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The Very Busy Bumblebee
2026-05-30 00:00 - 23:59 (Europe/London) | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
The Very Busy Bumblebee

About The Very Busy Bumblebee

Mr. Grumpy the Gardener doesn’t like bees. He doesn’t like them buzzing or flying around his head, and he’s always worried they will sting him. But Beatrice the Very Busy Bumblebee just wants to whizz from flower to flower, collect nectar and make lovely sweet honey.

Can Beatrice teach Mr. Grumpy how important she is for his garden and for the whole world?

With themes of friendship and sustainability, this sweet, funny show is the perfect introduction to live ballet and helps children understand just how important our little yellow and black furry friends really are!

With larger than life characters, crystal clear storytelling and fabulous dancing, The Let’s All Dance Ballet Company creates beautifully engaging shows for young and family audiences.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £12.50

When booking 4+ – £11.50

Under 16 – £18.00

Dates & times:

Saturday 30 May 2026 at 11.00am and 1.00pm

Age guidance:

Suitable for children aged 0 to 8 years.

Good to know:

Babes in Arms – Children 12 months and under go free when sharing a paid seat. Please add a free Babes in Arms pass at checkout.

About The Mill Arts Centre

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Panto Young Company Auditions - Snow White
2026-05-30 00:00 - 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Panto Young Company Auditions – Snow White

About Panto Young Company Auditions – Snow White

Would you like to be part of the magic of pantomime?

Young people aged 11 to 15 from across Oxfordshire are invited to audition to perform alongside professional cast in this year’s Oxford Playhouse pantomime, Snow White.

If you’re passionate about acting, singing and dancing, and would like to be on stage this festive season, join one of the group auditions run by members of Oxford Playhouse pantomime creative team.

If selected to be part of Panto Young Company, you must be within the age requirement of 11 to 15 and available for rehearsals and performances from Monday 05 October 2026 to Sunday 03 January 2027.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Saturday 30 May 2026 at 10.00am, 1.00pm and 4.00pm

Age guidance:

11 to 15

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

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

East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market
2026-05-30 10:00 - 13:00 | East Oxford Primary School, Union Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1JP
East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

About the East Oxford Farmers’ & Community Market

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

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

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

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

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

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

Natural Bread – handcrafted speciality breads

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

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

Jason’s Book Box – second-hand books

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

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

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

The market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside.

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

Getting there

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

Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford
2026-05-30 10:00 - 15:00 | West Way Square, Botley Oxford, West Way Square, Botley, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Botley Farmers’ Market, Oxford

About Botley Farmers’ Market

Botley Farmers’ Market, in Botley, just outside Oxford, takes place every Saturday from 10.00am to 3.00pm. The market is located in the brand new West Way Square, and you can pick up all your locally sourced produce and food.

Editorial update

We have unconfirmed reports that the Botley Farmer’s Market is permanently closed. If that’s wrong, you can suggest an edit via our contact page.

Out of the Deep
2026-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Out of the Deep

About Out of the Deep

Every Saturday, families can drop in to the Museum of the History of Science for Out of the Deep, a hands-on session exploring the fascinating world of marine reptiles.

Between 11.00am and 1.00pm, visitors of all ages can handle real specimens and learn more about creatures that once lived beneath the waves.

The event is free and requires no booking. Please note there are no sessions on 04 April (Easter weekend) or 26 December.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Free event

Dates & times:

Every Saturday at 11.00am, except 27 December 2026

Running time:

2 hours

Age guidance:

Suitable for all ages.

Good to know:

Free event. No booking required.

Accessibility information:

Wheelchair accessible? – Yes

Hearing loops? – No

Seating? – Yes

Refreshments? – No

Flashing lights? – No

Loud noises? – No

Sorry to Bother You
2026-05-30 15:00 - 17:35 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Sorry to Bother You

About Sorry to Bother You

In an alternate version of Oakland, California, telemarketer Cassius Green discovers an unexpected key to professional success that rapidly transforms his life. Boots Riley’s inventive dark comedy blends surreal satire with sharp commentary on race, capitalism, and ambition.

Screened as part of Black Horror in “Post-Racial” America: Fear on Film After Obama through Trump 2.0, the film sits within a wider programme exploring contemporary Black horror cinema and its power to confront histories of racism, violence, and inequality.

The series includes landmark titles such as Get Out, Us, Candyman, and Sinners, examining how the genre disrupts dominant narratives and reimagines America’s relationship with race, class, and identity.

