Following her world exclusive live performance of her new single Trouble on The X Factor last night, Leona announced she is set to tour the UK in 2013, for the first time in three years. Since her a meteoric rise to global fame, Leona's incredible voice has captivated millions of people across the world. She's broken countless sales records and smashed chart records universally. Her 2010 Labyrinth Tour won her critical acclaim as well as reinforcing her position as one of the most successful British female artists to date.

Micky Flanagan - one of British comedy's biggest stars - will travel the length and breadth of the UK & Ireland for what will be the most anticipated comedy tour of 2013, taking in 57 shows on the way.

Starting next February and finishing up at London HMV Hammersmith Apollo on Friday 24th & Saturday 25th May 2013, the Back in the Game tour follows on from the huge critical and commercial success of last year's Out Out tour where over 200,000 tickets were sold and all 150 dates a sell out.

Following their triumphant return with the album History of Modern in 2010 and a massively successful world tour, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark are back on the road in April 2013 in support of their much-anticipated new album English Electric. The sound of English Electric is more electro than ever, yet still unmistakably OMD with the huge soaring melodies and irresistible lyrical hooks that fans have come to expect over the years.

My First Cinderella tells everyone’s favourite rags-to-riches story in a beautifully adapted version for young audiences. Cinderella is tormented by her spiteful stepsisters and longs to attend the Prince’s glamorous ball. Abandoned to an evening of drudgery, Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother appears and transforms her into a glittering Princess who shall go to the ball.

Sparkoxford is an event that takes place in The Living Room on the last Monday of each month. It consists of people telling true stories of approximately five minutes, without a script to an audience. Anyone is invited to join in, making this a fantastic opportunity for story tellers and audiences from all walks of life to get a chance to meet each other, mingle and make new friends before and after the show. The bar is open throughout the evening, and the restaurant is open beforehand.

As part of our regular Tuesday at the Old Fire Station, Oxford Improvisers present a monthly showcase of new and improvised music from Oxford Improvisers and guests. Tickets: £8/£6 Tickets at the door or phone 07941606869. Further Info: Visit the Oxford Improvisers Website. Thes musicians perform and promote improvised music in the Oxford area, primarily by musicians living, studying and working in the locality.

As part of our regular Tuesday at the Old Fire Station, Oxford Improvisers present a monthly showcase of new and improvised music from Oxford Improvisers and guests. Tickets: £8/£6 Tickets at the door or phone 07941606869. Further Info: Visit the Oxford Improvisers Website. Thes musicians perform and promote improvised music in the Oxford area, primarily by musicians living, studying and working in the locality.

Arts at the Old Fire Station along with a Group of Oxford Players present Henry IV. Running over two weekends, watch as the King and Falstaff struggle to own Prince Hal. A Royal Shakespeare Company Open Stages Event not to be missed! Friday 18th May, 7.15pm. Saturday 19th May, 2.15 & 7.30pm. Friday 25th May, 7.25pm. Saturday 26th May, 2.15pm & 7.15pm. Further Info: Email kincaid@easynet.co.uk

Arts at the Old Fire Station along with a Group of Oxford Players present Henry IV. Running over two weekends, watch as the King and Falstaff struggle to own Prince Hal. A Royal Shakespeare Company Open Stages Event not to be missed! Friday 18th May, 7.15pm. Saturday 19th May, 2.15 & 7.30pm. Friday 25th May, 7.25pm. Saturday 26th May, 2.15pm & 7.15pm. Further Info: Email kincaid@easynet.co.uk

New writing from Award Winning writer Reuben Johnson and Fiddy West Productions. As Pete prepares to propose to his girlfriend Julia he expects today to be the happiest day of his life, however not everything is as it seems. With twists and turns unveiling a web of lies, deceit and misunderstanding, we begin to see the characters for who they really are. Exploring the power of love, friendship and lust 'The Proposal' is not to be missed.

As part of our regular Tuesdays at the Old Fire Station, Hammer and Tongue presents a spoken Word extravaganza featuring UK's finest performance poets and an Open Poetry Slam. Tickets on door £7/£5 (conc) or from wegottickets.com. On the second Tuesday of the Month - April 10th, Doors open 7.45 Finish 11pm (Following dates - 8th May, 12th June) at the Old Fire station in Oxford.

We know our audiences love theatre and music for little ones, so we have found a company who makes contemporary dance especially for children too. Using movement, music and a host of imaginative props, the dancers create a lively playground on stage. It's a captivating and colourful performance, showing children the nature of playing together, making friends and both how to share and trust one another, as well as encouraging individual play.

Emma says: 'I saw this at The Point in Eastleigh and wanted to bring it back for Cornerstone little ones straight away!'

Fab family fun at the theatre to enjoy together! Using mind-blowing shadow puppetry, this astonishing, award-winning show about life in a swamp has a jaw-dropping 3D finale (no funny glasses required!).
Winner Total Theatre Award, Edinburgh 2011

'stunning and has all the novelty of a real 3D movie, but ten times the charm.' The Scotsman

Saturday 26 May 6.30pm
Tickets £10, £9 (concs)
Family ticket £35
Ages 7+ (some scenes a little scary!)

Fairport are a fixture here because they love Cornerstone! Celebrating its 45th anniversary as an iconic  band, they will play songs from recent studio album, Festival Bell, and lots of old favourites.

