A gigantean celebration of nature, love, and life, the Symphony is the quintessential example of Mahler's Symphonic thesis: 'The Symphony must be like the World, it must embrace everything'. From the striking brass chords of the opening movement - 'Pan Awakens' - to the Heavenly sounds of the bell-imitating Children's Choir, this Symphony features some […]
Following the success of our last concert featuring Shostakovich's Symphony No.5, OUPhil are delighted to return to the Sheldonian Theatre under the baton of conductor Joe Sollis. We will be bringing you a programme featuring Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F, and Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition. Our soloist is the spectacular Rufus Edwards. Join us […]
Join critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, Taskmaster champion, and award-winning broadcaster John Robins in conversation about alcohol addiction and the journey to sobriety What is an alcoholic? John will be heading out on tour to celebrate the publication of his beautifully written, moving and darkly funny forthcoming memoir, Thirst. He will tell the story of his […]
Join us at the Sheldonian Theatre for an evening with Maggie O'Farrell, author of the bestselling Hamnet as she discusses her new book, Land Join us for what promises to be a brilliant evening with bestselling author Maggie O’Farrell, as we celebrate the release of her new novel, Land. Inspired by the mapping of Ireland in […]
An evening of Spanish Music with bright, crisp rhythms and fragrant guitar Massenet Suite de El Cid Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Bizet Carmen Suite No. 1 de Falla Three Cornered Hat Suite No. 2 Rimsky-Korsakov Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34 Guitar: Plínio Fernandes Conductor: Antonio Méndez Spanish music has an atmosphere of its own which Manuel de Falla captured in concert works better […]
TEDxOxford returns to the Sheldonian Theatre LIMITED TIME OFFER - BUY YOUR TICKET ON SUNDAY 1 FEBRUARY FOR £20! TEDxOxford is Back! We’re excited to invite you to TEDxOxford, an unmissable day of bold ideas, inspiring stories, and world-changing conversations — taking place right here in Oxford. 📅 February 22, 2026 📍 The Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford ⏰ 10:00 AM […]
Join YouTuber and host of the Within Reason podcast Alex O’Connor for an evening of discussion and audience questions on God, religion, consciousness, and more. Ticket Information: Doors open at 18:00, show time of 19:30. Pre-show Q+A at 17:15. Pre-show Q&A tickets available - choose ticket type Show entry + Pre-show Q&A. Pre-show Q&A ticket includes show entry and […]
OUO joins forces with Conductor Peter Stark at the Sheldonian Theatre for a programme of Prokofiev, Boulanger and Ravel Programme: Sergei Prokofiev - Piano Concerto No. 3 INTERVAL Lili Boulanger - D'un matin de printemps Ravel - Daphnis et Chloé Suites 1 & 2 This term, the orchestra is delighted to be joined by internationally-renowned […]
