Oxford Festival of the Arts is reminding people that it is returning to venues for the summer of 2022.

Led by Magdalen College School, between June 24 and July 25, there will be a diverse programme of music, theatre, visual art, film, dance, comedy and literature will take place at a range of inspiring venues across the city.

The line-up features actor Brian Blessed and former Prime Minister Theresa May MP.

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Shakespeare’s Globe are performing Julius Caesar while family-friendly events include The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on Broad Street and Queens and Kings on MCS School Field.

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Director of the festival Michelle Castelletti said: ‘OFA2022 promises to be as bold as it is exhilarating, as meaningful as it is thought-provoking, and as inclusive as it is inspiring. There is laughter, poignancy, excitement and beauty awaiting all.”

Master of Magdalen College School Helen Pike said: "It is a joy that we are all able to share the full festival experience once again.

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“And what a festival it is going to be: a celebration of our world in a multitude of ways - and of Oxford’s scientific, literary and creative achievement, too.

"We hope that there will be an event to entertain and inspire everyone – and an opportunity to come down and enjoy each other’s company in beautiful surroundings.”

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This story was written by Andy Ffrench, he joined the team more than 20 years ago and now covers community news across Oxfordshire.

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