Thursday 24 May 8pm
£17.50, £15.50 (concs), £14.50 (members)

We are delighted to be bringing classical music back to Cornerstone, and what a lovely way to start. These professional, talented musicians are playing a delightful programme. Formed by members of the Southbank Sinfonia, the Ensemble takes its name from father and son Sir Lennox and Michael Berkeley. They champion unusual British music alongside the standard chamber music repertoire. Here playing Bach’s Prelude and Fugue arranged for string trio, Lennox Berkeley's String trio and Beethoven's String Trio Op.9 No.1, this is a beautiful afternoon of music.

With great pleasure, a sense of trepidation and a frisson of excitement, we present this wild and wacky show. Bandleader, trumpet player and director of this ‘Asylum for the Musically Insane’, Bob Kerr was an original member of The Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band, and with his four musical compatriots, they bring us much musical fun.

Super saxophany, piano, bass, banjo, guitar, drums and tuba combine with swanee-whistle and even the trouser press!

'...an extraordinary and gloriously idiosyncratic phenomenon.' Birmingham Mail

After a spectacularly successful five-star extended run at the Edinburgh Fringe, this show combines dark comedy and bitingly hilarious poems of contemporary life.  If you like sharp humour  - come!

'The best young performance poet around.' The Observer

TRY THIS If you liked Mark Thomas, John Hegley, Chris Addison

Friday 18 May 8pm
£14, £12.50 (concs), £11.50 (members)
Ages 14+

Heidi was due to go to Cornerstone in Autumn 2011, but a throat infection unfortunately ended the tour. We immediately booked her in for this date and have already sold a third of the tickets. Heidi's voice is like spun gold, with comparisons to Björk, Linda Rondstadt, Norah Jones and Kirsty MacColl. Heidi appears here with the incomparable John McCusker on fiddle and Ian Carr, virtuoso guitarist with a unique, syncopated style.

'A voice that is both awestruck and tender' THE NEW YORK NEWS

Emily is one of the leading singers on the contemporary Scottish folk scene. Powerful, clear vocals and songwriting likened to a 'Scottish Joni Mitchell' have won her countless awards, including nominations for 'Folk Singer of the Year' and 'Best Traditional Track' at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2012. She's performed on Songs of Praise, with Richard Thompson, with Eddi Reader, Beth Nielsen Chapman and many more, and is coming to us as part of her nationwide tour.

'As far as I'm concerned she can walk on water.' Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2

A Queen at 25, political phoenix and famously unmarried, Elizabeth I was the most educated woman of her age, but who was the woman beneath the crown? Using only Elizabeth’s own words, adapted from letters, speeches and writings, Rebecca Vaughan (Austen’s Women) plays Elizabeth at a vital crossroads in history, as she steps from the shadows to unburden herself of her troubles and reveal her innermost thoughts.

‘A performance worthy of an academy award Oscar.’  
***** Edinburgh Fringe 2010

Using fiddle, accordion, banjo and guitar, this show takes us on a melodic journey through the American south-west. Long forgotten songs from the Mississippi river up to the coast of California are beautiful, heartfelt and life affirming.

Ken Keppeler and Jeanie McLerie love the music they have been playing for over 30 years and they perform here with their son Thomas. 'I hadn't heard a better audience response the whole weekend.' Jonathan Aird, Americana UK.

Comedy songwriters and real-life allotment gardeners - Jo Stephenson on the ukulele and Dan Woods on the accordion, cucumber trumpet and carrot pipes - stir up a riot of fun with a host of hilarious tributes to growing your own. How could you miss a rap between an angry gardener and a slug, a campaign to give sprouts the recognition they deserve and an 80s power ballad to cuddly TV favourite Alan Titchmarsh – 'I'd gaze into your crinkly eyes, but I'd have to bend down 'cos you're half my size'!

This flamboyant four-piece band from England, Ireland and France is taking audiences by storm. Fast-paced, fresh, original songwriting unites the rhythms of rock and pop with the universal appeal of traditional music. Fiddle, double bass, bouzouki, flute, musical saw, sax, guitar, banjo, dulcimer, whistle and mandolin, come together with a large dose of humour for a truly energetic night.

'The most musically inventive quartet I have seen in decades...a standing ovation from the festival. Go and see them and you will understand why.' Dave Pegg, Fairport Convention.

Harriet recently won outstanding reviews as one of the most vivacious young talents at the South Bank Centre’s young musician showcase ‘Fresh’. We’re very glad to welcome her to Exeter College Chapel with Mexican-born guitarist Morgan Szymanski for an evening of sparkling duo music. Ticket numbers are limited in this lovely and popular venue, so early booking is strongly advised.

Friday 18 May 2012 | 7.30pm
Exeter College Chapel
Harriet Mackenzie violin
Morgan Szymanski guitar

Follow our series of annual performances at Merton as this dynamic new choir works its way to the creation of the Merton Choirbook, by commissioning music from outstanding composers of our day. This concert features Mertons first performance of the complete set of seven Magnificat Antiphons created for the choir by Howard Skempton, Sir John Tavener, Rihards Dubra, Gabriel Jackson, Cecilia MacDowell, Matthew Martin and Eriks Esenvalds. This performance will also include ever-popular works by Tomas Luis da Victoria and Bruckner.