Today we’re turning our focus to some reliable favourites for delivering spellbinding Christmas shows. Starting with the ever-impressive Creation Theatre. Last year, their musical take on Dickens' A Christmas Carol had us calling it ‘a dazzling achievement’ with a ‘gleeful punk edge’ and their take on Hansel and Grettel looks to be just as revitalizing. Once again at the North Wall, expect a gripping and uplifting show for the whole family.
Wild Goose Theatre have made their name with rich, thoughtful productions of literary classics, from Frankenstein to Hamlet. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before we were treated to A Sherlock Holmes Christmas. This comic production gathers some of Arthur Conan Doyle’s most festive stories about the eponymous detective for a witty evening of mystery and myrrh-th.
Finally, acclaimed equine epic War Horse returns to the New Theatre for Christmas. The tender tale of a boy and his beloved horse in wartime is renowned for its incredible puppetry and moving storytelling. Bring tissues!
Hansel and Grettel: North Wall Arts Centre, until Sat 4th Jan, Wed - Sun, times vary. Tickets from £13.50, concessions available.
A Sherlock Holmes Christmas: The Source at The Old Courthouse, until Sat 21st Dec, Mon - Sat, 7.30pm, with 2.30pm matinees on Saturdays. Tickets £17.50/£15 concessions.
War Horse: The New Theatre, until Sat Jan 4th, Mon - Sat, 7.30pm with various 2.30pm matinees. Tickets from £15
Welcome to Daily Info’s 2024 Advent Calendar – 24 days of events to celebrate the festive period and get ready to ring in the New Year!
This year's calendar offers a mix of Christmas activities - pantos, comedy shows, carol concerts etc, taking in traditions in Oxford and the wider area, as well as free diversions in December and some of the best happenings to book ahead for in 2025.
