £29.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 19 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 10 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/lions-and-tigers-and-bears-with-gordon-buchanan/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Lions-and-Tigers-and-Bears-with-Gordon-Buchanan1.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:20250319T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250319T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250203T084220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T111250Z UID:10010074-1742412600-1742421600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow – Work in Progress DESCRIPTION:Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow – Work in Progress\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow – Work in Progress\n\n\n\nA Berk’s Nest production in association with United Agents. Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow – Work In Progress \n\n\n\nTaskmaster loser & Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed (and his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow) works up his brand new show ahead of a national tour. Expect magic\, music\, and a whole load of brand-new mistakes. \n\n\n\nNick Mohammed is one of the UK’s most celebrated comedians\, actors\, and writers. Nick has received feverish critical acclaim for his previous Mr. Swallow shows Dracula\, Houdini\, and A Christmas Carol (ish) alongside his first UK tour The Very Best & Worst of Mr. Swallow. \n\n\n\nMr. Swallow has appeared in Dictionary Corner on numerous episodes of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and entertaining the great and the good at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards\, with frankly terrifying results! \n\n\n\nNick plays Nate in Apple TV’s hit multi-award-winning series Ted Lasso\, for which he was nominated twice for Outstanding Supporting Actor at the Emmy Awards. He also starred in Sally Wainwright’s Renegade Nell (Disney+) and Steven Moffat’s Douglas Is Cancelled (ITV). Nick created\, wrote\, and starred (alongside David Schwimmer) in his own Sky TV hit show Intelligence. \n\n\n\nOther appearances include Stath Lets Flats (Channel 4)\, Inside No. 9 (BBC)\, and This Time with Alan Partridge (BBC)\, and he’ll soon be seen starring alongside Bryce Dallas Howard and Orlando Bloom in Prime Video’s Deep Cover. He was one of the worst contestants in the history of Channel 4’s Taskmaster. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Split-your-sides hilarious”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nEvening Standard \n\n\n\n\n\n“Giddy\, draft\, and dazzling… incontrovertibly hilarious”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n“Go and see it!” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nTimeOut \n\n\n\n\n\n“Monstrously funny” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nMetro \n\n\n\n\n\n“Comic perfection”★★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n“Hilarious… Chaos that is carefully\, craftily cultivated”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Reviews Hub \n\n\n\n\n\n“A brilliant comic creation… you may end up with a pain in your side or sore facial muscles from laughing so hard”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBroadway World \n\n\n\n\n\n“Uniquely joyous\, there’s scarcely a dull moment in this one-off comic masterclass”. ★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“An irresistible comic creation… Pure entertainment and genuinely impressive”. ★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Telegraph \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 £18.75 \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:Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:2 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:16+ \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/nick-mohammed-is-mr-swallow-work-in-progress/ 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/Nick-Mohammed-is-Mr-Swallow-–-Work-in-Progress-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:20250320T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20220911T183143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T111328Z UID:10004195-1742497200-1742497200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Public Service Broadcasting DESCRIPTION:Public Service Broadcasting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Public Service Broadcasting\n\n\n\nFollowing their sell-out Friars Aylesbury Bright Magic concert in 2021\, Public Service Broadcasting returns to New Theatre Oxford for the final leg of their UK tour celebrating the launch of their new album titled The Last Flight which was released on Friday 04 October. \n\n\n\nThe inspiration for the LP is taken from the final voyage of America’s pioneering female “aviatrix” Amelia Earhart. Back in 1922\, when she was just 25\, she flew higher than any woman before her and became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans\, setting multiple speed and distance records. \n\n\n\nPublic Service Broadcasting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt also makes a nod to her final venture\, when she announced in 1937 that she would circumnavigate the globe in her Lockheed Model 10-E Electra aircraft. She crossed the Americas\, Africa\, the Middle East\, and Asia\, but never made it back. \n\n\n\nThe album’s first single Electra is a pulsating\, funk-inspired track which\, like the album\, takes inspiration from the determination of Earheart and captures the same force as her aircraft. \n\n\n\n“I wanted to do a woman-focused story because most of the archive we have access to is overwhelmingly male”\, said J. Willgoose Esq\, discussing the inspiration for their first album since 2021’s Bright Magic.  \n\n\n\n“I was initially drawn in by Earhart’s final fight\, rather than the successes that she had\, but the more I read the more I became fascinated by her. Her bravery and aeronautical achievements were extraordinary\, but her philosophy and the dignity that she had… she was an outstanding person.” \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 £34.63 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\nDate and time: \n\n\n\nThursday 20 March 2025 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nUnder 16s to be accompanied by an adult 21+. No under 5s. