Latest Events in Oxford(May Updated)

Alice in Wonderland Festival is usually celebrated on the first Saturday in July each year. Join venues across Oxford including the Oxford Museum, the History of Science Museum, Oxford Botanic Gardens, Weston Library, Alice Shop and the Story Museum for a variety of activities including theatre, puppetry, crafts, adventures, dance, games, talks and more to celebrate one of literature and Oxford's best-loved storytelling heroes.

From smartphones to jet engines, almost all of our technologies rely on raw materials mined from the earth. These technologies and the materials used in their manufacture are crucial to the survival and development of our societies. As we transition to green energy and become increasingly dependent on digital technologies, global demand for these materials is growing rapidly. The scientific and industrial communities are urgently seeking more ethical and sustainable ways to mine these vital raw materials, utilize them more efficiently, and recycle them effectively. We see critical raw materials in our news feeds almost daily, but how exactly do they integrate into our lives? What are they? Why do we need them? Where do we get them? And how will we obtain them in the future? The Natural History Museum at the University of Oxford, in collaboration with researchers from the Earth Programme and the Department of Physics, Life and Social Sciences, is preparing an exhibition that will explore these questions and potential solutions to our need for critical raw materials.

Pat Suet-Bik Hui 許雪碧 (b. 1943) is a US-based Hong Kong artist. This exhibition showcases her work alongside others who engage with the tradition of the 'three perfections' 三絕, which brings together the three art forms of poetry, calligraphy, and painting. The exhibition includes works by Hui, her contemporaries, her teacher Lui Shou-Kwan and others of his generation, as well as earlier examples from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Seeing Hui alongside these other artists will give visitors the context to understand her as both innovator and standard-bearer of tradition.

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The Oxford Shakespeare Festival, in its 16th year, will run from June 22 to August 15, 2026. This summer, enjoy three spectacular open-air theatre productions in the courtyards of Oxford Castle and Prison. Presented by the Wild Goose Theatre (formerly the Tomahawk Theatre), BMH Productions, and the Siege Theatre, these summer productions, located in the heart of Oxford, bring Shakespeare's classic plays to the stage. Shakespeare's *Julius Caesar* – June 22 – July 4 Amid the decline of the Roman Republic and the consolidation of Julius Caesar's power, an assassination sparks a struggle for Rome's future. *Macbeth* – July 6 – August 1, 2026 Transforms Oxford Castle and Prison into a world of ambition, prophecy, and bloody consequences. Romeo and Juliet—August 3rd to August 15th, 2026A bold reimagining of the world's greatest love story.

Join the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance in celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop and its global impact on dance at the Hip Hop 50 - Celebrating Hip Hop Dance Scholarship event. This festival is a three-part series of panels, workshops, and dancing, showcasing the rich scholarship, archives, culture, and practice of Hip Hop. The first event in this series, taking place on September 20, 2023, will feature a musical essay by DJ Lynnée Denise, renowned for her DJ Scholarship movement that redefines the role of the DJ as an archivist and cultural custodian. Following that, a Hip Hop scholarship panel will celebrate the publication of the Oxford Handbook of Hip Hop Dance Studies, with esteemed editors Imani Kai Johnson and Mary Fogarty in conversation with USC Kaufman professors E. Moncell Durden and Naomi Bragin. After the panel, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in Hip Hop dance workshops, open to all, where they can learn and experience the infectious energy of Hip Hop dance. Don't miss this chance to be part of a festival that not only commemorates the birth of Hip Hop but also celebrates its global influence on dance. Mark your calendars and be sure to register for this transformative event at the Glorya Kaufman International Dance Center (KDC) in Los Angeles. Admission is free, so come and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Hip Hop dance scholarship.

CASA Encore 2023 is a Panhellenic-wide dance competition that aims to support CASA of North Mississippi, a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children. Through the appointment of court-appointed, screened, and trained community volunteers, CASA of North Mississippi strives to change the stories of these vulnerable children across the county. The College Panhellenic community is thrilled to be a part of this important mission. This year, CASA Encore 2023 will be held on September 21 at 7:30 PM in the Pavilion at Ole Miss, located at 762 All American Drive, Oxford, MS 38655. This event provides an opportunity for everyone in the community to come together and show their support for the children who need it the most. By attending CASA Encore 2023, you'll not only have a chance to enjoy a captivating dance competition, but you'll also be making a difference in the lives of these children. Every child deserves a friend and a role model, and your presence at this event will help provide the support they need during this challenging time in their lives. Tickets for CASA Encore 2023 are available at a price of $15. Join us in this important cause and help us create a brighter future for the children in our community. Let's stand together and make a lasting impact.