From April 2025
Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936.
Welcome to RICHMOND THEATRE
I begin this welcome with a standing ovation to you, our audiences, for your support of our Pantomime Charity Partners. We raised funds for RNLI Chiswick –our local branch of the Lifeboat Institution with whom a member of our team has volunteered and provided lifesaving response – and the Richmond Theatre Trust – an independent charity which enables our Creative Learning department to undertake additional, ambitious outreach work with young people and carers in our community for whom theatre would ordinarily be inaccessible. We are incredibly grateful to you for believing in the work of these vital organisations, with both receiving almost £10,000 in donations over the festive season.
We are delighted to share our fresh season of shows with you, welcoming returning titles and premiere productions alike to our stage. The Rocky Horror Show’s return will be sure to thrill, while Little Women will warm hearts. Children can learn about the gory parts of the past with Horrible Histories, and we have a top selection of famous faces visiting us for one night only, including Nick Mohammed, Guenther Steiner, Rory Bremner and Jay Rayner
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Audio Described
Live verbal commentary is given through headsets to assist patrons who are visually impaired. The description doesn’t change the performance for any guests, but fills in the gaps for those who require it.
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts Thu 18 Sep 7.30pm
BSL Interpreted
Trained British Sign Language signers stand to one side of the stage and interpret the script used by the performers at the same time as the actions are being performed.
Little Women Thu 5 Jun 7.30pm
The Last Laugh Thu 19 Jun 7.30pm
Further information
Did you know, that for every performance (not just assisted performances), we have dedicated members of staff on hand to ensure any patrons with access requirements have everything they need? See page 7 for more details.
Relaxed
Designed to benefit patrons with additional needs who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. These informal performances have slight alterations that don’t impact on the content of the show.
Cinderella Fri 2 Jan 2026 1pm
The Smartest Giant in Town
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Based on the best-selling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler!
George wishes he wasn’t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it’s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he’s the smartest giant in town… until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help – and his clothes!
Coming direct from the West End, this heartwarming tale about friendship and helping those in need is brought to life in a musical, puppet-filled adventure.
A Little Angel Theatre and Fierylight co-production.
lovely.’ – Time Out
A TALE FOR OUR TIMES
Tracy-Ann Oberman delivers impact as a 1930s female Shylock in The Merchant of Venice 1936.
Shakespeare’s enduring classic is transported to 1930s East London against a backdrop of political unrest and the Battle of Cable Street, when the Jewish community was targeted by the British Union of Fascists, led by Oswald Mosley. Mosley’s Blackshirts marched through the area, only to be confounded when the non-Jewish community stood by their Jewish neighbours.
This striking and impactful interpretation holds personal significance for Tracy-Ann Oberman who plays strong-willed single mother Shylock who runs a pawnbroking business in London’s Jewish East End.
Tracy-Ann says, ‘The women in my family were as tough as nails. They had nicknames like Machine-Gun Molly and Sarah Portugal. They came to London from antisemitic Eastern Europe at the turn of the last century, and despite all odds managed to build a life and make a living.’ She continues, ‘My female Shylock is based on my great grandma, a Jewish widow who stood up to the marching fascists, and was supported by their Irish, Afro-Caribbean and working-class neighbours. The message in the play feels more pertinent than ever. It’s one of unity and standing against hatred and the production’s impact has been beyond my wildest hopes and ambitions for it.’
In this production, Shakespeare’s harsh plot snaps brilliantly into place against a backdrop of rising fascism. Shylock, a Jewish moneylender becomes entangled in the affairs of wealthy non-Jews and suffers terribly for it. In this new version, Oswald Mosley inspires Antonio, the
merchant who takes a loan from Shylock and offers a seemingly fanciful penalty for defaulting: a pound of flesh.
Reclaiming the play from a Jewish perspective has proved a transformative experience. Antonio and Portia are chilly foils to this Shylock. The result is funny, upsetting – and unexpectedly moving as the events of the play meld with the heightened drama of the Battle of Cable Street.
