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:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T155710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T043123Z UID:10011743-1773516600-1773516600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Sounds of the 60s DESCRIPTION:The Sounds of the 60s\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Sounds of the 60s\n\n\n\nExperience The Sixties show that’s wowing audiences around the world\, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford! \n\n\n\nWith spectacular sounds of the 60s\, The Zoots are here to make your whole family bop to the ’60s beats that everybody loves – with legendary music by The Beatles\, The Stones\, The Monkees\, The Beach Boys\, The Kinks\, The Searchers\, The Small Faces\, The Who\, The Drifters\, The Isley Brothers\, The Four Seasons\, Elvis and 60 something songs from your favourite 60s artists. \n\n\n\nFeel the groove that’s thrilling audiences of stage and screen\, in more than 30 countries! Discover why national critics call The Zoots “impressive”\, “authentic”\, & “impossible not to like”! \n\n\n\nThe show is fronted by singer-guitarists Jamie Goddard and Jamie Cook\, both from the award-winning show The Bootleg Sixties / The Overtures. \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 £26.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 14 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/the-sounds-of-the-60s/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Sounds-of-the-60s.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:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T055600Z UID:10011577-1773516600-1773516600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Michelle de Swarte: The Afters DESCRIPTION:Michelle de Swarte: The Afters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Michelle de Swarte: The Afters\n\n\n\nMichelle de Swarte comes to Oxford with her trademark razor-sharp wit and no-holds-barred storytelling. \n\n\n\nAfter the main event’s highs and lows\, Michelle wonders what to do after the party. \n\n\n\nShe’s heading to the afters for some brutally honest oversharing about life before social media\, trying to scrape the barrel of youth\, how to know when too much filler is too much\, breaking down the cost difference of ‘party powder’ to powdered greens\, whether tarot card readers replace actual therapy and when is a good time to pregame perimenopause.  \n\n\n\nMichelle is here to share all the fu@k ups\, so you don’t have to. \n\n\n\nStar and writer-creator of BBC’s critically acclaimed Spent\, Michelle de Swarte has been seen on Sky/HBO’s The Baby\, Amazon’s Backstage with Katherine Ryan and The Duchess on Netflix\, as well as Live at the Apollo and Never Mind the Buzzcocks. Michelle was recently named one of Variety’s 10 Brits to Watch for 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“All hail the new Queen of Comedy.”  \n\n\n\nSunday Times Style \n\n\n\n\n\n“Dry brilliance”  \n\n\n\niNews \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 £24.00 \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\nSaturday 14 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 45 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show contains strong language and adult content \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/michelle-de-swarte-the-afters/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Michelle-de-Swarte-The-Afters.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:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20250927T144803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T121009Z UID:10010320-1773516600-1773516600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:More Than A Mum DESCRIPTION:More Than A Mum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout More Than A Mum\n\n\n\nJoin Susie for a hilarious one-woman comedy show that dives into what it is to be a mother. \n\n\n\nHave any of us worked it out? Who has the answer? Should we let our children swear? Are we being financially manipulated into buying V-Bucks? Is it important that they know what a gng bng is? \n\n\n\nAfter months of painstaking research (and therapy) come along and find out what Susie has discovered. From tackling the big stuff\, sweating the small stuff and applying Sudocrem in places you never thought you would have to; Susie tackles it all and would really like it if you would join her (please)! \n\n\n\nIn what can only be described as a midlife crisis/parenting spiral\, witness one woman’s quest to find the answer to the question most mothers ask at some point; ‘am I a good Mum? Can I be more than a Mum?’ \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n More Than A Mum\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 £17.60 \n\n\n\nNo transaction fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 14 March at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorman Bragg Studio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/more-than-a-mum/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/More-Than-A-Mum.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:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20250713T003704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250713T003709Z UID:10010857-1773516600-1773516600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Pete Firman: Tricks and Giggles DESCRIPTION:Pete Firman: Tricks and Giggles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Pete Firman: Tricks and Giggles\n\n\n\nThe UK’s top comic magician. \n\n\n\nPete Firman has over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt. \n\n\n\nJoin him for an evening of Tricks and Giggles\, as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to the stage in this brand new show. Expect impossible feats\, sleight of hand\, and big laughs from one of magic’s most exciting performers! \n\n\n\nAs seen on Amazon’s Good Omens\, ITV1’s Tonight at the London Palladium and The Next Great Magician\, BBC1’s The John Bishop Show and The Sarah Millican Television Programme. He’s probably also popped up on your social media feeds with his mind-boggling and regularly viral magic videos. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“The man from Middlesbrough sets the pace for comedy-meets-magic in the 21st century.” \n\n\n\nThe Times \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£22.50 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 14 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n11+ \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/pete-firman-tricks-and-giggles-2/ 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/Pete-Firman-Tricks-and-Giggles.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:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20250713T003644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T055538Z UID:10010751-1773516600-1773516600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Hollie McNish DESCRIPTION:Hollie McNish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hollie McNish\n\n\n\nThe title is still under wraps but Hollie McNish is back with a brand-new book tour. \n\n\n\nA Sunday Times bestselling author\, chatter\, and poetry lover\, expect strong language and adult content\, gift-wrapped in her much-loved poetry as she reads from this brand-new collection about love\, loss\, wolves\, and warm morning croissants. \n\n\n\nAbout the Author \n\n\n\nHollie McNish is a poet and author based between Glasgow and Cambridge. She was the first poet to record at Abbey Road Studios\, London\, and won the Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry for her poetic parenting memoir – Nobody Told Me – of which The Scotsman stated ‘The World Needs this Book’. She has published five further collections of poetry – Papers\, Cherry Pie\, Plum\, and Slug and Lobster\, both Sunday Times bestsellers. Her next book is out in October 2025. She loves writing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Makes me cry and howl with laughter.” \n\n\n\nPaapa Essiedu \n\n\n\n\n\n“Her writing is sublime.” \n\n\n\nEllie Taylor \n\n\n\n\n\n“Like Pam Ayres on acid.” \n\n\n\nLemn Sissay \n\n\n\n\n\n“Warm\, relatable\, smart and funny.” \n\n\n\nSophie Ellis-Bextor \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\nStandard – £17.00 \n\n\n\nPay More – £20.00 \n\n\n\nPay Less – £12.