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:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD 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:20241206T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241206T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192303 CREATED:20241129T001245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084658Z UID:10009722-1733509800-1733509800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Orb + Ozric Tentacles DESCRIPTION:The Orb + Ozric Tentacles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Orb + Ozric Tentacles\n\n\n\nTwo giants of underground psych-dance culture come together for an evening of audio-visual sensory overload. \n\n\n\nGet ready to hear the ambient soundscapes and pulsing rhythms of The Orb and Ozric Tentacles’ blend of instrumental psychedelic rock with beats and spacey soundscapes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£32.15 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£32.15 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Friday 06 December 2024 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18\n\n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy Oxford \n\n\n\nTicket limits:Please note that there is a ticket limit of 10 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name\, e-mail address\, billing address\, credit card number\, or other information. \n\n\n\nTicket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-orb-ozric-tentacles/ 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/8840d8bf-c0c4-4090-9c1a-ca46601a9b86.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:20241206T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241206T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241018T220420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T193536Z UID:10009668-1733513400-1733520600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Drive The Cold Winter Away DESCRIPTION:Moonrakers: Drive The Cold Winter Away\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Drive The Cold Winter Away\n\n\n\nA themed musical show with a spoken narrative \n\n\n\nJust below the surface of the familiar Christmas music and customs lies a deeper\, sometimes unsettling\, sometimes amusing\, but always intriguing mix of myth and history. \n\n\n\nFour-piece folk band Moonrakers (cello\, harp\, guitar\, whistles\, keyboard and female/male vocals) presents a unique and exciting show that explores customs\, superstitions and rituals relating to winter in Britain. \n\n\n\nThe show includes songs and tunes (traditional and contemporary) linked with a narrative that explains where this music comes from\, what lies behind some of these weird tales\, and how they still resonate with us today. \n\n\n\nIt takes you on a journey through history\, reminding you of how ordinary people dealt with the hardships and joys of the dark winter months. \n\n\n\nThe show is not just a beautiful listening experience; it is also participatory\, with choruses\, percussion\, and a few laughs. It is suitable for older children and adults. Thematically\, it ties in with calendar events (Christmas\, Winter Solstice\, Spring) and environmental issues. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPoster\n\n\n\nDrive The Cold Winter Away is a themed musical show with Moonrakers\, a 4-piece folk band accompanied by a narrator.\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\nPrices:Standard tickets – £18.00 \n\n\n\nDuration:90 minutes\, plus an interval \n\n\n\nDates & time:Doors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue details URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/drive-the-cold-winter-away/ LOCATION:Wesley Memorial Church\, Oxford\, New Inn Hall Street\, Oxford\, OX1 2DH CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/moonrakers-02-1920x1080-2.webp GEO:51.7527109;-1.2603899 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wesley Memorial Church Oxford New Inn Hall Street Oxford OX1 2DH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=New Inn Hall Street:geo:-1.2603899,51.7527109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241104T161313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T161510Z UID:10009416-1733529600-1733615999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Bye Bye Baby Christmas Show DESCRIPTION:Bye Bye Baby Christmas Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Bye Bye Baby Christmas Show\n\n\n\nBye Bye Baby are jaw-dropping tributes to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless\, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’. This Christmas-inspired show features the same incredible four-part harmonies\, and roof-raising falsetto associated with one of the most successful groups of all time\, but features Christmas favourites alongside some of Valli’s greatest hits. \n\n\n\nGet ready for the festive season with one of the UK’s best tribute shows\, complete with energetic and stylish choreography! \n\n\n\nBye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night to remember\, and includes Christmas classics like Let It Snow\, Silent Night\, White Christmas\, O Holy Night\, The Christmas Song\, Have Yourself A Merry Christmas\, PLUS Valli’s hits including Sherry\, December ’63 (Oh What A Night)\, Grease\, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You\, Beggin’\, Working My Way Back To You\, and many more! \n\n\n\nFollowing the success of last year’s show\, Bye Bye Baby will once again be inviting a choir of local children on stage to join them in some festive favourites. \n\n\n\nIf you know a child aged 8 to 15 who might be interested please email info@thekenton.org.uk \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket Prices: \n\n\n\nAll Tickets are £30.00 including Fees \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\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDate and times:  \n\n\n\nSaturday 07 December 2024 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:  \n\n\n\n2 hours \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/bye-bye-baby-christmas-show/ 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/Image.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:20241207T174500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T174500 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241203T020805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084644Z UID:10009723-1733593500-1733593500@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Discos For Grown Ups Christmas Party DESCRIPTION:Discos For Grown Ups Christmas Party\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Discos For Grown Ups Christmas Party\n\n\n\nGet glittered up for a fun\, fab and feel-good night of dancing to all your favourite disco\, pop and dance classics at the legendary Disco For Grown Ups 70s\, 80s and 90s disco party. It’s going to be a boogie night to remember. \n\n\n\nGet dressed up and celebrate the festive season with a glittery boogie at the Discos for Grown ups Christmas Party.  \n\n\n\nExpect all the usual disco\, soul and pop classics from the 70s\, 80s and 90s with a few festive favourites to make it a Christmas disco to remember. \n\n\n\nDress code – Glitter and Christmas jumpers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£24.00 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£24.00 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 07 December 2024 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5.30pm for VIP ticket holders and 5.45pm for all other ticket holders. \n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nMinimum Age 16+.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nPlease note that this disco is a standing event to dance at and not a seated event. Seating\, if available\, will be very limited and on a first-come\, first-served basis.\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 8 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/discos-for-grown-ups-christmas-party/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/christmas-for-grown-ups-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241129T001823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084637Z UID:10009724-1733596200-1733596200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Then Jerico DESCRIPTION:Then Jerico\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Then Jerico\n\n\n\nFounder member\, lead singer\, songwriter\, and producer Mark Shaw and his band will perform The Big Area (Outside) album in its entirety and selected tracks from First (The Sound Of Music) and all the hit singles. