What's on in Twickenham
By Rory Poulter
2nd Feb 2023 | Local News
A list of exciting events coming up in Twickenham. If you would like to add your own event simply click the black Nub It button in our What's On section!
Eel Pie Club at The Patch, London Road, Twickenham,
Thursday, February 2 – Slim Chance
Slim Chance has its origin in the early 70's, formed by the legendary and brilliant songwriter, Ronnie Lane, who had been a mainstay of both the Small Faces and The Faces.
Slim Chance today is a tight band of good friends, which has evolved around three original members of Ronnie's band - Steve Bingham, Charlie Hart and Steve Simpson.
They are now regularly joined by Brendan O'Neill, Billy Nicholls, and Geraint Watkins, and together they deliver a unique and entertaining show, both joyous and of a high musical calibre.
The Slim Chance extended family consists of a host of wonderful musicians whose contributions will always be greatly appreciated: Jim Cregan, Colin Davey, Alun Davies, Des Horsfall, Malcolm Hoskins, John Lingwood, Frank Mead, Nick Pentelow, Jim Russell, James Walbourne and Graham Walker.
Their set includes a host of classic Ronnie Lane songs, including Ooh La La, Debris, The Poacher and How Come, as well as original tracks from their more recent albums which have received rave reviews in all the top music press. Pete Townshend guests on their latest album.
Hampton Hill Theatre, Hampton Hill High Street
Until February 4 - Thrill Me: the Leopold & Loeb Story by Stephen Dolginoff
A two-character dramatic musical, based on the true story of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, two 19-year-olds who murdered 14-year-old Bobby Franks in Chicago in 1924.
Thrill Me focuses less on the murder itself than on the relationship between Leopold and Loeb.
More than 30 years on, the older Nathan speaks at a parole board hearing, recalling the crime and the dynamics of his friendship with Richard, defined largely by their shared intelligence, their passion for Nietzschean philosophy, and their desire for the ultimate thrill.
http://www.hamptonhilltheatre.org.uk/production/thrill-me-leopold-loeb-story
The Exchange, Twickenham
Tuesday, February 7 - Richmond Film Society – The 400 Blows
Continuing the season of classic films, the directorial of Francois Truffaut is widely considered as one of the best French films in film history.
Antoine is an adolescent growing up in Paris. Misunderstood by his parents for playing truant and tormented by his teacher, Antoine frequently runs away from both places.
The film will be introduced by Jon Davies, a tutor in French Cinema and an Associate of the British Film Institute.
The Shack, London Road, Twickenham
Sunday, February 5 - Twickenham Jam
The venue hosts a jam every Sunday featuring a different guest artist as the host. All musicians and music fans are welcome.
https://twickenham.nub.news/whats-on/music/the-twickenham-sunday-jam-48115
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
Richmond Theatre
Until February 4 - The Shawshank Redemption
Joe Absolom and Ben Onwukwe star in the play based on the 1982 novella Rita Hayworth and The Shawshank Redemption, which became a classic movie.
A riveting tale of desperation, injustice, friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum-security facility.
February 8-11 - When Darkness Falls
This new spine-chilling ghost story that delivers a twisted, terrifying and thrilling tale.
On a stormy night on the small island of Guernsey, a young paranormal expert joins a sceptical history teacher to record the first in a series of podcasts based on the island's incredible folklore and paranormal history.
Inspired by true events, this powerful new production by James Milton and Paul Morrissey draws us into dark pasts, reveals disturbing truths and explores the power of stories.
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 February 4 – Two Billion Beats
A return of the this exhilarating production, starring Shala Nyx and Tanvi Virmani, following its acclaimed world premiere at the OT in 2022.
Bouncing with wit, Sonali Bhattacharyya's upbeat play is a coming-of-age story about the unfairness of growing up in a world where you don't make the rules.
Asha, aged 17, is an empathetic rebel, inspired by historical revolutionaries and iconoclasts Sylvia Pankhurst and B R Ambedkar. She's unafraid of pointing out the hypocrisy around her but less sure how to actually dismantle it.
Meanwhile, her younger sister, Bettina, wide-eyed and naïve, is just trying to get through the school day without getting her pocket money nicked.
The production is directed by Nimmo Ismail, whose work includes Glee & Me by Stuart Slade and The Christmas Star by Russell T Davies (both Royal Exchange Manchester).
https://orangetreetheatre.co.uk/whats-on
OSO, Barnes
Until February 4 - Text & Delete
When uninvited slob, Maudie, meets neat freak, Jess, apartment 48A descends into chaos.
A dark secret is brought to the surface, and together these sworn enemies must uncover the mystery of a disintegrating aloe vera plant, stolen muesli and the loss of a loved one.
Drum beats, rapid fire speech and bad dancing collide in this neat two-hander, brought to you by In Her Element.
https://osoarts.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows
Falcons Prep, Kew Foot Road, Richmond
Saturday, February - Stay and Play session 10am-12pm
Are you looking for new ways to entertain, educate and build resilience for your little adventurers...?
Come along team from 10-12pm for a Stay and Play session with the Early Years team.
Meet the Headmistress, the Forest School lead and Head of Lower School and enjoy a tour of the school with current Year 7 and Year 8 pupils (optional).
Open to all children aged 0-6 year olds. Friends and siblings, boys and girls, all welcome!
https://twickenham.nub.news/whats-on/family/stay-play-session-for-boys-and-girls-aged-0-6-yo-47867
Kew Gardens
February 4 – 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.
One Paved Court, Richmond
Until February 19 - A Patch of Sky
A group show of painting, sculpture, installation and photography.
Artists: Sandra Beccarelli, Julie Brixey-Williams, Julie Derbyshire, Simon Klein, Kate Proudman, Louise Severyn Kosinska, Hanna ten Doornkaat and Monica Wheeler.
During these times of squeezed existence, where harsh realities muscle in to occupy our lives, seeking out small pockets of time and space where creativity can flourish seems even more critical. A Patch of Sky – a quotation taken from Remembrance Of Things Past – refers to Proust's belief that preserving mental and physical space for acts of creativity and blue-sky.
https://onepavedcourt.co.uk/portfolio-item/the-importance-of-instinct/
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. The walking tour takes in Ted's local pub, front door and even his thinking bench!
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