Musical theatre in North Oxfordshire since 2010

Big musicals.
Bright local talent.

Three shows a year from Banbury's home of musical theatre – for adults, teens and juniors. Come and watch, or come and join us on stage.

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Three companies, one family

There's a stage for everyone

Adults & students

Odyssey Theatre

Our main company, staging full-scale musicals with a professional creative team.

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School years 7–13

Odyssey Youth

Big roles and real stage experience for secondary-school performers.

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School years 4–8

Odyssey Juniors

A fun first step into singing, dancing and acting – no experience needed.

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About us

Started by five friends. Now one of the area's leading musical theatre groups.

Odyssey was formed in 2010 to bring high-quality musical theatre to Banbury. Our creative team have worked professionally in their fields, and every show is built to the same standard – whether you're in the audience or on the stage.

2010Founded in Banbury
3Shows every year
30+Productions staged
3Companies, ages 8 to adult

Past productions

Curtain calls to remember

More than thirty productions since 2010, from Broadway blockbusters to junior favourites.

An American in Paris
Spotlight · Odyssey Youth · August 2024

An American in Paris

Wykham Theatre, Banbury · Directed by Paul Clark · Our 2024 Youth summer course
“The quality of the production … surely vindicate[s] the company’s choice.”
NODA show report
NODA Youngstars award, 2016Best Youth Production – Odyssey Youth’s Loserville
NODA Flame award, 2018Odyssey Juniors – for inspirational contribution to theatre
NODA Flame award, 2020Odyssey as a whole – London District 12
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Odyssey Youth’s Chicago: High School Edition (2019) – “So much energy and dedication on stage.” – NODA

“What an amazing show, truly was the best.”

Helen Evan-Jones, audience member