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£35.30 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£35.30 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 07 December 2024 at 6.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\n8+.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nNo smoking.\n\n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy2 Oxford \n\n\n\nTicket limits:Please note that there is a ticket limit of 10 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/then-jerico/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/8c1d3e0f-20d7-4a40-9666-496af44cbb69.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:20241207T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241107T175919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T095059Z UID:10009684-1733598000-1733607000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Bampton Classical Opera’s Annual St Beornwald’s-tide concert - A Musical Celebration DESCRIPTION:Bampton Classical Opera ‘A Musical Celebration’ – the annual St Beornwald’s-tide concert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Bampton Classical Opera’s Annual St Beornwald’s-tide concert – A Musical Celebration\n\n\n\nChamber music and songs by Mozart\, Poulenc and others. \n\n\n\nKieron-Connor Valentine (countertenor)André Bertoncini\, Jeremy Gray (piano)Bampton Winds \n\n\n\nMozart – Quintet in E flat major for piano and windPoulenc – Trio for oboe\, bassoon and pianoSongs and arias for countertenor and piano \n\n\n\nBampton Classical Opera presents its annual concert for the festive season in commemoration of the village’s patron\, Saint Beornwald. \n\n\n\nThe eclectic programme of music is based around two majestic works by Mozart and Poulenc for piano and wind\, played by artistic director Jeremy Gray and the wind instruments of the Orchestra of Bampton Classical Opera. \n\n\n\nMozart’s beautiful quintet\, for an unusual scoring\, was considered by the composer at the time to be ‘the best thing I have written in my life’. Poulenc’s trio\, his first major chamber work\, is noted for its depth of feeling\, with touches of Mozartian flavour and echoes of other composers’ styles yet retaining its youthful verve. \n\n\n\nKieron-Connor Valentine and André Bertoncini\, prize-winners in the 2023 Bampton Young Singers’ Competition\, join with songs and arias by the same composers as well as a foray into some contrasting light music\, including some Welsh songs. \n\n\n\nPoulenc: Trio for oboe\, bassoon and piano \n\n\n\nMozart: Arias from Mitridate\, re di Ponto:‘Son Reo L’error Confesso’‘Gia dagli occhi il velo e tolto’ \n\n\n\nRhys Jones: Cilfan y coedT Osborne Roberts: Y Gwanwyn Du \n\n\n\nAlain Boublil/Claude-Michel Schoenberg: I Dreamed a Dream (from ‘Les Misérables’) \n\n\n\nJake Heggie/Frederica von Stade: Paper Wings: A Route to the Sky \n\n\n\nINTERVAL \n\n\n\nPoulenc: Hotel \n\n\n\nAmanda McBroom: Calon Lan / The Rose \n\n\n\nCharlie Chaplin: Smile (from ‘Modern Times’) \n\n\n\nIrving Berlin: White Christmas \n\n\n\nW A Mozart: Quintet in E flat major for piano and wind \n\n\n\n(programme order may change) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Standard ticktets – £20.00Under 18s tickets – £10.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are available from the Box Office at 01993 851142 or online URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/bampton-classical-operas-annual-st-beornwalds-tide-concert-a-musical-celebration/ LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Bampton\, Church View\, Bampton\, Witney\, OX18 2LZ CATEGORIES:Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/kieron-connor-valentine-accompanist-andre-bertoncini-photo-credit-sisi-burn-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7274737;-1.5481 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Mary’s Church Bampton Church View Bampton Witney OX18 2LZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Church View\, Bampton:geo:-1.5481,51.7274737 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T230000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241129T002016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084623Z UID:10009725-1733612400-1733612400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Switch 360 with Mozey DESCRIPTION:Switch 360 with Mozey\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Switch 360 with Mozey\n\n\n\nFan favourite Mozey is known for his second-to-none DJ sets and releases\, cementing himself as a mainstay within the drum’n’bass genre. \n\n\n\nMozey is an emerging name in the drum and bass scene\, known for high-energy tracks and performances. He has produced popular hits like Party Muscle\, Robocop\, and a remix of Hide U (2024 Reload). His music combines intricate beats with a crowd-pleasing style\, making him a standout in the genre​. \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, Mozey embarked on the HIGH ENERGY Tour\, performing in major cities\, including a sold-out headline show at EartH in London and upcoming events like a set at the O2 Academy Oxford on 07 December. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£18.50 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£18.50 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 07 December 2024 at 11.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 18s.\n\n\n\nID Required.\n\n\n\n\nCurfew:3.00am \n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy Oxford \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/switch-360-with-mozey/ 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/c2d1c738-d804-44c2-8965-e5668267c5c7.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:20241210T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250104T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20240208T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T132507Z UID:10009259-1733788800-1736035199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:War Horse DESCRIPTION:War Horse Play at New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout War Horse\n\n\n\nWar Horse tells the remarkable story of a young boy called Albert and his horse\, Joey\, set against the backdrop of the First World War. \n\n\n\nAt the outbreak of World War One\, Joey\, young Albert’s beloved horse\, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire\, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey\, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man’s land. Albert\, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm\, cannot forget Joey. Though not old enough to enlist\, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find and bring him home. \n\n\n\nThis powerfully moving and imaginative drama is a show of phenomenal inventiveness\, filled with stirring music and songs\, featuring ground-breaking puppetry work by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company\, which brings breathing\, galloping\, charging\, horses to thrilling life on stage and has inspired a generation of theatre-makers since its premiere in 2007. \n\n\n\nWar Horse\, adapted by Nick Stafford and originally directed by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris\, has become the most successful play in the history of the National Theatre\, winning more than 25 major awards and has been seen by over 8.3 million people worldwide. This all-new tour is co-produced with Michael Harrison\, Fiery Angel\, and Playing Field. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead more: The National Theatre announces cast for War Horse UK and Ireland Tour \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\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee. \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nAge guidance: 10+ \n\n\n\nDates & times:Monday\, Tuesday\, Thursday and Friday at 7.30pmWednesday and Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDuration:2 hours 40 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\nWarning:This production uses strobe lighting. \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/war-horse/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/war-horse-play-show-at-new-oxford-theatre-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:20241212T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241129T002210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084609Z UID:10009726-1734030000-1734030000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Sam Ryder DESCRIPTION:Sam Ryder\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Sam Ryder\n\n\n\nBritish singer and songwriter Sam Ryder takes his infectious pop energy and powerful vocals out on his winter tour. