What's On in Richmond this weekend: VE Day 80, Book club and more
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1. Ben & Imo- Orange Tree Theatre
About: Benjamin Britten is under pressure and on a deadline.
He has just nine months to write a wildly ambitious new opera to celebrate the Coronation of Elizabeth II – and he isn't entirely sure he wants to.
And then he meets Imogen Holst: daughter of Gustav, multi-talented musician, and all-round force of nature.
As storms lash the Aldeburgh beaches, Ben and Imo race against the clock to compose an opera fit for a monarch – and test the very edges of their passionate friendship.
When: 19 April - 17 May 2025.
Where: 1 Clarence St, Richmond TW9 2SA
Price: Click the link below.
See website for more information.
2. VE Day 80 open afternoon - The Poppy Factory
About: The Poppy Factory's open afternoon will coincide with national events to remember the end of the Second World War in Europe.
Its veteran workers and their families were among those who took to the streets of London to celebrate the end of the war in 1945.
Chat to expert hosts and volunteers, watch special VE Day presentations and view lesser-seen parts of our historic factory.
Hot drinks, refreshments and special VE Day 80 Victoria sponge cake will be on offer, with music from the era adding to the spirit of celebration.
When: Thursday, 8 May from 12:30pm and 2pm.
Where: 20 Petersham Rd, Richmond, TW10 6UR
Price: £7.50
See website for more information.
3. OSO Book Club 2025 - OSO Arts Centre
About: Fuel your love of reading, explore a diverse ranges of novels and share your thoughts over a cup of coffee at OSO Arts Centre's café.
Capital is a post-crash state-of-the nation novel told with compassion and humour, featuring a cast of characters that you will be sad to leave behind.
The books are all available at the Barnes Book Shop who are offering a 10% discount off each monthly book on production of your ticket for each session.
When: Friday, 9 May at 1pm (doors open at this time).
Where: OSO Arts Centre Old Sorting Office, 49 Station Road Barnes London SW13 0LF
Price: Tickets for each session are just £5. OSO say it is able to offer three free places per session to those on low income (to include that session's book and free hot drink).
See website for more information.
4. Nature Photography Walk - Barnes Common
About: Step into the beauty of Barnes Common with local nature photographer Giuseppe Intrieri as your guide.
This inspiring photo walk will not only connect you with nature but also elevate your photography game.
Learn to craft captivating compositions, master the art of natural light, and explore creative angles that make your photos pop.
After the two hour guided walk there will be a 30-minute optional Q&A session at the Vine Road Community Café – ask Giuseppe anything over a warm drink (50% discount for event attendees, see below)
When: Saturday, 10 May from 10am.
Where: Meet at Vine Road Recreation Ground, SW13 0NE.
Price: From £16.96
See website for more information.
5. The Bearcat Running Club - The Turk's Head
About: The ethos of the club is "the people come first, the running comes a very close second".
It is a hugely supportive group of on average 70-90 runners who meet up and run in seven different ability groups every Sunday at The Turk's Head with a UKA Leader in Running Fitness in each group.
When: Sunday, 11 May at 8:30am.
Where: The Turk's Head, 28 Winchester Road, TW1 1LF
Price: Free!
See website for more information.
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