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:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T065242Z UID:10012022-1774483200-1774742399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Hot L Baltimore DESCRIPTION:The Hot L Baltimore\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Hot L Baltimore\n\n\n\nStep inside The Hot L Baltimore – Lanford Wilson’s award-winning play about the humour and heartbreak of America’s forgotten dreamers. Set in a once-grand hotel\, this play brings to life the vivid stories of the people who call it home. With sharp wit and compassion\, Wilson reveals the resilience of the human spirit even as the lights begin to fade. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this powerful\, poignant\, and darkly funny portrait of life on the margins. \n\n\n\nPresented by nineteen actors from The Oxford School of Drama\, this is a great chance to watch emerging talent from a top UK drama school. \n\n\n\nThe Oxford School of Drama’s alumni include the multi-award-winning Claire Foy (The Crown) and Richard Gadd (Baby Reindeer)\, Olivier Award nominee Tanya Reynolds (A Mirror\, The Almeida Theatre) and Olivier Award winner Maimuna Memon (Natasha\, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812\, Donmar Warehouse) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £16.00 \n\n\n\nPay More – £20.00 \n\n\n\nPay Less – £12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 26 to Saturday 28 March 2026 \n\n\n\nThursday to Saturday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nSaturday matinee at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-hot-l-baltimore/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Theatre-HotLBaltimore-landscape.webp GEO:51.7781313;-1.2676696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade Oxford OX2 7JN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Parade:geo:-1.2676696,51.7781313 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T135641Z UID:10011974-1774467000-1774474200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous DESCRIPTION:Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous\n\n\n\nIt’s almost easier to say whom Ruby Wax didn’t meet\, interview and coax fascinating insights from in her huge TV shows ‘Ruby Wax Meets’ and ‘Full Wax’. Donald Trump\, OJ Simpson\, Pamela Anderson\, Madonna and many more. \n\n\n\nHer provocative\, abrasive\, incomparable style was – just about – kept in check by lifelong friend and A-list producer\, Clive Tulloh. Together live on stage\, they review clips from the extraordinary shows\, tell scandalous stories never before heard\, and take the audience along for the ride. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Ruby Wax & Clive Tulloh. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Deeply thoughtful and resolutely frothy” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“Fascinating” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nThe Telegraph \n\n\n\n\n\n★★★★ \n\n\n\nArtsHub \n\n\n\n\n\n“Hilarious” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nEntertainment Focus \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAll Tickets £30.00 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 25 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \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/ruby-wax-absolutely-famous/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ruby-Wax-Absolutely-Famous.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:20260325T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20250713T003732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T194630Z UID:10010767-1774467000-1774467000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins DESCRIPTION:The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins\n\n\n\nJohn Mackay & Sally Homer\, in association with Debi Allen/Curtis Brown\, present The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins. \n\n\n\nYou may know her as Bake-Off Sue\, Taskmaster Sue\, Just A Minute Sue\, or the Sue that gives you travel envy – but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. In this brand-new show\, she shares the unlikely happenings from a career in the spotlight. \n\n\n\nWhat’s the fallout when your pituitary gland goes haywire on live TV? How do you convince the public you didn’t really fall into that Hoover attachment? And when intimate photos get splashed all over the internet\, how do you switch the shame to dignity and joy? \n\n\n\nIn her first live show in over a decade\, Sue delivers a hilarious treatise on stigma\, humiliation\, and misunderstanding. \n\n\n\nThe Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £34.35 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 25 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 50 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n16+ \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/the-eternal-shame-of-sue-perkins/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TheEternalShameofSuePerkins_1920_x_1080_Prod-Shot.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:20260325T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20251130T130539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T161940Z UID:10012152-1774461600-1774465200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:YouthLab: Weekly Drama Workship in Kidlington DESCRIPTION:YouthLab: Weekly Drama Workship in Kidlington\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout YouthLab: Weekly Drama Workship in Kidlington\n\n\n\nYouthLab youth theatre offers young people the opportunity to develop drama skills\, discover their artistic style and create their own original work. \n\n\n\nIn the autumn term\, members focus on performance skills; in the spring\, they devise a new show; and in the summer\, they rehearse for a dynamic Summer Showcase at The North Wall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£90.00 per term \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 07 January to Wednesday 25 March 2026 \n\n\n\nWednesdays 6.00pm to 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12 to 17 URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/youthlab-weekly-drama-workship-in-kidlington/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:St John’s Church\, Kidlington\, The Broadway\, Kidlington\, Oxfordshire\, OX5 1DD CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/YouthLab-Weekly-Drama-Workship-in-Kidlington.webp GEO:51.8098161;-1.2800936 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St John’s Church Kidlington The Broadway Kidlington Oxfordshire OX5 1DD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Broadway:geo:-1.2800936,51.8098161 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20251130T130440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T160543Z UID:10012141-1774461600-1774465200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:YouthLab: Weekly Drama Workshop in Cutteslowe DESCRIPTION:YouthLab: Weekly Drama Workshop in Cutteslowe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout YouthLab: Weekly Drama Workshop in Cutteslowe\n\n\n\nYouthLab youth theatre offers young people the chance to develop drama skills\, discover their artistic voice and create original work. \n\n\n\nDuring the autumn term\, members focus on performance skills; in the spring\, they devise a new show; and in the summer\, they rehearse for a vibrant Summer Showcase at The North Wall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£90.00 per term \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 07 January to Wednesday 25 March 2026 from 6.00pm to 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nCutteslowe Community Centre \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12 to 17 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/youthlab-weekly-drama-workshop-in-cutteslowe/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Cutteslowe Community Centre\, 31 Wren Road\, Oxford\, OX2 7SX CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/YouthLab-Weekly-Drama-Workshop-in-Cutteslowe.webp GEO:51.7870352;-1.2602633 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cutteslowe Community Centre 31 Wren Road Oxford OX2 7SX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=31 Wren Road:geo:-1.2602633,51.7870352 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20251130T125931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T161134Z UID:10012163-1774458000-1774461600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:NW Inventors: Weekly Drama Workshop in Kidlington DESCRIPTION:NW Inventors: Weekly Drama Workship in Kidlington\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout NW Inventors: Weekly Drama Workshop in Kidlington\n\n\n\nThe NW Inventors youth theatre in Kidlington offers young people the chance to make new friends\, build confidence and develop drama skills. \n\n\n\nDuring the autumn term\, members focus on performance techniques; in the spring\, they devise a brand-new show; and in the summer\, they rehearse for an exciting Summer Showcase at The North Wall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£90.00 per term \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 07 January to Wednesday 25 March 2026 \n\n\n\nWednesdays 5.00pm to 6.