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£40.20 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£40.20 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Thursday 12 December 2024 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nNo under 8s.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times 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: 15cm \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/sam-ryder/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/97f1e855-fb9a-486c-9eca-59c8753ec1d6.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:20241213T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241129T002423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084601Z UID:10009727-1734116400-1734116400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:CVC DESCRIPTION:CVC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout CVC\n\n\n\nInimitable next-gen-yacht-rock six-piece CVC\, Church Village Collective in full\, head back out on tour with their first new music since their 2023 debut album Get Real. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£17.00 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£17.00 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Friday 13 December 2024 at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nNo smoking.\n\n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy2 Oxford \n\n\n\nSecurity – bag policy:Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities for leaving large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t\, please make sure it’s small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size. Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth: 15cm \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/cvc/ 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/7fc1e7a6-a55f-4dff-8734-7f511664059e.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:20241214T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241229T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241009T010229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T125245Z UID:10009417-1734134400-1735516799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Snow White at The Kenton DESCRIPTION:Snow White Pantomime at Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Snow White\n\n\n\nMirror\, mirror on the wall\, which is the fairest panto of them all? \n\n\n\nIt’s Snow White at the Kenton Theatre\, of course! Brought to you by family favourites\, Immersion Theatre – the team behind Jack & the Beanstalk (2023) and Aladdin (2022). \n\n\n\nThis fun-filled festive extravaganza is bursting at the seams with all the ingredients audiences have come to expect from the much-loved pantomimes\, with dazzling costumes\, spectacular dance routines\, a hilarious script\, bags of audience interaction\, and maybe even the odd water gun or two. \n\n\n\nSo what are you waiting for? \n\n\n\nBook your tickets for Henley’s must-see pantomime; it’s the perfect treat for the whole family whether you’re 4 or 104…oh\, yes\, it is! \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\nPrices:Standard performances \n\n\n\n\nAdult – £28.50\n\n\n\nChildren (Under 16) – £22.50\n\n\n\nConcessions – £26.50\n\n\n\nFamily discount (2 adults 2 children) – £2.00 reduction on each ticket\n\n\n\n\nRelaxed performance \n\n\n\n\nAll tickets – £14.50\n\n\n\nOn 17 December at 6.00pm\, the show is designed for those who need a more peaceful performance. This show is also signed.\n\n\n\n\nSchool visitsThere are four performances set aside for school visits. These are at 10.00am and 1.30pm on Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 December 2024. For further information\, contact the Box Office on 01491 525050 or email boxoffice@kentontheatre.co.uk. \n\n\n\nAge guidance:Suitable for all ages \n\n\n\nDuration:120 minutes\, including an interval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVideo trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/snow-white-at-the-kenton/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/snow-white-kenton-theatre-01-1920x1080-1.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:20241214T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241203T121156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084553Z UID:10009728-1734201000-1734201000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Everything Everything DESCRIPTION:Everything Everything\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Everything Everything\n\n\n\nInfectious art-pop quartet Everything Everything head out on tour in support of their seventh album Mountainhead. \n\n\n\nThis event is Sold Out. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 14 December 2024 at 7.00pm                                              \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times 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 15cm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/everything-everything/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Gigs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/09bef7c8-917e-4097-9760-40ef147fb815.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:20241214T194500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T214500 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241027T160120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T203148Z UID:10004457-1734205500-1734212700@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Sixteen at Christmas at SJE Arts Oxford DESCRIPTION:The Sixteen at Christmas – SJE Arts Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Sixteen at Christmas\n\n\n\nThe SixteenHarry Christophers\, conductor \n\n\n\nChristmas is a time for families and old friends\, for well-loved tunes and good cheer. But it’s also a time of mystery and wonder: of silent nights and sounds that echo across centuries. \n\n\n\nFrom medieval carols to visionary modern masterpieces\, The Sixteen’s 2024 Christmas concert at SJE Arts takes its inspiration from the story at the heart of the season – a baby in a stable\, surrounded by simply heavenly singing. \n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\nPlainsong  Salve ReginaEric Whitacre Lux aurumque` \n\n\n\nTraditional  Joys SevenJeremy Dibble Dormi JesuKim Porter Benediction (premiere)John Ireland New Prince\, New PompBernadino de Ribera Vox in Rama \n\n\n\nTraditional  This endris nightAlec Roth Lullaby CarolReena Esmail The Unexpected Early Hour – Lauds (from A Winter Breviary)Tomas Luis de Victoria Ave Maria a8 \n\n\n\nInterval \n\n\n\nMargaret Rizza As Joseph was a-walkingRobert Parsons Ave Maria \n\n\n\nTraditional  Wexford CarolGeorge Kirbye Vox in RamaEdmund Rubbra Dormi JesuTraditional  God Rest You Merry\, GentlemenBernard Rose Our Blessed Lady’s LullabyCharles Villiers Stanford To a treeVictoria Salve Regina a8 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-concert dinner tickets\n\n\n\nThere are a limited number of pre-concert dinner tickets are available at £27.00 per person for 2 courses\, a glass of wine or soft drink\, and coffee or tea. The dinner is held in St Stephen’s House dining room across the cloister from the church. Tickets are available to book with your concert ticket. \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\nPrices:Full price – £15.00 to £50.00Students\, Under 25s and Carers – £5.00 to £40.00 \n\n\n\nThe only concessions available will be those listed on the Buy Tickets page. \n\n\n\nDate & times:Saturday 14 December from 7.45pm to 9.45pm \n\n\n\nDuration: 120 minutes with interval \n\n\n\nDoors open: 7.15pm \n\n\n\nWheelchair spaces and accessible seating:If you require a wheelchair space or accessible seating for this event\, please call 01865 305 305 or email boxoffice@oxfordplayhouse.com for further assistance. