Orange Tree Theatre (OT) in Richmond has announced a thrilling 2025/26 season, promising major revivals, world premières and a continued commitment to young audiences.

Unveiled today by Artistic Director Tom Littler, alongside outgoing Executive Director Hanna Streeter and incoming Executive Director Julie Weston, the season features six productions, including three world premières, two major revivals, and a classic comedy to mark a landmark anniversary.

Poor Clare by Chiara Atik is currently in rehersals (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

Among the standout highlights is a major reunion of acting greats Charles Dance, Nicholas Farrell and Geraldine James, who will star in Creditors, Howard Brenton's adaptation of Strindberg's intense drama, directed by Littler.

The season continues with the world première of Hedda by Tanika Gupta, inspired by Ibsen's Hedda Gabler and set in post-war 1948 London.

The OT Young Company will present Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

Pearl Chanda stars in this powerful new interpretation, directed by Hettie Macdonald.

To close out 2025, the Orange Tree will stage a celebratory 250th Anniversary production of Sheridan's classic comedy The Rivals, once again helmed by Littler.

Creditors by Howard Brenton will be directed by Tom Littler (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

Meanwhile, the OT Young Company will present Alice's Adventures in Wonderland in a brand-new version by Chinonyerem Odimba, directed by Matt Hassall.

In early 2026, acclaimed director Richard Eyre returns with his new adaptation of Strindberg's Dance of Death, starring Lisa Dillon and Will Keen.

Dance of Death stars Lisa Dillon and Will Keen (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

This will be followed by the return of Niamh Cusack to the OT in a revival of Nicholas Wright's Vincent in Brixton, a poignant portrait of a young Van Gogh's time in South London, directed by Carne Associate Director Georgia Green.

Alongside its main stage season, OT continues to invest in the next generation.

Vincent in Brixton will be directed by Carne Associate Director Georgia Green (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

Two new workshops have been announced as part of its Schools Programme, including Primary Shakespeare: Julius Caesar for ages 7–12 and Shakespeare Up Close: Macbeth and Romeo & Juliet for ages 11–16, designed to support the curriculum and bring classic texts to life for young people.

The OT's well-loved Under 30 Nights scheme also returns, offering 18–29-year-olds £15 tickets that include a drink and post-show discussion. Meanwhile, OT On Screen ensures access to theatre for those unable to attend in person, by streaming productions following their stage runs.

The world première of Hedda by Tanika Gupta will show at OT (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

Reflecting on the upcoming season, Littler, said: "I'm biased, but I can't think of a better space than the Orange Tree to see great performances and hear great writing up close.

"This season redoubles our commitment to exemplary acting and texts. I can't wait to see such remarkable talent on our stage."

Departing Executive Director, Streeter, added: "It's a special pleasure to be welcoming such a range of creative voices.

"I'll be cheering on from Stratford – and I've already booked my tickets!"

OT will end 2025 with the production The Rivals (credit: Orange Tree Theatre).

New Executive Director, Weston, commented: "It's an honour to take the reins at such an exciting moment.

"I'm especially proud of our continuing commitment to young audiences and emerging artists."

Priority booking for supporters opens at midday on Thursday 12 June, with public booking from Wednesday 25 June.

To find out more about OT and its new season click here.

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