Reading Time: 2 minutesThe new touring production of Joseph at the New Theatre, Oxford captivates audiences with energetic performances, showcasing notable talent and leaving viewers exhilarated. Don't miss your chance to experience it!
Reading Time: 2 minutes“The Axiom of Choice was an entirelyenjoyable evening of theatre and something a little bit different.” “Did you assert your free will in your decision to come to our play?” The question that follows audience members throughout…
Reading Time: 3 minutesSex and subterfuge are the weapons of the conniving Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont in Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Christopher Hampton’s 1985 adaptation of Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’s 1792 novel of the same name. Scheming their way through the nobility of a pre-revolution France, the Marquise and Vicomte play Cupid, luring lovers into dangerous liaisons (see what I did there?), pulling the wool over their eyes before the rug out from under them. Among their victims are the young ingénue Cécile de Volanges, and Madame de Tourvel — the latter of whom proves the Vicomte’s downfall, as one can only play so long with the flames of passion before they too get burned.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAnil Seth's 2024 Charles Simonyi Lecture explores consciousness as a brain's predictive mechanism, emphasizing its significance in understanding human perception and psychiatric disorders. He argues that consciousness relates more to life than intelligence and discusses implications for AI and ethics, robustly outlining its importance across various fields for societal decision-making.
Reading Time: 2 minutesRebus: A Game Called Malice is a thrilling stage adaptation of Ian Rankin's detective, Inspector John Rebus. Set in a luxurious Edinburgh mansion, it expertly intertwines suspense and drama, featuring an impressive cast. Strong performances, especially by Gray O’Brien and Jade Kennedy, coupled with effective staging, create a captivating mystery experience for all audiences.
Reading Time: 2 minutesHeathers the Musical arrives at the Oxford Playhouse as part of its latest UK tour, following successful runs in London’s West End and two record-breaking national tours.
Reading Time: < 1 minutePerforming at the Oxford Playhouse, comedian and writer Maise Adam delivered a wildly amusing roll-on-the-floor funny stand-up show as a part of her ongoing ‘Appraisal’ tour.
Reading Time: 2 minutesPeaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby is currently touring around the UK and parts of Europe until August 2025. It is being performed at the New Theatre, Oxford from the 15-19th October. The show is a dance adaptation of the BBC series that has been choreographed by the insanely talented, Benoit Swan Pouffer. Rambert School of Dance initially explored classical ballet but then evolved into many other different dance styles including hip hop and more abstract dance forms. The companies training and work is located in the South Bank area in London. It is a breeding group of intensive and groundbreaking training that is developed into large scale touring productions. Themes that the play looks into include gang violence, grief, war and community. It tells the story of Thomas Shelby, the leader of the Peaky Blinders (a Birmingham based gang), who takes control of Birmingham in 1919 through violence and child trafficking. It was a deeply moving and thought-provoking piece of theatre. With huge dance numbers and a brilliant live band this show is not one to be missed.
Reading Time: 2 minutesMandala Theatre Company is an Oxfordshire based theatre company that devises and creates plays focussed on social justice and raising awareness.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe cast of ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ UK tour are performing at the New Theatre Oxford from the 2nd – 6th of October. I was lucky enough to be invited along to the Press Night and what a show it was! Huge ensemble numbers, fabulous costumes and brilliant comedic timing. The show tells the story of Caractacus Potts, an inventor, who is forced to raise money to afford to make his inventions such as “Toot Sweets” and “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”. It all takes a turn when the Vulgarians try to steal Chitty and the Child Catcher tries to capture Caractacus Pott’s children, Jeremy and Jemima. Will Chitty Chitty Bang Bang be able to save them? I loved this show, it was so bright and fun with lots of memorable tunes and a fantastic audience to accompany it.