The BBC broadcaster will debut her latest theatrical production in the city, examining the entire history of human development through the lens of archaeological discovery, genetic science, and evolutionary research.

The performance, scheduled for Sunday November 29 at the New Theatre in Oxford, follows existence from its earliest origins through to the rise of ancient societies and humanity’s global expansion.

Prof Roberts expressed her enthusiasm about presenting the production in Britain during November, describing how the show would examine humanity’s narrative from cellular beginnings. The presentation combines archaeological investigation, evolutionary science, and genetic research with dramatic lighting, sound, and creative staging to present scientific concepts in an entirely novel format. The performance will follow biological origins back not only to when our own species first appeared but also to the very emergence of life on Earth. The event, produced by Lateral Events, will cover approximately four billion years of evolutionary development across a single evening. Prof Roberts mentioned her particular excitement about bringing the show to British audiences, noting she had previously performed it in Australia and Canada. She anticipated sharing this narrative with spectators. The academic, who also works as a television presenter and writer, holds the position of Professor of Public Engagement with Science at the University of Birmingham and is most recognised for her appearances in more than 100 television productions, including the BBC programme Digging for Britain. Tickets can be purchased through the Lateral Events website.