Presented by Schwarzman Centre in partnership with Ultimate Picture Palace.

Curated by Dr Christy Wensley, Faculty of English, whose work is supported by a Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship.

Trailer

Tickets

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Booking information

Running time:

2 hours 35 minutes

Age rating:

15+

Language:

English

Location:

Cinema

Content warnings:

Discrimination, language, sex, sexual violence, threat and horror, violence.

About Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities is a major new cultural and academic landmark for the University of Oxford, bringing together seven humanities faculties with performance, exhibition, and public engagement spaces under one roof. Located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, it is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration while opening the humanities to a wider public through events, performances, and year-round programming.

At its heart are world-class venues including a concert hall, theatre, cinema, recital spaces, and galleries, supported by flexible teaching and meeting facilities. A central atrium acts as a social hub, blending academic life with informal gathering spaces, cafés, and exhibitions. More than a university facility, the Centre functions as a civic cultural destination, connecting scholarship with creative practice and strengthening Oxford’s wider cultural life.

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Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford
2026-05-30 18:30 | The Glee Club, Oxford, The Bullingdon, 162 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE
Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford

About Saturday Night Comedy at The Glee Club, Oxford

Treat yourself to a Saturday night of award-winning comedy at The Glee Club in Oxford with four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday.

Lineup:Visit the Glee Club Oxford website for the Saturday Night Comedy lineup.

Tickets

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Booking information

Prices:Full price – £19.00 + booking feeStudent price – £12.00 + booking fee (dated ID required)

Tickets are subject to a booking fee of £2.00

Minimum age: 18+This event is for over 18s only. No refunds will be issued for under 18s. All under 25s may require government-issued photo ID to gain entry.

Doors open:6.30pm

Last entry:7.15pm

Seating: Unallocated seatingIf booked wheelchair accessible seating please email access@glee.co.uk with your requirements.

Visit the event website for more information

Talon: The Acoustic Collection
2026-05-30 19:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Talon: The Acoustic Collection

About Talon: The Acoustic Collection

Talon: The Acoustic Collection features their own breathtakingly beautiful acoustic arrangements from the great singer-songwriters: James Taylor, Simon & Garfunkel, 10cc, CSN, Traveling Wilburys, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, Eagles, Pink Floyd, Toto, Bee Gees, and many more.

Sitting on bar stools and armed with no more than their trademark four-part vocal harmony, acoustic instruments and laid-back banter, Talon will leave you simply spellbound.

Reviews

“Essential listening if you appreciate great musicianship, major label production standards and the tightest harmonies you will hear this side of Crosby Stills Nash.”

Maverick

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£25.00

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Saturday 30 May 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 30 minutes

Location:

The Theatre

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The Theatre Chipping Norton, sometimes called The Theatre, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre, is a theatre, an arthouse cinema, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton.

The theatre has has 217 seats, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community, and it is also a professional venue, welcoming over 55,000 customer visits every year.

It is something unique, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric.

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

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

VW Car Rally at Stonor Park
2026-05-31 00:00 - 23:59 | Stonor Park, Henley-on-Thames, Stonor, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 6HF
VW Car Rally at Stonor Park

About VW Car Rally at Stonor Park

A much-loved fixture in the automotive calendar returns to the rolling Oxfordshire countryside as the VW Car Rally 2026 brings together enthusiasts, families and collectors for a relaxed, festival-style celebration of Volkswagen heritage.

Set within the historic grounds of Stonor Park, the event showcases everything from immaculately restored Beetles and split-screen Campervans to rare air-cooled classics and contemporary VW models. It’s a gathering defined as much by community spirit as by chrome and engineering.

A celebration of Volkswagen culture

Expect a vibrant field filled with colour, character and conversation as owners proudly display their vehicles across the estate. Whether you’re a lifelong VW devotee or simply after a laid-back family day out, the rally offers an accessible and welcoming atmosphere.

Highlights include:

A large-scale display of classic and modern Volkswagen vehicles

Informal concours entries and enthusiast showcases

Family-friendly picnic spaces across the parkland

A curated selection of food and drink vendors

Easy walking routes through landscaped grounds and open countryside

Camping under the stars

For those looking to extend the experience, on-site camping is available on Saturday 30 May 2026, turning the rally into a full weekend escape.

