* World-renowned theatre company Complicite returns to Oxford Playhouse with a new co-production ‘Lionboy’ from Tuesday. Inspired by Zizou Corder’s best-selling trilogy of books, ‘Lionboy’ is Complicite’s first show for young people and families and tells the story of an 11 year-old boy who can speak to cats. ‘Lionboy’ runs from Tuesday 11 to Saturday 15 June. Box office on 01865 305305. or book online at www.oxfordplayhouse

* Coincidentally, pay the Cornerstone Arts Centre a visit this evening to experience another retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson’s iconoc novella, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde. Rhum and Clay, an acclaimed all-male company, bring their absurdist sense of humour to this timeless story, which investigates the connection between two seemingly opposite characters in Victorian London: the decent Dr Jekyll and the despicable Mr Hyde. Tickets cost £14.50. Book online at cornerstone-arts.org or call 01235515144.

* Oxford’s all-male a cappella group, Out of the Blue, above, take to the stage of the New Theatre tomorrow and Saturday for their annual extravaganza. Bringing an award-winning combination of vocals, outrageously unprofessional choreography and infrequently intentional comedy to local fans, their a capella covers range from Beyonce to the Four Seasons. Prepare to marvel at the talents of these local lads, whose impressive musicality and irrepressible energy can’t be beaten. Tickets cost £18.90 at atgickets.com or from the box office on 08448471585.

* Local group Tomahawk Theatre are back at Oxford Castle, retelling Shakespeare’s infamous tale of betrayal Macbeth. Against the grand Castle backdrop, their outdoor performance of this classic play will be an unforgettable experience, featuring battle scenes, music and dance. Peformances run until June 13 – find out more and book tickets for £14 by visiting oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk