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Richmond Theatre

Until March 25 - Charlotte and Theodore

Kris Marshall stars alongside Eve Ponsonby in Ryan Craig's timely new play following Lotty and Teddy on a decade long romance.

The couple pick their way through the professional minefield of cancel culture, gender politics and power struggles that is their very modern workplace and even more modern relationship.

Monday, March 27 - Sounds of the 60s Live with Tony Blackburn

Monday, March 27 - Sounds of the 60s Live with Tony Blackburn.

An evening of 60s classics performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2's legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn.

The show features stories and songs from the most loved decade. Every week, more than a million people tune in to BBC Radio 2 to hear Tony Blackburn wax lyrical about the biggest stars of the 60s.

Wednesday, March 29 - James Haskell - Sex, Tries and Videotape

Wednesday, March 29 - James Haskell - Sex, Tries and Videotape.

One of rugby's most ferocious flankers and biggest characters; James Haskell has had an extraordinary, truly global career and has boatloads to say about rugby life. Having played 77 times for England James lifts the lid on the life the fans don't get to see.

Thursday, March 30 - Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Living Dangerously

Thursday, March 30 - Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Living Dangerously.

Sir Ranulph offers a personal journey through his life, from his early years to the present day. Both light-hearted and strikingly poignant, Living Dangerously spans Sir Ranulph's childhood and school misdemeanours, his army life and early expeditions, right through the Transglobe Expedition to his current Global Reach Challenge.

https://www.atgtickets.com/venues/richmond-theatre/

The Mitre - Marky Dawson 26th March

Marky started teaching himself piano at 14. By 18 – whilst studying at The London College of Music -he was working as a resident piano player in bars and clubs. Taking requests and heckles. It's here he developed his flair for entertaining. An ability to connect with audiences and get them singing. Marky is a charismatic showman with a huge voice – which can cover Musical Theatre Jazz and Rock- alongside Piano chops which could make Jerry Lee Lewis Blush.

More info here - MARKY DAWSON - The Mitre Pub Richmond (themitretw9.co.uk)

Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond   

27 March 27 – April 22 – You Bury Me

27 March 27 – April 22 – You Bury Me.

Set in Cairo, this is a story about a generation coming of age after revolution, determined to live and love freely.

The smoke of revolution is still in the air, but these young people have other things in mind.

Alia and Tamer must hide their secret love away from the gaze of their families. High schooler Lina contends with the escapades of her rebellious friend, Maya.

And struggling to pick up the pieces after the Arab Spring, journalist Osman and dreamer Rafik face the dangers of living as their true selves.

Winner of The Women's Prize for Playwriting, You Bury Me is written by an anonymous playwright under the alias Ahlam.

https://orangetreetheatre.co.uk/home

Richmond

Ted Lasso Tour runs Saturday and Sunday at 3.30pm; Thursday at 6.30pm

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 made its Season Three return to the screen this week. The walking tour takes in Ted's local pub, front door and even his thinking bench!

https://www.tedlassotour.com/

OSO, Barnes

Until March 25 - Jekyll & Hyde

This is a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's thrilling allegory.

Dr. Jekyll is a respected doctor. His research brings him into partnership with Mr. Hyde- an unruly menace.

Jekyll struggles to stay in control before his reputation as a 'downgoing man' is sealed forever. Centred on the relationships tested by the now infamous experiment this show will leave you wondering... Is anyone reliable?

This adaptation is the debut show for MaggieMarie Productions.

https://richmond.nub.news/whats-on/theatre/jekyll-hyde-49507

March 28- April 2 – The Barnes Slasher

March 28- April 2 – The Barnes Slasher.

Barnes: land of milk and honey, yummy-mummies, and children called Tarquin.

Here, celebrities laze languidly on the Green and gaze with paternalistic wonder at the simplicity of civilian life. Yet with immense affluence comes immensely expensive real estate.

Nevertheless, one woman is dedicated to changing all that. When her 29-year-old son struggles once again to climb upon the property ladder, Fenny decides to take drastic and dastardly measures to 'free up some space' in the village, slashing house prices... and one or two other things along the way.

https://richmond.nub.news/whats-on/theatre/the-barnes-slasher-49509

All Saints Church, East Sheen Avenue

Saturday, March 25 - Come and Sing Will Todd's Mass in Blue

Saturday, March 25 - Come and Sing Will Todd's Mass in Blue.