Arrive from noon and settle into a relaxed evening among fellow enthusiasts, with facilities including running water and portable toilets. Wake up surrounded by classic VWs before the main event begins the following morning.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Adults in advance online – £12.00

Adults on the day – £14.00

Children (under 16) – Free

Children (under 16) including access to Tumblestone Hollow adventure playground – £12.50

Overnight camping Saturday 30 May – from £20.00

Camping notes:

Camping from Saturday 30 May (12pm–9pm arrivals)

Limited spaces available (priority for ABVWC member clubs)

Campers must also hold a valid event ticket

Under 16s camp and attend the show free of charge

Good to know

All Volkswagen vehicles are welcome, regardless of age or condition

Dogs are permitted but must remain on leads throughout (the park is a deer estate)

Tumblestone Hollow adventure playground is open for families looking to extend their visit

Concours entries include entry for driver and one passenger

A relaxed, open and characterful gathering, the VW Car Rally remains one of the most enjoyable ways to experience the enduring appeal of Volkswagen design in a truly picturesque setting.

Henley Farmers Market (5th Sundays)
2026-05-31 08:00 - 13:00 | Henley-on-Thames Town Centre, Market Place, RG9 2AQ, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2AQ
Henley Farmers Market, Henly on Thames, Oxfordshire

About Henley Farmers Market

The Farmers Market takes place in Henley Market Place the 2nd Saturday, 4th Thursday and 5th Sunday (if there be one) of the month from 8.00am to 1.30pm

Expect stalls with delicious, fresh, locally produced, seasonal food as well as crafts and non-food items from suppliers in and around the Henley-on-Thames area.

Good to know

The Town Council organises several weekend / Continental-style Markets each year, and the Charter Market is held in Market Place every Thursday (except on the 4th Thursday of the Month when it is replaced by the Farmers Market).

Wolvercote Community Market
2026-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | The White Hart Wolvercote, 126 Godstow Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8PQ
Wolvercote Community Market

About Wolvercote Community Market

Established in 2002, Wolvercote Community Market is the longest running Farmers’ Market in Oxford, and one of three in the North Oxford area. The market aims to provide the community with locally-produced great tasting food.

The Sunday market serves the community and visitors by providing fresh, affordable and ethically sourced food as well as a place to meet, eat and socialise with friends and neighbours. It also provides a free marketplace for local producers and crafts people.

Regular stallholders bring fresh fruit and veg, locally reared meat, sustainably sourced fish, artisan bread, cheese and milk. Other traders produce fantastic cakes, jams, chutneys, pasta, chocolates and even plants and soaps.

The market has an amazing range of freshly made dishes from diverse food regions – Japanese, Middle-Eastern, Asian, and the Mediterranean. There’s also a cafe that serves coffee, tea, cakes, and a ‘Full Wolvercote’ breakfast.

The market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to noon at The White Hart Community Pub in Godstow Road, Lower Wolvercote.

There is a Repair Café and bike clinic on the 2nd Sunday of each monthBring along your broken small electrical item, and a trained volunteer will try to fix it for you and save it from the landfill. They also have volunteer mechanics to provide tune-ups and repairs, and to offer advice to get your cycles rolling smoothly.

If you’re arriving by bicycle, there are plenty of bike racks and a regular bike.

South Oxford Farmers and Community Market
2026-05-31 10:00 - 14:00 | South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 4RP
South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

About the South Oxford Farmers and Community Market

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

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

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

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

Weekly/regular vendors include:

Natural Bread Company

Clays Organic Vegetables

Brill Organic Vegetables

Eadles of Beckley

Sofacoma Wholefoods

Celia’s Bakery

FAI Eggs

Raffaele Pepe

Jericho Coffee Traders

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

Summertown Farmers Market
2026-05-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Summertown Shopping Parade, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 7DY
Summertown Farmers Market, Oxford

About the Summertown Farmers Market

Summertown Farmers Market is a community market that aims to bring new generation farmers market to the high street.

The market hosts a wide range of fresh local and organic producers and street food vendors and a few non-food treats traders.

The market is one of two in the North Oxford area, and it runs outside Summertown’s shopping parade. It is not operated for profit, but rather it is operated to serve the community of Oxford.

The market is open every Sunday from 10.00am to 2.00pm.

Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo
2026-05-31 19:00 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo

About Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo is a phenomenon. She is arguably the world’s favourite female artist – beloved by young and old.

