The Lion King JR. tells the story of the epic adventures of Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Prideland, Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the 1994 film such as “Hakuna Matata” and the Academy Award®-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” as well as additional songs penned for the Broadway production.

With all pupils from the Lower School involved, this promises to be a wonderful showcase of the talent in our 1st and 2nd year. There will be a focus on larger ensembles alongside a massed choir which will be a fitting conclusion to a busy musical year for the Lower School.

Abingdon & District Musical Society perform the Verdi Requiem conducted by Alexander Walker.

What makes an ordinary person step up and change history?

In 1938, a 29-year-old stockbroker gave up his winter holiday to organise the rescue of 669

children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia. That man was Sir Nicholas Winton.

Hear from his son, Old Abingdonian Nick Winton, as he shares the remarkable true story of his father’s lifesaving efforts — an act of courage that shaped generations. Through personal insights, rare photographs, and archive footage, including the unforgettable TV moment when Sir Nicholas met some of those he saved, this talk brings history to life.

The Kindertransports from Prague lasted less than nine months, yet their impact endures. For Sir Nicholas, it was just one chapter in a long and eventful life, recently portrayed on screen by Sir Anthony Hopkins in One Life. Living independently until the age of 106, he remained in touch with several of the children he rescued — many of whom went on to make extraordinary contributions in the arts, sciences, politics, and beyond.

Nick Winton offers a unique, insider’s perspective on this inspiring story of resilience, leadership, and the power of individual action.

Following on from last year’s event, we will hold a piano performance day in which the encouragement is simply to have as many pianists performing both individually and as an ensemble as is possible. Tonight’s concert is the culmination of the day, featuring solo and ensemble performances and maybe a staff item!

Do join us for the culmination of the term’s music as all the major ensembles perform in the Summer Concert. This year’s concert takes on a global theme as we explore music from across the world, transporting both pupils and audience through a number of different countries and continents.

The Arts Celebration sees our annual Anything But Classical Concert take place. Following the success of the Rock concert, this event will showcase a range of bands and ensembles and we hope that the weather will permit the usual al fresco format and refreshments will be available.

In advance of the forthcoming Music tour to Czechia, the Tour Big Band will perform an evening of music in advance of this tour to the continent. All are most welcome to hear them perform before they head off the following week.

Betty Bloom are proud to present their Grand Performance of Dance Summer 2025

It is the turn of the touring Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Sinfonietta and Chamber musicians to give an evening concert in advance of the tour to Czechia. Performance of Dvorak's 8th Symphony will be on the programme alongside a range of string music and smaller chamber ensembles. All are most welcome to join us for the final concert of the school year.

ACT 1

CINDERELLA

MTSD's junior students present a magical dance retelling of this classic fairytale. An enchanting story of courage and kindness where dreams really do come true!

ACT 2

THE EMPRESS AND THE NIGHTINGALE

Our senior classical dancers perform a brand new contemporary ballet piece, based on the short story by Hans Christian Andersen.

Set in Imperial China, a spoilt and conceited Empress demands a new gift that she takes for granted, but ultimately learns a valuable lesson when faced by her fears on the day of reckoning.

A moral tale of power, redemption and forgiveness.

ACT 3

BONDED

Join MTSD's senior Modern, Tap and Street dancers in an epic tribute to all things James Bond! With high drama, utmost glamour and thrilling themes of life and death, "Bonded" is an action packed celebration of a true British classic, not to be missed!!!!

Join Mini Professionals Dance Academy for two incredible dance spectacles delving into the world of heroes and villains. Students aged two to 18 have been inspired by heroes and villains from TV, cinema, real world history and even ancient myths and legends!

Celebrating MPDA's 11th year and including choreography in jazz, ballet, tap, hip-hop, contemporary, lyrical and acrobatics - This is a show not to be missed!

Actors, musicians and dancers from across Oxford, Leiden, Grenoble and Bonn unite to deliver a powerful retelling of Bernstein's electrifying and tragic tale, West Side Story.

a new play by Suzie Miller

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.

Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?

Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.

Join us at the Family Science Club for a Saturday morning filled with exciting challenges, hands-on exploration, and plenty of fun! Designed for curious minds of all ages, our Family Science Club offers a unique opportunity for adults and children to work together as they investigate the wonders of science through creative, interactive activities.

The Family Science Club runs once per half-term and is held in the state-of-the-art Partnerships Lab within the Yang Science Centre at Abingdon School. Each session features a new theme or scientific focus, encouraging families to discover something different every time.

Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult throughout the session. Whether you’re experimenting, building, or solving puzzles together, it’s a brilliant way to inspire a love of science in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Family Science Club is delivered by Abingdon Science Partnership on behalf of Abingdon Sports and Leisure. The Abingdon Science Partnership (ASP) is primarily a science outreach organisation supported and funded by Abingdon School.

‘Touching the Void’ mountaineer, Simon Yates, is a veteran of over eighty expeditions to high/remote mountains around the globe and shows no signs of slowing down. This is his story of the last decade, of new adventures and climbs in the far north and south, along with summits in South America, Central Asia and the Himalaya.

In 2023, Simon travelled with legendary British mountaineer Mick Fowler to attempt the un-climbed north face of Patkhor in Tajikistan, but contracted food poisoning from their freeze-dried food on just the second day. After some debate, they continued, but this was just the beginning of a series of events that would see them run out of food, retreat below the summit in a storm and Simon taking a bone-breaking 100m fall during the descent. After two days of lying on the glacier waiting for a helicopter, rescuers finally arrived but were unable to carry Simon down. Somehow, he would need to summon the energy for the painful three day walk to safety.

A survival classic, with the added twists of a fast-paced thriller.