What's on in Richmond
By Rory Poulter
2nd Mar 2023 | Local News
A list of exciting events coming up in Richmond. If you would like to add your own event simply click the black Nub It button in our What's On section!
Richmond Theatre
Until March 4 - Fisherman's Friends - The Musical
The true story of the Cornish chart topping buoy band!
When a group of Cornish fishermen came together to sing the traditional working songs they'd sung for generations, nobody, least of all the fishermen, expected the story to end on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury. They are spotted by a fish-out-of-water music manager on a trip from London, who must learn that there is more to life than selling your sole for fifteen minutes of fame.
Based on the true story of the chart-topping Cornish singing sensations and their hit 2019 movie, Fisherman's Friends: The Musical is a feel-good voyage about friendship, community and music which smashed box office records in Cornwall.
March 14-18 – A Little Life
James Norton (Happy Valley, Grantchester) stars in the theatrical event of 2023 in the English language premiere of A Little Life from the visionary director Ivo van Hove.
The much-anticipated play also stars Luke Thompson (Bridgerton, Hamlet), Omari Douglas (It's A Sin, Constellations), Zach Wyatt (The Witcher, I and You), Elliot Cowan (The Crown, 2:22 A Ghost Story), Zubin Varla (Tammy Faye, Equus), Nathalie Armin (Force Majeure, The Doctor), and Emilio Doorgasingh (Best of Enemies, The Kite Runner).
The play follows four college friends in New York City: aspiring actor Willem, successful architect Malcolm, struggling artist JB, and prodigious lawyer Jude.
As ambition, addiction, and pride threaten to pull the group apart, they always find themselves bound by their love for Jude and the mysteries of his past.
https://www.atgtickets.com/venues/richmond-theatre/
The Mitre - Six Nations
There is no better place to watch the Six nations in style than The Mitre.
The pub will be hosting events throughout February and March for all of England's matches so come along and join in the patriotic atmosphere.
The next event/match will be the 11th March so mark it in your calendars!
Check them out here: Welcome - The Mitre Pub Richmond (themitretw9.co.uk)
Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond
Until March 18 – Duet for One
Tara Fitzgerald and Maureen Beattie star in Tom Kempinski's gripping and touching winner of the London Theatre Critics Award for Best Play.
Stephanie Abrahams (Tara Fitzgerald) is a world-renowned concert violinist at the peak of her career, but upon receiving life-changing news, she is forced to look for a new way to live.
Her composer husband sends her to psychiatrist Dr Feldmann (Maureen Beattie), but Stephanie isn't interested in offers of help. As her beloved music falls silent, Stephanie must dig deep into her past to face an unknown future.
Tom Kempinski's moving and hopeful 1980 drama has triumphed in the West End and on Broadway, and was turned into a feature film starring Julie Andrews and Alan Bates. This beautiful new production, specially adapted for the OT, is accompanied by live music.
https://orangetreetheatre.co.uk/whats-on
OSO, Barnes
Until March 5 - Let's Pause There
A dark, funny and unpredictable new play about therapy, self-awareness and coping with your problems.
Even therapists have bad days. Sebastian would know.
Added to his own troubles are two new clients bringing two new challenges. Summer: a new-age Californian with childhood trauma, and Babatunde: a stand up comic and survivor from war-torn Sierra Leone.
If Sebastian can just get through the day to see the love of his life then surely she will make it all better. Because she loves him as well... right?
https://osoarts.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows
Barnes Music Festival
March 4 – 19 – A series of 34 events at 7 venues across Barnes.
March 4 - For the Opening Concert at St Mary's Church, the internationally recognised pianist, Benjamin Grosvenor, will deliver his interpretation of the festival theme, reflective of the most fascinating environments of music making in history, including Bach, Schumann, and Prokofiev.
Other highlights include –
March 16 - Ensemble Pro Victoria, directed by Toby Ward, Director of music at St Mary's, perform a selection of work inspired by La Primavera – The Italian Spring. There will be a post-concert dinner where you can enjoy a special La Primavera dinner across the road at Arte Chef.
March 17 – A world premiere of A Beautiful Object from a young, rising composer, Héloïse Werner. Heloise and Musicians from the Britten Sinfonia will perform beautiful work presenting the harpsichord in a new and interesting light on the 17th of March.
https://www.barnesmusicfestival.com/
The Exchange, Twickenham
Saturday, March 4 – Uncovered – The Electric Rock Experience
Imagine seeing all your favourite bands on one stage on the same night, but playing the songs you actually want to hear; not that experimental track from the difficult 17th album.
Welcome 'UNCOVERED_The Electric Rock Experience' a virtuoso group, who with great passion capture the essence, unique qualities and energy of what made these classic songs so amazing in the first place.
The London based band includes world class musicians with a stellar CV who perform a variety of songs by artists such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, David Bowie, The Who, Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, AC/DC, The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac among others.
