New Theatre Oxford Oxford

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Chris McCausland: Yonks!

Don't miss the decorated comedian as he heads on tour!

Dear England

James Graham’s football drama shoots and scores - telling the story of Gareth Southgate’s remarkable journey to England manager.

Sunny Afternoon

The true story of The Kinks is better than ever on stage. See the hit musical on tour, featuring “Lola”, “Days” and more.

HERE & NOW - The Steps Musical

Experience the joy of Here & Now, the vibrant musical inspired by the chart-topping hits of Steps.

2:22 A Ghost Story

Award-winning, supernatural thriller, 2:22 A Ghost Story is back on stage. This time it's heading to a theatre near you.

Operation Mincemeat

Don’t miss the first UK tour of this Olivier Award-winning musical comedy about spies, bravery, and… corpses? God, that’s brilliant!

Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift

With eccentric villagers, shocking twists and an unforgettable reveal, the acclaimed TV favourite comes to the stage.

Legally Blonde

Book now for this brand new production of the hit West End musical, based on the beloved Noughties film - and don’t forget to wear pink!

The Karate Kid The Musical

A Tony Award-winning design team transforms iconic cinematic moments into an emotionally charged, kinetic stage experience.

Waitress

The hit musical returns for a UK tour as Jenna bakes her way through a complicated life to find happiness.

Lord of the Dance 30th Anniversary

Celebrate 30 years of Lord of the Dance with breathtaking choreography and stunning Irish dance.

Fawlty Towers

Straight from its West End run, Fawlty Towers delivers all the unforgettable chaos and charm of the classic British sitcom.

The Silence of the Lambs

The chilling cultural phenomenon comes to the stage for the first time.

Mean Girls

The hilarious smash-hit comedy hits the road. Get in loser, we're going on tour!

Jersey Boys

Walk Like A Man to the New Theatre Oxford to catch the jukebox musical sensation!

Just For One Day

An electrifying cast of bona fide rockstars bring the iconic gig back to life 40 years on!

What’s On at New Theatre Oxford

The New Theatre Oxford has an exciting selection of events coming up in 2026, ensuring there's something for every taste. First, musical fans can look forward to West End hits including WWII comedy Operation Mincemeat and rom-com Waitress, starring Carrie Hope Fletcher.

Elsewhere, comedy and entertainment lovers are in for a treat with Chris McCausland's latest stand-up show in February 2026. We all loved him sweeping across the dance floor in Strictly, but now he's back to the day job! There's also the acclaimed stage adaptation of Fawlty Towers, and we promise you'll get a warm welcome from Basil...

Finally, don't miss tickets for some top spooky shows this year, including 2:22 A Ghost Story and The Silence of the Lambs. Whether you’re into musicals, comedy, or tricks of the mind, the New Theatre Oxford has just the ticket.

About the New Theatre Oxford

The New Theatre Oxford is the city’s main commercial venue, first opening in 1836 to host music hall entertainment. The site was later taken over by the Oxford University Dramatic Society whose refreshed, 1,000-seat capacity venue debuted with a production of Twelfth Night. After a fire damaged the theatre in 1892, Stanley Dorrill commissioned architects William and T.R. Milburn to redesign the interior in a distinctive art deco style which audiences can still admire to this day.

The Dorrills ran the New Theatre as a family business between 1908 and 1972, during which time a revolving stage was installed in 1934 and touring productions, pantomimes and concerts became a staple of its annual schedule. As theatregoing dwindled following the rise of television, Howard and Wyndham bought out the Dorrill family in 1972, with Apollo Leisure taking over in 1977 and renaming the building The Apollo. Following a few more changes of management and a refurbishment in 2003, the venue was once again named the New Theatre and has been operated by Ambassador Theatre Group since 2009.

The New Theatre Oxford is now best-known for large-scale events such touring West End productions, including Chicago and Dirty Dancing.

