Open House: Great Hall Stage

Name: Open House: Great Hall Stage
Start: 2026-04-25T10:25:00+01:00
End: 2026-04-25T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Schwarzman Centre

25 Apr 2026 10:25 - 18:00

25 Apr 2026

10:25 - 18:00

25 Apr 2026

10:25 - 18:00

Schwarzman Centre, Oxford

Great Hall

Drop in

The Great Hall Stage is at the heart of Open House, with pop up performances happening throughout the day.

Join us for an exciting display of culture, creativity and shared experience.

Take part in a journey through Korean language and culture, led by Professor Jieun Kiaer and inspired by the music of K Pop Demon Hunters. Enjoy live performances of songs from the film, learn some of the Saja Boys’ dance moves, and explore the cultural world behind the story.

Head Over Wheels, the innovative multi-disciplinary company bringing together disabled and non-disabled performers, present an exclusive extract from their new show Mummy, what’s wrong with that man’s legs? - a thoughtful and engaging piece that invites audiences to see the world from different perspectives.

Local company Justice in Motion share a brand new piece of physical theatre, offering a powerful and visually striking show that reflects their distinctive, socially engaged style.

Body Politic YOUTH perform a short dance piece, showcasing the energy and talent of young local performers.

The Cocoa Butter Club brings a special Open House performance, blending cabaret with themes of identity, representation and self-expression in a bold and entertaining way.

Throughout the day, award-winning poet and playwright Yomi Ṣode curates a series of live spoken word performances, showcasing a range of voices and styles to mark the opening of the building.

The day also spotlights the Leys Festival: one people, one place, with music and performances that bring the community together.

Further performances to be announced, with some surprises on the day.

Come along, explore something new, and be part of the celebration.

Part of Open House, a free festival day of performances and events open to everyone.

No ticket required! Just drop in on the day.

There's plenty to explore at Open House with pop-up events running all day throughout the building.

Part of

Open House

Great Hall Stage: what's on

Hosted by Neev Spencer (Magic FM).

Event times may be subject to change.

10:30 - 11.30 Oxford University Jazz Scheme

Enjoy some music with a morning coffee in the stunning Great Hall space.

12:00 - 13:00 Welcome to Open House!

A music extravaganza featuring Broadway composer Andrew Lippa performing selected songs from his award-winning repertoire of shows, followed by a celebration of the smash-hit film K Pop Demon Hunters – featuring live music and even an appearance from the Saja Boys themselves!

13:30 - 14:00 Pop-up previews

A special sneak peek into shows and artists coming up in the Schwarzman Centre programme, including renowned company Head Over Wheels performing an exclusive extract of their new show, a performance from the Choir of Keble College, and special performances from Body Politic YOUTH and international dance sensation Lil Buck.

14:30 - 15:00 Leys Festival: One People, One Place

A celebration of The Leys with music, poetry and performance. Make sure to catch newly commissioned short films about the festival and community screened in the Cinema afterwards.

15:30 - 16:00 Pop-up previews

Another chance to watch special performances from artists and shows appearing in the upcoming programme, including Head Over Wheels, Lil Buck, Body Politic YOUTH plus Tim McInnerny performing an new sketch specially written by screenwriter Richard Curtis

16:30 - 17:00 The Cocoa Butter Club

A bold, joyful and high energy cabaret event

17:30 - 18:00 Poetry and Performance

Curated by Yomi Ṣode with special guests. A closing moment.

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