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n8 to 11 URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nw-inventors-weekly-drama-workshop-in-kidlington/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:St John’s Church\, Kidlington\, The Broadway\, Kidlington\, Oxfordshire\, OX5 1DD CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/NW-Inventors-Weekly-Drama-Workship-in-Kidlington.webp GEO:51.8098161;-1.2800936 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St John’s Church Kidlington The Broadway Kidlington Oxfordshire OX5 1DD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Broadway:geo:-1.2800936,51.8098161 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20251130T125759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T125349Z UID:10012174-1774458000-1774461600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:NW Inventors: Weekly Drama Workshop in Cutteslowe DESCRIPTION:NW Inventors: Weekly Drama Workship in Cutteslowe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout NW Inventors: Weekly Drama Workshop in Cutteslowe\n\n\n\nThe NW Inventors youth theatre invites young participants to make new friends\, build confidence and develop their drama skills. \n\n\n\nOver the autumn term\, the group will focus on performance training; in the spring\, they will devise an original show; and in the summer\, they will rehearse for a vibrant Summer Showcase at The North Wall. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£90.00 per term \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 07 January to Wednesday 25 March 2026 \n\n\n\nWednesdays 5.00pm to 6.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nCutteslowe Community Centre \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n8 to 11 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nw-inventors-weekly-drama-workshop-in-cutteslowe/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/NW-Inventors-Weekly-Drama-Workship-in-Cutteslowe.webp GEO:51.7781313;-1.2676696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade Oxford OX2 7JN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Parade:geo:-1.2676696,51.7781313 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T044353Z UID:10011805-1774440000-1774440000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Organ Recital with Ian Hockley DESCRIPTION:Organ Recital with Ian Hockley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Organ Recital with Ian Hockley\n\n\n\nOxford Town Hall will host an organ recital with Ian Hockley in the venue’s impressive Main Hall\, showcasing the renowned Father Willis Organ. \n\n\n\nAudiences are invited to enjoy a relaxed lunchtime concert\, with guests welcome to bring a packed lunch\, while tea and coffee will also be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£7.00 – cash only (change is encouraged!)  \n\n\n\nTickets available at the door  \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 25 March 2026 at 12.00pm URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/organ-recital-with-ian-hockley/ LOCATION:Oxford Town Hall\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,\, Oxford\, OX1 1BX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Organ-Recital-with-Ian-Hockley.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Town Hall Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford OX1 1BX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\,:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T044257Z UID:10011910-1774396800-1774569599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Pygmalion DESCRIPTION:Pygmalion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pygmalion\n\n\n\n“The difference between a Lady and a flower girl isn’t how she behaves\, but how she is treated”. \n\n\n\nEliza Doolittle is a Cockney flower girl with big dreams. \n\n\n\nHenry Higgins is a brash Professor of Speech with a big ego. \n\n\n\nWhen a chance encounter sparks a daring bet\, Eliza is catapulted from the rainy streets of Covent Garden to the top of Edwardian High Society. Can she pass for a Duchess or will the experiment expose more than just her accent? \n\n\n\nFollowing their acclaimed national tour of The Importance of Being Earnest\, HangFire Theatre returns with a sparkling new adaptation of Bernard Shaw’s hilarious and heartfelt satire on identity and class\, which inspired the hit musical My Fair Lady. \n\n\n\nWill you miss your chance to experience this classic rags-to-riches story? \n\n\n\n“Not bloody likely!” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £21.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions – £18.00 \n\n\n\nSchools – £12.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 25 to Thursday 26 March 2026 \n\n\n\nWednesday at 7.30pm\, Thursday at 1.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/pygmalion/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Pygmalion.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:20260324T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T204500 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T135045Z UID:10011973-1774380600-1774385100@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Glitch – The true story of the Post Office scandal DESCRIPTION:Glitch – The true story of the Post Office scandal\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Glitch – The true story of the Post Office scandal\n\n\n\nPam Stubbs has been the sub-postmistress of Barkham Post Office for over twenty years\, respected and loved by the community. \n\n\n\nBut when unexplained discrepancies start appearing in her accounts\, Pam soon finds herself at the heart of the biggest miscarriage of justice in English legal history. \n\n\n\n‘Glitch’ is an inspirational true story\, based on the experiences of Pam and her colleagues. The play was created with sub-postmistresses and masters affected by the events\, key members of the legal process and commissioned by the University of Reading. \n\n\n\nWriter: Zannah Kearns \n\n\n\nDramaturg: Beth Flintoff \n\n\n\nDirector: Gareth Taylor \n\n\n\nDesign: Caitlin Abbott \n\n\n\nLighting Design: Oliver Welsh \n\n\n\nMusic and Sound Design: Benjamin Hudson \n\n\n\nBased on an original concept by Elizabeth Conaghan \n\n\n\nRABBLE Theatre tells local stories of national significance. Company credits include Top 5 UK show (Telegraph)\, Top 20 UK Show (Guardian)\, OffComm Recommendation (Off West End Awards)\, Regional production of the Year (Spy in the Stalls) and Best Arts\, Theatre & Culture Winner (Muddy Stilettoes). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A powerful\, emotional and fascinating story from the excellent RABBLE Theatre.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nWest End Best Friend \n\n\n\n\n\n“Your production was amazing. Thank you so much for keeping the story alive.” \n\n\n\nSeema Misra\, sub-postmistress\, wrongly imprisoned whilst pregnant. \n\n\n\n\n\n“A powerful response to a national disgrace. First Class.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nDominic Cavendish\, The Daily Telegraph \n\n\n\n\n\n“Go and see this piece of theatre. It has a visceral effect that is very\, very powerful.” \n\n\n\nNick Wallis\, Investigative Journalist \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nAdult – £26.75 \n\n\n\nStudents – £22.75 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 24 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 15 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Kenton Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nSituated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames\, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240\, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy\, drama\, music\, talks and more – as well as being available for hire. \n\n\n\nThe theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS)\, Henley Children’s Theatre\, Henley Drama Festival\, Henley Literary Festival\, Henley Players\, Henley Youth Festival\, Mike Hurst\, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO)\, Woodley Light Operatic Society\, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre\, Georgie Fame\, Haley Mills\, Chris Barber\, Dara O’Briain\, Diana Rigg\, Russell Brand\, PP Arnold and Marti Webb. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s first production\, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson\, John Mortimer\, Anthony Newley\, Kate Winslet\, Tom Baker\, Joe Brown\, Diana Dors\, David Essex\, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Kenton Theatre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/glitch-the-true-story-of-the-post-office-scandal/ LOCATION:Kenton Theatre\, Henley-on-Thames\, 19 New Street\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 2BP CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Glitch-–-The-true-story-of-the-Post-Office-scandal.