Tracy-Ann says, ‘playing Shylock as a woman isn’t about softening the character – I didn’t want to make her a victim or change her role in the story’. The production vividly summons a febrile moment in British history. ‘My dream is that the Battle of Cable Street will be taught as part of the British civil rights movement. Mosley had been sending his Blackshirts to smash doors, break windows, attack synagogues and people on the streets, but my great grandmother reminded me that the whole community stood together. That was a beautiful moment.’
Interview by David Jays.
Photo by Marc Brenner .
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The Merchant of Venice 1936
Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from two sold-out West End seasons and the RSC.
Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, Shakespeare’s classic is transported to 1930s Britain in this ‘striking and impactful’ (The Guardian) new production that ‘makes theatre history’ (The Telegraph). It is adapted by Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman
Tensions in London’s East End are rising and Shylock, a resilient single mother and hard-working businesswoman, is desperate to protect her daughter’s future. When the charismatic merchant Antonio comes to her for a loan, a high-stakes deal is struck. Will Shylock take her revenge, and who will pay the ultimate price? Ages 8+
★★★★★ ‘The perfect example of how to do Shakespeare.’ – Metro
‘The most important Shakespeare production of the year.’ – The Telegraph
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The Rocky Horror Show
Mon 28 Apr – Sat 3 May
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The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When, by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks and frivolity.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show is the biggest party and features timeless classics, including the pelvic-thrusting, show-stopping Time Warp. Ages 12+
‘Still the sexiest & funniest show in town.’ –Evening Standard
G6+ |
Thu 12 – Sat 14 Jun
The Edinburgh Fringe smash hit …Earnest? arrives following rave reviews ahead of an eagerly awaited West End run.
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When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue and an actual audience member is chosen to star in the show.
Guaranteed to have you laughing whether you’re sitting in the audience or performing on-stage …Earnest? is perfect for fans of The Play That Goes Wrong and Noises Off!
★★★★★ ‘Get this on the West End now, please!’ – Lost in Theatreland
Horrible Histories
Horrible Histories is back on-stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these two astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill all the family, as historical figures come alive and hover at your fingertips!
Terrible Tudors – From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience!
Awful Egyptians – From the fascinating pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? It’s history with the nasty bits left in!
Ages 5+
★★★★★ ‘A tour de force! Wholly educating, entertaining and enjoyable!’ – BBC.co.uk ★★★★ ‘An explosion of joy and excitement!’ – The Times
Little Women
Anne-Marie Casey’s masterful new adaptation of Little Women breathes new life into one of the best-loved novels of all time.
Step into the world of sisterhood, courage and ambition, as the March sisters – tomboy Jo, beautiful Meg, sensitive Beth and spoilt Amy – navigate the challenges of the Civil War era, forging unbreakable bonds of love and family.
Inspired by author Louisa May Alcott’s own journey into womanhood, Little Women is as relevant today as it was at the time of its first release, proving that women can be bold, persistent, self-assured and the heroes of their own story.
Following the recent success of the Greta Gerwig film, this beautiful adaptation stars Belinda Lang (2point4 Children), Honeysuckle Weeks (Foyles War), Jack Ashton (Call the Midwife) and Grace Molony (The Great)
★★★★ ‘Stylish, humorous and compassionate, this is a lovingly crafted adaptation.’ – The Telegraph
A LOVE LETTER TO THE GOLDEN AGE OF COMEDY
How award-winning Paul Hendy’s love of comedy began, and how it inspired him to write and direct The Last Laugh.
Christmas Day, 1972. I’m six years old, sitting cross-legged on the brown swirly carpet in front of the television. Two men in brown suits are on the screen. The tall, funny one with glasses, holds a 12ft-long comedy leg. My whole family is laughing hysterically. I start to laugh too, and even now, fifty-two years later, that moment still makes me smile. Those men were Morecambe and Wise, and that scene sparked my lifelong love of comedy. My wife might call it an obsession.
I’ve always been fascinated by what makes something – or someone – funny. I wrote The Last Laugh to explore those questions, to examine comedy’s mechanics. How a pause, a look, or one word can change the way a joke lands – or doesn’t.