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVideo\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/public-service-broadcasting/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/PSB_Title_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:20250320T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T224000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150657 CREATED:20250221T233654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T233657Z UID:10010261-1742498100-1742510400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Royal Ballet: Romeo and Juliet (LIVE BROADCAST) DESCRIPTION:The Royal Ballet: Romeo and Juliet (LIVE BROADCAST)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Royal Ballet: Romeo and Juliet (LIVE BROADCAST)\n\n\n\nShakespeare’s star-crossed lovers experience passion and tragedy in this screening from the Royal Ballet of this 20th-century ballet masterpiece. \n\n\n\nRomeo and Juliet has become a great modern ballet classic of the ballet repertory since its creation by Royal Ballet Director Kenneth MacMillan and its premiere in 1965. \n\n\n\nIn this special screening on Valentine’s Day\, the doomed lovers attempt to find their way through the colour and action of Renaissance Verona\, where a busy market all too quickly bursts into sword fighting and a family feud leads to tragedy for both the Montagues and the Capulets. \n\n\n\nStarring Marcelino Sambé (Romeo)\, Anna-Rose O’Sullivan (Juliet) and featuring the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House. \n\n\n\nThis is a screening of the show\, not a live performance. \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\nThursday 20 March 2025 at 7.15pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 25 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-royal-ballet-romeo-and-juliet-live-broadcast/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Royal-Ballet-Romeo-and-Juliet-LIVE-BROADCAST.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:20250320T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150658 CREATED:20250104T134308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T134410Z UID:10009855-1742499000-1742499000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Inspector Drake and the Perfekt Crime DESCRIPTION:Inspector Drake and the Perfekt Crime\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Inspector Drake and the Perfekt Crime\n\n\n\nInspector Drake and the Perfekt Crime \n\n\n\nBy David Tristram \n\n\n\nA comedy whodunnit with more twists than a Chuck Berry song! \n\n\n\nWhen a genius commits a murder\, the plan is perfect. But is it foolproof? Inspector Drake is facing his greatest-ever challenge. Who is the mysterious Doctor Short and why did he marry a warthog? Has he murdered his fourth wife – or did she murder him first? Who is the real Sabrina? \n\n\n\nExpect surprises\, slapstick\, and some risqué humour in this hilarious parody of an Agatha Christie country house murder mystery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets:Standard price – £15.00Concession price – £14.00 \n\n\n\nConcession price tickets only available for Thursday performance. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 20 March at 7.30pmFriday 21 March at 7.30pmSaturday 22 March 2.30pm and 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/inspector-drake-and-the-perfekt-crime/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/693127b9-19c0-4baf-aade-749b6a9bc3b8.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:20250320T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150658 CREATED:20250221T233740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T092425Z UID:10010262-1742499000-1742499000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ellen Kent: La Traviata DESCRIPTION:Ellen Kent: La Traviata\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ellen Kent: La Traviata\n\n\n\nSenbla presents Opera International’s award-winning Ellen Kent production featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv with international soloists\, a highly-praised chorus\, and a full orchestra. \n\n\n\nThe love story that gripped Paris. \n\n\n\nEllen Kent: La Traviata\n\n\n\nA tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music\, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century\, La Dame aux Camelias. \n\n\n\nBased on a true story\, it tells of the passionate loves and life of the consumptive courtesan\, Violetta. There are many echoes of Verdi’s own life in Traviata and he threw himself into the music. The highlights include the Brindisi\, the best-known drinking song in opera\, the duet Un Di Felice\, and Violetta’s haunting aria Addio Del Passato. \n\n\n\nStarring Ukrainian soprano Viktoria Melnyk\, Korean soprano Elena Dee\, Georgian tenor Davit Sumbadze and Armenian tenor Hovhannes Andreasyan.* \n\n\n\n*Cast subject to change. \n\n\n\nThis magnificent production boasts sumptuous sets and costumes. \n\n\n\nSung in Italian with English subtitles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £25.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 20 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain auditorium \n\n\n\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/ellen-kent-la-traviata/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ellen-Kent-La-Traviata.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:20250320T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150658 CREATED:20250301T175425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T175428Z UID:10010405-1742499000-1742499000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Picture of Dorian Gray DESCRIPTION:The Picture of Dorian Gray\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Picture of Dorian Gray\n\n\n\nFrom the award-winning creators of Casting the Runes. \n\n\n\n“What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his own soul?” \n\n\n\nBox Tale Soup presents a remarkable adaptation of Wilde’s classic in their inimitable style\, featuring unique puppetry and a powerful original soundtrack. \n\n\n\nDorian Gray\, young and beautiful\, sinks into a frivolous lifestyle of selfish abandon\, seemingly unchanged by corruption and untouched by age. But behind a locked door\, Dorian’s portrait tells a very different story… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“They are wonderful.” \n\n\n\nThe Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“Time and space hold no bounds for Box Tale Soup.” \n\n\n\nThe Scotsman \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £16.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £14.40 \n\n\n\nMembers – £12.80 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a fee of £2.00 \n\n\n\nTheatre offer: Get 15% off applied automatically at check-out for this spectacular show. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 20 March 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 5 minutes \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/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-2/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Dorian_Web_Wide.