New College Commemoration Ball


TWENTY FIFTH of JUNE, TWO THOUSAND and SIXTEEN

Nature's Endless Treasury

Nature holds the secrets of her beauty in close reserve, and it is through the ingenuity of extraordinary individuals that we can understand the complexity of the world around us.

On Saturday the Twenty-Fifth of June, Two Thousand and Sixteen, New College will mark its foundation with a spectacular Commemoration Ball inspired by the men and women who placed Oxford at the centre of scientific and technological innovation throughout history.

You are warmly invited for an evening of music, dance, entertainment and sumptuous refreshment, and to explore every exhilarating turn in the history of Science in Oxford; from the earliest beginnings of life to the deepest reaches of the known universe. Dine, drink and celebrate discoveries past, present, and yet to come surrounded by the majesty of the college's newly rejuvenated Buildings.

Stay tuned to discover the treasures that await you on June 25th...

Instead of carrying him to see
The riches which do hoarded for him lie
In nature’s endless treasury,
They chose his eye to entertain
(His curious but not covetous eye)
With painted scenes, and pageants of the brain.




- Abraham Cowley

Your ticket to the Ball will be a wristband which must be collected from college before the ball.

The expected standard of Dress for the Ball is White Tie, or national or military equivalents. The two main options are:

Tailcoat

The White Tie outfit is composed of a black or midnight blue evening tailcoat, white stiff-fronted shirt with stiff wing collar, a white bow tie, a white low-cut waistcoat, black socks, and black shoes. A top hat, silk scarf, cane, gloves, and cloak are optional.

Dress

Floor length evening dresses are expected, and traditionally cover the shoulders. Shawls and long gloves are optional.

If you have any enquires about your ticket or any other questions regarding the Ball, please email .

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