People ask why I chose Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse. Each had a unique comedic style. Tommy was naturally funny – he couldn’t help it. Even when his material wasn’t the strongest, he made it work just by being Tommy.
Bob Monkhouse, in contrast, wasn’t naturally funny. He was a master craftsman, a brilliant writer, and a meticulous joke-teller who honed his material until it was perfect.
Eric Morecambe was somewhere in between. He had impeccable timing and is (arguably) Britain’s greatest comedian, certainly the most beloved. But he and Ernie understood early on that great writing was key to their success.
Another reason I chose these three was because I had the actors to play them.
As you’ll see, Damian Williams is the perfect Tommy Cooper, Bob Golding embodies Eric Morecambe’s essence, and Simon Cartwright is Bob Monkhouse. Thank you to these incredibly talented actors for their professionalism and dedication – I think they’re more obsessed than I am! (Damian even has a bar in his garden called Cooper’s Bar, and Bob named his son Ernie!)
The Last Laugh is my love letter to the golden age of British comedy. They were comedy gods to people like me, dreaming of a career in entertainment.
When the play debuted at the Edinburgh Festival in 2024, the reaction was overwhelming. It was incredibly emotional to see how these three comedians are still loved decades after they passed. Whether you grew up watching them or are discovering them today (check them out on YouTube), I hope The Last Laugh brings some of the joy and laughter that these three men brought to so many.
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ONE DRESSING ROOM, THREE COMEDIANS, A THOUSAND LAUGHS.
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The Last Laugh
Direct from the West End, The Last Laugh is a ‘brilliant’ (The Telegraph) brand new, laugh-a-minute play which reimagines the lives of three of Britain’s greatest comedy heroes.
Filled with great gags and touching stories, The Last Laugh is nostalgic and poignant and guaranteed to be the ultimate comedy night out.
The Last Laugh is written and directed by the awardwinning Paul Hendy, and stars ‘a trio of sublime performances’ (WhatsOnStage) with Damian Williams as Tommy Cooper, Simon Cartwright as Bob Monkhouse and Bob Golding as Eric Morecambe
– Daily Mail
‘The
NEW PLAY BY PAUL HENDY
TRULY MAJESTIC
Peek into the world of our most popular monarch and the image she presented to the world.
Daisy Goodwin’s debut play, By Royal Appointment, offers an intimate exploration of the unique relationship between Queen Elizabeth II and her long-serving dresser, the daughter of a working-class family. During her 30-year tenure in the royal household, The Dresser evolved from personal dresser to the Queen’s close confidante, holding the official title of Personal Assistant, Adviser and Curator to Her Majesty the Queen (Jewellery, Insignias and Wardrobe). Their bond was characterised by mutual trust and a shared sense of humour, often providing candid advice on attire and accessories.
The late Queen was around 5ft 2ins in her later years and she is famously thought to have said ‘I have to be seen to be believed’. The play explores the influence of fashion in the royal family, with Queen Elizabeth’s distinctive look –
namely her striking hats and bright neon or bold colours – being managed by a team, most powerfully by her Dresser, the woman who held the most sway when it came to advising the Queen on her appearance. From her lipstick colour to her distinctive hats and stylish dress coats, the Queen’s wardrobe served as an expression of her thoughts and decisions, emphasising how what she wore could convey far more than words ever could. The Queen herself wasn’t naturally interested in fashion, she felt most at home in her country attire of tweeds and plaid skirts. It was her Dresser who held the key to unlocking her public persona. The Dresser, however, faced the temporary nature of royal favour, and it’s this unsettling fact that lends poignancy to the story. Through this relationship, the play explores the emotional and power dynamics of the monarchy and is an extraordinary insight into how the pair balanced a strong personal bond while maintaining professional distance.
Written by the creator of award-winning ITV drama Victoria, Daisy Goodwin is no stranger to tackling royal subject matters. Her four novels have been New York Times bestsellers and translated into ten languages.
