About the Sheldonian Theatre
Located in Oxford’s medieval city centre, the Sheldonian Theatre is the principal assembly room of the University, and the regular meeting place of Congregation, the body which controls the University’s affairs. All public ceremonies of the University are performed here, notably the annual Encaenia.
The Sheldonian Theatre was built from 1664 to 1669 after a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford. The building is named after Gilbert Sheldon, chancellor of the University at the time and the project’s main financial backer.
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Concerts at Sheldonian Theatre
- All
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Dorchester Abbey
- Holywell Music Room
- Jacqueline du Pre Building
- My Music at SJE Arts
- My Music at Sheldonian Theatre
- New House
- Online
- SJE Arts
- Sheldonian Theatre
- St John's Waterloo
- Tetbury Festival
- Tetbury Goods Shed Arts Centre
- Town Hall, Oxford
From the quiet beauty of the opening to the triumphant “Hallelujah” chorus, Handel’s much-loved masterpiece is filled with moments of drama, joy and sublime beauty. John Lubbock and the orchestra are joined by the OSJ Voices and a stellar line-up of soloists for a very special festive evening of live music.
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