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:20260324T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T044312Z UID:10012097-1774380600-1774380600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Meet Fred DESCRIPTION:Meet Fred\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Meet Fred\n\n\n\nA decade ago\, a two-foot-tall puppet took on the world—and he’s still fighting. After touring 20+ countries and delighting thousands of audiences\, Meet Fred returns to the UK for its 10th anniversary tour. \n\n\n\nThis darkly hilarious\, critically acclaimed production follows Fred\, a cloth puppet just trying to live an ordinary life—get a job\, find love\, be part of society. But with his Puppetry Living Allowance under threat\, Fred’s world spirals out of control. How do you hold on to independence when the system pulls the strings? \n\n\n\nWith biting wit\, razor-sharp political satire\, and moments of unexpected tenderness\, Meet Fred is an unmissable comedy that has resonated with audiences across the globe. \n\n\n\nCreated by award-winning inclusive theatre company Hijinx\, the show features a stellar cast of performers with and without learning disabilities and/or autism\, whose lived experiences bring depth and authenticity to Fred’s struggle. \n\n\n\nCelebrating 10 years of making audiences laugh\, gasp\, and rethink the world around them\, Meet Fred is as urgent and relevant today as ever. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A real marvel… essential viewing for humans and puppets everywhere”. ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nTotal Theatre \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £18.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £16.20 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 24 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains strong language and puppet nudity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built\, professional arts\, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot\, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2008\, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances\, participatory activities\, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium\, an art gallery\, a dance studio\, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar\, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists. \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/meet-fred/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Meet-Fred.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:20260324T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T044157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T065219Z UID:10011582-1774310400-1774742399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream DESCRIPTION:A Midsummer Night’s Dream\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Midsummer Night’s Dream\n\n\n\nA production by Shakespeare’s Globe and Headlong with Bristol Old Vic and Leeds Playhouse \n\n\n\nBy William Shakespeare \n\n\n\nDirector Holly Race Roughan \n\n\n\nCo-director Naeem Hayat \n\n\n\nThe world’s no longer what it seems. \n\n\n\nFollowing their hugely successful A Raisin in the Sun in 2024\, Oxford Playhouse associate company Headlong returns to our stage. \n\n\n\nTo escape a society ruled by tyrannical law\, four young lovers flee to the forest beyond the city walls. Unbeknownst to them\, the world of the woods has been unsettled by a fierce battle between the Fairy King and Queen\, Oberon and Titania\, over the ownership of a stolen child. \n\n\n\nSnow starts to fall in summer as the dispute rages on\, and more people fall victim to the jealousy-fuelled forces of the powerful pair\, and the disturbing spells of Oberon’s unruly lackey\, Puck. As day turns to night\, and reality becomes illusion\, can anyone stop the Dream from becoming a nightmare? \n\n\n\nFollowing 2022’s ‘extraordinary’ ★★★★ (The Observer) co-production of Henry V\, Shakespeare’s Globe collaborates once again with ‘hugely influential’ (Time Out) touring theatre company Headlong to shine candlelight on the shadowy underbelly of one of Shakespeare’s most-loved plays. \n\n\n\nHeadlong’s Artistic Director Holly Race Roughan directs\, with co-direction from Naeem Hayat (The Comedy of Errors\, 2023/24). \n\n\n\nDiscover the magic of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream as you’ve never seen it before. \n\n\n\nThis production is generously supported by Charles Holloway OBE. \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“Urgent\, fascinating… a moral thriller.” ★★★★  \n\n\n\nWhatsOnStage \n\n\n\n\n\n“Mesmerisingly unusual reading”. ★★★★  \n\n\n\nThe Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nA £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. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 24 to Saturday28 March 2026 \n\n\n\nTuesday\, Wednesday and Friday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nThursday and Saturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 15 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains loud noises\, strong language\, scenes of sexual content\, drug use and gunshots. \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 \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\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-midsummer-nights-dream/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/A-Midsummer-Nights-Dream-Website-760x535px.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:20260324T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152337 CREATED:20260216T043915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T092706Z UID:10011621-1774310400-1774742399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Barnum DESCRIPTION:Barnum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Barnum\n\n\n\nLee Mead stars as the world’s greatest showman: Barnum The Circus Musical. \n\n\n\nStep right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum\, where imagination and ambition know no bounds. Hand in hand with wife Charity\, Barnum’s life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Barnum\n\n\n\nWest End favourite and TV star Lee Mead will take centre stage as the legendary 19th-century showman P.T. Barnum. Lee shot to stardom with his breakout win on Any Dream Will Do and acclaimed performances in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat\, Wicked\, and Legally Blonde. \n\n\n\nThis spectacular new staging will feature an extraordinary ensemble cast of over 20 actor-musicians playing 150 instruments\, acrobats and amazing circus acts. Audiences are certain to delight at every sight\, wonder and miracle that the name Barnum stands for! \n\n\n\nBarnum first took the UK by storm when it played the London Palladium\, with Michael Crawford making theatrical history with a death-defying nightly tightrope walk across the stage. And now\, Lee Mead steps into Barnum’s shoes and on to the tightrope! \n\n\n\nCome follow the band with the glorious music of multi-award-winner Cy Coleman\, Michael Stewart’s lyrics and Mark Bramble’s book. Barnum features a whole host of classic show tunes\, including Join the Circus\, Colours of My Life\, Come Follow the Band and Love Makes Such Fools of Us All. \n\n\n\nMusic by Cy Coleman | Lyrics by Michael Stewart | Book by Mark Bramble \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 24 to Saturday28 March 2026 \n\n\n\nTuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nWednesday\, Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/barnum/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Barnum_Prod-Shot_1920x1080.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T134300Z UID:10011685-1774292400-1774292400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Brand New Heavies DESCRIPTION:The Brand New Heavies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Brand New Heavies\n\n\n\nSince debuting in 1990\, The Brand New Heavies have translated their love of sophisticated ’70s funk grooves into an ever-evolving sound that has ignited dance floors and inspired fans for over thirty years. \n\n\n\nTheir huge success with ‘Brother Sister’ continued with the follow-up ‘Shelter’\, another Top 5 Platinum-certified album that featured further hits in the shape of ‘Sometimes’\, ‘You Are The Universe’ and their take on ‘You’ve Got A Friend’. \n\n\n\nTheir legacy has continued to grow with consistently strong albums ever since\, including 2019’s ‘TBNH’ which featured their first recordings with Angela Ricci. \n\n\n\n2023 saw The Brand New Heavies enter a new era of rediscovery with the release of ‘Never Stop… The Best Of’. \n\n\n\nThey also embarked upon the sold-out ‘Never Stop… The Greatest Hits’ tour\, for which they were accompanied by the London Concert Orchestra. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“The Brand New Heavies changed my life.” \n\n\n\nMark Ronson \n\n\n\n\n\n“Taking classic sounds and turning them on their head with modern\, future-facing revisions and production.” \n\n\n\nRetropop \n\n\n\n\n\n“Plenty of belters to ramp up the nostalgia.” \n\n\n\nClash \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £41.