By Royal Appointment is directed by Dominic Dromgoole with Anne Reid as Queen Elizabeth II, and Caroline Quentin as The Dresser. This beautiful play will appeal to those interested in both the human and the fashionable side of monarchy; its compelling narrative, gives audiences an intimate look at the Queen’s most influential relationship behind the throne and of how her image was carefully curated –one garment at a time.
By Royal Appointment
By Royal Appointment is a behind the scenes peek into the world of our most popular monarch and the image she presented to the world.
Starring national treasure Anne Reid as The Queen and star of stage and screen Caroline Quentin as The Dresser. The new play is written by Daisy Goodwin who created the hit ITV series Victoria and directed by former artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe, Dominic Dromgoole
The Queen herself is uninterested in fashion, her look is managed by her designer, her milliner and most powerful of all, her Dresser who was a working-class girl who goes from advising The Queen on the colour of her lipsticks to the real power behind the throne. But the Dresser, like all royal favourites is living on borrowed time.
‘Goodwin’s dialogue crackles with wit –a natural storyteller.’ – The Times
Discover more about Creative Learning at Richmond Theatre
Discover more about Creative Learning at Richmond Theatre!
At Richmond Theatre, we’re excited to inspire the next generation of talent by offering a variety of fun workshops for people of all ages – keep an eye out via atgtickets.com/ communities/richmondtheatre- creativelearning for more information.
We also offer bespoke opportunities which include private guided tours, career talks, masterclasses and workshops. For more information and pricing, please contact richmondcreativelearning @atgentertainment.com
All listed activities can be booked through our website atgtickets.com/richmond LEARN.
Creative Learning provides enriching and unforgettable opportunities for everyone to engage with live entertainment.
The Richmond Creative Learning Programme unlocks the world of live entertainment, bringing it to the hearts of our local communities and schools.
If you would like any more information or have any access requirements, then please email: richmondcreativelearning@atgentertainment.com
Guided Tours
There is no better way to get into the magic of theatre than with an expertly guided tour. Book now to see our 125-year-old historic building in all its glory –learn about its past, present and future, during this unforgettable experience.
To book a private or educational tour email: richmondcreativelearning@ atgentertainment.com Monthly | 11am | £20
Work In Theatre
Have you ever thought about working in theatre? Do you know how varied the roles are in theatre, and what it takes to work in this industry? Join our Work in Theatre course. This course will give you an insight into all the different roles in theatre (from backstage to on-stage) and how they all work together to put shows onto our stage. Discounted prices and bursaries are available for those who may find the price of this course to be a barrier. Please email richmondcreativelearning@ atgentertainment.com for more information on discounted prices and bursaries.
Tue 27 – Fri 30 May | Ages 14 – 20 | £130
Storytime with Little Supernovas
Led by Little Supernovas, this 45-minute Storytime uses arts, crafts, music, props and puppets to bring exciting stories to life for children.
Monthly | 9.30am – 10.15am
Ages 18 months – 5 years | £13.50
Twirling Toddlers with Little Supernovas
Led by Little Supernovas, this 30-minute dance class helps little ones find their groove and express themselves through movement.
Monthly | 10.30am – 11am
Ages 2 – 4 years | £13.50
Richmond Sings!
Richmond Theatre's first ever choir is here –Richmond Sings! Spend 90 minutes learning and singing songs (some related to the shows on our stage) and 30 minutes having a tea and natter with your fellow choir members.
Weekly | 10.30am | Ages 18+ | £12.50
Step into Richmond
Step into Richmond with our fun and groovy 60-minute movement class, for those aged 50+. All abilities are welcome!
Monthly | 10.30am | Ages 50+ | £17.50
Class Act
Learn about the art of acting, and yourself, in this 90-minute acting class, for those aged 50+. All abilities are welcome!
Monthly | 10.30am | Ages 50+ | £17.50
BRINGING A TV ICON TO LIFE
We talk with Anthony Banks, director of Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts.
How do you feel about directing the first-ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective, Inspector Morse?
I remember my parents really enjoying Morse on television when I was a child. I know how much the character is respected and loved by thousands of people so it’s a great honour to be able to create a stage production of Morse. This story has a brilliant plot; it’s a murder investigation which unfolds inside a theatre. There are many layers for Morse to fathom his way through. What is real and what is imaginary? The worlds of crime and drama become intertwined – it’s thrilling.
