A Playhouse for Everyone

Bringing live performance, drama, dance, comedy to our stages in the heart of Oxford. We also work with over 15,000 young people a year through our young people's theatre company and community activities.

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Coming Up...

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    Improbable Sessions: AI and Consciousness

    Improvised music and thought-provoking ideas

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  2. Detention

    Section 28 explored through powerful dance and storytelling

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    The Party Girls

    The sensational story of the Mitford sisters

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A Seat To Remember

Celebrate someone special or your own love of theatre by naming a seat in our auditorium. Whether it’s a personal tribute, a special gift, or a celebration of your love for theatre, naming a seat means you’ll be part of every show.

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LATEST NEWS...

  1. Playhouse Adult Company End of Term Performance

    23 July 2025

  2. Cast announced for Breaking the Code

    22 July 2025

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    Headlong and Shakespeare's Globe stage A Midsummer Night's Dream

    17 July 2025

  4. Coming up at Oxford Playhouse: Autumn 2025

    9 July 2025

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    Oxford Playhouse Adult Company brings The Caucasian Chalk Circle to the Main Stage

    1 July 2025

  6. Two actors travelling through time fight over the gear shift and in mid yell, have broken and raise over their heads in despair. The stage is set with a colourful backdrop and a bright blue trunk with props spilling out.

    Playhouse Plays Out Tent Tour & Open Days Announced!

    19 May 2025

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    Announcing Playmaker Later

    31 July 2025

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Find out more about our Autumn Take Part events.

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