Exhibition on Screen’s award-winning film – first released during COVID to a restricted audience – is back by popular demand with an exciting new addition from the blockbuster transatlantic exhibition from Tate Britain and MFA Houston, ‘Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon’.

Back in the cinemas in May 2026, one month before the Tate exhibition opens, allowing audiences to watch both the film and see the show.

Who was Frida Kahlo? Everyone knows her face, but who was the woman behind the bright colours, the big brows and the floral crowns? Take a journey through the life of a true icon, discover her art, and uncover the true story of her rebellious, passionate and turbulent life.

Making use of the latest technology to deliver previously unimaginable quality, we take an in-depth look at key works throughout her career. Using letters Kahlo wrote to guide us, this definitive film reveals her deepest emotions and unlocks the secrets and symbolism contained within her art.

Exhibition on Screen’s trademark combination of interviews with those who knew her and world experts, commentary and a detailed exploration of her art, combined with new special bonus footage from the 2026 Tate exhibition, delivers a treasure trove of colour and emotion.

This personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works, her home, her studio and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, beauty and revolution.

Created in close collaboration with world experts and those who knew her.

Additional new material from the curators of the groundbreaking new Tate Britain and MFA Houston exhibition.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £19.50

Under 16s – £14.50

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Sunday 31 May 2026 at 7.00pm

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Film rating:

PG

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The Theatre Chipping Norton, sometimes called The Theatre, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre, is a theatre, an arthouse cinema, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton.

The theatre has has 217 seats, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community, and it is also a professional venue, welcoming over 55,000 customer visits every year.

It is something unique, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric.

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

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

Taylormania
2026-05-31 19:00 - 19:20 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Taylormania

About Taylormania

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self-confessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see.

The show has already taken ‘Swiftie’ fans across the world by storm and features all of Taylor’s much-loved hits including; Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble and many, many more.

Not to be missed. Taylormania is coming to New Theatre Oxford in 2026.

Taylormania

Watch the trailer

Tickets

Booking information

Ticket Prices:From £29.12

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95.

Date & time:Sunday 31 May 2026 at 7.00pm

Interval:This show has an interval.

Age guidance: 12+Children aged under 16 must always be accompanied by an adult aged 18

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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Frankie Goes to Bollywood
2026-06-02 00:00 - 2026-06-06 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
Frankie Goes to Bollywood

About Frankie Goes to Bollywood

Presented by Rifco Theatre Company and BEAM Hertford

Composed by Harry Anand

Get ready to be swept away into the dazzling world of Bollywood!

From the makers of Britain’s Got Bhangra comes a new British musical that dives into the dazzling, high-pressure world of Indian cinema, where dreams are mass-produced and women are expected to play by the rules.

At the heart of the story is Frankie, a young British woman with little interest in fame – until a chance encounter sweeps her from suburbia into the Bollywood spotlight. As the cameras roll and expectations rise, Frankie must ask herself: Can she become a star without losing who she is?

With spectacular choreography, lavish costumes, and a cast of unforgettable characters, Frankie Goes to Bollywood is a joyful, moving tale of ambition, identity, and finding your voice.

Featuring original songs by Bollywood hitmaker Harry Anand, this is Rifco Theatre Company’s most ambitious production yet – a feel-good celebration of love, courage, and self-discovery.

Watch the trailer

Reviews

“A powerful and colourful musical.” ★★★★★

Metro

“From the first dhol thud to the final techno beat, Frankie Goes to Bollywood is electric throughout.” ★★★★★

Musical Theatre Review

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £15.00

A £2.75 booking fee per transaction applies to this event across all channels – website, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for members, schools, groups and access bookers.

Dates & times:

Tuesday 02 to Saturday 06 June 2026

Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm

Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 35 minutes, including an interval

Age guidance:

8+

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

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

The Effect
2026-06-02 00:00 - 2026-06-06 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
The Effect

About The Effect

University of Oxford Student Season: Trinity Term 2026

By Lucy Prebble

‘There’s no such thing as side effects, they’re just effects you can’t sell.’

In a clinic in a London suburb, Raushen Pharmaceuticals are trialling an experimental new drug. It might cure depression. It might make you fall in love. Or it might just be a placebo.

Lucy Prebble’s searching, romantic play probes medical ethics, whether we can ever trust our emotions, and the messy human business of falling in love.