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-sixteen-at-christmas-at-sje-arts-oxford/ LOCATION:SJE Arts Oxford\, St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-sixteen-02-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7466409;-1.2399875 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SJE Arts Oxford St John the Evangelist Church 109A Iffley Road Oxford OX4 1EH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road:geo:-1.2399875,51.7466409 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241215T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241215T100000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20231025T062932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241020T204541Z UID:10006118-1734256800-1734256800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Santa Fun Run\, Bicester DESCRIPTION:The Santa Fun Run\, Bicester\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Santa Fun Run\, Bicester\n\n\n\nBicester’s annual Santa Fun Run 2024 is an approximately 5k run that starts and finishes at Pingle Field. All proceeds will be split between the Mayor’s charities\, which this year is Nai’s House and Bicester Foodbank. \n\n\n\nEntry costs £10.00 per adult\, £5.00 per child aged under 16. or £25.00 for a family ticket covering two adults and two children. Under 5s are free of charge. The price includes a Santa suit\, participation medal\, and bacon roll at the finish line. \n\n\n\nAbout Nai’s HouseNai’s House is a blended youth and wellbeing service that offers a new way to access and receive mental health support. Its approach is non-clinical and it has been developed from the viewpoint of the service user. It is backed by research and incorporates many of the ideals that youth consultations and agencies have highlighted a need for. \n\n\n\nAbout Bicester FoodbankBicester Foodbank doesn’t think anyone in the community should have to face going hungry. That’s why it provides three days of nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to it in crisis. Bicester Foodbank is part of a nationwide network of foodbanks\, supported by The Trussell Trust\, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK. \n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information\n\n\n\nPrices:Adults – £10.00Child (under 16) – £5.00Child (under 5) – FreeFamily (2 adults and 2 children) – £25.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Sunday\, 17 December 2023Doors opens at 10.00amRace starts at 11.00am \n\n\n\nGood to know\n\n\n\n\nThere is no parking on the site on the day of the race.\n\n\n\nSanta suits can be collected from Bicester Town Council offices. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-santa-fun-run-bicester/ LOCATION:Pingle Field\, Bicester\, Oxford Road\, Bicester\, Oxfordshire\, OX26 6WB CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/the-santa-fun-run-bicester-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.8944891;-1.1606663 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pingle Field Bicester Oxford Road Bicester Oxfordshire OX26 6WB;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Road:geo:-1.1606663,51.8944891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241218T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241231T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241012T144250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T173016Z UID:10009666-1734480000-1735689599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Cinderella at Cornerstone Arts Centre DESCRIPTION:Cinderella Pantomime at Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cinderella\n\n\n\nPantomime is coming to Cornerstone Arts Centre this Christmas\, oh yes\, it is! \n\n\n\nCinderella dreams of a more magical and exciting life far away from her Wicked Stepsisters. Luckily\, she has her ever-faithful companion\, Buttons\, to brighten her days. \n\n\n\nWhen the dashing Prince Charming decides to throw a grand ball to find his future wife\, Cinderella sees her chance to turn her pumpkin of a life into a sparkling carriage ride to happiness! With a wave of the Fairy Godmother’s wand and a little pumpkin spice\, anything is possible! \n\n\n\nThis sparkling panto\, presented by the multi-award-nominated KD Theatre Productions\, promises to be a dazzling spectacle with plenty of laughs\, top-notch professional performers\, stunning sets\, and lavish costumes.   \n\n\n\nPut on your glass slippers and get ready for the Cornerstone Arts Centre Pantomime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday 18 December at 7.00pm\n\n\n\nThursday 19 December at 7.00pm\n\n\n\nFriday 20 December at 2.30pm & 7.00pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 21 December at 11.00am & 2.30pm\n\n\n\nSunday 22 December at 11.00am & 2.30pm\n\n\n\nMonday 23 December at 1.00pm & 5.00pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 24 December at 11.00am & 2.30pm\n\n\n\nThursday 26 December at 1.00pm & 5.00pm\n\n\n\nFriday 27 December at 1.00pm & 5.00pm\n\n\n\nSaturday 28 December at 2.30pm & 7.00pm\n\n\n\nSunday 29 December at 1.00pm & 5.00pm\n\n\n\nMonday 30 December at 1.00pm & 5.00pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 31 December at 11.00am & 2.30pm\n\n\n\n\nPrices:Standard tickets – £26.00Concessions/Child tickets – £21.00 \n\n\n\nPreview performance:There will be an exclusive Preview Night on Wednesday 18 December at a discounted price of £21.00 (£17.00 for Concessions and Child tickets) and you get to see the show before anyone else. \n\n\n\nTouch tour:There will be a free Touch Tour available on Saturday 28 Dec at 1.00pm\, prior to the matinee performance at 2.30pm. This is to enable those with visual impairments the opportunity to go on-stage and meet members of the cast\, and help understand what the characters look like and feel their costumes and props. Please call the Box Office to book your place. \n\n\n\nRelaxed and signed performance:There will be a relaxed and signed performance on Sunday 29 December at 1.00pm. \n\n\n\nGroup bookings:For group bookings (including schools\, organisations\, charities\, etc.) of 10 people your group can get the 11th ticket free\, to book this group offer please contact our Box Office on 01235 515144. \n\n\n\nDuration:2 hours 10 minutes\, including a 20-minute interval. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/cinderella-cornerstone-arts-centre/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/cinderella-cornerstone-arts-centre-01-1920x1080-1.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:20241220T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241220T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241129T002757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084538Z UID:10009730-1734721200-1734721200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Smyths DESCRIPTION:The Smyths\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Smyths\n\n\n\nJoin The Smyths as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of two iconic Smiths albums\, The Smiths and Hatful of Hollow\, that feature such classic tracks as ‘This Charming Man’\, ‘What Difference Does It Make?’\, ‘Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now’ and ‘How Soon Is Now’. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£20.90 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£20.90 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time: \n\n\n\nFriday 20 December 2024 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 at all times.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\nNo smoking.\n\n\n\n\nLocation:O2 Academy2 Oxford \n\n\n\nTicket limits:Please note that there is a ticket limit of 4 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card on this event. Please adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name\, e-mail address\, billing address\, credit card number\, or other information. \n\n\n\nTicket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on the selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-smyths/ 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/3833eeb4-71e8-48f6-ac3a-e8ef32ea0356.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:20241221T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241221T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241129T003154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T084546Z UID:10009732-1734804000-1734804000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:IAATM Xmas Special DESCRIPTION:IAATM Xmas Special\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout IAATM Xmas Special\n\n\n\nWith MarysGarden / The Subtheory / DarkGnoss / Life Underground / Beaver Fuel \n\n\n\nA Xmas special of fantastic stocking Fillers .. this is guna be a wonderful night indeed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£13.60 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices:£13.60 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 21 December 2024 at 6.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times by an adult over 18.\n\n\n\nUnder 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.\n\n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm \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 15cm \n\n\n\nTicket limits:There is a ticket limit of 4 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card for 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/iaatm-xmas-special/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/amggen_2400_1500.