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Must theatre be so dire? Thoughts on the “unworthy scaffold”

If 'art est celare artem' (true art is to conceal art), then theatre is pretty poor art. You ain't fooling me into thinking that's a storm.

Fashion trends: The illusion of choice

Our fashion choices emphasise how our individual styles are limited by the available market, and what fashion magazines and brands declare as ‘in style’.

Art as protest on university campuses

CW: rape. This week, Cornell University has made headlines as prosecutors reopened an investigation into...

The legacy of the caricature

That the ‘In Memoriam’ section of the 2026 Academy Awards is going to be a serious tear-jerker was solidified by the passing of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry over two consecutive days.

Meet the team…

This term's Lifestyle Team showcase some of the latest trends - hunt down these key pieces over the Easter hols.

Graphic Content

With the imminent release of Watchmen in cinemas we look at the phenomenom of graphic novels.

A case of poetic justice?

Sally Harris explains why we need to support Britain's convicted criminals with performances and poetry

Interview: Brian Paddick

Shachi Nathdwarawala meets one of Britain's 'most influential homosexuals' and Boris Johnson's old rival

For the Love of Film 7

For the Love of Film returns once again - as promised!

The Prodigy – Invaders Must Die

Prodigy's latest effort fails to start any fires

In a pit of despair?

Joseph Weir talks to Boston's Passion Pit on their unhappy take on pop music

Getting to Know: OUDS

Cherwell talks to Chelsea Walker, the President of the Oxford University Dramatic Society

An Oxford Union

What would it be like to be at Oxford and be married? Sarah Ventress and Aisha Mirza find out...

Interview: John Redwood

Joe Shapiro has a rather difficult conversation with the Conservative politician and Magdalen graduate

It’s a man thing

Rebecca M Johnson explains why men are having a fashion moment

For the Love of Film 6

Ben and Laurence take a look at The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and get gossiping about the latest film news. Make sure you stay listening to hear Laurence's one minute tearing apart of Vicky Cristina Barcelona.

Getting to Know: Oxford Sports and the Lesser-Known Blues

Cherwell takes a look at Blues Water Polo and Volleyball

A Framework of Fear

Jane Westward reflects on a recent trip to Israel and her new perspective on the Middle East conflict

Interview: Anya Hindmarch

Alissa Davies talks to the handbag designer du jour and championer of eco-fashion

Phallus Fantastic

Forget Valentine's Day, there are far more interesting ways to feel the love celebration

Power Trip

Girl power has a whole new meaning...

Town V Gown Boxing

The Oxford Union plays host to the most passionate boxing match in Oxford.

Another Education Is Possible

Cherwell listens to the views of two student activists on a number of current issues.

Zulu Dawn?

Alissa Davies considers what the legacy of the Anglo-Zulu conflict means for South Africa

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