Will there be similarities between the stage character of the detective, played by Tom Chambers, and the character in the longrunning TV series, played by John Thaw?
Yes! Tom and I have talked in detail about the character of Morse and how he’s going to portray him. I’ve worked with Tom before. Like John Thaw, Tom is also from the north of England, and is exactly the same age as John Thaw was when he played Morse.
Do you need to know anything about Inspector Morse before seeing the production?
No. Morse and his sidekick Lewis are classic detective characters, like Holmes and Watson; solving crimes to bring about justice and make the world a better place.
Crime and mystery stage plays are really popular at the moment – what do you think audiences will love most about the show? Unlike other crime fiction on-stage – where the audience might be aware of certain things ahead of the detective – in this play the audience discovers clues and facts at the same time as Morse does. The mystery, the suspense, the intrigue remains at fever pitch and the audience will find themselves inside Morse’s thought process as he works his way toward the truth.
Are the stage characters similar to how they appear in the novels by Colin Dexter?
Playwright Alma Cullen worked closely with Colin Dexter on the creation of these characters. and was one of the main writers of the television series. Dexter describes Morse as ‘Someone who can do a crossword in two minutes. He has a quickness and ability to come to an immediate conclusion – even if it’s the wrong one! He’s melancholy rather than morose; a quiet humour’. The stage characters Alma has written are as Dexter created them for his novels.
What do you enjoy the most about directing for stage? I love it. It’s an endless guessing game – every night, hundreds of complete strangers sitting in the dark – what will they think? Will they be scared? Will they laugh? What will they think about it?
All of these questions are in my head as I sculpt the storytelling on-stage. It’s a thrilling job and it has just as many twists and turns as a good crime fiction!
A THRILLING MURDER MYSTERY FEATURING THE NATION’s FAVOURITE DETECTIVE
House of Ghosts
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Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts
A chilling mystery unfolds when a young actress suddenly dies on-stage during a performance, and Detective Chief Inspector Morse embarks on a gripping investigation.
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What begins as a suspicious death inquiry takes a darker turn when the legendary inspector, together with DS Lewis, uncovers a connection to sinister events in his own past, 25 years earlier.
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts marks the first-ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective. ITV’s long-running Inspector Morse has inspired equally beloved spin-offs, Lewis and Endeavour
Starring Tom Chambers (Father Brown, Strictly Come Dancing) as Inspector Morse, this original story written for the stage is a must-see for fans of compelling detective stories and thrilling mysteries.
Ages 12+
‘The greatest British crime series of all time.’ –Radio Times (on ITV’s Inspector Morse)
Starring Tom Chambers as Morse
Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile
Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for.
Following the sell out tours of And Then There Were None and Murder on the Orient Express, Death on the Nile reunites celebrated director Lucy Bailey (Witness for the Prosecution), writer Ken Ludwig and Fiery Angel.
On board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun, a couple’s idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder. As secrets that have been buried in the sands of time finally resurface, can the world-famous detective, Hercule Poirot, untangle the web of lies and solve another crime?
Don’t miss the European premiere of a brand new adaptation of the globally celebrated Agatha Christie story on a nationwide tour.
enjoyable. It will delight diehard Poirot aficionados and classic whodunnit fans alike.’
– The Telegraph (on Murder on the Orient Express)
Midsomer Murders:
The Killings at Badger’s Drift
Murder comes to the countryside in the theatrical world premiere of the critically-acclaimed television favourite Midsomer Murders.
When well-loved spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy Bellringer refuses to accept it was an accident.
DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering a world of hidden passions, long-buried secrets and deadly rivalries.
With eccentric villagers, shocking twists and an unforgettable reveal, The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a classic whodunnit that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Star cast to be announced.
Written and directed by Guy Unsworth, this new theatrical adaptation is based on the book by Caroline Graham The Killings at Badger’s Drift and the television series Midsomer Murders produced by Bentley Productions (for ITV) in association with All3 Media International
THE ORIGINAL. LIVE ON STAGE.