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 23 March 2026 at 7.00pm  \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nNo Under 5’s. \n\n\n\nUnder 16s to be accompanied by an adult 21+. \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThere is a ticket limit of 6 tickets per customer in place. \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/the-brand-new-heavies/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/TheBrandNewHeavies_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:20260322T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T123037Z UID:10011620-1774207800-1774207800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis DESCRIPTION:Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis\n\n\n\nBen Portsmouth brings the Ultimate Elvis experience to Aylesbury Waterside! \n\n\n\nBen is not just a tribute artist; he is the real deal\, being regarded as the closest living performer to the legendary Elvis Presley. With global success in over 20 countries\, Ben Portsmouth brings energy\, passion and authenticity in a way that no one else can deliver. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis\n\n\n\nMaking history in 2012\, Ben broke records becoming the first European to be crowned by Elvis Presley Enterprises as the ‘Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist’ in Memphis\, which swiftly followed with an invite to headline a special Elvis week on The Late Show with David Letterman. \n\n\n\n‘This is Elvis’ offers an immersive journey through Presley’s most iconic eras with greatest hits from his early rockabilly roots to the dazzling Vegas years. Whether you’re a lifelong Elvis fan or just discovering his music\, this is a show for all generations! \n\n\n\nBen and the Taking Care of Elvis Band bring you a dynamic and unforgettable experience that enthusiasts all over the world claim ‘feels like a live concert with the King himself’. Trust us\, you won’t be able to resist Ben’s looks\, charm and charisma! \n\n\n\nHaving witnessed sellout performances on the same Vegas stage as Elvis\, to London’s West End\, don’t miss out on your chance to see ‘This is Elvis’ — book now for an unforgettable night that will have you ‘all shook up’! \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\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £29.50 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 22 March 2026 at 7.30pm  \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nNot suitable for under 4s. \n\n\n\n16s and under must be accompanied by an adult 18+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ben-portsmouth-this-is-elvis/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ben-Portsmouth-This-is-Elvis.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T043833Z UID:10011746-1774121400-1774121400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash: Two Eras Tour DESCRIPTION:Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash: Two Eras Tour\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash: Two Eras Tour\n\n\n\nFeaturing two sets of classic Wishbone Ash music covering the definitive Mk.1 and Mk.2 years \n\n\n\nMartin Turner and his band return to the concert stages in 2026 for another evening of classic Wishbone Ash music. \n\n\n\nWishbone Ash was formed by West Country musicians Martin Turner and Steve Upton\, who arrived in London in 1969 to embark on their musical journey. Martin Turner envisaged the band’s innovative harmony-guitar hallmark and guitarists Ted Turner and Andy Powell were recruited via a now legendary Melody Maker advert. \n\n\n\nThe partnership of the original line-up of Wishbone Ash forged a unique musical identity that would produce some of rock music’s best-loved works and influence numerous successful bands\, resulting in millions of album sales and concert attendances. Wishbone Ash’s name would become synonymous with high-quality\, guitar-driven melodic rock music. \n\n\n\nAs lead vocalist\, bassist and key creative force\, founding original member Martin Turner was central to the critical and commercial success of Wishbone Ash’s most revered albums\, with his passionate vocal delivery\, songwriting ability\, keen melodic sense and production values being major ingredients in the definitive Wishbone Ash sound. \n\n\n\nMany decades later\, the music of the classic line-ups of Wishbone Ash continues to delight audiences worldwide through both live performances and a rich legacy of recorded work that continues to be enjoyed by fans old and new. Martin continues to delight audiences with performances of the band’s best-loved works with his current band. \n\n\n\nThe Two Eras tour will feature two distinct sets of music\, representing the career-defining Mk.1 and Mk.2 line-ups of Wishbone Ash. \n\n\n\nThe Mk.1 set will focus on music recorded by the pioneering original 1969-74 lineup of the band\, with tracks from ground-breaking album releases Wishbone Ash\, Pilgrimage\, Argus and Wishbone Four\, while the Mk.2 set will feature material from the period of 1974-80 when Laurie Wisefield replaced original member Ted Turner\, resulting in the introduction of fresh influences as featured on a diverse series of acclaimed album releases including There’s the Rub\, New England and Front Page News. \n\n\n\nWith a show consisting of classic tracks\, stage favourites and deeper cuts that have touched the hearts of several generations of rock music fans\, the Two Eras tour is one which no true Wishbone Ash aficionado will want to miss! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £23.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 21 March 2026 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/martin-turner-ex-wishbone-ash-two-eras-tour/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Martin-Turner-ex-Wishbone-Ash-Two-Eras-Tour.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:20260321T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260316T130738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T200008Z UID:10012302-1774090800-1774094400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Inside the Oxford Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Inside the Oxford Town Hall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Inside the Oxford Town Hall\n\n\n\nJoin the Museum of Oxford as they take you on a tour around Oxford’s magnificent Town Hall. \n\n\n\nYou will see the Court Room and the Council Chamber. All other rooms in the Town Hall are subject to availability. \n\n\n\nPlease arrive at the Museum Gift Shop at 10.55am and make yourself known to the Front of House team. \n\n\n\nTours take place twice a month on a Saturday morning. Please note that the tour is aimed at an adult audience. \n\n\n\nAccess \n\n\n\nThe Museum is accessible for wheelchair users\, buggies\, and baby carriers. There is step-free\, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum\, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift and lift to the basement level. Accessible toilets are available in the Museum (close to Museum Makers) and in the Town Hall on the ground floor\, before entering the Museum. \n\n\n\nPlease contact the Museum team if you’d like to talk to a member of staff about your access requirements. Further access information can be found on the website: https://museumofoxford.org/plan-your-visit/access \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:£5.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop. \n\n\n\nDates & times:Saturday 21 March 2026 at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time:1 hour \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAdult \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall\, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university\, focusing on the lives\, industries\, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time. \n\n\n\nThe museum features interactive exhibits\, local artefacts\, and personal stories\, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins\, its diverse communities\, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions\, events\, and activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Museum of Oxford. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/inside-the-oxford-town-hall-2/ LOCATION:Museum of Oxford\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1BX CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Inside-the-Oxford-Town-Hall.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Oxford Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20240301T172053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T014231Z UID:10009425-1774051200-1776038399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Easter Adventures at Greys Court DESCRIPTION:Easter Adventures at Greys Court\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Easter Adventures at Greys Court\n\n\n\nThis spring\, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Greys Court on an Easter trail. \n\n\n\nMake your way along the trail and find activities for the whole family. The trail takes place between 21 March to Sunday 12 April\, from 10.00am to 5.00pm\, with the last entry at 4.00pm\, so come along and explore the beautiful parkland and gardens of Greys Court. \n\n\n\nPrices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet\, bunny ears\, and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. \n\n\n\n*Suitable for people with milk\, egg\, gluten\, peanut\, and tree nut allergies. \n\n\n\nBooking is not needed – admission applies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\n£3.50 plus admission \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 21 March to Sunday 12 April 2026 at 10.00am \n\n\n\nAge guidance \n\n\n\nSuitable for children aged 3+ \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\n\nCollect your trail sheets at Visitor Reception and head to trail point 1 to start.