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Welcome to our Winter Season
Agamemnon
Today at 14:30 - Sat 18 Oct
A story of sacrifice, treachery and adultery, performed in Greek by the University of Oxford Classical Drama Society.
The Burial at Thebes
Sun 19 Oct at 19:30
This world premiere production brings together some of the world’s most revered musicians, theatre makers and poets, spanning generations and continents. For the first time in his illustrious career Seamus Heaney has allowed an operatic approach to one of his works.
My Brilliant Divorce
Mon 20 Oct at 19:30
Bizarre dates, suspect purchases, a near reconciliation with the ex and a singles weekend away brings about a surprise meeting and maybe some hope...
Ennio Marchetto
Tue 21 Oct at 19:30
Taking the art of mimicry and lightning fast quick-change into another realm...
Have Box Will Travel
Wed 22 Oct - Wed 22 Oct
From DJ-ing in a South London bedroom to spinning records in some of the biggest clubs in the world.
Charles Simonyi Lecture- Richard Dawkins
Thu 23 Oct at 17:30
To help celebrate the Playhouse’s 70th Anniversary, Richard Dawkins will be delivering this year’s Charles Simonyi Lecture.
Victor Spinetti's A Very Private Diary
Fri 24 Oct at 20:00
Award-winning screen and theatre star Victor Spinetti unlocks his very private diary in the last show to be directed by Playhouse patron, the late Ned Sherrin.
Many Happy Returners
Sat 25 Oct at 19:30
Revisit some of the Playhouse’s theatrical highlights and memorable moments from the last 70 years.
Seventy-Not Out!
Sun 26 Oct at 19:30
Join the irrepressible Master of Ceremonies Gyles Brandreth and guests including Diana Quick, Philip Pullman, ‘Dame’ Simon Green, Freddie Jones, Toby Jones and Jason Watkins.
Liberty
Tue 28 Oct - Sat 1 Nov
A funny, traditional, romantic drama starring Belinda Lang.
Private jealousies and public fears, panic legislation and political correctness all combine in a thrilling new production, fresh from its premiere at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
A Few Good Men
Wed 5 Nov - Sat 8 Nov
Can you handle the truth? Private Santiago is found dead in Guantanamo Bay:no questions are asked. But when Lt. Daniel Kaffee investigates the case, he finds that all is not as it seems…
Duncan Dares
Fri 7 Nov at 17:00
Part raconteur, part explorer, part back end of a cow.
Muslim Music Festival
Sun 9 Nov at 15:00
An eclectic variety of profound and sacred music from the Islamic world.
The Cripple of Inishmann
Tue 11 Nov - Sat 15 Nov
This comic masterpiece sees outrageous island eccentrics trade stories to within an inch of their lives, while a young man tries to make sense of who he is.
An Ideal Husband
Mon 17 Nov - Sat 22 Nov
Sir Peter Hall’s highly acclaimed production of Oscar Wilde’s play makes a much anticipated return to the stage.
Chess The Musical
Mon 24 Nov - Sat 29 Nov
Oxford Operatic Society present the critically acclaimed ‘Rock Opera’ from Tim Rice and the men behind the music of Abba and Mamma Mia.
Welcome to our Winter Season
Oxford Playhouse is a vibrant presenting theatre and a key date on the national touring circuit, with strong support from a wide cross-section of audience. We host a programme of classic drama, comedy theatre, dance, music, music theatre and children's theatre all year round, which is exceptionally varied and consistently excellent. We are also taking an increasingly active role in producing, launching and commissioning new work. Situated In the heart of Oxford, opposite the Ashmolean Museum, we are committed to making your trip as enjoyable as possible.
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