SUSAN HILL’S
The Woman in Black
One of the most successful and longest-running theatre shows in the history of London’s West End, this gripping production is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. Now seen by over eight million people worldwide, The Woman in Black continues to delight and terrify audiences of all generations.
Obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, Arthur Kipps engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.
Ages 12+
‘The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter.’ – The Daily Telegraph
‘Guaranteed to chill the blood.’ – Evening Standard
ADAPTED BY STEPHEN MALLATRATT
The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story The Woman in Black comes to Richmond.
You shall go to the ball with the spectacular family pantomime, Cinderella! Featuring laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.
Sat 6 Dec 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026
Go online for performance times | Tickets from £15
ATG+ Membership Best offer – £7.50 off (Selected performances) Groups Best offer – £5 off per ticket for groups of 8+ (Selected performances)
Relaxed Fri 2 Jan 2026 1pm
Murder, She Didn’t Write
Tue 6 May
Don your deerstalker and grab your magnifying glass as this talented company use audience suggestions to create a hilarious improvised murder mystery. All you have to do… is solve it! Ages 12+
Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony
Fri 16 & Sat 17 May
After a sell out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Taskmaster and Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed returns as his critically-acclaimed alter ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show. Ages 14+
Julian Clary A Fistful of Clary
Thu 15 May
Yee-haw! You’ve heard of the man with no name? Well, here’s the man with no shame. After the huge, sell out success of A Fistful of Clary last year, the renowned homosexual is fixing to saddle up and head out once again. Ages 16+
NIGHTS OUT AT HOME – LIVE
Jay Rayner Nights Out At Home
Thu 29 May
In this joyfully greedy show, Jay shares his experience of eating professionally for a quarter of a century. He’ll reverse-engineer his favourite dishes, answer your questions, and take you through a butter-smeared journey.
GUENTHER STEINER UNFILTERED LIVE
Guenther Steiner Unfiltered: LIVE
Sun 8 Jun
Following his sell out 2024 tour and the release of Unfiltered, Formula 1’s favourite underdog is back on the road as he takes us into the pit lanes and onto the circuits of the world’s greatest race tracks.
Rory Bremner
MAKING AN IMPRESSION
Rory Bremner Making an Impression
Sun 22 Jun
For four decades he was the voice of our times, quite literally. Now, the master satirist combines his signature stand-up with candid conversation for a night of pitch-perfect impressions and surprising revelations.
Speak to a member of staff to find out more or visit atgtix.co/ambassadorlounge
Danny Baker Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy!
Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy! The unstoppable talking panjandrum is back in town! Celebrating 50 years afloat on the showbiz seas! Dead men tell no tales – so might as well get ‘em all told now! Avast! Two thundering hours guaranteed!
MARY BEARD
The Secret Histories of Ancient Rome with Mary Beard
Tom Gates
Based on the best-selling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2025, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to Richmond bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world!
Step into the world of Ancient Rome with the renowned historian as she takes you beyond the well-worn paths of emperors and battles, revealing the rich and complex lives of those often left out of the history books.