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:20241221T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241221T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241203T121314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T085634Z UID:10009731-1734804000-1734804000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Bingo Lingo - Oxford - Let's Get Piste DESCRIPTION:Bingo Lingo – Oxford – Let’s Get Piste\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Bingo Lingo – Oxford – Let’s Get Piste\n\n\n\nIf you haven’t been to Bingo Lingo before\, it’s about to become your new favourite night out with on-stage fun\, rave rounds\, and prizes that will change your life. \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:£14.00 \n\n\n\nA handling fee of up to £3.25 may be added to each order. \n\n\n\nDate & time:Saturday 21 December 2024 at 6.00pm                                                \n\n\n\nCurfew:10.00pm           \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n\nOver 8s only.\n\n\n\nUnder 14s to be accompanied at all times 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 15cm \n\n\n\nTicket limits:There is a ticket limit of 4 tickets per person\, per household\, and per credit card for 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/bingo-lingo-oxford-lets-get-piste/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/039afa07-5767-4808-880a-8722672acec9.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:20241222T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241222T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241027T160757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T024923Z UID:10004367-1734894000-1734903000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Orchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at SJE Arts DESCRIPTION:Orchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at SJE Arts. Image: George Frideric Handel (1685 to 1759)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Orchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at SJE Arts\n\n\n\nHandel – Messiah\, in the traditional scoring \n\n\n\nHarriet Burns sopranoCharlie Tetley altoSebastien Hill tenorJacob Harrison bass \n\n\n\nOSJ VoicesOrchestra of St John’sJohn Lubbock\, conductor \n\n\n\nOrchestra of St John’s Handel’s Messiah at SJE Arts Oxford is a seasonal classic performed by renowned soloists\, backed by the full forces of the Orchestra of St John’s and the OSJ Voices.  \n\n\n\nJoin the Orchestra of St John’s and the OSJ Voices for a festive performance of Handel’s great oratorio\, The Messiah. \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\nPrices:Front seats – £30.00Middle Seats – £25.00Rear & side seats – £20.00Under 25s – £5.00 \n\n\n\nFree tickets available for NHS workers and for the disabled. Please email admin@osj.org.uk \n\n\n\nWhen you purchase tickets\, the organisers politely ask that you consider adding a voluntary donation to support their work in the community and with children in Special Educational Needs schools. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know…\n\n\n\nHandel’s Messiah is probably the most performed choral work in history\, and\, despite being about the whole of Jesus’ life\, it is now mainly performed at Christmas. \n\n\n\nMessiah was originally an Easter offering and premiered in Dublin on 13 April 1742. The first part prophesied the birth of Jesus Christ\, the second exalted his sacrifice for humankind\, and the final section heralded his Resurrection. \n\n\n\nMessiah’s success in Dublin was soon quickly repeated in London when it was performed for the first time in London a year later at the Covent Garden Theatre. It took time for Messiah to find its niche as a Christmas favourite\, but now\, of course\, Handel’s Messiah is a fixture of the Christmas season. \n\n\n\nHandel composed Messiah in an astounding interlude – between three and four weeks in August and September 1741. Whilst some think it was divine inspiration\, he was actually just really good at writing quickly. He composed operas of a similar length during the short times between theatrical seasons. \n\n\n\nThe original version of Messiah is lost\, as Handel edited and re-worked the music in the years following the premiere. And to create work for as many players as possible extra parts were written for more instruments. \n\n\n\nPS: The tradition of standing for the Hallelujah chorus was begun by King George II at the London premiere – and when the King stands\, so does everybody else. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganiser URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/handels-messiah-at-sje-arts-oxford/ LOCATION:SJE Arts Oxford\, St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Handels-Messiah-01-1920X1080.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Orchestra of St John%E2%80%99s":MAILTO:admin@osj.org.uk GEO:51.7466409;-1.2399875 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SJE Arts Oxford St John the Evangelist Church 109A Iffley Road Oxford OX4 1EH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road:geo:-1.2399875,51.7466409 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241231T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250101T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241123T213703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T213841Z UID:10009713-1735669800-1735693200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Hawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala DESCRIPTION:Hawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala\n\n\n\nRing in the New Year with a night of timeless glamour\, dazzling elegance and spirited fun at a 1920s Charity Gala at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House. \n\n\n\nIndulge in a delectable four-course dinner and enjoy a glass of bubbly upon arrival\, a toast of champagne at midnight and half a bottle of house wine to savour throughout the night for £125.00 per person (+Eventbrite fees). \n\n\n\nDress to impress in your finest vintage attire and dance the night away with a live DJ! Join for an unforgettable night of festivities and make this New Year’s Eve one to remember! \n\n\n\nExtend the night and retire to one of the elegant rooms for just £199.00 per couple\, with breakfast included. \n\n\n\nThis event is organised by Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House in partnership with Sobell House\, SeeSaw and Be Free YC. Proceeds of the tickets\, as well as any donations will support the wonderful work by local charities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:£125 per person\, plus booking fees \n\n\n\nDate & times:Doors open at 6.30pmDinner service starts at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDress code:Vintage attire in the style of the Great Gatsby \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHawkwell House Hotel 1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala menu\n\n\n\n1920s New Year’s Eve Charity Gala menu URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/hawkwell-house-hotel-1920s-new-years-eve-charity-gala/ LOCATION:Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel\, Church Way\, Iffley Village\, Oxford\, OX4 4DZ CATEGORIES:Food & Drink Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/hawkwell-house-hotel-1920s-new-years-eve-charity-gala-01.webp GEO:51.732285;-1.2336424 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel Church Way Iffley Village Oxford OX4 4DZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Church Way\, Iffley Village:geo:-1.2336424,51.732285 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250104T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250106T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20250105T134704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T022033Z UID:10009889-1735948800-1736207999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Wicked DESCRIPTION:Wicked\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wicked\n\n\n\nAfter two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage\, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen. \n\n\n\nWicked\, the untold story of the witches of Oz\, stars award-winning Cynthia Erivo (Harriet\, Broadway’s The Colour Purple) as Elphaba\, a young woman\, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin\, who has yet to discover her true power\, and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda\, a popular young woman\, gilded by privilege and ambition\, who has yet to discover her true heart. \n\n\n\nTheir extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. \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:Standard tickets – £11.00Under 16s – £8.