Candlelight concerts return to Oxford Town Hall with a romantic Valentine’s Day special, featuring timeless classical favourites including music from Romeo and Juliet, Puccini, Debussy and Elgar, performed by the Sollar Music Quartet.
Emmanuel Sonubi presents his hilarious show – Life After Near Death. It’s about turning life’s toughest moments into comedy gold.
Relive the golden era of Soul and Motown with Soul Kinda Wonderful, the UK’s award-winning tribute to The Drifters, The Four Tops and The Temptations. Featuring Richie Sampson, expect timeless hits, rich harmonies, and unforgettable classic soul.
Romance the Song is a Valentine’s special with acclaimed singer-songwriter Rebecca Poole, blending timeless jazz-age love songs with her own celebrated originals. Expect velvet vocals, playful charm, and a heartfelt evening of romance, swing, blues, and beautiful storytelling.
World-renowned violinist James Ehnes joins pianist Andrew Armstrong for an exceptional recital featuring works by Mozart, Elgar and Ravel. Part of an international 2026 tour celebrating Ehnes’ 50th birthday, this concert marks a special return to Trinity College, Oxford.
Set in 1906 London, Holmes and Watson and The Curious Case of the Masqued Magician is a thrilling new Sherlock Holmes adventure. When a famous magician vanishes mid-performance, Holmes and Watson must unravel the mystery in a spellbinding, family-friendly show for ages 7+.
Maximo Park mark the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed debut A Certain Trigger with a special live tour. Expect songs from the landmark album alongside the band’s greatest hits, celebrating a record that still resonates powerfully today.
Twilight in Concert is a cinematic live experience where the original Twilight movie is screened as a live 12-piece band performs.
Emma Kenny brings her powerful storytelling back to the stage with Killer Couples, a chilling true crime show examining relationships where love turns lethal. Exploring psychology, manipulation and shared motive, this compelling evening dives deep into some of the most disturbing criminal partnerships in history.
Join NW Inventors this February half term for Character Creations, an interactive two-day drama workshop exploring character development. Young participants will invent, design and perform original characters using voice, movement and imagination in a fun, supportive studio environment at The North Wall.
Based on Emily Gravett’s beloved book Tidy, this gentle, playful show follows Pete the badger as his love of neatness goes too far. Featuring beautiful puppets, original music and humour, it explores nature, balance and the joy of a little wild chaos.
Fun, Theatre and Family Days Out – some of the free and low-cost activities to enjoy this February half-term.
HERE & NOW is the hilarious and heart-warming new musical based on the songs of the multi-million-selling pop phenomenon, Steps.
Artist Coffee Morning is a relaxed networking event for Oxford-based creatives to meet fellow theatre-makers, writers and artists. Enjoy coffee, share ideas, promote your work and learn about upcoming opportunities with the Playhouse team in a friendly, informal setting.
Join Ray in The Ultimate Bubble Show as he uses various gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays.
YouthLab: Dance Masterclass invites young dancers to train with Company Chameleon during a high-energy February half-term intensive. Participants will explore the company’s distinctive movement style, create original choreography with professional dancers, and perform live at Pegasus Theatre as part of Dancin’ Oxford’s 20th Anniversary Spring Dance Festival.
The Theatre Chipping Norton and Selladoor Worldwide present a bold new version of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged). Rebooted for 2026, this wildly funny, high-speed romp through all 37 plays delivers irreverent humour, theatrical chaos and nonstop laughter before heading out on a major UK tour.
Mark 100 years of Laurel & Hardy with an entertaining live show presented by Neil Brand. Featuring film clips, rare stills and brilliant piano accompaniment, this joyful tribute explores the legacy of the legendary comedy duo, promising laughter and insight throughout.
Get ready for Exciting Science, a thrilling live show bursting with explosive experiments and interactive fun. From volcanic eruptions to smoke blasters, this action-packed experience puts the “exciting” back into science and promises amazement for audiences aged four and upwards.
Immersion Theatre brings Rapunzel to life in a brand-new musical packed with laughter, catchy songs and audience interaction. Featuring dazzling costumes, animated scenery and plenty of magic, this hair-raising family adventure is perfect for audiences of all ages.
Oxford Playhouse stages Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, a fierce and darkly comic masterpiece. Directed by Mike Tweddle, this explosive drama explores marriage, power and illusion through one unforgettable night between two couples.
KEMF Baroque String Workshop opens for secondary-school-aged students grades 6+ led by Instruments of Time & Truth.
An explosive celebration of emo and pop punk brings Fell Out Boy, The Black Charade, L1NKN P4RK and Dookie Green Day Tribute together for one unforgettable night. Expect authentic costumes, dynamic choreography and powerful performances that channel the spirit of the genre at its peak.
Pop legends China Crisis head back on the road with their Warped Tour 2026. Gary Daly and Eddie Lundon perform beloved chart hits like Wishful Thinking and Black Man Ray, alongside treasured deep cuts that have captivated fans for over four decades.