Orange Tree Theatre
Helen Maybanks
Review: Losing Venice at The Orange Tree
3 STARS, Sep 7 - Oct 20. Bizarre costumes, constant chatter and a succession of peculiar scenes. Simon Collins struggles to make sense of Orange Tree’s Losing Venice Read more
Review: Katie Johnstone and Precious Little Talent at the Orange Tree Theatre's Directors' Festival
4 STARS, July 13-21. Catherine Bardrick enjoys two exciting new plays as part of the Orange Tree Theatre's Directors' Festival showcasing the talents of emerging theatre directors Read more
Robert Day
Review: In The Night Time at the Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, July 13-21. Richard Davies is impressed by the rising talent on show at this year’s Orange Tree Theatre Directors’ Festival Read more
Helen Murray
Review: Mayfly at the Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, April 24 – May 26. Dynamic and persuasive, Joe White’s first play tackles a family facing unnavigable loss and is a thoughtful and incisive drama, says Amanda Hodges Read more
Manuel Harlan
A humble boy
Best known for his primetime roles in EastEnders and Holby City, Paul Bradley tells Jane McGowan why he’s glad to be back treading the boards Read more
Manuel Harlan
Review: Humble Boy at The Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, March 8 – April 14. Amanda Hodges finds plenty to enjoy in the first major London revival of Charlotte Jones' multi award-winning comedy Read more
Jonathan Keenan
Review: Paines Plough Roundabout at the Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, Feb 3 – March 3. Catherine Bardrick enjoys a richly rewarding and riveting roundabout of contemporary drama at the Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond Read more
Review: Misalliance at Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, until January 20. Catherine Bardick enjoys a sparkling comedy of mayhem and mischief as Surrey is invaded by Socialism and Feminism. Life in a country house will never be the same again. Read more
Review: Poison at the Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, November 2 – December 2. Catherine Bardrick awards four stars to an intense exploration of grief and loss which asks the question, 'Is it ever possible to move on?' Read more
Review: Every Brilliant Thing at the Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, Oct 10-28. Amanda Hodges discovers the unexpected delights of a surprisingly life-affirming play about depression Read more
Helen Maybanks
A family Affair
5 STARS, September 7 – October 7. An intimate portrayal of a working class marriage, delicately capturing the hopes and dreams of a whole generation, writes Jane McGowan Read more
A family man: Ian Gelder
Game of Thrones actor Ian Gelder has swapped Casterly Rock for Richmond in his latest role as Mr Pasmore in David Storey’s The March on Russia Read more
Review: An Octaroon at Richmond's Orange Tree Theatre
5 STARS, May 18 – June 24. "If you want to be reminded why you love theatre and you’re OK with stroboscopes, the ‘f’ word and a bit of violence, go and see this play!", says Richard Davies Read more
Review: The Lottery of Love at the Orange Tree Theatre
4.5 STARS, March 30 – May 1. For lovers of rom-coms and Jane Austen coquetery, the Lottery of Love at the Orange Tree, Richmond is a brilliant night’s entertainment. Con Crowley reviews Read more
Interview: Paul Miller, artistic director of the Orange Tree Theatre
Jane McGowan meets Paul Miller, celebrated artistic director of Richmond’s Orange Tree Theatre Read more
Review: Twelfth Night at the Orange Tree Theatre
4 STARS, March 18-25. Equally suitable for kids and adults alike, Shakespeare Up Close's production of Twelfth Night is a streamlined, fast-paced romp through one of The Bard's most popular romantic comedies, says Fiona Adams Read more
Low Level Panic at the Orange Tree Theatre
5 STARS. "The play grabs your attention and does not let go until the lights go out again" says Richard Davies. Showing at the Orange Tree Theatre until March 25 Read more
Review: Winter Solstice
Richard Davies finds little to laugh about at the Orange Tree Theatre’s production of Winter Solstice. Showing until February 11. Read more
Review: Sheppey at the Orange Tree
"...a subtly shaded but richly rewarding festive treat." Says Amanda Hodges. 4 STARS Read more
Heart of the matter
As the Orange Tree prepares to stage a revival of Caryl Churchill’s Blue Heart, Jane McGowan catches up with two of its stars, Amelda Brown and Janet Henfrey Read more