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 14 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n14+ \n\n\n\nWarning: \n\n\n\nExpect strong language and adult content \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\n\nBook signing after the gig\n\n\n\nSupport act to be announced\n\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/hollie-mcnish/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Poetry-HollieMcNish-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:20260314T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20220909T032954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T014202Z UID:10006421-1773478800-1773493200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Charlbury Farmers’ Market DESCRIPTION:Charlbury Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Charlbury Farmers’ Market\n\n\n\nCharlbury is a Cotswold Market Town with a Charter granted by King Henry III in 1256. \n\n\n\nThe original market place was in Church Street\, but nowadays\, there is too much traffic\, and street closure is not an option. \n\n\n\nThe Playing Close is a superb location\, and the Trustees of Thomas Gifford’s Charity (the landowner) has agreed that the markets can take place there. \n\n\n\nAll the produce comes from within a 50-mile radius of Charlbury and complies with TVFMC rules. The market also allows stalls that promote Charlbury’s many activities\, such as the annual Street Fair\, Beer Festival and Children’s Playgroup. \n\n\n\nThe market takes place quarterly – on the 2nd Saturday of March\, June\, September and December. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/charlbury-farmers-market/2026-03-14/ LOCATION:The Playing Close\, Chalbury\, Pooles Lane\, Charlbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 3RJ CATEGORIES:Farmers Markets ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/charlbury-farmers-market-oxfordshire-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.872895;-1.4804414 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Playing Close Chalbury Pooles Lane Charlbury Oxfordshire OX7 3RJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pooles Lane:geo:-1.4804414,51.872895 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T055506Z UID:10012020-1773446400-1773532799@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Mika and the Polar Bear DESCRIPTION:Mika and the Polar Bear. Photo credit – Ellie Wel Photography\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Mika and the Polar Bear\n\n\n\nMika and the Polar Bear is an imaginative and unforgettable journey into the wonders of our natural world\, with friendship\, compassion\, and the power of hope at its centre. \n\n\n\nWhen Mika is swept away by a climate disaster\, they find themselves far from home in a strange\, ever-changing world. Mika meets creatures across land\, sea and sky\, each with their own story of playful resilience and survival. \n\n\n\nBut nothing could prepare Mika for the most unexpected new friendship of all; a lone Polar Bear living in an icy wonderland. Together\, they must brave the wild\, navigate the unknown\, and learn to rely on each other as they journey toward a new beginning. \n\n\n\nFeaturing original music\, digital animation and enchanting puppetry\, Mika and the Polar Bear is a dynamic new dance-theatre production for all ages\, celebrating resilience\, friendship\, and the courage to journey on. \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 – £12.00 \n\n\n\nChild – £8.00 \n\n\n\nUnder 2s go free \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 14 March 2026 at 11.00am and 2.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n4 to 11 \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nJoin in for Stay and Play in the drama studio from 12.00pm to 2.00pm. This free drop-in session is relaxed and gives audiences the opportunity to be playful\, creative and explore the themes of the show further. There are always lots of fun craft activities\, reading corners and chances to dress up! \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 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/mika-and-the-polar-bear/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Mika-and-the-Polar-Bear-6.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:20260313T230000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20250329T174356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T061806Z UID:10012191-1773442800-1773442800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Indie Fridays DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Indie Fridays at O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Indie Fridays at O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\nIt’s the biggest indie night to hit Oxford\, spinning all your favourite classics. It’s indie rock’n’roll for everyone! \n\n\n\nExpect tunes from Arctic Monkeys\, Biffy Clyro\, The Black Keys\, Blossoms\, Blur\, Catfish & The Bottlemen\, Circa Waves\, The Clash\, Courteeners\, The Cribs\, Foals\, Gorillaz\, Jamie T\, Kasabian\, The Killers\, The Kooks\, The Libertines\, Nirvana\, Oasis\, Pulp\, Red Hot Chilli Peppers\, Sam Fender\, The Smiths\, The Stone Roses\, The Streets\, The Strokes\, Two Door Cinema Club\, The Vaccines\, The Wombats\, The White Stripes\, The 1975\, plus many more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n30 January \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n20 February \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\n\n13 March \n\n\n\nBuy tickets \n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\n\n\nAge guidance:Over 18s only. ID Required.Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol. \n\n\n\nCurfew: 3.00am \n\n\n\nLocation: O2 Academy \n\n\n\nTicket limits:A max of 12 tickets per person\, per household applies and per credit card on this event. Tickets in excess of 12 will be cancelled. \n\n\n\nPlease adhere to published ticket limits. Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster at its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name\, e-mail address\, billing address\, credit card number or other information. \n\n\n\nTicket fees:Per order delivery fees may apply and will vary depending on selected delivery method (eTicket free of charge). \n\n\n\nSecurity – Bag Policy:Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag – and it’s preferable you don’t\, please make sure it’s small. \n\n\n\nOnly one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size – Height: 28.7cm\, Width: 21cm\, Depth 15cm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout O2 Academy Oxford\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Edwardian building on Cowley Road has been hosting live music for decades. But prior to being a music venue\, it was a Cooperative party hall. It was originally known as The Venue and then the much-respected Zodiac\, both of which paved the way for O2 Academy Oxford\, which officially launched in September 2007\, with performances from New Young Pony Club\, The Magic Numbers and Young Knives. \n\n\n\nSince then\, the O2 Academy Oxford has established itself as one of the city’s greatest venues for live music and club nights\, with some of the best gigs to date coming from Ed Sheeran\, Foals\, Stereophonics\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Babyshambles\, Hozier and Royal Blood. Visit the venue information page for further details\, including opening times\, getting there\, age restrictions and more. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/indie-fridays/2026-03-13/ LOCATION:O2 Academy Oxford\, 190 Cowley Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX4 1UE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Club Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/indie-fridays-01-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7468634;-1.2345014 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=O2 Academy Oxford 190 Cowley Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 1UE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Cowley Road:geo:-1.2345014,51.7468634 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T055436Z UID:10011804-1773430200-1773430200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Thank You For The Music: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA DESCRIPTION:Thank You For The Music: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Thank You For The Music: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA\n\n\n\nDancing Queens are invited to enjoy a glittering night of pop perfection as this international smash hit ABBA tribute show brings all the band’s number one hits to the stage. Now in its 21st year\, the hugely popular production returns with a brand new show for 2025. \n\n\n\nFeaturing an all-star cast\, the show captures the unmistakable harmonies\, colourful costumes and dazzling performances that made ABBA a global phenomenon. Audiences are encouraged to join the party\, dance\, jive and relive the magic of one of the most successful pop groups of all time. \n\n\n\nThe hit-packed setlist includes Waterloo\, Dancing Queen\, Super Trouper\, Mamma Mia\, Knowing Me\, Knowing You\, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!\, The Winner Takes It All and many more\, making it an unmissable celebration of ABBA’s timeless music. \n\n\n\nTouring nationwide\, this feel-good tribute promises a night of joy\, nostalgia and non-stop singalong moments. Tickets are on sale now. \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 £31.36 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 13 March 2026 at 7.30pm URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/thank-you-for-the-music-the-ultimate-tribute-to-abba/ 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/Thank-You-For-The-Music-The-Ultimate-Tribute-to-ABBA.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:20260313T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T045629Z UID:10011905-1773430200-1773430200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Budapest Cafe Orchestra DESCRIPTION:Budapest Cafe Orchestra\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Budapest Cafe Orchestra\n\n\n\nChristian Garrick & the Budapest Café Orchestra \n\n\n\nRefreshingly unconventional and snappily attired boutique orchestra BCO play gypsy and folk flavoured music in their unique and surprising way. \n\n\n\nFrom Balkan and Russian traditional music to their artful distillations of Romantic masterworks to soaring Gaelic folk anthems\, BCO is an infectious musical experience like none other. \n\n\n\nFifteen albums to their name\, Budapest Café Orchestra was established by British composer and violinist Christian Garrick in 2009. \n\n\n\nA diminutive ensemble of just four players\, the BCO creates an astonishing soundscape and aural alchemy characteristic of larger ensembles\, combining violin\, guitar\, accordion\, double bass\, saz\, balalaika\, domra and percussion to dazzling effect. \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£21.00 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 13 March 2026 at 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/budapest-cafe-orchestra/ LOCATION:The Theatre Chipping Norton\, 2 Spring Street\, Chipping Norton\, Oxfordshire\, OX7 5NL CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Budapest-Cafe-Orchestra.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:20260313T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T043212Z UID:10011742-1773430200-1773430200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Rod Stewart Songbook DESCRIPTION:The Rod Stewart Songbook\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Rod Stewart Songbook\n\n\n\nThe Rod Stewart Songbook are delighted to be returning to The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury. \n\n\n\nTheir spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Sir Rod Stewart\, featuring the sensational Pete McCall. \n\n\n\nAlong with his fantastic Live Band\, you will be taken on a musical journey spanning 50 years\, when one of rock music’s greatest icons sold over 250 million records worldwide. \n\n\n\nThese unforgettable hits include Sailing\, Maggie May\, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy\, Some Guys Have All The Luck\, Baby Jane\, Rhythm Of My Heart\, You Wear It Well\, Hot Legs\, and many many more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“You were excellent”. \n\n\n\nRod Stewart’s sister\, Mary Cady\, to Pete \n\n\n\n\n\n“Pete McCall is the next best thing to seeing Rod himself”. \n\n\n\nThe Hull Daily Mail \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 £24.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 13 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/the-rod-stewart-songbook/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Rod-Stewart-Songbook.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:20260313T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T055327Z UID:10011576-1773430200-1773430200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Richard Chappell Dance: BLOOM DESCRIPTION:Richard Chappell Dance: BLOOM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Richard Chappell Dance: BLOOM\n\n\n\nTo celebrate 20 years of Dancin’ Oxford\, three compelling dance works come together to offer a bold reflection on the world we live in today. \n\n\n\nAt the heart of the evening is Challacombe Chronicled\, celebrating Dartmoor’s natural beauty and rich history through captivating movement by Richard Chappell Dance\, powerful poetry by Saili Katebe\, and live folk music by Ben Moss. \n\n\n\nKnown for their work in contemporary dance and the underground club scene\, Ekledio’s critically acclaimed Splice sees two dancers find the balance between limitation and possibility. Set to music by multi award-winning musician Floating Points. \n\n\n\nCompleting the programme is The Skeleton is White by Divija Melally. Drawing on her background in contemporary and South Asian classical dance\, Melally explores how the present modern world affects our relationships to each other and our environment. \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 13 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\n12+ \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/richard-chappell-dance-bloom/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Richard-Chappell-Dance-BLOOM.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:20260313T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T153111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T153115Z UID:10012093-1773428400-1773428400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Aureus School Dance Show DESCRIPTION:Aureus School Dance Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aureus School Dance Show \n\n\n\nAureus School presents its fifth dance performance at Cornerstone Arts Centre\, showcasing the talent of Year 11 and 13 students. \n\n\n\nAudiences are invited to enjoy a variety of dynamic performances\, reflecting the creativity and dedication of the students. \n\n\n\nThe show highlights the school’s commitment to excellence in performing arts and provides a vibrant display of dance skill and expression. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this chance to see another production from Aureus School students. Book your tickets now! \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 – £10.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £7.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 13 March 2026 at 7.00pm \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/aureus-school-dance-show/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Arts Centre\, Didcot\, 25 Station Road\, Didcot\, Oxfordshire\, OX11 7NE CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Aureus-School-Dance-Show.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:20260312T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T145855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T043103Z UID:10011741-1773345600-1773345600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:The Radiohead Project DESCRIPTION:The Radiohead Project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Radiohead Project\n\n\n\n‘The Radiohead Project’ is a stunning live tribute show that celebrates one of the greatest bands of all time – Radiohead. \n\n\n\nFrom Mercury Prize winners to multiple Grammy Awards\, Radiohead redefined the sound of modern music and The Radiohead Project captures every nuance of their groundbreaking catalog. From OK Computer to In Rainbows\, every era\, every detail\, faithfully recreated. \n\n\n\nDynamic lighting and immersive projector screen visuals bring their visionary artistry to life. Every beat\, every melody\, and every atmospheric layer is delivered with true authenticity. Join the show on an unforgettable sonic journey into the heart of Radiohead. \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\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Mill Arts Centre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre is the cultural hub for Banbury and the surrounding area. \n\n\n\nAs the only dedicated arts provision in the area\, it aims to inspire creativity and enrich the lives of the communities by providing a high-quality\, varied artistic\, educational and participatory programme. \n\n\n\nIt plays a significant role in the town’s cultural\, social and economic development by offering the community the chance to engage with and be entertained by several art forms. \n\n\n\nThe Mill Arts Centre offers an exciting live events programme\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, comedy\, film\, workshops and classes. Alongside this\, it runs several community projects and initiatives with partner organisations. \n\n\n\nYou can visit our Café Bar for delicious hot and cold drinks and light refreshments – and while you’re there\, the Gallery is home to a fantastic programme of exhibitions from local artists. \n\n\n\nAlternatively\, if you’re looking for meeting rooms or spaces for hire in Banbury\, our wide range of spaces – including our theatre\, art studio\, dance studio and meeting rooms – are available for hire. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Mill Arts Centre\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/the-radiohead-project/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Radiohead-Project.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:20260312T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T145645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T145649Z UID:10012019-1773345600-1773345600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:BACH Reimagined DESCRIPTION:BACH Reimagined\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout BACH Reimagined\n\n\n\nBACH Reimagined is a collaboration between James Wilton Dance\, one of Europe’s premier touring dance companies\, and Canadian Cellist Raphael Weinroth Browne. \n\n\n\nThe work will explore everything from Bach’s means of composition as a form of divine worship to the scientific advancements of his contemporary\, Sir Isaac Newton. Light will be split\, gravity will be discovered and the world will be forever changed. \n\n\n\nJames Wilton Dance’s super athletic\, flowing physicality\, accompanied by Browne’s driving heavy metal cello\, will create a visual and sonic spectacle that will leave audiences in awe of the epic combination of beauty and ferocity. \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 12 March 2026 at 8.00pm \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/bach-reimagined/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Dance-BachReimagined-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:20260312T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T145839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T043856Z UID:10011803-1773343800-1773343800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Man in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson DESCRIPTION:Man in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Man in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson\n\n\n\nMan in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson promises a thrilling evening celebrating the legendary music of the King of Pop. This brand new\, electrifying tribute concert brings Michael Jackson’s iconic sound\, style and stage presence vividly to life. \n\n\n\nThe production stars CJ\, widely regarded as one of the world’s leading Michael Jackson tribute artists\, supported by a talented cast of performers and musicians who capture Jackson’s unique charisma with remarkable authenticity. Together\, they deliver a scintillating show designed to keep audiences captivated from start to finish. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Man in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson\n\n\n\nFeaturing a lineup of timeless hits including Thriller\, Billie Jean\, Beat It\, Smooth Criminal and Man in the Mirror\, the concert is enhanced by dazzling choreography\, striking visual effects\, an immersive light show and meticulously recreated costumes. Every element is crafted to honour the musical legacy of one of the most influential artists of all time. \n\n\n\nWhether audiences are lifelong fans or discovering Michael Jackson’s music for the first time\, Man in the Mirror offers a powerful journey back through an unforgettable catalogue of pop history. The show is brand new from Entertainers\, with tickets on sale now as it tours venues nationwide. \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 £32.99 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 2026 at 7.30pm URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/man-in-the-mirror-a-tribute-to-michael-jackson/ 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/Man-in-the-Mirror-A-Tribute-to-Michael-Jackson.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:20260312T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T145825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T050153Z UID:10011853-1773343800-1773343800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Christian Zacharias DESCRIPTION:Christian Zacharias\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Christian Zacharias\n\n\n\nJoseph Haydn: Sonata in G major Nr. 52 \n\n\n\nFranz Schubert: Moments Musicaux \n\n\n\nJoseph Haydn: Sonata in C major \n\n\n\nFrançois Couperin: Les Moissonneurs \n\n\n\nFrancis Poulenc: Mouvements Perpétuels \n\n\n\nFrançois Couperin: Les Charmes \n\n\n\nFrancix Poulenc: Improvisation 13 \n\n\n\nDomenico Scarlatti: Sonata in C minor \n\n\n\nFrancis Poulenc: Improvisation 15 “Hommage à Edith Piaf” \n\n\n\nFrançois Couperin: Les Baricades Mystérieuses \n\n\n\nFrancis Poulenc: Intermezzo 2 \n\n\n\nFrancis Poulenc: Mélancolie \n\n\n\nWith a unique combination of integrity and individuality\, brilliant linguistic expressiveness\, deep musical understanding and a sure artistic instinct\, Christian Zacharias has established himself not only as a world-class pianist and conductor but also as a musical thinker. \n\n\n\nNumerous acclaimed concerts with the world’s best orchestras and outstanding conductors\, as well as multiple honours and recordings\, characterise his international career. \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 £27.00 \n\n\n\nA fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to bookings for this event across all channels – website\, phone and in-person bookings at the Box Office. The fee is waived for Oxford Playhouse members. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 40 minutes\, without an interval \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nPlease be aware that\, as entry may be limited once the event begins\, it is advised to arrive between 7.00pm and 7.30pm. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/christian-zacharias/ LOCATION:de Jager Auditorium\, Trinity College\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, OX1 3BH CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Christian-Zacharias.webp GEO:51.7544085;-1.256706 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=de Jager Auditorium Trinity College Broad Street Oxford OX1 3BH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.256706,51.7544085 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T145819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T045015Z UID:10011789-1773343800-1773343800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Maisky and Eschenbach DESCRIPTION:Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Maisky and Eschenbach\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra: Maisky and Eschenbach\n\n\n\nMendelssohn Ruy Blas\, Op. 95 \n\n\n\nTchaikovsky Nocturne No. 4 for cello and orchestra\, Op. 19 \n\n\n\nBruch Kol Nidrei\, Op. 47 \n\n\n\nRespighi Adagio con variazione\, P. 133 \n\n\n\nSchumann Symphony No. 2 in C major\, Op. 61 \n\n\n\nMischa Maisky cello \n\n\n\nChristoph Eschenbach conductor \n\n\n\nWorld-class cellist Mischa Maisky joins Christoph Eschenbach as he returns to the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of captivating Romantic works. \n\n\n\nMendelssohn’s Ruy Blas Overture sets a dramatic tone\, followed by Tchaikovsky’s Nocturne for Cello and Orchestra\, where Maisky’s emotive playing brings the lyrical beauty to the forefront. Bruch’s Kol Nidrei showcases the cello’s rich\, mournful voice\, before Respighi’s Adagio con variazione offers a moment of reflective tranquillity. \n\n\n\nThe concert culminates with Schumann’s Symphony No. 2\, a powerful work full of warmth and energy. \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 £20.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n120 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-philharmonic-orchestra-maisky-and-eschenbach/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Philharmonic-Orchestra-Maisky-and-Eschenbach.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20260215T144921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T122225Z UID:10011616-1773343800-1773343800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Hidden DESCRIPTION:Hidden\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Hidden\n\n\n\nJaw-dropping dance-circus. Internationally renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse arrives in Aylesbury with its latest multimedia production\, Hidden. \n\n\n\nThought-provoking and poignant\, Hidden explores how\, in an increasingly divided world\, light can come out of darkness in times of crisis. \n\n\n\nHidden\n\n\n\nAt the cutting edge of live performance and digital integration\, Hidden is a powerful blend of art forms. \n\n\n\nGravity-defying choreography\, an emotive soundscape and a shape-shifting set combine with groundbreaking projections to create an immersive world on stage. \n\n\n\nThe fearless performers throw\, catch and lift each other with immense precision\, thrilling audiences with heart-in-the-mouth moments in this action-packed new production. \n\n\n\nBuilding on the successes of previous shows\, including 2021’s major hit\, Nobody\, the production further develops Motionhouse’s distinctive and visceral dance-circus language\, where breathtaking dance melts effortlessly into thrilling circus feats. \n\n\n\nA spectacular and unforgettable production. \n\n\n\nHidden is co-commissioned by FABRIC\, Birmingham Hippodrome and Warwick Arts Centre. Created with support from the John Ellerman Foundation and the UK’s innovation agency\, Innovate UK. \n\n\n\nMotionhouse is supported using public funding by Arts Council England and is a Birmingham Hippodrome Associate Company. \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 £15.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/hidden/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Hidden_-_Landscape_-_Banner.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:20260312T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260315T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T181345 CREATED:20250802T172044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T055010Z UID:10010766-1773273600-1773619199@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Bluey's Big Play DESCRIPTION:Bluey’s Big Play\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Bluey’s Big Play\n\n\n\nBack by popular demand – Bluey\, Bingo\, Bandit\, and Chilli are returning to Oxford in the Olivier award-nominated live stage show\, Bluey’s Big Play. Featuring brilliantly created puppets\, this theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series is packed with music\, laughter\, and fun for the whole family. \n\n\n\nWhen Dad feels like a little bit of afternoon time out\, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. \n\n\n\nBluey’s Big Play\n\n\n\nBluey’s Big Play is the theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series\, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm\, and new music by Bluey composer\, Joff Bush. \n\n\n\nJoin the Heelers in this live theatre show made just for you\, featuring brilliantly created puppets. This is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before\, brought to real life. \n\n\n\nBluey’s Big Play is produced by Andrew Kay and Cuffe & Taylor with Windmill Theatre Co for BBC Studios. \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 £18.70 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 to Sunday 15 March 2026 \n\n\n\nThursday and Friday at 10.00am \n\n\n\nSaturday and Sunday at 10.00am\, 1.00pm\, and 4.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time:  \n\n\n\n50 minutes with no interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\nAll ages are welcome \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/blueys-big-play-2/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Family,Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Bluey_Swansea_1920x1080_No_Text.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:20260312T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20251226T165227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T045932Z UID:10012115-1773273600-1773359999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:NT Live: Hamlet DESCRIPTION:NT Live: Hamlet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout NT Live: Hamlet\n\n\n\nOlivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless\, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. \n\n\n\nTrapped between duty and doubt\, surrounded by power and privilege\, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one. \n\n\n\nNational Theatre Deputy Artistic Director\, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge\, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp\, stylish and darkly funny reimagining. \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\nStandard – £15.