Oxford Playhouse

Playhouse Youth Theatre is changing!Our platform for young people aged 12 to 16 (Years 7 to 11) with a passion for making theatre and being part of a collaborative ensemble will embark on a new, exciting year-long project, co-creating their own original piece of theatre.With co-creation at the heart of how our Youth Theatre works, participants will work closely as creatives alon...

Oxford Playhouse Pantomime Costumes for Sale!Ahead of this year's pantomime, Snow White, we're having something of a clear out...Usually tucked away in our costume department, our sparkling, striking and downright show-stopping pantomime pieces are being put on sale for you to get your hands on. Created by Oxford Playhouse designer, Immy Howard, these costumes have previously ap...

The Playhouse Adult Company, led by Emma Webb, welcomes anyone aged 26 and over with a passion for performance, and an excitement for joining a multi-generational company. From September 2026 to July 2027, our Adult Company will embark on a year-long project. In our Autumn Term, participants will take part in a series of masterclasses, developing skills in voice, movement and ch...

Oxford Playhouse is delighted to host its associate partner Headlong for their brand-new production of August Wilson’s Fences, the first major revival in over a decade of the American blockbuster.  This latest collaboration with regional venues Leeds Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester marks Headlong’s third major touring production to visit Oxford since the...

Oxford Playhouse is delighted to welcome back the queen of comedy herself, Ruby Wax. Following a number of previous appearances at the venue, and after earning a master’s degree in mindfulness based cognitive therapy from the University of Oxford, Ruby returns to the city with her latest show Absolutely Famous.  After recently entertaining her I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out of Her...