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:20250320T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150658 CREATED:20250131T234129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T234132Z UID:10010136-1742499000-1742506200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Christoph Eschenbach DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Christoph Eschenbach\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Christoph Eschenbach\n\n\n\nMendelssohn Overture to Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Op. 21 \n\n\n\nBach Violin Concerto No. 2 in E major\, BWV 1042 \n\n\n\nMendelssohn Symphony No. 4 in A major\, Op. 90\, ‘Italian’ \n\n\n\nChristoph Eschenbach conductor \n\n\n\nThomas Zehetmair violin \n\n\n\nTwo things inspired Mendelssohn more than anything else: travel and literature. This concert under Christoph Eschenbach celebrates both\, opening with all the magic and mystery of the composer’s overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, the play by Shakespeare for which he wrote extensive incidental music\, and concluding with the boundless exhilaration and joy of his Italian Symphony\, which overflows with the composer’s unique brand of perfected spontaneity. \n\n\n\nBetween them comes the Violin Concerto in E minor from Mendelssohn’s other great love: Bach. \n\n\n\nThis concert contains a pre-concert talk from Stephen Carpenter which runs from 6.30pm to 6.55pm. \n\n\n\nMendelssohn in Italy– an illustrated talk by Stephen Carpenter \n\n\n\nThis talk will give an account of the Italian journey undertaken by Felix Mendelssohn in 1830 and 1831. It was a journey that would inspire Mendelssohn to write one of his best-loved works\, Symphony No. 4 – the ‘Italian’. This was the continuation of his “Grand Tour” which had begun in England and (unusually) Scotland in 1829 and now took him to Italy\, which was the country visited by many young men of means in the early 18th century. \n\n\n\nThe talk will bring Mendelssohn’s journey vividly to life by showing several of the fine sketches and watercolours that he made during his travels\, and give an introduction to the ‘Italian’ Symphony that brings the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra’s concert to a close. \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 £20.00 \n\n\n\nStudent – From £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 20 March 2025 at 7.30pm \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-christoph-eschenbach/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Philharmonic-Orchestra-Christoph-Eschenbach.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:20250321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T150658 CREATED:20241214T134240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T111409Z UID:10009784-1742515200-1742687999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Our Country's Good DESCRIPTION:Our Country’s Good\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Our Country’s Good\n\n\n\nBy Timberlake Wertenbaker \n\n\n\nDirected by Paul Simpson \n\n\n\nAustralia 1789. As the British Empire grows and penal colonies begin to establish themselves along the coastlines of the Pacific\, the debate on the rehabilitation of criminals invites a young lieutenant into the role of theatre director\, with the convicts as the cast of his play. \n\n\n\nEstablishing the unifying values of theatre\, with the opportunity for structure\, commitment\, and connection\, each convict begins to confront the harsh realities of their individual journeys\, ever in the presence of the brutality of the noose. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse Young Company\, our collective of 17 to 25-year-olds\, returns to the main stage. They explore Timberlake Wertenbaker’s Olivier Award-winning play\, a set text for many A-level drama students. Seating will be situated on the Playhouse stage. \n\n\n\nThis amateur production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. \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:£15.00 \n\n\n\nDate & time:Friday 21 March 2025 at 7.30pmSaturday 22 March 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:150 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: 16+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance:This show includes strong language\, frequent sexual topics\, and themes of misogyny\, racism\, and colonisation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say\n\n\n\n\n“One of The Playhouse’s greatest assets”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nA Young(ish) Perspective on the Oxford Playhouse Young Company \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/our-countrys-good/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/OurCounrtysGood_iStock-1144425596.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:20250321T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250321T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T150658 CREATED:20241129T161841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T111449Z UID:10009749-1742581800-1742581800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons: 50 Years Of Motorhead DESCRIPTION:Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons: 50 Years Of Motorhead\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Phil Campbell and The Bastard Sons: 50 Years Of Motorhead\n\n\n\nRock outfit Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons\, founded by Motorhead legend Phil Campbell\, head out on tour to celebrate 50 years of Motorhead. \n\n\n\nPhil Campbell and the Bastard Sons began as a side project in the final years of Motörhead\, led by longtime guitarist Phil Campbell and his sons Todd\, Tyla\, and Dane. They made their debut at Wacken Open Air 2016 and released a self-titled EP soon after. \n\n\n\nGaining momentum with Motörhead covers and original tracks\, they supported Guns N’ Roses in 2017 before releasing The Age of Absurdity (2018)\, which won Best Debut Album at Metal Hammer Germany’s awards. Their 2020 follow-up\, We’re The Bastards\, was even more successful. \n\n\n\nWith new frontman Joel Peters\, they recorded Kings of the Asylum (2023)\, delivering high-energy hard rock anthems like Strike The Match. The band has further perfected its timeless yet invigorating in-your-face hard rock and they are looking forward to presenting their explosive new material live. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£31.75 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£31.75 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Friday 21 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\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/phil-campbell-and-the-bastard-sons-50-years-of-motorhead/ 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/602cab31-9e00-47b6-922a-b4d4cfb8af0a.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 END:VCALENDAR