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 2026 at 2.00pm and 7.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours \n\n\n\nFilm rating: \n\n\n\n12A \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Beacon\, Wantage\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Beacon is a community centre in Wantage offering live events\, cinema screenings\, room hire\, coffee shop\, children’s parties\, class timetable\, receptions and more. \n\n\n\nAs a vibrant gathering place for the local community\, it offers a varied programme of events from film screenings\, live music\, theatre and stand-up comedy to a range of classes and workshops. \n\n\n\nAt The Beacon\, there is also a regular programme of events for the local community to participate in and enjoy\, including stand-up comedy\, live music\, theatre productions\, guest speakers\, film screenings and pantomime. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Beacon\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nt-live-hamlet-2/ LOCATION:The Beacon\, Wantage\, Portway\, Wantage\, Oxfordshire\, OX12 9BX CATEGORIES:Film & Screen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Hamlet-National-Theatre-2025.webp GEO:51.5863034;-1.4276128 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Beacon Wantage Portway Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 9BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Portway:geo:-1.4276128,51.5863034 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T204500 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20260215T145812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T145816Z UID:10011740-1773257400-1773261900@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Juliet & Romeo DESCRIPTION:Juliet & Romeo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Juliet & Romeo\n\n\n\nWith Lost Dog’s blend of dance\, theatre and comedy\, this Juliet & Romeo reveals the real story behind Shakespeare’s famous lovers. \n\n\n\nIt turns out they didn’t die in a tragic misunderstanding; they grew up and lived happily ever after. \n\n\n\nWell\, they lived at least. \n\n\n\nNow they’re 40ish\, at least one of them is in the grips of a midlife crisis\, they feel constantly mocked by their teenage selves and haunted by the pressures of being the poster couple for romantic love. \n\n\n\nThey have decided to confront their current struggles by putting on a performance about themselves. Their therapist told them it was a terrible idea. \n\n\n\nDirected by Olivier Award-nominated Ben Duke\, Juliet & Romeo takes on our cultural obsession with youth and our inevitable issues with longevity. \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“I went to see Juliet & Romeo in Canterbury last Sunday – it was stunning. Clever\, funny\, poignant and beautiful. Thank you for 75 minutes of amazing theatre. Well done to all involved. You do great stuff. Thank you.” \n\n\n\nAudience member \n\n\n\n\n\n“My wife and I went to see Juliet and Romeo at the Lowry in Manchester on Tuesday. It was absolutely superb. Touched on so many different issues in a very light and considered way.” \n\n\n\nAudience member \n\n\n\n\n\n“Pure pleasure. Smart\, subversive and sexy.” ★★★★★  \n\n\n\nThe Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n“Insightful\, funny and rich. Smoulders with equal parts lust and loathing.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nTime Out \n\n\n\n\n\n“It’s not often you’re doubled over with laughter and wiping away tears of sadness during the same show. Given the components that come together in Juliet & Romeo\, however\, it’s no surprise.” ★★★★★  \n\n\n\nThe Scotsman \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nStandard – £18.50 \n\n\n\nSilver & Gold Members – £15.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 10 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 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/juliet-romeo/ LOCATION:The Mill Arts Centre\, Banbury\, Spiceball Park\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire\, OX16 5QE CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Juliet-Romeo.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:20260311T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20260215T145048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T145055Z UID:10011575-1773257400-1773257400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Improbable Sessions: Music to the Dance DESCRIPTION:Improbable Sessions: Music to the Dance\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Improbable Sessions: Music to the Dance\n\n\n\nWe know we ‘Dance to the Music’\, but can we Music to the Dance? Sometimes\, can dance lead and music follow? \n\n\n\nAfter their transcendental debut last year\, Improbable Sessions return to Oxford Playhouse with incredible musicians improvising sumptuous music before your very ears. \n\n\n\nTo celebrate 20 years of Dancin’ Oxford\, they will be joined by a dancer who will improvise movement in the moment to create a joyful one-of-a-kind evening of dance\, music and ideas. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“The performance created a wholly unique dialogue between sound and ideas that left the audience captivated.”  \n\n\n\nA Young(ish) Perspective about Improbable Sessions 2025 \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\nWednesday 11 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n14+ \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/improbable-sessions-music-to-the-dance/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Improbable-Sessions-Music-to-the-Dance.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:20260311T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20260215T144958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T145047Z UID:10011904-1773257400-1773257400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Gary Delaney: Work in Progress DESCRIPTION:Gary Delaney: Work in Progress\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Gary Delaney: Work in Progress\n\n\n\nComedy’s greatest mad scientist of one-liners arrives back in town\, armed with an enormous vessel of puns to be tested on selected members of the general public. \n\n\n\nSee Gary’s new jokes months before your friends and family do! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“A cavalcade of brilliantly inventive puns.” ★★★★ \n\n\n\nGuardian \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£17.50 \n\n\n\nAll prices include any booking fees \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 11 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour 40 minutes \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Theatre \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n16+ \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/gary-delaney-work-in-progress/ 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/Gary-Delaney-Work-in-Progress.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:20260311T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20250517T105307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T165457Z UID:10012114-1773255600-1773264600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Open Mic Night DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Night\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Open Mic Night\n\n\n\nFree monthly fix of local talent at The Beacon’s Open Mic Night! \n\n\n\nEvery first or second Wednesday of the month at 7.00pm in The Beacon Bar.  \n\n\n\nOnce a month\, The Beacon’s Bar hosts Wantage’s Open Mic Night – offering a relaxed and intimate space for local musicians\, singers\, performers\, and spoken word artists to take the stage. \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone — from seasoned performers to hobbyists picking up an instrument for the first time — the evening celebrates creativity and community. \n\n\n\nPerformers can connect with fellow artists in a friendly\, supportive environment\, and may even discover new collaborative opportunities. A delightful night for both performers and music lovers alike. \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 entry \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFirst or second Wednesday of the month \n\n\n\n\nWednesday 14 January\n\n\n\nWednesday 11 February\n\n\n\nWednesday 11 March\n\n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 30 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n12+ accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your own instruments\n\n\n\nNo backing tracks unless it’s your own work\n\n\n\nTo enquire further or to book a performance slot\, please email beacon.wantage@whitehorsedc.gov.uk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Beacon\, Wantage\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Beacon is a community centre in Wantage offering live events\, cinema screenings\, room hire\, coffee shop\, children’s parties\, class timetable\, receptions and more. \n\n\n\nAs a vibrant gathering place for the local community\, it offers a varied programme of events from film screenings\, live music\, theatre and stand-up comedy to a range of classes and workshops. \n\n\n\nAt The Beacon\, there is also a regular programme of events for the local community to participate in and enjoy\, including stand-up comedy\, live music\, theatre productions\, guest speakers\, film screenings and pantomime. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about The Beacon\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/open-mic-night-2/2026-03-11/ LOCATION:The Beacon\, Wantage\, Portway\, Wantage\, Oxfordshire\, OX12 9BX CATEGORIES:Variety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Open-Mic-Night.webp GEO:51.5863034;-1.4276128 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Beacon Wantage Portway Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 9BX;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Portway:geo:-1.4276128,51.5863034 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20260215T145048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T173135Z UID:10012018-1773187200-1774655999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:St Edward’s School Art Teachers: Circa 500 DESCRIPTION:St Edward’s School Art Teachers: Circa 500\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout St Edward’s School Art Teachers: Circa 500\n\n\n\nCirca 500 is composed of eleven artists who spend their days teaching\, questioning\, and building alongside the next generation of artists at St Edward’s School. \n\n\n\nThis exhibition turns that practice inward\, revealing the breadth of disciplines that animate their department: ceramics\, sculpture\, textiles\, painting\, print\, photography\, graphics\, and film. \n\n\n\nWhat connects them is not a single medium but a shared curiosity. Clay and thread\, paint and colour\, lens and screen\, ink and object each hold their own language. Together\, they create a conversation about process\, experiment\, and the shifting roles they inhabit as educators and artists. \n\n\n\nThe works on display emerge from the overlap of classroom and studio\, from the restless space between guiding others and pursuing individual investigations. They are presented not as finished answers but as open propositions\, fragments of dialogue\, and invitations to look closer. \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 entry \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 11 to Friday 27 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nExhibition Opening: \n\n\n\nThursday 12 March 5.00pm to 7.00pm \n\n\n\nPlease join in for drinks to celebrate the opening of this exhibition \n\n\n\nFree event / no booking required \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/st-edwards-school-art-teachers-circa-500/ LOCATION:The North Wall Arts Centre\, South Parade\, Oxford\, OX2 7JN CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Circa-500-Brochure-final.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:20260310T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20251127T135349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T135443Z UID:10011940-1773171000-1773178200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Angela Barnes: Angst DESCRIPTION:Angela Barnes: Angst\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Angela Barnes: Angst\n\n\n\nAngela is a worrier. Whatever it is\, she’ll worry about it. But don’t let that worry you – she’ll worry enough for the both of you. \n\n\n\nThis hilarious show has some stories of success and sound logic but mostly features stories of unmitigated failure\, a distinct lack of wisdom\, a little bit of German\, and loads of jokes. \n\n\n\nAward winning comedian Angela’s last tour Hot Mess received critical acclaim and was filmed as a special available on ITVX. \n\n\n\nAngela has also appeared on Channel 4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown\, BBC’s House of Games\, and is a regular guest on Radio 4’s The News Quiz. Angela also co-hosts the popular comedy history podcast We Are History. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“She’s just a gloriously down-to-earth\, straight-talking talking and extremely funny comic”. \n\n\n\nThe Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\n£19.75 \n\n\n\nTicket prices include a £1 Restoration Levy\, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 10 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 0 minutes \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/angela-barnes-angst-2/ 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/angela-barnes-angst.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:20260310T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T235959 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20260203T170751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170754Z UID:10006262-1773100800-1773446399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Cheltenham Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:Cheltenham Festival 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Cheltenham Festival 2026\n\n\n\nFrom the energy and thrill of Champion Day to the stylish elegance of Style Wednesday\, every day at Cheltenham is charged with an electric atmosphere. St Patrick’s Thursday brings the joy and spirit of the Emerald Isle to life while Gold Cup Day brings the festival to a close with unforgettable drama and glory. \n\n\n\nFrom the anticipation\, the roar of the crowd\, the thunder of hooves\, and the rush of emotion as the world’s finest horses and jockeys battle for supremacy – there truly is nothing that feels like Cheltenham. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Cheltenham Festival 2026\n\n\n\nCheltenham Racecourse has announced a series of further improvements to the customer experience ahead of the 2025/26 season and next year’s Cheltenham Festival. \n\n\n\nBuilding on the successful changes introduced for 2024/25\, the Racecourse continues to focus on three key areas: \n\n\n\nExperience: Delivering a world-class raceday for all attendees. \n\n\n\nValue: Providing better value for money for all racegoers. \n\n\n\nRacing: Ensuring The Festival race programme reflects its status as the pinnacle of Jump racing. \n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in the festival’s unique blend of tradition and celebration\, where every race is a story waiting to be told\, and every victory is savoured by thousands. Whether you’re a racing purist\, or here for the social experience\, Cheltenham offers something extraordinary for everyone. The unrivalled hospitality experiences offer exquisite dining and outstanding views\, making every moment not just memorable\, but truly unforgettable. \n\n\n\nNo matter which day you attend\, you’ll be swept up in the passion\, excitement\, and history that make this festival a must-see event. Because when it comes to racing\, nothing feels like Cheltenham. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTickets prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £48.60 \n\n\n\nTickets may be subject to transaction and/or delivery fees. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 10 to Friday 13 March 2026 \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nChildren aged 5 and over require a full-priced admission ticket. \n\n\n\nChildren aged under 4 are free of charge and a ticket is required. \n\n\n\nUnder 18s must be accompanied by an adult. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/cheltenham-festival/ LOCATION:The Jockey Club Cheltenham Racecourse\, Evesham Road\, Cheltenham\, Gloucestershire\, GL50 4SH CATEGORIES:Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Cheltenham-Festival-2026.webp GEO:51.9200883;-2.0702448 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Jockey Club Cheltenham Racecourse Evesham Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL50 4SH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Evesham Road:geo:-2.0702448,51.9200883 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260309T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260309T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20250817T133349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T033209Z UID:10011173-1773084600-1773093600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Helen & Douglas House Charity Comedy Gala DESCRIPTION:Helen & Douglas House Charity Comedy Gala\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Helen & Douglas House Charity Comedy Gala\n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, the Helen & Douglas House Charity Comedy Gala returns in 2026! \n\n\n\nA sell-out success in 2025\, Helen & Douglas House is back with another star-studded evening of comedy\, hosted by Matt Richardson and friends. This one-night-only event brings together a stellar lineup of the country’s finest comedians\, all performing for a fantastic cause. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Helen & Douglas House Charity Comedy Gala\n\n\n\nWith proceeds going to support local children with life-limiting illnesses\, you can enjoy an unforgettably hilarious evening while making a difference in your community. \n\n\n\nMeet your host\, Matt Richardson \n\n\n\nHaving started stand-up at just 18 years old\, Matt is now a fixture at all the major comedy clubs in the UK and has performed overseas on countless occasions. \n\n\n\nMatt is a seasoned TV and radio host and has presented shows such as The Extra Factor (ITV2)\, The Hangover Games (E4) and Virgin Radio’s Drive Time Show. \n\n\n\nHis other TV appearances include Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC Two)\, Roast Battle (Comedy Central)\, Celebrity Juice (ITV) and pretty much any spin-off show you can name! \n\n\n\nLaura Smyth – Laura won the 2019 Funny Women Awards\, having only been doing comedy for 5 months. Since then\, she has continued to take the comedy scene by storm\, supporting Jack Whitehall and Michelle de Swarte on tour and playing the Comedy Arena at Latitude\, Reading and Leeds Festivals. \n\n\n\nTV appearances include Live At The Apollo\, Frankie Boyle’s New World Order\, Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club and Cats Does Countdown. \n\n\n\nZoe Lyons – Zoe is an award-winning stand-up and actor. She’s an immediately recognisable voice on Radio 4 and has made memorable appearances on TV’s biggest shows\, including \n\n\n\nLive at the Apollo\, Have I Got News for You\, QI\, Mock the Week\, Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins 2023 and many more. \n\n\n\nZoe is a regular at the Edinburgh Festival\, and her shows Entry Level Human\, Mustard Cutter and Little Miss Misfit have toured the UK and been praised by critics and audiences alike. \n\n\n\nEd Byrne – During his twenty years in comedy\, Ed has enjoyed great critical and popular success in the UK and Ireland and developed a huge following overseas. \n\n\n\nHe has performed hit tours\, sold out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe\, and become a stalwart fixture on TV and radio. Ed’s appearances include BBC Radio’s The Unbelievable Truth and What’s So Funny\, and he’s been a regular panellist on Mock the Week and Have I Got News for You\, as well as being a memorable guest on the Graham Norton Show. \n\n\n\nFin Taylor – Host of the hugely successful online sensation Fin Vs The Internet and the podcast Fin Vs History\, Fin has become one of the UK’s most popular cult comedians. As seen on Live At The Apollo\, 8 Out Of 10 Cats\, Have I Got News For You\, The Mash Report\, and Comedy Central’s Roast Battle. \n\n\n\n“Smart\, explosively funny\, his reputation for fearlessness has propelled him into UK comedy’s big league.” The Guardian \n\n\n\nAndrew Bird – Andrew hails from Northamptonshire and moved to London to pursue a career in stand-up. He worked at a bar making the regulars laugh before his career in live comedy took off. \n\n\n\nSince then\, Andrew has become a top headline act up and down the UK and has been entertaining audiences around the world\, from Dublin to Doha. He has supported Rhod Gilbert\, Rob Brydon\, and Michael McIntyre’s arena tour\, performing at Wembley and the O2. \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 £29.40 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nMonday 09 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 30 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n18+ or 16+ with an adult. \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nLine-up subject to change. \n\n\n\nContent guidance: \n\n\n\nThis show will feature strong adult themes and swearing. \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/helen-douglas-house-charity-comedy-gala/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/HelenDouglasComedyGala_Title_1920x1080.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2AG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24-26 George Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T214000 DTSTAMP:20260418T181346 CREATED:20260215T144046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T122319Z UID:10011615-1772998200-1773006000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Showaddywaddy DESCRIPTION:Showaddywaddy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Showaddywaddy\n\n\n\n‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement\, but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 5 decades! \n\n\n\nFormed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands\, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the World extensively. \n\n\n\nTheir live show is dynamic and uplifting\, featuring all of their biggest hits\, many of which reached number one on the pop charts of Europe. ‘Under The Moon of Love’\, ‘Three Steps to Heaven’\, ‘Hey Rock & Roll’\, ‘When’\, ‘Blue Moon’\, ‘Pretty Little Angel Eyes’ and many\, many more. \n\n\n\nSo come and join the ‘Dancin’ Party’… ‘You’ve Got What It Takes’! \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 £27.50 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 08 March 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours 10 minutes\, including an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/showaddywaddy/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Showaddywaddy_Title4_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 END:VCALENDAR