Following this year’s acclaimed runs of Uncle Vanya, Company and The Flick, Fennec Fox Productions returns with a striking interpretation of a contemporary classic.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£6.00 to £8.00

Dates & times:

Tuesday 02 to Saturday 06 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Film rating:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Burton Taylor Studio

Age guidance:

14+

Content guidance:

This show contains themes of sex, extended discussion of depression, illness and suicide, simulation of medical procedures, including the use of needles.

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

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

The Harrowing of Hell.26
2026-06-02 00:00 - 2026-06-06 23:59 | Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2LW, United Kingdom
The Harrowing of Hell.26

About The Harrowing of Hell.26

University of Oxford Student Season: Trinity Term 2026

From the York Mystery Cycle

A contemporary, experimental rewriting inspired by medieval mystery cycles.

Adam and Eve have awaited the coming of Christ for over four thousand years. After his crucifixion, Christ descends into Hell to free the righteous. He whom Satan thought he had defeated comes to shatter the gates of Hell.

A bold new production featuring an original text and newly composed music, offering a reimagining of biblical figures and new perspectives on their embodied presence.

Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

Booking information

Ticket prices:

£6.00 to £8.00

Dates & times:

Tuesday 02 to Saturday 06 June 2026 at 9.30pm

Running time:

1 hour

Location:

Burton Taylor Studio

Age guidance:

15+

Content guidance:

This show contains religious (Christian) themes, elements of irreverence, and depictions of psychological distress.

About Oxford Playhouse

Oxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas, family entertainment, contemporary dance and music, student and amateur shows, comedy, lectures and poetry.

The Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series, which brings unique events to various locations across the county.

The theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15,000 individuals annually, offering an extensive range of activities, including post-show discussions, workshops, work experience opportunities, holiday programs, a youth theatre, and a company for young performers.

Oxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages, within its community and online.

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Percival Everett: The 2026 Esmond Harmsworth Lecture
2026-06-02 17:00 - 18:15 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Percival Everett: The 2026 Esmond Harmsworth Lecture in American Arts and Letters

About Percival Everett: The 2026 Esmond Harmsworth Lecture in American Arts and Letters

The Myth of Propositional Content and the Possibility of Fiction

Where does meaning reside in fiction, and how is it constructed when context itself is propositional? How does a culture read and understand when the driving push toward fiction is fueled by voyeurism?

In this lecture, Percival Everett explores how readers generate meaning from narrative, and how fiction’s interpretive demands are shaped by culture, perception, and curiosity.

Everett argues that the ability to read fiction critically and extrapolate meaning beyond the text is essential to a culture’s capacity for reasoning and empathy. He considers how storytelling operates when driven by voyeurism, and what this reveals about the ways audiences engage with narrative.

Presented by the Rothermere American Institute as the 2026 Esmond Harmsworth Lecture in American Arts and Letters, Everett is a Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award–winning author whose novel James reimagines Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from Jim’s perspective.

The lecture continues a distinguished series that has featured leading figures in American literature and criticism, and forms part of Unfinished Revolutions, a season tracing the living legacy of 1776.

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Booking information

Tickets:

This event is currently sold out. To be added to the waiting list, email tickets@schwarzmancentre.ox.ac.uk or call 01865 615500 (Monday to Friday, 12.00pm to 6:00pm).

Running time:

Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes

Age guidance:

Recommended age 12+

Location:

Theatre

About Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities is a major new cultural and academic landmark for the University of Oxford, bringing together seven humanities faculties with performance, exhibition, and public engagement spaces under one roof. Located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, it is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration while opening the humanities to a wider public through events, performances, and year-round programming.

At its heart are world-class venues including a concert hall, theatre, cinema, recital spaces, and galleries, supported by flexible teaching and meeting facilities. A central atrium acts as a social hub, blending academic life with informal gathering spaces, cafés, and exhibitions. More than a university facility, the Centre functions as a civic cultural destination, connecting scholarship with creative practice and strengthening Oxford’s wider cultural life.

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Met Opera: El Ultimo Sueno de Frida y Diego
2026-06-02 18:30 | The Theatre Chipping Norton, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NL
Met Opera: El Ultimo Sueno de Frida y Diego

About Met Opera: El Ultimo Sueno de Frida y Diego

American composer Gabriela Lena Frank’s first opera, a magical-realist portrait of Mexico’s painterly power couple Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, with libretto by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Nilo Cruz.

