New Theatre Oxford News
Browse news and stories, including the latest cast announcements and reviews from New Theatre Oxford – the main commercial theatre in Oxford.
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Review: An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical – Reviving 80s nostalgia with a modern twist
As Leicester Curve’s production of An Officer and a Gentleman: The Musical touring the UK heads to Oxford, director Nikolai Foster says audiences are in for a surprise.
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Celebrated musical Jesus Christ Superstar set to take the stage at New Theatre Oxford
The UK tour of the Olivier Award-winning reimagined production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated musical Jesus Christ Superstar is set to take the stage at New Theatre Oxford.
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Review: Come From Away – A musical celebration of the best of humanity in the face of adversity
The Tony Award-winning musical tells the remarkable true story of the events that unfolded when 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were ordered to land unexpectedly in the small town of Gander in Newfoundland, Canada, in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
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In Pictures: Madagascar the Musical
“Madagascar the Musical” is a stage adaptation of the popular animated film “Madagascar,” produced by DreamWorks Animation, where a group of zoo animals from the Central Park Zoo in New York City accidentally end up in the wilds of Madagascar.
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Smash-hit family favourite Madagascar The Musical tour arrives in Oxford
Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – The Musical follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.
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Richard Dawkins announces Oxford date as part of 2024 Live Tour
Richard Dawkins – one of the most respected scientists and thinkers of our time – will embark on a new tour of the USA and Europe, including an unmissable date in Oxford.
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New Theatre Oxford operator Ambassador Theatre Group to rebrand as ATG Entertainment
Ambassador Theatre Group has announced that it is rebranding as ATG Entertainment to reflect the company’s evolution from theatre operator and capture the increasing variety of its content across music, comedy and events.
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New Theatre Oxford launches Corporate Club with access to state-of-the-art Director’s Box
New Theatre Oxford has launched a Corporate Club that will allow businesses to be part of the ultimate live entertainment experience with exclusive access to a brand new, sumptuous, state-of-the-art Director’s Box.
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Review: The Drifters Girl – Notes of tenacity in a compelling and uplifting performance
The performance is a whirlwind of events and information. It moves at such a pace that some might find it a little bit overwhelming, but all things considered, it is a compelling and uplifting theatrical experience.
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New Theatre Oxford to host multi-award-winning production of War Horse
Opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre in September, the National Theatre’s global smash-hit production of War Horse will take residency at New Theatre Oxford over the festive season from 10 December 2024.
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I Should Be So Lucky musical with digital Kylie Minogue heads to the stage in Oxford
The wedding might be off, but the honeymoon is still on! Head from the aisle to the Isles as the official Stock Aitken Waterman musical “I Should Be So Lucky” makes its way to Oxford’s New Theatre
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Ellen Kent returns to New Theatre Oxford with Carmen & Madama Butterfly
Ellen Kent returns to Oxford’s New Theatre with the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, presenting stunning classical productions of Bizet’s Carmen and Puccini’s Madama Butterfly.
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The Vivienne: From Drag Superstar to Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz
Arguably, the UK’s premier drag superstar, The Vivienne, shares her thoughts ahead of the UK and Ireland tour of The Wizard of Oz.
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Meet the cast of The Wizard of Oz Musical tour heading to Oxford
Meet the cast of The Wizard of Oz Musical UK and Ireland tour heading to New Theatre Oxford on Wednesday, 10 January 2024.
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Review: Everybody’s Talking About Jamie – A celebration of identity and resilience
Inspired by a 2011 BBC documentary, ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ is a heartwarming and empowering musical that will leave you in high spirits long after the curtains come down.
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Review: Pretty Woman The Musical – A stage full of love, laughter, and lifelong dreams
As the UK and Ireland tour of Pretty Woman: The Musical comes to Oxford’s New Theatre, we delve into the fascinating journey of transforming this classic romantic comedy into a spectacular stage musical and the enduring legacy of the late Garry Marshall’s heartwarming storytelling