Thursday 22nd January 2026

Culture

Lighthouse Productions on ‘Lemons’

The team outlined the vision for their debut production: a political, surrealist piece of contemporary theatre.

Breaking free from the Pinterest board

Over the Christmas vac I was lucky enough to attend an exhibition on one of my favourite designers, Vivienne Westwood, at the National Gallery of Victoria.

In defence of the theatrical release

If film, like all art, nourishes itself on its own œuvre, I don’t think we can afford to sever the association between the cinema and the film.

Falling out of Louvre

In spite of recent events, the expected heightened security was nowhere evident.

Interview: Jennifer Pike

What's it like to balance your time between a degree and a professional touring career? Cherwell finds out

Interview: Emily Middleton

Cherwell talks to the prize-winning poet and youth idol

How to Cook… Chilli Chocolate Mousse

Marc Kidson shows you how to make the perfect aphrodisiac dessert for your Valentine

How well do you know your Big Issue seller?

An in-depth look at who the homeless are, how they live, shelters in the city, and what you can do to help.

Oxford’s intellectual monogamy

Cherwell considers the merits of liberal arts education

Town v Gown Boxing Match

Find out who won this year's legendary boxing match: Oxford Uni, or Oxford City?

Interview with Jon Snow at OxFID 2010

Jon Snow talks to Antonia Tam about journalism, Haiti, and "political motivations"

Join the Debate: Are Richer JCRs Better JCRs?

Comment Team's Sam Wilton brings you a surreal and humorous take on this week's debate

The Cherwell Fashion Guide to… Literary Loveliness

Go behind the scenes at this week's fashion shoot, inspired by The Great Gatsby and other novels.

Here’s What You’ve Missed: 3rd Week

Audiences strip 'Equus' and survey 'Someone Who'll Watch Over Me'

Interview: Brendan Cole

Sarah Ventress talks to Brendan Cole about why he's not the 'bad boy of ballroom'

Blind Date: Week 4

Ex-Union Prezzie and Christ Church Psychologist meet over drinks

Scenic View: New Zealand

Hector Keate advises the enthusiastic traveller against a visit to New Zealand

The search for the gay gene

Diamanto Mamuneas investigates whether the gay gene could be passed down the generations

Fine Dining: Valentine’s Day

Conan McKenzie elaborates on the 'joy' of a romantic dinner in Oxford

Eye Candy: Flower Power

Get ahead this Spring with the new floral prints...

News Roundup: Third Week

Join Antonia and Theo for further insight into Cherwell's recent news stories

The Cherwell Fashion Guide to… Nautical Sailor Tailoring

Cherwell's Deputy Fashion Editor shows you how to wear the nautical trend for this Spring.

How to Cook… Zesty Crab Carbonara

A variation on the classic carbonara with crab, chilli and coriander which takes less than ten minutes to make...

Laying your head on the writer’s block

If you aim to be a journalist, are you destined for the gutter?

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