Fashioned as a reversal of the Orpheus and Euridice myth, the story depicts Frida, sung by leading mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard, leaving the underworld on the Day of the Dead and reuniting with Diego, portrayed by baritone Carlos Álvarez.

The famously feuding pair briefly relive their tumultuous love, embracing both the passion and the pain before bidding the land of the living a final farewell.

Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the Met-premiere staging of Frank’s opera, a “confident, richly imagined score” (The New Yorker) that “bursts with color and fresh individuality” (Los Angeles Times). The vibrant new production, taking enthusiastic inspiration from Frida and Diego’s paintings, is directed and choreographed by Deborah Colker.

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Ticket prices:

Standard – £19.50

Under 16s – £14.50

All prices include any booking fees

Dates & times:

Tuesday 02 June 2026 at 6.30pm

Running time:

2 hours 50 minutes

Location:

The Theatre

About The Theatre Chipping Norton

The Theatre Chipping Norton, sometimes called The Theatre, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre, is a theatre, an arthouse cinema, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton.

The theatre has has 217 seats, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community, and it is also a professional venue, welcoming over 55,000 customer visits every year.

It is something unique, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric.

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

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Academy Summer Term
2026-06-03 16:15 - 17:45 | Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Academy Summer Term

About Academy Summer Term

Join Aylesbury Waterside’s Academy. Weekly drama sessions for ages 7 to 11.

Develop key drama skills through games, tasks, improvisation, devising, script and creative work. Exploring a range of spaces across the theatre venue theatre: what better way to introduce children to the world of performance and creativity!

No prior experience necessary: the class allows children to explore a variety of themes and subjects in a safe and inclusive environment.

Participants will need to wear comfortable clothing that they can move around in and no heavy boots/shoes (we would recommend trainers!). They will need to bring a snack and a water bottle which can be re-filled as needed.

All Creative Learning practitioners and assistants are DBS-checked, and an assistant will remain in the session in a pastoral role throughout, helping children to settle in and gain confidence.

The Creative Learning team will email you with further details and a parent/guardian registration form. Send queries re this booking to AylesburyCreativeLearning@atgentertainment.com..

Academy Summer Term

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Booking information

Dates & times:

Wednesdays from 15 April to 24 June. No session 27 May.

Running time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Location:

Main Auditorium

Age guidance:

7 to 11

About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

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

Opened in 2010, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London.

Designed for comfort and accessibility, the venue features step-free access, wheelchair spaces, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical, stand-up comedy, or a magical Christmas pantomime, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone.

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Anna Lapwood
2026-06-03 18:30 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Anna Lapwood

About Anna Lapwood

Join stellar organist Anna Lapwood for her first-ever tour with her brand-new bespoke touring organ, bringing the instrument into new spaces and theatres across the UK!

Join Anna to hear her trademark fusion of film scores and classical repertoire, with iconic themes from Pirates of the Caribbean, Lord of the Rings and Star Wars heard alongside music by contemporary classical composers. Sparkles are strongly recommended!

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Ticket prices:

From £32.69

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Wednesday 03 June 2026 at 7.00pm

Running time:

This show has an interval

Age guidance:

Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult 21+

No under 5s

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

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The Cat In The Hat
2026-06-04 00:00 - 2026-06-05 23:59 | The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury, Spiceball Park, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5QE
The Cat In The Hat

About The Cat In The Hat

From the producers of ‘Spot’s Birthday Party.’

Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat.

From the moment his tall, red and white striped hat appears, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met.

With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure.

The Cat in the Hat is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children.

Meet the Cat in the Hat after the show!

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard – £17.00

When booking 4+ tickets – £15.50

Schools Rate – £14.50 (with a free teacher ticket for every 10 students)

Dates & times:

Thursday 04 to Friday 05 June 2026

Thursday at 2.00pm and 4.30pm

Friday at 10.30am and 1.30pm

Running time:

50 minutes

Age guidance:

3+

About The Mill Arts Centre

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Storytelling Training June
2026-06-04 14:00 - 17:00 | Old Fire Station, Oxford, 40 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AQ
Storytelling Training

About Storytelling Training June

Join us for our Storytelling trainings.

Part 1: Introduction to Storytelling training

Thursday 04 June 2.00pm – 5.00pm, online

A step-by-step introduction to the Storytelling method and how to put it into practice in the context of your own work.