The Barnes Choir, conducted by Julian Collings, invites you to Come and Sing Will Todd's Mass in Blue.

A special choir will be formed for the day, involving members of The Barnes Choir and you, our guests. Julian Collings, our director, will be working intensively with us on the music and will provide performance insights, and we will be accompanied on the piano by Elspeth Wilkes. 

https://richmond.nub.news/whats-on/music/come-and-sing-will-todds-mass-in-blue-48660

The Richmond Club, 115-117 Kew Road

Sunday, March 26 – Comedy Club

Host Alistair Barrie welcomes hilarious comedians Matt Bragg and Lily Philips

Matt Bragg, with his unique, low energy, deadpan style and meticulously crafted material, has been gaining critical acclaim from audiences, promoters and comedians alike. As well as performing at some of the largest clubs in the UK, he is tour support for Ricky Gervais, Harry Hill and many others.

Joining him is the rising comedy star Lily Philips who has featured on BBC's Period Dramas and ITV2's The Stand Up Sketch Show.

https://richmond.nub.news/whats-on/comedy/comedy-club-at-the-richmond-club-49708

Eel Pie Club at The Patch, London Road, Twickenham

Thursday, March 24 - Cyril Davies Tribute

The Alan Glen/John O'Leary All-Stars with some of the best Blues musicians in the UK celebrate the music of Cyril Davies and the Rhythm and Blues music that started at the Ealing Club and the Eel Pie Island Jazz Club in the 1960s.

https://twickenham.nub.news/whats-on/music/cyril-davies-tribute-49927

The Exchange, Twickenham

Friday, March 24 – Glowe and Guests

Friday, March 24 – Glowe and Guests.

Glowe (aka Georgia Lowe) is a fast-rising newcomer who is storming her way into the spotlight.

The London singer songwriter's bubbly exuberant pop continues to reinforce this with hit singles about love, heartbreak and celebrating womanhood.

Glowe will perform with a number of invited guests.

https://twickenham.nub.news/whats-on/music/glowe-guests-47913

Saturday, March 25 – Thelma & Louise

Can you believe it's been thirty years since this ground-breaking road movie was made? One of the greatest road movies of all time, Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon rise to everlasting fame as two women who embark on a crime spree across the American southwest.

https://twickenham.nub.news/whats-on/cinema/thelma-and-louise-47914

St Mary's Church, Twickenham

Saturday, March 25 - Choral Extravaganza

Naomi Simon, winner of BBC Chorister of the Year.

Following their triumphant Centenary, Twickenham Choral are excited to announce this Choral Extravaganza.

It's a welcome back to Roxanna Panufnik, for a performance of her Centenary commission Wild Musick and Naomi Simon, winner of BBC Chorister of the Year.

For this Coronation year the choir, proud of their reputation, will sing Parry's stirring I was Glad and Blest Pair of Sirens, Elgar's Give Unto the Lord, and Frank Martin's beautiful Mass for Double Choir.

https://twickenham.nub.news/whats-on/music/choral-extravaganza-49592

Turks Head, St Margarets

Saturday, March 25 – Bearcat Comedy Club

Saturday, March 25 – Bearcat Comedy Club.

Fun and games with stand-up from Liam Pickford, Paul Zerdin, Ria Lina and Si Deaves

One Paved Court

Until April 2 – Lushness of Nature

Until April 2 – Lushness of Nature.

Errika Pontevichi shows a collection of new works on canvas and drawings.

The paintings are bursting with life as she expresses her emotions through loose and energetic brushwork. Some areas are vibrant with little brush strokes and others are overlaid by fields of simple colour.

The Italian artist, who is based in London, graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna Italy and worked as an assistant in the studio of artist Giancarlo Bargoni. She is shortlisted for the Jackson's Painting Prize 2022.

https://richmond.nub.news/whats-on/arts-crafts/lushness-of-nature-49785

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

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 - 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/

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