\n\n\n\nWear clothes and shoes suitable for walking in the parkland.\n\n\n\nThe ground is uneven and often muddy\, so not always suitable for wheelchair users and some lightweight prams.\n\n\n\nBooking not needed.\n\n\n\nAdmission applies. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/easter-egg-hunt-at-greys-court/ LOCATION:Greys Court\, Henley-on-Thames\, Rotherfield Greys\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 4PG CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Easter-Adventures-at-Greys-Court.webp GEO:51.5439837;-0.9560794 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Greys Court Henley-on-Thames Rotherfield Greys Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 4PG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Rotherfield Greys:geo:-0.9560794,51.5439837 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20250410T192047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T083235Z UID:10010547-1774051200-1775347199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Great Covered Market Easter Egg Hunt DESCRIPTION:The Great Covered Market Easter Egg Hunt\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Great Covered Market Easter Egg Hunt\n\n\n\nThe Great Covered Market Easter Egg Hunt bounces back into the market from 21 March to 04 April\, bringing plenty of chocolate\, exploring and family fun. \n\n\n\nAlways a favourite in the market calendar\, the Egg Hunt is a brilliant way to get into the Easter spirit while discovering all the brilliant independent businesses tucked inside the market. \n\n\n\nFrom 21 March to 04 April\, just pick up an entry card from Wicked Chocolate\, iScream or The Garden of Oxford and let the hunt begin. Hidden in and around participating shops\, you’ll find pictures of Easter eggs\, each with a letter inside. \n\n\n\nEvery time you spot one\, show the trader in that shop and they’ll stamp your card. You might even get a small chocolate egg too\, while stocks last. \n\n\n\nOnce you’ve found all the letters and filled your card\, hand it back to The Garden of Oxford\, Wicked Chocolate or iScream to be entered into the grand prize draw. \n\n\n\nHow to joinEntry is £2.50 per person\, or £8.00 for a family ticket\, and there’s no age limit — so whether you’re bringing little ones along or just fancy getting involved yourself\, everyone is welcome. \n\n\n\nGrand prize drawThere are three fantastic prizes up for grabs in this year’s grand prize draw. The winning cards will be picked on Easter Bank Holiday Monday 06 April at 11.00am in the Market’s Central Square. If you have any questions\, just pop into The Garden of Oxford\, Wicked Chocolate or iScream. \n\n\n\nHappy hunting — and good luck! \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\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nPer person – £2.50 \n\n\n\nPer family – £8.00 \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\nSaturday 21 March to Saturday 04 April 2026 \n\n\n\nOpening hours: \n\n\n\n\nMonday to Wednesday – 8.00am to 5.30pm\n\n\n\nThursday to Saturday – 8.00am to 10.00pm\n\n\n\nSunday and bank holidays – 10.00am to 5.00pm\n\n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\nSuitable for all ages URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-great-covered-market-easter-egg-hunt/ LOCATION:The Covered Market\, Oxford\, Market Street\, Oxford\, OX1 3DZ CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Great-Covered-Market-Easter-Egg-Hunt-01.webp GEO:51.7530662;-1.2571356 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Covered Market Oxford Market Street Oxford OX1 3DZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Market Street:geo:-1.2571356,51.7530662 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20251128T104742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T071953Z UID:10004204-1774051200-1774828799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Literary Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:All images courtesy of Oxford Literary Festival \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Oxford Literary Festival 2026\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Literary Festival returns from Saturday 21 March to Sunday 29 March 2026\, bringing nine inspiring days of conversation\, culture and ideas to the heart of the city. \n\n\n\nWidely regarded as one of the world’s leading literary celebrations\, the festival gathers renowned authors\, public figures and emerging voices in a series of thought-provoking events set against the magnificent backdrop of Oxford’s historic university quarter. \n\n\n\nThe Oxford Literary Festival is a place where intellectual curiosity is nurtured and standards are set. Long established as a platform for open dialogue\, the festival champions free expression and welcomes speakers from every background\, faith\, field and tradition. \n\n\n\nOver the decades\, it has hosted Nobel\, Booker and Pulitzer Prize winners\, former world leaders\, pioneering scientists\, political thinkers\, environmentalists\, philosophers\, artists and writers from across the globe. \n\n\n\nThe festival also curates a series of international programmes\, shining a spotlight on the literature and culture of nations and regions including India\, Africa\, the USA\, Ireland\, Spain\, Italy and China. Oxford’s richly multicultural character provides an ideal setting for this global exchange of ideas. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFestival hub\n\n\n\nBlackwell Hall at the Weston Library will once again become the beating heart of the festival. The space will feature a dedicated festival bookshop run by Blackwell’s\, alongside the ever-popular café\, comfortable seating areas and access to free Bodleian exhibitions. Visitors can browse books\, meet friends between events and soak up the festival atmosphere. \n\n\n\nTicket holders can also enjoy 10% off in the Bodleian Libraries gift shops (exclusions apply). An information desk will be available in the hall for enquiries\, while last-minute tickets can be purchased at event doors (card only)\, online or by phone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenues\n\n\n\nEvents take place across a range of iconic Oxford venues\, including the Sheldonian Theatre\, the Bodleian Library\, the Weston Library\, Worcester College\, Trinity College\, St John’s College\, Exeter College\, Lincoln College\, Pusey House and the Oxford Martin School. Many venues are just a few minutes’ walk from Blackwell’s Bookshop\, creating an intimate\, easy-to-navigate festival experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgramme\n\n\n\nPlease visit the festival website for a full line-up of leading authors and public figures in the festival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOxford Literary Festival venue map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting there\n\n\n\nBy trainOxford is well served from all areas of the country. Chiltern Railways’ service from London Marylebone and High Wycombe terminates in the centre of Oxford. Worcester College is a ten-minute walk from the central station\, and Blackwell’s Marquee is a 20-minute walk. There is a taxi rank at the station. \n\n\n\nBy coachThere are two fast and frequent coach services to Oxford from London (the X90 and the Oxford Tube)\, with departures up to every 15 minutes. In Oxford\, festival-goers can alight at High Street stops and walk a few minutes to the festival venues. The coach station at Gloucester Green is a five-minute walk from Worcester College and a ten-minute walk from the Blackwell’s Marquee. \n\n\n\nBy carStreet parking is extremely limited in Oxford. There are car parks at the Westgate Shopping Centre\, Gloucester Street and Worcester Street\, all within a 10-minute walk of festival venues. Oxford is well served by regular bus services from several Park & Rides sites located around the city perimeter. \n\n\n\nBlue badge parkingFor events at the Bodleian Library\, Weston Library\, Lincoln College\, Oxford Martin School and the Sheldonian Theatre\, disabled badge holder designated parking is available on Broad Street. For The Story Museum\, disabled badge holder designated parking is available in St Aldate’s. Designated parking is available in Beaumont Street for Worcester College and the Ashmolean\, and in St Giles for St Cross College. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\nAll main festival venues are accessible\, and many provide hearing loops. Full accessibility information can be found on the festival website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchools outreach\n\n\n\nThe festival continues its longstanding commitment to inspiring young people through literature. It works closely with local schools to host events led by children’s authors and speakers\, with costs fully covered by the festival. Pupils are also offered free tickets to main festival events\, with an enthusiastic yearly uptake. In 2026\, the festival’s schools programme will expand further to include Cheney School in East Oxford. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead more about the Oxford Literary Festival\n\n\n\n Arts & Entertainment\nOwen Mumford joins in sponsorship of 2022 Oxford Literary Festival\n\n Arts & Entertainment\nChris Packham honours late founder of Compassion in World Farming URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-literary-festival/ LOCATION:Weston Library\, Oxford\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3BG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/oxford-literary-festival-2019-1600x900.webp GEO:51.7549159;-1.2551484 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Weston Library Oxford Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3BG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2551484,51.7549159 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20250504T162058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063346Z UID:10010481-1774051200-1774223999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Diversity - Soul 2026 DESCRIPTION:Diversity – Soul 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Diversity – Soul 2026\n\n\n\nDiversity is set to take to the road on a major new tour of the UK and Ireland in spring 2026. \n\n\n\nThe UK’s most successful dance group will bring their new concept tour Soul to 31 towns and cities\, performing over 60 dates between February and May 2026. \n\n\n\nThe 2026 tour is based around the technological advancements of artificial intelligence\, what the future holds\, and what it truly means to be human in the digital age. With matinee and evening shows across the spring half term and Easter holidays\, there are plenty of opportunities for all the family to join in with the excitement. \n\n\n\nThe future is now. Humans have become plugged in and completely connected to a world full of Artificial Intelligence – A world in which it is hard to distinguish reality from fiction. AI has become so advanced it’s considered a life form of its very own. \n\n\n\nIs this the next stage in our evolution? What exactly have we created? What makes us human? …Soul. \n\n\n\nDiversity – Soul 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiversity rose to stardom after winning the third series of Britain’s Got Talent in 2009. Since then\, the dynamic dance group has gone on to sell out multiple tours across the UK and Ireland\, perform to the masses with countless television and live shows\, and receive the award for Virgin Media’s ‘Must See Moment of 2020’ at the British Academy Television Awards\, and launch dance space Diversity Studio in 2023 based in its native Essex. \n\n\n\nThe studio offers in-person and live-streamed dance classes to all age groups\, taught by core members of Diversity. \n\n\n\nDiversity have once again partnered with anti-poverty charity The Trussell Trust who work to provide emergency food and support to those locked in poverty while campaigning for change to end the need for food banks in the UK. Upon ticket purchase\, fans can opt-in to add a £1.00 donation to the charity per transaction. \n\n\n\nThe members of Diversity continue to excel in their careers outside the dance group as well. \n\n\n\nIn 2023 Ashley Banjo was awarded an MBE for his commitment and service to dance. Alongside his work choreographing and performing with Diversity\, Ashley has devoted his time to teaching dance to communities\, appearing as a judge on ITV’s Dancing on Ice\, and offering his expertise as a host in the BAFTA-nominated The Real Full Monty and International Emmy Award\, Broadcast Award and Royal Television Society Award-winning The Real Full Monty: Ladies Night. Ashley also had the honour of co-presenting the Pride of Britain Awards\, working alongside Carol Vorderman. \n\n\n\nJordan Banjo has also hosted a variety of TV shows such as BBC One’s primetime and BAFTA-nominated The Greatest Dancer. Jordan and Diversity’s Perri Kiely also holds a prestigious slot on breakfast radio presenting KISS Breakfast every weekday. \n\n\n\nDiversity continues to elevate and push the boundaries of innovation\, and its storytelling is unparalleled\, with each performance providing a captivating narrative filled with energy\, emotion\, and raw talent. Be sure to get your tickets now for an unforgettable night of storytelling and dance. Ashley Banjo said: \n\n\n\n“We are so excited to announce the Soul tour for 2026! It’s a privilege to be able to share our passion for dance and performance with audiences across the UK and Ireland. Since the beginning\, Diversity has been about celebrating individuality and the power of storytelling\, and the Soul tour will be no different. We can’t wait to create some unforgettable moments and connect with everyone. Get ready for something special!” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £38.23 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 21 to Sunday 22 March 2026 \n\n\n\nSaturday at 2.30pm and 7.45pm\, Sunday at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nWarning:  \n\n\n\nShow may contain flashing lights \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/diversity-soul-2026/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Diversity-Soul-2026.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:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260315T181557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063241Z UID:10012272-1774051200-1774137599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Museum of Oxford: Free Entry Day DESCRIPTION:Museum of Oxford: Free Entry Day\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford: Free Entry Day\n\n\n\nVisit the Museum of Oxford for free and discover the changing story of Oxford through its history and people.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFree event. Booking required. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 21 March 2026 from 10.00am to 5.00pm \n\n\n\nLast entry at 4.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n30 minutes \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nPlease arrive within your chosen 30 minute arrival slot for priority entry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall\, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university\, focusing on the lives\, industries\, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time. \n\n\n\nThe museum features interactive exhibits\, local artefacts\, and personal stories\, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins\, its diverse communities\, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions\, events\, and activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Museum of Oxford. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/museum-of-oxford-free-entry-day/ LOCATION:Museum of Oxford\, Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1BX CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Free-Entry-Day.webp GEO:51.7515381;-1.2572431 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Oxford Oxford Town Hall St Aldate's Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's:geo:-1.2572431,51.7515381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063154Z UID:10011581-1774051200-1774137599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Tale of the Loneliest Whale DESCRIPTION:The Tale of the Loneliest Whale\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Tale of the Loneliest Whale\n\n\n\nHalf Moon presents A Hoglets Theatre production \n\n\n\nWritten by Andy Curry \n\n\n\n“I can hear someone out there. They’re singing to me.” \n\n\n\nWhale sings his heart out into the deep blue sea… but nobody sings back. Is he the only one like him in the whole ocean? \n\n\n\nJust when he’s about to give up\, a mysterious voice echoes through the waves. Determined to find the singer\, Whale embarks on an unforgettable adventure—diving through glowing coral caves\, dodging wibbly jellyfish and facing wild-eyed sea monsters! But will he ever find a friend who hears his song? \n\n\n\nJoin Hoglets Theatre for an exciting deep-sea adventure packed with beautiful puppets\, hilarious sea creatures\, original songs and lots of audience interaction! The Tale of the Loneliest Whale is a magical\, interactive show that celebrates friendship\, difference and the beauty of being yourself. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A fantastic piece of children’s theatre.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBroadway Baby \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£9.50 – £11.50 \n\n\n\nA £1.50 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. