The Tent

Prepare your senses for an exotic journey back to 1940′s Casablanca.  Enjoy an evening of authentic dining and entertainment in the stunning surroundings of Dorchester Abbey and the Cloister Garden marquee. Download your ticket application form here

What do you get when you cross two of the UK’s most brilliant kids performers? The Line Kings – that’s what! First – Ian Billings, writer for stage and screen (including BBC’s Chucklevision) and author of many fine books. His giggle-riddled stand-up comedy show has taken him to theatres and schools and libraries throughout the …

RhythmZone Andy from RhythmZone will be running fun and engaging African Hand Drumming Workshops for all ages. Participants will learn basic technique and traditional West African rhythm patterns. We will also learn signals to lead the group, play musical games and develop our own musical pieces.

All are welcome to a fun session of circus skills in the tent. Spin some plates to work up an appetite for Sunday lunch or to wear off energy with juggling before going to see the Festival performance matinee.

Tickets for Sunday 1 May 2011 are now only available on the door. (Art at the Beginning – an afternoon of worksops designed for the adult beginner to try out arts for the first time.  Three of these sessions run twice so that you can try more than one workshop in the afternoon.) This 2 hour workshop …

Tickets for Sunday 1 May 2011 are now only available on the door. (Art at the Beginning – an afternoon of worksops designed for the adult beginner to try out arts for the first time.  Three of these sessions run twice so that you can try more than one workshop in the afternoon.) Amanda introduces you to the …

Tickets for Sunday 1 May 2011 are now only available on the door. (Art at the Beginning – an afternoon of worksops designed for the adult beginner to try out arts for the first time.  Three of these sessions run twice so that you can try more than one workshop in the afternoon.) Come and learn the …

Tickets for Sunday 1 May 2011 are now only available on the door. (Art at the Beginning – an afternoon of worksops designed for the adult beginner to try out arts for the first time. ) The Beginner’s Palette : a 4 hour  introduction to watercolour painting skills with artist and tutor Rebecca Hind. Please bring watercolour materials – …

Bring along a picnic tea and dance along to a great Oxford ceilidh band! Cat Kelly and Jamie Huddlestone are the most popular ceilidh duo in and around Oxford, and as a one off special for this evening have invited guitarist Tristan Seume (from the Jackie Oates band) to join them. Cat’s driving fiddle playing …

A combination ticket to a brilliant afternoon of 3 Pegasus workshops: Street dance 1-2pm: A chance to have fun and learn a new street routine. The style orientates towards nu-skool hip-hop, blending original hip-hop dance styles such as locking, popping and house with some more contemporary-based movements. Come along, have fun and challenge yourselves! The …

A chance to have fun and learn a new street routine. The style orientates towards nu-skool hip-hop, blending original hip-hop dance styles such as locking, popping and house with some more contemporary-based movements. Come along, have fun and challenge yourselves! The evolution of street dance has begun…. (photo David Fisher) Pegasus Theatre is at the …

Use your voice to create music, beats and rap. You will learn to create your own lyrics and put them to a rhythmic beat. Become the new Benjamin Zephaniah or even Eminem but most of all feel the beat and have fun! Pegasus Theatre is at the heart of a diverse community in East Oxford, …

Interactive “Arcade” dance mats – Pegasus is hosting its very own grand-scale dance mat tournament. Challenge your friends and family members to step to the beat. With up-to eight mats active at a time, this is bound to be a popular event! Pegasus Theatre is at the heart of a diverse community in East Oxford, specialising …

Come along to Baby College and learn new ideas for play at home, a chance to learn what you need to know about how they will develop and a sociable and supportive morning with other parents and babies. Baby College is a fun and innovative weekly class run in venues all around Oxfordshire. Baby College is parent …

A wonderful selection for adults and children alike: belts, bags, jewellery, sculpture, paintings, natural skincare products, cards and gift wrap, goodies for children, clothing and scarves … and, whether you’re visiting the Festival events, taking in the wonder of the Abbey or simply want to have a day out treating someone to a light lunch …

Come along to Baby College and learn new ideas for play at home, a chance to learn what you need to know about how they will develop and a sociable and supportive morning with other parents and babies. Baby College is a fun and innovative weekly class run in venues all around Oxfordshire. Baby College is parent …