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 04 January at 7.30pmMonday 06 January at 10.30am and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:2 hours 40 minutes \n\n\n\n\nContent guidance:PG \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/wicked/ 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/Wicked.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:20250104T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250104T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241224T152016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T152019Z UID:10009819-1736019000-1736019000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The ELO Encounter 2025 DESCRIPTION:The ELO Encounter 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The ELO Encounter 2025\n\n\n\nRoll over Beethoven\, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here! \n\n\n\nIn an all-live show featuring soaring strings\, striking vocal harmonies\, and playing all the much-loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including ‘Evil Woman’\, ‘Telephone Line’\, and ‘Don’t Bring Me Down. \n\n\n\nThe ELO Encounter promises a night filled with rock\, roll\, and Blue Skies that would make even Mozart mambo and Bach boogie! So Hold On Tight because Rock and Roll Is King in a show that is guaranteed to have you partying All Over The World. \n\n\n\nNot only does it flawlessly recreate the wonderful music of ELO\, but it’s also a spectacular live show from start to finish. Stunning lights and special effects create an atmosphere that will have you fully immersed in the whole experience. \n\n\n\nAs the ELO Encounter reels off ELO classic hit after hit\, it’s guaranteed to have the hairs on the back of your neck dancing in time to the music! \n\n\n\nThat’s what The ELO Encounter tribute show is all about. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Certainly went down a storm!”★★★★★   \n\n\n\nQuay Theatre \n\n\n\n\n\n“A brilliant night out”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nSteve Scruton – BBC Radio \n\n\n\n\n\n“Amazing … a fantastic band”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nTony Fisher – BBC Radio \n\n\n\n\n\n“I’ve never seen such a standing ovation here!” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBraintree Arts Theatre \n\n\n\n\n\n“Simply outstanding … thank you ELO Encounter”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nRoadHouse Birmingham \n\n\n\n\n\n“Best Tribute band we have seen at the Fisher in a very very long time”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nFisher Theatre \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 £21.00 \n\n\n\nMembers:£18.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 04 January 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:2 hours 20 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-elo-encounter-2025/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/f49b9e0d-94e7-48ce-a65d-89cd11bd0a3d.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:20250105T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250105T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20220108T100000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T022055Z UID:10004582-1736067600-1736085600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Bicester Heritage January 2025 Scramble DESCRIPTION:Bicester Heritage January Scramble\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Bicester Heritage January 2025 Scramble\n\n\n\nStart your automotive year in the best way possible with the first Scramble of 2025\, taking place at Bicester Heritage on Sunday\, 05 January – the home of historic motoring – from 9.00am until 2.00pm. \n\n\n\nThe Scramble is an opportunity for hundreds of classic vehicle enthusiasts to come together and enjoy a relaxed gathering\, outdoors with plenty of space and fresh air\, with curated displays and entertainment for all the family. \n\n\n\nAs well as enjoying the visiting classic cars\, motorbikes and other vehicles\, you can also glimpse inside the 50 specialist businesses now based at Bicester Heritage\, giving you a glimpse behind the doors of more than 50 industry-leading specialists\, showrooms and workshops.. \n\n\n\nFamily and dog-friendly\, the Scramble is a wonderful way to while away the weekend hours in the company of some spectacular machines\, with fresh air aplenty and magnificent machines a guarantee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information and FAQs below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:Passes are £26.00 per person\, plus booking fee. \n\n\n\nOne paid pass per adult (15+). \n\n\n\nChildren under 15 years of age may attend free of charge\, but children (including babies and toddlers) require a pass\, which will be checked on entrance into the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nWhat are the timings of the event? \n\n\n\nThe Scramble run from 9.00am until 2.00pm on Sunday 05 January. Please respect neighbours at the venue and be aware of local traffic on arrival and departure at the event. \n\n\n\nDo I need to book in advance? \n\n\n\nYes\, advance passes only. Tickets are available from Universe and will not be available at the gate. \n\n\n\nHow much are tickets? \n\n\n\nPasses are £26 per person\, plus booking fee. Each ticket includes a £1 donation towards StarterMotor\, a Bicester Heritage-based charity with the sole intention of putting young enthusiasts in the driving seat. To find out more please visit www.startermotor.co. Children under 15 are free when accompanied by an adult pass holder but do require a pass. \n\n\n\nWhat is the deal for classic vehicles? \n\n\n\nVisitors planning to arrive in a pre-1990 classic vehicle will be directed to the forward parking display areas. If you are in a post-1990 vehicle you will use general parking – anyone trying to access the pre-1990 display areas will be politely asked to turn around. \n\n\n\nWhat is the deal for vehicle club members? \n\n\n\nClub members are welcome to attend but the organisers do not cater for dedicated parking unless told otherwise. \n\n\n\nDo I have to pay for parking? \n\n\n\nNo\, all parking is free. \n\n\n\nDo I need to buy a pass for every person in my vehicle? \n\n\n\nYes\, everyone needs an individual pass. Children aged four and under are free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder but require a pass. \n\n\n\nCan I amend my pass details online? \n\n\n\nYes\, you can\, here. \n\n\n\nWhich entrances do vehicles use? \n\n\n\nVehicles will be directed by yellow event signs to the gates on Buckingham Road and Skimmingdish Lane. Please follow the event signage. \n\n\n\nCan I fly in? \n\n\n\nIf you would like to arrive via aircraft\, contact Bicester Aero. \n\n\n\nWhich entrance do pedestrians use? \n\n\n\nPedestrians must use the main Bicester Heritage entrance on Buckingham Road\, near the roundabout with Skimmingdish Lane\, with a pass bought online in advance – there will be no pedestrian passes available on the day. \n\n\n\nWhat can I expect to see at the event? \n\n\n\nThe Scramble is an opportunity for hundreds of classic vehicle enthusiasts to come together and enjoy a relaxed gathering\, outdoors with plenty of space and fresh air\, with curated displays and entertainment for all the family. As well as enjoying the visiting classic cars\, motorbikes and other vehicles\, you can also glimpse inside the 50 specialist businesses now based at Bicester Heritage. \n\n\n\nWhat catering will be available? \n\n\n\nThere will be plenty of catering outlets on site\, serving hot and cold drinks and several offerings for all dietary requirements. \n\n\n\nAre dogs allowed on site? \n\n\n\nYes\, well behaved dogs are allowed on site but must be kept on their leads at all times. Please clean up after your dog – bins are provided on site and do remember that vehicles will be moving around and the airfield is active. \n\n\n\nIs there any readmission? \n\n\n\nNo\, sorry\, there is no readmission if you leave the site during the event. \n\n\n\nDo you provide passes for disabled visitor carers or assistants? \n\n\n\nIf you are disabled and require full-time assistance\, the organisers are happy to provide a free pass for your care assistant\, partner or accompanying friend. In order to receive this free pass\, please provide a copy of your most