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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 6 | www.abingdonliving.co.uk 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
BUSCOT PARK & THE FARINGDON COLLECTION One of Oxfordshire’s best kept secrets Open from 1st April - 30th September 2020 Contact Info Line 01367 240932 or website: www.buscotpark.com for opening times Open Mornings Wednesday 29 April 2020 Saturday 26 September 2020 Wednesday 25 November 2020 Meet the staff and pupils Explore our Nursery and Reception, Junior and Senior Schools www.olab.org.uk/Open-Morning Our Lady’s Abingdon School | Independent Day School for 3–18 Radley Road | Abingdon | OX14 3PS | 01235 524658 admissions@olab.org.uk | www.olab.org.uk www.abingdonliving.co.uk | 7
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