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 21 March 2026 at 11.00am and 2.00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nBT Studio \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n4+ \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/the-tale-of-the-loneliest-whale/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Loneliest-Whale-promo-banner-notext.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:20260320T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T043035Z UID:10011745-1774035000-1774035000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Wired for Sound: Celebrating the Music of Sir Cliff Richard DESCRIPTION:Wired for Sound: Celebrating the Music of Sir Cliff Richard\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Wired for Sound: Celebrating the Music of Sir Cliff Richard\n\n\n\nGet Ready for the Ultimate Cliff Richard Experience – A Night to Remember! \n\n\n\nThis is your chance to experience the career of a true British legend – Sir Cliff Richard – like never before! From his groundbreaking chart-topper ‘Move It’ to timeless classics like ‘Wired for Sound’ and ‘Devil Woman\,’ you will be brought over 65 years of hits in one incredible two hour show. \n\n\n\nStarring the sensational Jimmy Jemain\, the world’s leading Cliff Richard impersonator\, who has been captivating audiences for over 30 years. \n\n\n\nJimmy doesn’t just perform as Cliff; he’s built a personal friendship with the man himself\, bringing authenticity and passion to the stage that you won’t find anywhere else. \n\n\n\nAnd that’s not all – he’ll be joined by a fantastic live band\, delivering an electrifying tribute to The Shadows and bringing those unforgettable moments to life! \n\n\n\nThis is more than just a tribute show – it’s a celebration of the music\, the man\, and the legacy that’s captured hearts for decades. With an action-packed performance covering Sir Cliff’s massive hits and golden moments\, you’ll be taken on a journey through the ultimate British music story. \n\n\n\nTickets are flying out the door – don’t miss your chance to be part of this unmissable event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £32.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 20 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \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/wired-for-sound-celebrating-the-music-of-sir-cliff-richard/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Wired-for-Sound-Celebrating-the-Music-of-Sir-Cliff-Richard.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:20260320T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20250504T162150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063134Z UID:10010480-1774035000-1774035000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Foil Arms & Hog - Skittish DESCRIPTION:Foil Arms & Hog – Skittish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Foil Arms & Hog – Skittish\n\n\n\nFoil Arms and Hog are back with their brand-new show\, Skittish. A mix of sketch comedy\, audience participation\, and improvisation. With over one billion views you may know the lads from their online videos\, but their live show is where they’re at their best. \n\n\n\nWith celebrity fans including Woody Harrelson\, Emma Thompson\, and Mr. Bean himself\, come and see why Foil Arms and Hog have become one of the world’s most renowned sketch groups. \n\n\n\nAfter selling out shows at the London Palladium\, New York Town Hall\, and the Sydney Opera House\, the Irish trio embark on their biggest world tour yet. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Foil Arms & Hog – Skittish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the critics say  \n\n\n\n\n“They’re just fantastically funny.” \n\n\n\nThe Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“Quite simply\, a sensation.” \n\n\n\nEdFest \n\n\n\n\n\n“The laughs start when they arrive on stage and don’t stop until they leave.” \n\n\n\nReviews Hub\, London Palladium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £29.92 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 20 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n14+ \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/foil-arms-hog-skittish/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Foil-Arms-Hog-Skittish.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:20260320T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063112Z UID:10012021-1773964800-1774137599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:A Grain of Sand DESCRIPTION:A Grain of Sand\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Grain of Sand\n\n\n\nRenad\, a young Gazan girl\, embarks on a dangerous journey. Carrying only the echoes of her grandmother’s tales and the spark of her own imagination\, she searches for her family and the ‘Anqaa’ – the mythical Palestinian Phoenix. \n\n\n\nA Grain of Sand is a one-woman show that takes an intimate look at war through the eyes of a child\, blending Palestinian folklore with real-life testimonies from children in contemporary Gaza. Renad’s story is one of resilience\, hope and the right of children to be children. \n\n\n\nCommissioned by the London Palestine Film Festival \n\n\n\nSupported by Liverpool Arab Arts Festival \n\n\n\nAdapted from A Million Kites: Testimonies and Poems from the Children of Gaza by Leila Boukarim and Asaf Luzon \n\n\n\nCredits\n\n\n\nPlaywright & Director: Elias Matar \n\n\n\nPerformer & Co-Deviser: Sarah Agha \n\n\n\nDramaturgy: Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson \n\n\n\nSet and Costume Designer: Natalie Pryce \n\n\n\nComposer and Sound Designer: Nick Powell \n\n\n\nVideo Designer: Dan Light \n\n\n\nLighting Designer: Jonathan Chan \n\n\n\nProduction Manager: Kate Jones \n\n\n\nStage Manager: Joni-Ann Falconer \n\n\n\nGaza Voices Advisory Group: Aalia Kassab\, Atta Khaled\, Menna Hijazi\, Shaker Abuijlan\, Saleem Lubbad \n\n\n\nPost Show Q&A\n\n\n\nThere will be a 30-minute Q&A session after the show on Friday 20 March. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £16.00 \n\n\n\nPay More – £20.00 \n\n\n\nPay Less – £12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 20 to Saturday 21 March 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis production includes themes of war\, trauma and distress. \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 \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nPhoto credit – Amir Hussain Ibrahimi \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The North Wall Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe North Wall Arts Centre is an an award-winning theatre\, gallery and performing arts centre located in Summertown\, North Oxford. The facility was opened in 2007\, and offers a fully flexible 200-seat theatre\, a public art gallery\, as well as studios for dance and drama. \n\n\n\nThe centre is owned by St Edward’s School and shared with the city\, and it was created for the benefit of emerging artists across a range of disciplines. The programme of events at The North Wall places emphasis on new and innovative work. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The North Wall Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/a-grain-of-sand/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/A-Grain-of-Sand-01.webp GEO:51.7781313;-1.2676696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The North Wall Arts Centre South Parade Oxford OX2 7JN;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Parade:geo:-1.2676696,51.7781313 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260320T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063049Z UID:10011580-1773964800-1774137599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Education\, Education\, Education DESCRIPTION:Education\, Education\, Education\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Education\, Education\, Education\n\n\n\nAn Oxford Playhouse Young Company Production \n\n\n\nBy The Wardrobe Ensemble \n\n\n\nDirected by Paul Simpson \n\n\n\nFriday 02 May 1997. \n\n\n\nNew Labour’s victory is freshly printed across Britain’s front pages; Katrina and the Waves are on the cusp of a 227-point victory at Eurovision; and less than two months ago\, Geri donned the Union Jack dress at the Brit Awards. A new era of hope is sweeping the nation\, and Things Can Only Get Better! \n\n\n\nExcept somebody forgot to tell the staff and pupils at Wordsworth Comprehensive. Muck-up day has sent the Year 10s feral\, confiscated Tamagotchis are beeping in every classroom\, and the school still doesn’t have any Acorn computers. Will Tony Blair’s promise of £3 billion for education bring a smile to somebody’s face in the staff room? \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse Young Company\, our ensemble for those aged 17 to 25\, return with The Wardrobe Ensemble’s comedic love letter to nineties Britain. This biting evaluation of the education system is delivered in a fast-paced\, intimate production with the audience sat on stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nA £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. