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August Strindberg’s masterpiece Dance of Death is a darkly comic portrait of psychological warfare – a toxic love story that continues to thrill audiences today. Join us for this new version adapted and directed by Richard Eyre.

The Varsity Vocals International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella showcases the best of UK & International university a cappella, pitching groups from across the region against each other to see who will be the area's champion

Whether you're an avid reader or just picking up the habit, Richmond Theatre Book Club is a space for thoughtful discussion, new perspectives and a shared love of books.

Secretary of State. Traveller. TV superstar. The inimitable Michael Portillo joins us live on stage to share funny, insightful, and poignant stories from his extraordinarily rich and varied life.  The son of a refugee who rose to become one of Britain's leading politicians and best loved broadcasters, Michael Portillo's life has been a game of two halves. As a statesman he served under Margaret Thatcher, ran for the leadership of the Conservative Party, and lost his seat in one of the most famous moments in British political history, only to become one of the nation's favourite broadcasters, sparring with Diane Abbott and Andrew O'Neill and enthralling millions of us with his travels on the world's greatest railways.  In this unique stage show, Michael will share his life story, from his late father's experiences of the Spanish Civil War and escape to England, where he and Michael's mother met while looking after refugee children, all the way to his present-day adventures travelling across Spain, the USA, India, and beyond.  We'll hear Michael's funny and insightful observations about his old boss Margaret Thatcher and his reflections on the decay of political power. He'll tell us about his break into TV - including the time he became a single mum. And, of course, we'll hear about the great railway journeys he has undertaken and what they can tell us about the history and state of the world today.  Whether you are passionate about politics or a fan of Michael's many international adventures, this is an unmissable treat. All aboard! 

If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Rock Choir. Your friendly local Richmond choir is run by choir leader Rebecca Thompson. Our No.1 Album gave ordinary people the chance to become chart-topping singers, and Rock Choir is continually giving our members bigger and better opportunities to achieve things they never thought they could do - from supporting national charities like Comic Relief, Missing People and Refuge to singing at the UK's top performing arts venues such as the Royal Albert Hall. But through all this excitement, we never lose track of our local community roots. Visit this link https://rockchoir.com/events-and-performances-near-you to see more about our activities in . You've probably heard us singing in and around , or seen one of our many TV appearances, and never thought you'd have to courage to get up on stage and sing! But the unique teaching methods at the Richmond Rock Choir, along with no need to audition or read music, mean that we are accessible to all. Come along and try us out for FREE at a taster session, and experience singing with your local 'exceptional' Rock Choir for yourself. Here is a quote about our choir - 'I wanted to see if I could sing in a choir after being inspired by the 'Choir that Rocks' TV programmes in the Summer of 2011 and joined the new Bedford RC after a taster session. I am very proud of the choir and I find rehearsals inspiring as people are so friendly and the singing so uplifting.' - Jim (Rock Choir Member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.

A special choir will be formed for the day, with members of the Barnes Choir and guests. Our Musical Director, Julian Collings, will be working intensively with us on the music and will provide performance insights. We will be accompanied on the piano by Elspeth Wilkes. Singing tickets are 25, score hire is 2. More details [https://www.barneschoir.org.uk/workshop/verdi-requiem-come-and-sing]here [https://www.barneschoir.org.uk/workshop/come-and-sing-carmina-burana]