Dom Brown (Guitars & Vocals) has been lead guitarist with Duran Duran for over 18 years and has worked with artists including Mark Ronson, Liam Gallagher, Paolo Nutini and Justin Timberlake. With TV & Promo for Lionel Richie, Elton John, Rod Stewart & Take That amongst others.
John Hogg (Bass & Vocals) has worked with Roger Daltrey, The Who, The Magpie Salute amongst others.
Jeremy Stacey (Drums) has worked with Sheryl Crow, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, King Crimson, Joe Cocker, Robbie Williams, King Crimson amongst others.
Mike Bramwell (Keyboards) has worked with Enrique Iglesias, Andrea Bocelli, Uli Jon Roth, Steve Vai, Suzi Quatro amongst others.
Anna Ross (Vocals) has worked with Duran Duran, Lisa Stansfield, Stereophonics, Tom Jones, Beverley Knight, Sting, Jamiroquai, Tina Turner amongst others.
https://exchangetwickenham.co.uk/
The Exchange, Twickenham
Sunday, March 5 – Meno-Fest
A series of events that explore all things menopause begins at 10am with 'Morning Yoga with Nina McKellar, which is a mix of movement, meditation, stretching and strengthening.
At 11.30am Diane Danzebrink, a passionate menopause professional, launches the festival and sheds light on the subject by telling her own story.
1:30pm - Menopause Yoga with Tiffy brings a toolkit of techniques, guidance, reflection and support to help you move through your menopause journey with ease and confidence.
3:30 pm - X-CHANGE SINGALONG with Shelle Luscombe from Vocal Tonix, who believes in the therapeutic powers of music, which are enhanced when we sing together in a group.
7:30 pm - The Exchange presents - An evening with songwriter and producer, Nerina Pallot, featuring a Q&A with Gary Crowley.
https://exchangetwickenham.co.uk/
Bearcat Comedy Club – Turks Head, St Margarets
Saturday, February 18 – Comedy
A stacked line-up promises fun and games. Taking to the stage are Abigail Carter, Daliso Chaponda, Luke Toulson, Mike Capozzola and Rachel Creeger.
Kew Gardens
Until March 5 - Kew Orchids - Inspired by the beauty of Cameroon
Kew Gardens' much-loved annual orchid festival is back, bigger and better than ever.
Inspired by the beauty and biodiversity of Cameroon, Orchids 2023 is a vibrant celebration of colour and warmth to brighten up the winter months.
From lush rainforests and volcanic mountains to arid desert plains, Cameroon's huge variety of plants and wildlife are supported by varied habitats, reflected across the ten unique climatic zones within the Princess of Wales Conservatory
Take a journey through the state-of-the-art glasshouse and discover larger-than-life sculptures by our team of expert horticulturists, hand-crafted from an amazing array of real, colourful orchids and plants.
Museum of Rugby, Twickenham Stadium
Until September – The Jimmy Peters Story
James 'Jimmy' Peters was the first black man to ever play rugby union for England, overcoming hardships, setbacks and intolerance in the process to proudly represent his nation.
https://worldrugbymuseum.com/explore/exhibitions
Orleans House Gallery, Riverside, Twickenham
Until March 5 – Hushed Impressions
Bianca Raffaella is exhibiting as part of the gallery's Emerging Artists Programme.
As a visually impaired artist, she works with essential lines and tactile marks to describe her subjects, whether these are abstracted figures or atmospheric landscapes.
The colour pallets Raffaella chooses are comprised of subtle and faded shades, which are distinctive to her work.
https://www.orleanshousegallery.org/events/hushed-impressions/
Until October 31 - Black Magic exhibition
Eel Pie Island Museum – Richmond Road
To mark the 35th anniversary of Black History Month in the UK, the museum is hosting a celebration of Black culture and shines a light on some of the many inspiring people of African and Afro-Caribbean heritage in Richmond, who have made the borough a richer, more vibrant place.
From jazz to reggae, this exploration of Black musicians is not simply Black history but Richmond's history. By learning about our culturally diverse past and traditionally unheard voices, we can look forward to the next exciting chapter together.
https://www.eelpiemuseum.co.uk/
The National Archives, Kew
Until April 2023, Treason – People Power and Plot
New exhibition brings iconic and unknown archival documents to life to shed light on the nature of British justice through the ages.
Fascinating stories are explored from the Gunpowder Plot and Anne Boleyn to lesser-known stories of the cook that poisoned the porridge, the girl put on trial for being a witch and the enslaved Baptist preacher.
https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/
Richmond
Ted Lasso Tour runs Saturday and Sunday at 3.30pm; Thursday at 6.30pm
Explore the locations featured in the hit Apple TV streaming show, Ted Lasso, starring Jason Sudeikis, which is due to make a return for season three in March. The walking tour takes in Ted's local pub, front door and even his thinking bench!
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