Map and Address

George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AG

New Theatre Oxford is located centrally in this renowned university town. The town centre is small and compact so it’s easily walkable. The theatre is a few streets away from the High Street, which contains many shops, cafes and places to eat and drink, as well as a shopping centre and covered market. Oxford University’s campus contains striking architecture, and the Ashmolean Museum holds a vast collection of arts and antiquities. There are several other smaller galleries and museums nearby as well, with excellent transport links available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The box office opens for ticket collection 90 minutes before the first performance of the day begins.

The venue’s public spaces are open 90 minutes before the start of a performance. Arrive early to make sure you have a relaxed time without long queues for entry or the bars.

There are four bars at the theatre, serving a range of snacks and refreshments, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. There is a large air-conditioned bar is below the Stalls foyer as well as two bars in the Circle Foyer and one at the rear of the Balcony.

There is no cloakroom at the venue. Visitors are advised not to bring any extraneous items that they would not be able to keep on their lap or under their seat during the performance.

The White Rabbit, two minutes’ walk from New Theatre, is a popular pub serving craft beer and pizzas, all cooked in a woodfire oven and with various toppings to choose from. Fans of pan-Asian food including Malaysian, Vietnamese and Indonesian should try Banana Tree on George Street, which is around seven minutes from the theatre on foot.

The 4-star Malmaison Oxford is a charming boutique hotel in the historic centre of the city. Set in the unique surroundings of a converted Victorian prison, the hotel’s restaurant Chez Mal is perfect for pre-theatre dining and cocktails. If you’re on a budget, there are also many affordable options near the theatre, including The Buttery and George Street Hotel.

The box office team can be contacted for booking queries by calling 0333 009 6690.

Past Shows

Miss Saigon

28 reviews

Closed 03 January 2026

Mamma Mia!

25 reviews

Closed 06 December 2025

Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra

0 reviews

Closed 09 November 2025

War Horse

31 reviews

Closed 04 January 2025

What's Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute To Tina Turner

0 reviews

Closed 16 November 2024

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

24 reviews

Closed 30 December 2023

Russell Howard

4 reviews

Closed 16 July 2023

Jimmy Carr - Terribly Funny

3 reviews

Closed 22 March 2023

Tim Peake: My Journey To Space

1 reviews

Closed 11 September 2022

Jack Dee - Off The Telly

0 reviews

Closed 20 May 2022

RuPaul's Drag Race

2 reviews

Closed 11 April 2022

School Of Rock The Musical

15 reviews

Closed 01 January 2022

Bat Out Of Hell - The Musical

9 reviews

Closed 16 October 2021

Motown the Musical

12 reviews

Closed 04 January 2020

Romesh Ranganathan - The Cynic's Mixtape

0 reviews

Closed 17 November 2019

Stories with Santa

0 reviews

Closed 24 December 2018

Paul Carrack

0 reviews

Closed 14 April 2018

Amongst the Stars

0 reviews

Closed 23 December 2017

New Theatre Oxford Oxford

New Theatre Oxford Tickets

Book Tickets using 1,138 Real Photos

Chris McCausland: Yonks!

Dear England

Sunny Afternoon

HERE & NOW - The Steps Musical

2:22 A Ghost Story

Operation Mincemeat

Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift

Legally Blonde

The Karate Kid The Musical

Waitress

Lord of the Dance 30th Anniversary

Fawlty Towers

The Silence of the Lambs

Mean Girls

Jersey Boys

Just For One Day

What’s On at New Theatre Oxford

About the New Theatre Oxford

Map and Address

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Past Shows

Miss Saigon

Mamma Mia!

Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra

War Horse

What's Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute To Tina Turner

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Russell Howard

Jimmy Carr - Terribly Funny

Tim Peake: My Journey To Space

Jack Dee - Off The Telly

RuPaul's Drag Race

School Of Rock The Musical

Bat Out Of Hell - The Musical

Motown the Musical

Romesh Ranganathan - The Cynic's Mixtape

Stories with Santa

Paul Carrack

Amongst the Stars