Abingdon Living Mar - Apr 2020

Now only an organisation known as the
ancient guild of tale tenders can save the
stories - and they need your help.
Harcourt Arboretum
Oxford Lodge, Peacock Gate, Nuneham
Courtenay, Oxford OX44 9PX
01865610305
www.obga.ox.ac.uk/visit-arboretum
Wednesday 8 April
Family Craft
Join them for spring-themed children’s craft
activities in magnificent surroundings!
Look out for spring plants like crocus,
scilla (which look a little like bluebells, and
can be found at the base of some of the
larger oaks), and lesser celandine.
Discover some of the oldest redwoods in
the UK and meet the local wildlife.
Saturday 25 April, 11am - 4pm
Spring Fair
Enjoy traditional music, craft activities and
taste delicious local produce at Harcourt
Arboretum, the best collection of trees
in Oxfordshire with some of the oldest
redwoods in the UK.
Sunday 26 April
Forest Bathing at the Arboretum
A three-hour event, giving you the chance
to connect with the unique environment at
the Arboretum in a new and mindful way.
New Theatre Oxford
George Street, Oxford OX1 2AG
0844 871 3020
www.atgtickets.com/oxford
Saturday 29 February
The Illegal Eagles
Described as ‘flawless’ by The Express,
The Illegal Eagles are internationally
renowned for their outstanding ability to
recreate the Eagles’ distinctive sound with
both flare and incredible authenticity.
Sunday 8 March
Sing-A-Long-A The Greatest
Showman
Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac
Efron and hiss Rebecca Ferguson as you
experience The Greatest Showman in the
greatest way possible - with lyrics on the
screen so you can join in as loud as you want.
Wednesday 11 March
AJ Pritchard’s ‘AJ Live 2020’
‘AJ Live 2020’ will combine the best
moments from the Strictly you know and
love, intertwined with new energy and
packed choreography for all the family.
Sunday 15 March
Elvis Costello & The Imposters
This superlative ensemble - bassist and
vocalist Davey Faragher, Steve Nieve on
keyboards and Pete Thomas on drums are
once again augmented by singers Kitten
Kuroi and Briana Lee.
Monday 6 - Saturday 11 April
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert -
The Musical
Based on the Oscar-winning film, Priscilla
is the hilarious adventure of three friends
on a heart-warming journey story of selfdiscovery,
sassiness and acceptance.
Monday 13 April
The Joe & Dianne Show
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Together for their first ever joint tour, The
Joe & Dianne Show will give audiences
a fantastic evening of performance, full
of glitz, magic and plenty of laughs,
guaranteed to leave fans of all ages
spellbound.
Newbury Racecourse
The Racecourse, Newbury RG14 7NZ
01635 40015
www.newburyracecourse.co.uk
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 March
Be Wiser Jumps Season Finale
The 2019/20 Jump season at Newbury
draws to a close with two days of
competitive racing and a chance to see
some promising young horses perform in a
relaxed, informal atmosphere.
Friday 17 - Saturday 18 April
Dubai Duty Free Spring Trials
Two days of exciting Flat racing kick off
what will be a momentous 2020 season at
Newbury.
Oxford Playhouse
11-12 Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LW
01865 305305
www.oxfordplayhouse.com
Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14 March
Pride & Prejudice (sort of)
This is an adaptation like no other.
Six young women have a story to tell.
Men, money and microphones will be
fought over in this loving and irreverent
all-female adaptation of Jane Austen’s
unrivalled literary classic. Let the ruthless
matchmaking begin.
Monday 16 - Saturday 21 March
The Woman in Black
Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes
dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s
ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping
production, directed by Robin Herford, is a
brilliantly successful study in atmosphere,
illusion and controlled horror.
Tuesday 24 - Saturday 28 March
Alone In Berlin
Based on Hans Fallada’s bestselling novel
about true events in wartime Germany,
Alone in Berlin is an enthralling portrait of a
society gripped by the fear of a night-time
knock on the door.
Tuesday 31 March - Thursday 2 April
Doctor Faustus
Faustus - a brilliant scholar and man of
learning. So clever he can conjure up the
devil. Absolute knowledge, infinite
power, sorcery and magic are all
within his reach. But in return,
he must give up his soul.
Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 April
Room on the Broom
Jump on board the broom with the
witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ funfilled
adaptation of Room on the Broom,
the best-selling picture book by Julia
Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Tuesday 21 - Saturday 25 April
The Birthday Party
Harold Pinter’s most popular and widely
performed play comes to Oxford in this
dramatic new re-imagining.
Set in a dilapidated seaside boarding
house, the mysterious Stanley Webber
receives a visit from two sinister strangers,
Goldberg and McCann. They arrive on
Stanley’s birthday - or is it? What do
they want and why do they want to turn
Stanley’s quiet world upside down?
Pendon Museum
Long Wittenham, Abingdon OX14 4QD
01865 407365
www.pendonmuseum.com
Wednesdays 8 April and 15 April
Junior Modelling
Each child leaves with a completed model
diorama and new modelling skills.
Free school holiday Wednesday events on
a ‘drop-in’, ‘first come, first served’ basis.
These 30 minute sessions are suitable for
children from 5 years upwards. We require
that a parent be present throughout the
session.
The North Wall Arts
Centre
South Parade, Summertown OX2 7JN
01865 319450
www.thenorthwall.com
Friday 27 March, 8pm
Rhys James - Snitch
Mock The Week regular and star of his own
BBC Radio 4 series, Rhys James heads out
on his first national tour.
As also seen on Comedy Central’s Roast
Battle, Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central,
and heard on Radio 4’s The News Quiz.
Wednesday 8 April, 11am & 2pm
Arthur’s Dream Boat
A magical playful children’s show with
breath-taking puppets, so enchanting
that everyone will want to sail away with
Arthur’s in his dream boat. Brought to
you by the makers of Penguin and Out of
the Hat, with music by Tom Gray, of the
Mercury Award winning band Gomez.
Waterperry Gardens
Near Wheatley OX3 1JZ
01844 339254
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk
Saturday 28 March - Tuesday 21 April
Big Easter Bunny Hunt
Join the Big Easter Bunny Hunt around
the ornamental gardens. Find them all and
claim a special Easter prize. 2.50 per child -
children must be accompanied by an adult
for whom the garden entrance fee applies.
We take great care in compiling the
listings, however, we recommend that
you contact the venue in advance as
events and activities may be subject to
change