recent DLA or PIP letter showing your current entitlement as well as your blue badge\, should you require car parking on site\, to events@bicestermotion.com. \n\n\n\nWhat disabled facilities are available? \n\n\n\nThere is a dedicated disabled parking area close to the event entrance. There is also a disabled toilet on site. \n\n\n\nAre mobility vehicles available on site? \n\n\n\nEvent Mobility (Charitable Incorporated Organisation) will be providing electric mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs at this event for the use of mobility impaired\, disabled and elderly visitors. \n\n\n\nTo reserve an electric mobility scooter or manual wheelchair please book online at www.eventmobility.org.uk/book-your-scooter. \n\n\n\nOnline bookings must be made 2 days before the event. \n\n\n\nBookings cannot be taken during the event. If there is spare equipment available at the event it is offered on a first come\, first served basis only. \n\n\n\nEvent Mobility is at a number of other events. For further information please visit their website www.eventmobility.org.uk. \n\n\n\nDo you have ATMs at Bicester Heritage? \n\n\n\nSadly not\, but there are plenty nearby in surrounding Bicester and at neighbouring petrol stations and supermarkets. Don’t forget to stop on your way to the Scramble! \n\n\n\nI’m experiencing problems purchasing an admission pass online \n\n\n\nPlease contact the admission pass provider Universe. \n\n\n\nWhat should I wear? \n\n\n\nThis event is outdoors. Please dress appropriately in warm clothes with shoes suitable for exploring the site. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/bicester-heritage-january-scramble/ LOCATION:Bicester Heritage\, Former RAF Bicester\, Buckingham Road\, Bicester\, Oxfordshire\, OX26 5HA CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/bicester-heritage-january-2020-scamble-1600x900.webp GEO:51.9157929;-1.1431259 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bicester Heritage Former RAF Bicester Buckingham Road Bicester Oxfordshire OX26 5HA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Former RAF Bicester\, Buckingham Road:geo:-1.1431259,51.9157929 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250107T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250111T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20240828T105251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T022110Z UID:10009622-1736208000-1736639999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat DESCRIPTION:Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\n\n\n\nJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\, the smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber\, returns! \n\n\n\nThe multi-award-winning show has been performed hundreds of thousands of times\, including multiple runs in the West End and on Broadway\, international tours in over 80 countries worldwide\, and has become one of the world’s most beloved family musicals. \n\n\n\nJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeaturing much-loved pop and musical theatre classics\, including Any Dream Will Do\, Close Every Door\, There’s One More Angel In Heaven\, and Go\, Go\, Go\, Joseph. Book your dream ticket today! \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\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday and Friday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nWednesday\, Thursday\, and Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval. \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/joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat-3/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Joseph_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:20250107T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250107T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20250107T140152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T140252Z UID:10009946-1736254800-1736254800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Corn Exchange Daytime Cinema Presents – The Shawshank Redemption (1994) DESCRIPTION:The Shawshank Redemption (1994)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Corn Exchange Daytime Cinema Presents – The Shawshank Redemption (1994)\n\n\n\nAndy Dufresne\, a successful banker\, is arrested for the murders of his wife and her lover and is sentenced to life imprisonment at the Shawshank prison. He becomes the most unconventional prisoner. \n\n\n\nThe Shawshank Redemption (1994)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£4.00 – £5.00 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:Standard tickets – £4.00Extra legroom – £5.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times:Tuesday 07 January 2025 at 1.00pmDoors at 12.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Corn Exchange\, Witney\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Corn Exchange is a public hall in the centre of Witney\, located in West Oxfordshire. A community space and multi-purpose arts venue. Whether you are looking for music\, theatre\, comedy nights\, lectures\, conferences or even weddings\, it is the venue for you. \n\n\n\nThe Corn Exchange\, Witney\, was built by the private Corn Exchange Company in 1863\, replacing a 16th-century building used in the 1850s as a corn returns office. This beautiful stone building was designed by architect J. Collier of Putney in an Italianate style and\, by 1875\, was Witney’s leading building. \n\n\n\nFrom the outset\, it was used for social events and meetings as well as corn dealings and housed several clubs and societies. The building continues to fulfil this purpose and will continue to do so in the future. \n\n\n\nWith the 19th-century building incorporating all the character you would expect\, plus the addition of modern facilities\, and not forgetting the in-house café and bar 1863\, The Corn Exchange is a destination and focal point for the people of West Oxfordshire and beyond. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Corn Exchange\, Witney\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-shawshank-redemption-1994/ LOCATION:Corn Exchange\, Witney\, Market Square\, Witney\, OX28 6AB CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/shawshank-banner.webp GEO:51.7843386;-1.4847505 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Corn Exchange Witney Market Square Witney OX28 6AB;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Square:geo:-1.4847505,51.7843386 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250108T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250109T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20241207T123159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T022126Z UID:10009767-1736294400-1736467199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Luke Wright: JOY! DESCRIPTION:Luke Wright: JOY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Luke Wright: JOY!\n\n\n\nFollowing the smash hit success of his Silver Jubilee show (“the best thing he’s done and that’s saying something.” ★★★★★ Telegraph)\, Luke Wright returns with a new set of poems that get to grips with the idea of JOY. \n\n\n\nIs it possible\, as a 42-year-old to feel pure unbridled happiness\, and what does it look like? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n★★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n★★★★★ \n\n\n\nLife As Theatre \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 £13 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Wednesday 08 January 2025 at 7.30pmThursday 09 January 2025 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance:Includes strong language \n\n\n\nLocation:BT Studio \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/luke-wright-joy/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Luke-Wright-JOY.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:20250108T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250110T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T192304 CREATED:20250106T203053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T203116Z UID:10009975-1736294400-1736553599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Farming Conference 2025 (OFC25) DESCRIPTION:Oxford Farming Conference\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Farming Conference 2025 (OFC25)\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) is a highlight in the farming industry calendar\, bringing together people from all corners of the agricultural\, rural and food sectors\, generating ideas and positive solutions for the future. \n\n\n\nOFC25 will explore how current and future farming policies provide new opportunities for farmers; how farmers can adapt\, with the help of science and new practices\, to the changing natural world they farm in; and how change and adversity can produce inspiring innovators and leaders who can transform people\, farming and food production. \n\n\n\nThe event will be delivered as a hybrid\, with the option to attend physically in Oxford or Online\, with all main sessions at the Oxford Examination Schools live-streamed for media. Please note fringes\, Inspiring Innovators\, FW Question Time\, the debate and dinners will not be available digitally. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a farmer\, policymaker\, or simply passionate about the future of food\, this is an unmissable event for anyone looking to drive change and innovation in agriculture. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Highlights for OFC25:\n\n\n\nWednesday 08 January \n\n\n\nOFC25 will start from lunchtime on Wednesday for those who wish to make the most of their ticket and experience in Oxford. A new session “Inspiring Innovators” will draw together ideas to support the future of agriculture. The OFC and Fieldwork Book Club and a Farmers Weekly Question Time will also take place on Wednesday\, hosted prior to the Chairman’s Welcome Reception. \n\n\n\nThursday 09 January (Morning): Policy: enabling opportunity \n\n\n\nAgricultural policy is in transition\, in a world requiring increased food production\, with demanding environmental priorities. This creates challenges for governments and farmers\, yet also opportunities. This session will cover the major farming political update\, at domestic and international levels and showcase how farming businesses are responding to these changing drivers. \n\n\n\nThursday 09 January (Morning): Adapting to a changing world \n\n\n\nSeasonal extremes and climate change are testing our established farming systems. Yet technological advances and innovations are creating incredible new opportunities. This session will explore our changing natural world\, how that impacts land used for farming and how today’s science can help feed tomorrow’s world. \n\n\n\nFriday 10 January: Inspiration from change \n\n\n\nChange and adversity can often provide the catalyst for inspirational and influential leadership to flourish. Farming produces fantastic food for increasingly health-conscious consumers. This session will showcase inspiring farmers and food businesses\, and people who have seized new opportunities born out of adversity\, opportunity\, ambition or a simple passion for food. \n\n\n\nOFC25 will finish at 3.00pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nVisit the event website for registration details and the full programme. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-farming-conference/ LOCATION:Examination Schools\, High Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4BG CATEGORIES:Business Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oxford-farming-conference-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7526281;-1.2505485 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Examination Schools High Street Oxford OX1 4BG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=High Street:geo:-1.2505485,51.7526281 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250109T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250109T211000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192305 CREATED:20250107T140524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T221012Z UID:10009961-1736452800-1736457000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Angharad Rowlands and Sholto Kynoch DESCRIPTION:Angharad Rowlands and Sholto Kynoch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Angharad Rowlands and Sholto Kynoch\n\n\n\nFormer Young Artist of the Oxford International Song Festival Angharad Rowlands and pianist and Festival Director Sholto Kynoch present a beautiful evening of songs from 18th and 19th century Vienna. \n\n\n\nJoin us for music by Haydn and Schubert\, together with Mahler’s emotional song cycle on the poems of Friedrich Rückert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£15.00 \n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices:Standard tickets – £15.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Thursday 09 January 2025 at 8.00pmDoors open at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:70 minutes \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/angharad-rowlands-and-sholto-kynoch/ LOCATION:The Olivier Hall\, Oxford\, St Edward’s School\, Woodstock Road\, Oxford\, OX2 7NN CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TO-Angharad-Rowlands.webp GEO:51.7779286;-1.273754 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Olivier Hall Oxford St Edward’s School Woodstock Road Oxford OX2 7NN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Edward’s School\, Woodstock Road:geo:-1.273754,51.7779286 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250110T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250110T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192305 CREATED:20241224T152203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T022143Z UID:10009820-1736537400-1736537400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix\, Clapton & Cream DESCRIPTION:Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix\, Clapton & Cream\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix\, Clapton & Cream\n\n\n\nA power trio of astonishingly talented musicians\, Voodoo Room celebrates the music of Jimi Hendrix\, Eric Clapton\, and Cream with a high-energy show in the true spirit of these iconic\, legendary superstars. \n\n\n\nNo wigs\, and no gimmicks\, Voodoo Room is not a tribute act\, just fantastic musicians playing great music. \n\n\n\nMembers of Voodoo Room have numerous high-profile recording and touring credits under their belts\, including Stevie Winwood\, Massive Attack\, Lulu\, Arthur Brown\, Fish\, Thunder\, and many more. \n\n\n\nGarnering standing ovations and laden with praise wherever they play\, Voodoo Room put on a show not to be missed. \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“Incredible Musicians” \n\n\n\nNeneh Cherry \n\n\n\n\n\n“Stunning” \n\n\n\nTime Out \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 £22.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 10 January 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/voodoo-room-a-night-of-hendrix-clapton-cream-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/52461566_1683270688475224_8922515285781512192_o-copy.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:20250110T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T192305 CREATED:20250107T141047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T022157Z UID:10009934-1736539200-1736539200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Tease DESCRIPTION:Tease burlesque and cabaret experience \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Tease\n\n\n\nStep into the World of “Tease” – the ultimate burlesque and cabaret experience where sensuality and unadulterated fun collide to create an unforgettable evening. \n\n\n\nLed by London’s top comedy compere and award-winning West End burlesque sensations\, “Lady Lust” and “Miss Temptation\,” and our famous “Tease” group dancers. Combined with cabaret\, circus\, and variety acts from across the UK\, set to hit tracks from “Burlesque”\, “Chicago” and chart-topping tunes from Cher\, Christina Aguilera\, and many more favourites. \n\n\n\n“Tease” is a captivating experience that will linger in your memory long after the curtains fall. \n\n\n\nAs the lights dim and the music fills the air\, surrender yourself to the allure of “Tease.” Feel liberated\, sexy\, and empowered as you laugh\, cheer\, and applaud along with a crowd united in the joy of the moment. Experience “Tease” – it’s a celebration of love\, life\, and the power of self-expression. \n\n\n\nSo book now and let’s make a night to remember! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n£30.00 \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 – £30.00 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1 Restoration Levy\, a £1.25 Booking Fee\, and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Friday 10 January 2025 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nContent guidance: Parental permission required \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/tease/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/tease-01-1920x1080-1.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 END:VCALENDAR