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Apollo Theatre

George Street, Oxford OX1 2AG, England
44-1865-723834
Ranked #43 of 87 attractions in Oxford
3.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Theatres
Owner description: The New Theatre welcomes touring musicals, opera, ballet and family shows along with top-name concerts and comedy events throughout the year. The...... more » Owner description: The New Theatre welcomes touring musicals, opera, ballet and family shows along with top-name concerts and comedy events throughout the year. The theatre is part of the Ambassador Theatre Group. « less
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Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

lovely eve old to see how you may wish to see things where abit expressive but ever thing else was good More

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High Wycombe, United Kingdom
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59 reviews 59 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This theatre is not too big as some of the new ones are and you can really get involved with what is going on. Excellent position in Oxford to get a meal before you go in. Very good list of future events at all times. A bit like London only local More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

I've been coming here for nearly 40 years! I've seen great bands, musicals, comedians. Great variety. Parking not on doorstep though. More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Gosh, the seats are small. If you are above 6ft then don't go, you'll be uncomfortable the entire performance, More

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Didcot
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Just a really good Theatre, central location and easy walk from railway station. More

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Moreton-in-Marsh, United Kingdom
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

Good for variety.....plays, bands, burlesque, opera. Something for everyone. Just the right sized venue - not too big or too small. More

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Oxford, England
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

This theatre was rebuilt in the 1920's I beleive, but I always wondered why the foyer was so small until I went on a tour of the theatre. It was built back to front and the Grand (marble) Foyer is now a Tradesman Entrance! I enjoyed the tour - it is interesting backstage. More

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Wallingford, United Kingdom
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Bg acts in a compact venue which gives atmosphere. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

Excellent theatre, showing a wide variety of entertainment. Very expensive food / drinks as always... so take a large bag and buy before you go! More

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Didcot
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

do not book a cheap seat if you suffer from vertigo! top seats near the roof are feet at had level for the row below and stage is tiny. Otherwise, OK. More

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