Count Arthur Strong
Due to public pressure, Count Arthur Strong extends his fond farewell to you, for a ‘once in a lifetime’ limited run. As he takes on one of the literary greats, the famous Charles Dickens, and then goes on to present his one-man interpretation of A Christmas Carol
April
The Smartest Giant in Town
Wed 2 & Thu 3 Apr 4pm (Wed), 10am & 1pm (Thu)
Some Enchanted Evening Sat 5 Apr 7.30pm
Craig Revel Horwood: Revelations Sun 6 Apr 7.30pm
The Merchant of Venice 1936 Tue 8 – Sat 12 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
The Rocky Horror Show Mon 28 Apr – Sat 3 May 8pm (Mon – Thu), 5.30pm & 8.30pm (Fri & Sat)
May An Evening with Aggers and Tuffers Mon 5 May 7.30pm
Murder, She Didn’t Write Tue 6 May 7.30pm
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors & Awful Egyptians Thu 8 – Sun 11 May 6.30pm (Excl. Sun), 10.30am (Thu & Fri), 2.30pm (Sat), 11am (Sun)
Julian Clary: A Fistful of Clary Thu 15 May 7.30pm
Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony Fri 16 & Sat 17 May 7.30pm
Jay Rayner: Nights Out At Home LIVE Thu 29 May 7.30pm
June Little Women Tue 3 – Sat 7 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) Thu 5 Jun 7.30pm
Guenther Steiner Unfiltered: LIVE Sun 8 Jun 7.30pm ...Earnest? Thu 12 – Sat 14 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat)
The Last Laugh Thu 17 – Sat 21 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) Thu 19 Jun 7.30pm
Rory Bremner: Making an Impression Sun 22 Jun 7pm
July Danny Baker: Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy! Sat 5 Jul 7.30pm
By Royal Appointment Tue 22 – Sat 26 Jul 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
August Tom Gates Sun 17 Aug 12.30pm & 3.30pm
September Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts Tue 16 – Sat 20 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) Thu 18 Sep 7.30pm
The Return of the Legends Tue 23 Sep 7.30pm
October The Secret Histories of Ancient Rome with Mary Beard Sun 5 Oct 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile Tue 7 – Sat 11 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift Fri 24 Oct – Sat 1 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat 1 Nov)
November Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in ‘A Christmas Carol’ 2025 Sun 2 Nov 8pm
Slava’s Snow Show Wed 5 – Sun 9 Nov 7.30pm (Wed – Sat), 2.30pm (Thu & Sat), 2pm & 6pm (Sun)
The Woman in Black Tue 25 – Sat 29 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)
December Cinderella Sat 6 Dec 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026 See website for details. Fri 2 Jan 1pm
Audio Described BSL Interpreted Relaxed
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Access tickets can be booked by joining our Access Membership Scheme. For accessibility advice please contact us online atgtickets.com/access/contact-us or call our Access Assistance line on 0333 009 5399**. For D/deaf and hard of hearing customers our Type Talk number is 180001 0333 009 5399* (Open daily 9am-8pm, except Christmas Day. Bank holiday hours may vary).
Ticket prices
Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For the most up-to-date information please check online. ATG+ Membership, group ticket prices and any special offers are subject to availability and can change or be withdrawn at any time. Family tickets are for 4 people with a maximum of 2 adults. ATG+ Membership offers are for a maximum of 4 tickets per card on selected seats, prices and performances. atgtickets.com/membership
Children
No children under 3 will be admitted to the venue except where it is specifically stated at the time of booking that the event is suitable for under 3s. Babes in arms (children under 18 months unless otherwise stated at the time of booking and on the ticket) will only be admitted to performances that are specifically aimed for them (pantomimes and shows permitting under 3s only). Where babes in arms are permitted they shall be admitted free of charge. If any other age restrictions apply for a particular performance this will be stated on the relevant production page of our website. Children (ages 18 months to 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the time of booking. Children (ages 15 years and under) must be supervised at all times. Supervision of children shall be by no less than 1 adult (aged 18 years or over) per 10 children and the supervising adult must sit next to the child/ren. The Management reserves the right to ask parents / supervisors to remove children if, in the opinion of the Management, they are causing a disturbance. Please note that some productions can be loud, if a member of your party is sensitive to this, we would recommend bringing their preferred noise protection.
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Plan your visit
We are easy to find and for information on parking, pre-theatre drinks and hospitality, please visit atgtickets.com/richmond Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond, Surrey TW9 1QJ
Conditions of sale
Our full terms and conditions are available online atgtickets.com/terms-and-conditions
Information about fees
Up to £2.25 from each ticket sold is used for the upkeep and improvements to your venue. We spend this wisely to give you the best experience possible, provide equal access for everyone and offer creative learning opportunities in local communities across the UK. Additional fees may also apply where we sell tickets for non-ATG venues, or for selected big name shows and performances. These additional fees may take the form of a per ticket booking fee and/or a one-off transaction fee. Please check our website for the most up-to-date ticket prices and fees. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees.
Sustainability
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