Part 2: Story Collecting training

Thursday 11 June 2.00pm – 5.00pm, online

Building on part one, an in-depth and practical look at story collecting, including how to set-up, structure, and guide conversations which lead to rich and insightful stories in the voice and words of the storyteller.

In order to participate you must be able to attend both parts of the training. The price covers the cost of both sessions.

Since 2017 we’ve worked with over 90 partners and collected 150 stories and counting. https://www.storytellingevaluation.co.uk/

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

Standard £300.00

Pay more £350.00

Pay less £150.00

Dates & times:

Thursday 4 June and Thursday 11 June

In order to participate you must be able to attend both parts of the training. The price covers the cost of both online sessions.

Running time:

3 hours

Good to know:

Please note the attendee will be contacted with a link to join a week before the training.

About The Old Fire Station

The Old Fire Station in Oxford is an arts centre with a unique social mission, combining creativity with community impact. Located in the city centre, it hosts a vibrant programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, comedy, and workshops.

It shares its space with the homelessness charity Crisis Skylight Oxford, supporting people experiencing homelessness through training and opportunities in the arts. By bringing artists, audiences, and vulnerable communities together, The Old Fire Station aims to challenge inequality and inspire positive change.

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Beth Hart
2026-06-04 19:00 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Beth Hart

About Beth Hart

If you have ever seen Beth Hart live or immersed yourself in her music, you know she puts every ounce of her being into her songs. For all of those empathetic superpowers, she also needs someone to catch her when she falls. Firebrands inspire; it’s what attracts people to them.

However, part of those personalities’ makeup is that they do not wear a harness. They thrive on the freedom and space around them. But, with that comes danger; you need an emotional crash mat, and those save lives. It is something we all need at times throughout our lives.

Beth Hart

Beth says about the title track, “This is a true story. I had a moment where I wasn’t in a positive mood, and I was hanging out on the couch, crying pretty hard, and Scott said, ‘Hey, do you need a hug?’ I said, ‘I’ve got nothing inside left to love, and he said, you still got me.

“I said, hang on a minute; I’ll be right back. I went downstairs and used those words and how he said it. You say something like that, and someone you love says back, but you’ve still got me. It’s true. If I’ve still got him, I’ve still got everything.”

You can see this in the ‘You Still Got Me’ video, poignantly featuring her beloved husband, Scott. Along with the team around her, provide that surface to fall on when she needs it. Her fans adore her, and the feeling is replicated. You can see that night after night on tour, the adulation she receives and that she also gives back, which is why there is a bond like few other artists have.

That connection has been forged over the last 28 years of releasing music in which she unapologetically wears her heart on her sleeve – like a warrior. Which is precisely what she is.

It’s okay not to be okay. It’s okay to struggle sometimes, and it takes enormous strength to open yourself up to help. Reaching out a hand to have someone hold on to it is strength. This is something that we can all learn.

Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £66.50

Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

Dates & times:

Thursday 04 June 2026

Doors open at 7.00pm

Show start: TBC

Running time:

This show has an interval

Age guidance:

14+

Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult.

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

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Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Hough Plays Hough
2026-06-04 19:30 | Sheldonian Theatre, Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AZ
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Hough Plays Hough

About Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Hough Plays Hough

Vaughan Williams Fantasia on a Theme of Thomas Tallis

Stephen Hough Piano Concerto, ‘The World of Yesterday’

Brahms Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 73

Sir Stephen Hough piano

Marios Papadopoulos conductor

Johannes Brahms looked out over an Austrian lake as he worked on his Symphony No. 2.

The music captures the menacing yet mellifluous view of nature he saw, as the passing clouds of day gave way to the infinite beauty of the sunset, the dark stillness of night and a glorious awakening to a new day.

Before this, Sir Stephen Hough joins Marios Papadopoulos and the orchestra for a performance of his own piano concerto, a work ‘of jaw-dropping complexity and finger-crunching virtuosity for orchestra and pianist, in the words of one critic.

The concert opens with purifying music by Ralph Vaughan Williams: his serene and somehow wholly English Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis.

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

From £20.00

(Students from £5.00)

Dates & times:

Thursday 04 June 2026 at 7.30pm

Running time:

2 hours

About the Sheldonian Theatre

Home to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music.

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

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Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music
2026-06-05 00:00 - 2026-06-13 23:59 | Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music

About Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music

Based on the award-winning stage show

A decade-long labour of love, this riotous concert film captures New York theatre legend and MacArthur “Genius” Fellow Taylor Mac’s joyously queer 24-hour immersive performance, A 24-Decade History of Popular Music.

The work spans US history from 1776 to the present day through more than 240 songs, performed by Mac and a large supporting ensemble in a single marathon staging in Brooklyn.

This feature-length documentary by Oscar-winning filmmakers Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman distils the scale, ambition and radical spirit of the original live experience.

Moving from sailor’s ditties to disco and pop anthems, the film showcases Mac’s exuberant blend of performance, history and catharsis.

Taylor Mac is a Schwarzman Centre Cultural Fellow for 2025/26 in partnership with Mansfield College. The event forms part of Unfinished Revolutions, a season tracing the living legacy of 1776.

Trailer

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Tickets:

Maximum 10 tickets for this event per order

Dates & times:

05 June at 7.00pm

06 June at 7.00pm

07 June at 7.00pm

12 June at 3.00pm

13 June at 3.00pm

Running time:

Approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes

Location:

Cinema

About Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities is a major new cultural and academic landmark for the University of Oxford, bringing together seven humanities faculties with performance, exhibition, and public engagement spaces under one roof. Located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, it is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration while opening the humanities to a wider public through events, performances, and year-round programming.

At its heart are world-class venues including a concert hall, theatre, cinema, recital spaces, and galleries, supported by flexible teaching and meeting facilities. A central atrium acts as a social hub, blending academic life with informal gathering spaces, cafés, and exhibitions. More than a university facility, the Centre functions as a civic cultural destination, connecting scholarship with creative practice and strengthening Oxford’s wider cultural life.

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Banbury Farmer’s Market
2026-06-05 08:30 - 13:30 | Banbury Market Place, Banbury Market Place, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5UN
Banbury Farmers Market

About Banbury Farmer’s Market

Banbury Farmer’s Market takes place on the first Friday of every month from 8.30am to 1.30pm.

This popular, friendly North Oxfordshire farmers’ market features plenty of fresh, quality produce including varieties of meat, fish and cheeses, delicious seasonal fruit and vegetables, as well as locally sourced pies, bread, cakes, plants and flowers. It also provides an opportunity to meet some of your local farmers and growers.

The market is operated by Cherwell District Council.

Good to know

The farmer’s market is held on the same site as the Banbury Charter Market.

The Charter Market has been trading for several centuries since the town was established back in the 17th Century. Today it hosts approximately 30 stalls offering a range of products, including fruit and vegetables, clothing, footwear, tools, cards and garden plants.

The Royal Charter Market, also operated by Cherwell District Council, runs on Thursdays and Saturdays. There are additional antiques’ stalls on the second and fourth Thursday of each month.

Marmozets
2026-06-05 19:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UE, United Kingdom
Marmozets

About Marmozets

Marmozets are back. Raw, relentless, and unapologetically themselves.

Originally formed in Yorkshire, the band return with their latest album CO.WAR.DICE., channelling heavyweight, hook laden songs which waste no time in throwing their punches.

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£23.50

Dates & times:

Friday 05 June 2026 at 7.00pm

Curfew:

11.00pm

Age guidance:

Over 8s only.

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

Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol.

Location:

O2 Academy2

Security – bag policy:

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

Ticket limits:

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

About O2 Academy Oxford

The Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford, which officially launched in September 2007, with performances from New Young Pony Club, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives.

Since then, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran, Foals, Stereophonics, Ozzy Osbourne, Babyshambles, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details, including opening times, getting there, age restrictions and more.

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
2026-06-05 20:00 - 21:30 | New Theatre Oxford, 24-26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 2AG
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny at New Theatre Oxford

About Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

If you like fast-paced and edgy one-liners, then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show ‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’.

Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets. Jokes attract people, but they can also repel. Some people are repelled by Jimmy’s dark brand of comedy. This show is not for them. But if it’s the kind of thing you like, then this is the kind of thing you’ll like.

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny will be 90 minutes of solid jokes, no interval. Why not book a table somewhere before or after and make the most of the night out.

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Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny at New Theatre Oxford

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Date & times:

Friday 05 June at 8.00pm.

Doors open 30 minutes before the show starts.

Duration:

1 hours 30 minutes with no interval

Age guidance: 16+

Not suitable for Under 16s.

About New Theatre Oxford

There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.

The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.

On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.

There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.

There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.

See important information about Getting there and Access here

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