Thursday 5th February 2026

Culture

Rory Stewart’s ‘Middleland: Dispatches from the Borders’ in review

Middleland (2025) is not his masterpiece, but it is as much worth reading as any of his work – erudite, perceptive, and beautifully written.  
Books Hassan Akram -

A breakdown in technicolour: ‘Company’ in review

With flashing lights and a shower of confetti, Fennec Fox Productions’ Company bursts onto the Playhouse stage to deliver its exuberant portrayal of romantic pessimism, just in time for Valentine’s Day. 
Culture Beatrix Arnold -

Lost and found: The art of translation

Translation should be more than mechanic substitution. It demands that the translator acts as a conduit, conveying the intricacies of emotion, style, and intention, while negotiating the hurdles of linguistic complexity.
Books Beatrix Arnold -

‘An enormous amount of humour’: ‘Lemons’ review

Lighthouse Productions’ debut project delivered a fast paced, hilarious version of Sam Steiner’s script. Even the argumentative scenes prompted laughs.
Culture Charlie Bailey -
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Imaginary eating: food in art and literature

In the build up to Live Below the Line, Emma Simpson connects consumption and creativity

Review: The Love Punch

Predictable and unsophisticated though it may be, The Love Punch is nevertheless an enjoyable ninety minutes of foolish nonsense

Milestones: Feed the world

Luke Barratt looks at the Geldof-led 80s upsurge in charity rock

Loading the Canon: Peanuts

Cherwell's weekly call for new additions to the literary establishment highlights Schulz's Peanuts comic strip

Interview: Ben Macintyre

Isaac Goodwin discusses the intricacies of espionage with author, historian and columnist Ben Macintyre

Review: History Boys

Naomi Polonsky is tickled and touched by the Oxford Playhouse production of Bennett's hit drama

Review: Transcendence

Wally Pfister’s directorial debut is a subtly thought-provoking exploration of humanity that suffers from its own admirable ambition

In Memoriam: DJ Rashad

Matt Broomfield looks at the career highlights of the late Chicago Juke House pioneer

La Dolce Vita

Venice, Italy

A History of Hollywood’s Most Iconic Dynamic Duos

Leading to some of the most iconic films of all time, take a look at greatest partnerships in Hollywood's history

Preview: History Boys

Jordan Reed takes a sneaky peek at the Oxford Playhouse's first offering of term

Preview: Dan and Jon vs. The Funsultancy

Don't miss the Ultimate Picture Palace screening of this bewilderingly brilliant student film

Review: The Lunchbox

A formulaic rom-com which is nevertheless warm-hearted and thought provoking

The ‘reboot’ will save the world

Our fascination with reinvention is nothing new, says Luke Barratt

Top 3… Births

With Easter just gone, Emma Simpson looks at some cultural representations of births

Milestones: The birth of the alphabet

Emma Simpson examines the history of writing in the ancient world

Loading the Canon: Eccentric Lives and Peculiar Notions

Cherwell's weekly call for new additions to the literary establishment highlights John Mitchell's collection of stories

The danger of eBooks

Isaac Goodwin warns of the demise of the professional author

Where Are They Now: S Club (7 or 3?)

Cherwell delves into the later careers of one-hit-wonders so you don’t have to.

Review: Kelis – Food

Jack Chown thinks it's all fine dining on Kelis' new record
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