Reading Time: 2 minutesA gripping political drama where sharp dialogue, old friendships and bruising ambition collide. Politics might not immediately seem like the most entertaining subject for a night at the theatre, but The Gang of Three proves otherwise. Written…
Reading Time: 3 minutesFew musicals have enjoyed the longevity of Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers, yet despite its familiarity, its exploration of class, inequality and circumstance remains remarkably pertinent today. This latest production at the Oxford Playhouse is a captivating and emotionally charged reminder of why the musical continues to resonate so strongly with audiences.
Reading Time: 3 minutesJah Making It Happen brought a heartfelt story of family, ambition and the Windrush generation to the Oxford Playhouse, combining moments of genuine emotion with reggae music and plenty of well-placed humour.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Glenn Miller Orchestra brought the unmistakable sound of the swing era to the Oxford Playhouse for one night only, offering an evening of nostalgia, accomplished musicianship and feel-good entertainment. With an auditorium filled with enthusiastic Glenn Miller fans, there was a real sense of shared affection for the music, with audiences clapping along and, during the Frank Sinatra section of the evening, even joining in with the singing.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA beautifully intimate and emotionally rich celebration of Thomas Hardy, elevated by mesmerising music and the commanding presence of Anton Lesser.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA lively and thought-provoking exploration of education, brought to life through energetic performances and contemporary relevance. Education, Education, Education, originally written by the The Wardrobe Ensemble and directed by Paul Simpson, is an ambitious and engaging production…
Reading Time: 2 minutesA masterclass in psychological tension that proves fear is most powerful when left to the imagination. The Woman in Black at the Oxford Playhouse is a tightly controlled and psychologically unsettling production that demonstrates the enduring power of…
Reading Time: 2 minutesStripped back yet emotionally expansive, Nowhere is an impassioned exploration of exile, resistance, and shared humanity. Khalid Abdalla’s Nowhere, currently playing at the Oxford Playhouse, is an intense and deeply affecting piece of theatre that uses space, light, and the…
Reading Time: 2 minutesA well executed and heartfelt revival, OXOPS captures the pure nostalgia andvocal excellence of this beloved stage classic. Oxford Operatic Society’s production of The Sound of Music at the New Theatre Oxford offers a polished and warmly…
Reading Time: 2 minutesA riotous Britpop makeover that proves panto can be both nostalgic and brilliantly new. The Oxford Playhouse has long been known for delivering lively, crowd-pleasing pantomimes, but this year’s Dick Whittington takes that expectation and spins it in an…