Jekyll & Hyde, OXFORD
Join us for a thrilling new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Gothic masterpiece The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
Staged inside the haunting architecture of OVADA gallery, this new production draws audiences deep into Victorian London — into lamplit streets, locked laboratories, and the dark corners of the human soul.
“If he be Mr. Hyde… I shall be Mr. Seek.”
Dr Henry Jekyll is a man of science, reason, and reputation. But in his pursuit of the mind’s hidden chambers, he unleashes something monstrous — a second self with an appetite for violence and freedom. This bold new production places you at the heart of the action, as the boundaries between witness and participant begin to blur. Shadows shift. Walls whisper. The city watches.
“He began to go wrong, wrong in the mind…”
What happens when respectability cracks…and something else steps through?
Expect:
- A richly atmospheric setting inside one of Oxford’s most striking venues
- A chilling new adaptation of a literary classic
- A sensory, story-driven theatrical experience
- Gothic thrills, psychological suspense, and moral peril
Jekyll & Hyde is a story about the masks we wear — and the selves we hide.
Join us… and decide which side of the mirror you trust.
“A delightful, playful breaking of the fourth wall…Creation brings the tale to life inside the raw, industrial space of OVADA Gallery, an excellent match for the production, and dressed with its Victorian Gothic set feels suitably both edgy and grand all at once.” – Daily Info
“Inventive and engaging…an entirely effective 90-minute experience, and well worth a visit” – Reviews Hub
“Jekyll & Hyde as a night out is excellent, the venue is a treat, the bar and themed cocktails delicious, and the energy and creativity of the production are very pleasing.” – Daily Info
Concession tickets are for over 65s and under 18s. Seating is unallocated – arrive, enjoy a drink at the bar, and pick your perfect spot. The seating includes some sofas, standard height chairs and bar-stool height chairs with backs.
Recommended age: 12+
TRIGGER WARNINGS: flashing lights, guns, violence, references to suicide, smoke, haze and loud noise.
BSL PERFORMANCE: Sunday 3rd May
TOUCH TOUR: Friday 15th May 2026, 14:30 before the 15:00 Matinee Performance. Please enquire through the Box Office if you would like to participate.
PRE-SHOW GCSE JEKYLL & HYDE WORKSHOPS: 3 & 10 MAY
On Sunday afternoons at 2pm, we are offering workshops for students in Year 9-11 to work through the text with our fantastic cast. It is a great way to spend the afternoon revising whilst engaging in the space! Tickets to see the show are NOT included in the price, but the workshop will be before our Sunday matinee performances so please do stay and join us for a fantastic afternoon!
Workshop: £10
Jekyll & Hyde photo credit: Andrew Walmsley
What is the age guidance?
12+
How long is the performance?
90 minutes with NO interval. The bar will be open before the performance and for half an hour after the show finishes.
Who are Concession tickets for?
Concession tickets are for over 65s and under 18s.
What is the seating for the Jekyll & Hyde performances?
Seating is unallocated – arrive, enjoy a drink at the bar, and pick your perfect spot. The seating includes some sofas, standard height chairs and bar-stool height chairs with backs.
Is there parking on site?
No. There are a limited amount of blue-badge parking spaces available, please contact boxoffice@creationtheaetre.co.uk should you require access to one of these. Otherwise we advise using public transport where possible or parking at the Westgate shopping centre.
Is the space accessible?
Yes. The space fully accommodates wheelchair users. Wheelchair tickets are £15 along with 1 free companion ticket. Please call Box Office on 01865 766266 to book. These tickets can’t be booked online. Any other queries regarding accessibility please email boxoffice@creationtheatre.co.uk
CAST:
Jim Scott
Jack Benjamin
Alex Ansdell
CREATIVES:
Adaptation By & Assistant Director: Helen Eastman
Director: Nicky Cox
Lighting Designer: Will Alder
Sound Designer/Composer: Alex Silverman
Designer: Immy Howard
Production Manager: Catherine Harmer
Assistant Director: Emma Atkinson
Stage Manager: Eloise Sheffield