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 20 to Saturday 21 March 2026 \n\n\n\nFriday at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nSaturday at 2.30pm and 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 15 minutes\, without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show includes strong language\, political themes\, loud music and sound effects\, and depictions of head injury and falling from a height. \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/education-education-education/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Education-Education-Education.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:20260319T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T043529Z UID:10012096-1773948600-1773948600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:1984 DESCRIPTION:1984\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout 1984 \n\n\n\n‘To the future or to the past\, to a time when thought is free: From the age of uniformity\, from the age of Big Brother\, from the age of doublethink… greetings!’ \n\n\n\nAward-winning Box Tale Soup presents a stunning new adaptation of Orwell’s dystopian classic. \n\n\n\nKnown for their ingenious sets and slick storytelling\, Box Tale Soup’s unique puppetry becomes a striking metaphor for Orwell’s chilling vision of power and control. \n\n\n\nThe year is 1984\, perhaps – it is impossible to tell for certain. We are being watched\, Big Brother is everywhere\, truth changes daily\, and everyone conforms. But for Winston Smith\, insignificant cog in the Party’s vast machine\, this half-life is not enough. \n\n\n\nHe dreams of freedom\, but is he the only one? Dreams can be deadly when rebellion begins with a thought. \n\n\n\nFeaturing the voices of Sophie Aldred & Joanna Lumley\, with Simon Russell Beale as the voice of Big Brother. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\nEdinburgh Fringe 2025 Official Sell Out Show “They are wonderful.” \n\n\n\nThe Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“…1984 is their latest triumph.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBroadway Baby \n\n\n\n\n\n“…an incredible feat of storytelling.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nStarburst Magazine \n\n\n\n\n\n“thought-provoking\, striking production…” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBritish Theatre Guide \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £15.30 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 19 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cornerstone Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCornerstone Arts Centre is a purpose-built\, professional arts\, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot\, brought to you by the South Oxfordshire District Council. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2008\, it presents a high-quality programme of live performances\, participatory activities\, exhibitions and outreach work that meet the needs and enhance the experiences of the local community and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe RIBA award-nominated building comprises a 220-seat auditorium\, an art gallery\, a dance studio\, and spaces for workshops and community activities. The centre also has a café and bar\, making it a welcoming space for audiences and artists. \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/1984-2/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Plays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/1984-1.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:20260319T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T045539Z UID:10011908-1773948600-1773948600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us DESCRIPTION:Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us\n\n\n\nTwenty years in stand up for the ‘Taskmaster’ cheeky texts icon\, multi-award-winner\, YouTube cult figure\, Radio 4 favourite and recently ‘Baby Reindeer’ actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide\, Melbourne\, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals. \n\n\n\nA recent encounter with a stranger caused Mark to spend some time pondering the uncertain future facing humanity. He explores this – along with equally pressing matters like the worst word he has ever said in public\, the current state of the UK sausage industry\, and much more – in a typically frantic and fun-packed new show. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Quite unlike anything else I’ve seen in almost 20 years of covering the Fringe…witty\, warm\, perfectly judged”. ★★★★★   \n\n\n\nTelegraph \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£25.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 19 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 30 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Theatre Chipping Norton\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Theatre Chipping Norton\, sometimes called The Theatre\, Chipping Norton or Chipping Norton Theatre\, is a theatre\, an arthouse cinema\, a gallery and a concert hall in Chipping Norton. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has has 217 seats\, including stalls and a balcony. It is a resource for the community\, and it is also a professional venue\, welcoming over 55\,000 customer visits every year. \n\n\n\nIt is something unique\, but it is also different things to different people. It is the cause and subject of many arguments and debates; and a fair amount of acclaim and affection. It is complicated and a little eccentric. \n\n\n\nIt is not a little theatre. It likes to make a big noise. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Theatre Chipping Norton\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/mark-watson-before-it-overtakes-us-3/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Mark-Watson.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:20260319T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T152338 CREATED:20260216T043459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T043503Z UID:10011744-1773948600-1773948600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Victorious – A Musical Tribute to Victoria Wood DESCRIPTION:Victorious – A Musical Tribute to Victoria Wood\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Victorious – A Musical Tribute to Victoria Wood\n\n\n\nVictorious: A joyful and poignant musical tribute to the late\, great Victoria Wood \n\n\n\nAward-winning musical comedy performer Hannah Brackenbury returns with a revamped and extended version of her much-loved tribute show Victorious – a joyful and poignant celebration of the late\, great Victoria Wood. \n\n\n\nThis critically-acclaimed show features a generous helping of classic Victoria Wood songs\, including Pam\, Bum to the World\, Music & Movement and the unforgettable Ballad of Barry & Freda\, deftly interwoven with Brackenbury’s own original songs\, witty poems and tender monologues\, written in loving memory of her life-long comedy hero. \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this adapted version of the show features two 45-minute halves packed with songs that will make you laugh out loud while tugging at your heartstrings. \n\n\n\nUplifting\, hilarious and heartfelt\, Victorious pays homage to one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers. Blending nostalgia and originality in equal measure\, this new winter tour will culminate around the 10th anniversary of Victoria Wood’s passing in April 2026. \n\n\n\nA must-see for Victoria Wood fans – and anyone who loves brilliant musical comedy. \n\n\n\nHannah Brackenbury is an established cabaret performer based in Worthing\, UK. She was a finalist at the Musical Comedy Awards 2016\, winner of Best Show (Funny Women Awards 2019) and Best of the Festival (Brighton Fringe 2018). \n\n\n\nShe is the founder of Brighton’s Funny Girls comedy night\, creator of Worthing’s Out at Sea comedy club\, and is one-quarter of the Sensible Shoes Comedy Tour company. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Hannah not only sings catchy and witty songs of her own\, she also give Victoria Wood’s catalogue the performance it deserves.” \n\n\n\nRichard Vranch\, The Comedy Store Players \n\n\n\n\n\n“This comedian is a class act… if Wood could have chosen someone to celebrate and showcase her work… I’m pretty sure Hannah Brackenbury would have been on her shortlist.” \n\n\n\nBroadway Baby \n\n\n\n\n\n“At the heart of this show is a deep respect for the late musical entertainment icon… a project born out of love and joy… Victorious moves you to tears and to laughter with a racy suburban rhyme and a tender touch.” \n\n\n\nLatest Brighton \n\n\n\n\n\n“A talented musician and funny lyricist\, Hannah Brackenbury will tickle the funny bone of even the hardest to please.” \n\n\n\nWhoosh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £19.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 19 March 2026 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. 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