London's only permanent theatre in the round

Founded in 1971 by Sam Walters, the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond started as a lunchtime theatre in a room above the Orange Tree Pub, with the aim of producing high quality theatre in the round at reasonable prices and making live theatre accessible to everyone in the community.

With new premises at 1 Clarence St Richmond, the Orange Tree Theatre became London's first purpose built theatre in the round. It is now one of the most highly respected off-West-End theatres in London and its wide range of theatre productions draws loyal audiences from Richmond, surrounding areas of London - and well beyond.

The Orange Tree Theatre's unique productions range from new plays and classics to musicals and revivals.

Seat prices range from £7 - £17 (prices differ depending on day and/or performance).

Theatre in the round
If you have never experienced theatre in the round you must not miss the opportunity to visit the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond. Seating surrounds the acting area and you will discover the unique, intimate and involving atmosphere of being close to the action.

"A pocket-sized National Theatre" Michael Billington - The Guardian

Orange Tree Theatre community work
The Orange Tree Theatre provides a range of valuable community projects in Richmond. There is a thriving education programme that works with school pupils from primary through to A-level; three youth theatre groups with regular weekly theatre workshops in which children from 12 - 18 can learn and develop theatre skills; a Concert Party also tours local residential and day care centres in the Richmond area.

Support the Orange Tree Theatre
The theatre receives some public funding nationally and locally but has only grown to what it is today with generous support from Richmond residents, theatre-goers, actors and friends. You can support your local Theatre by becoming a member.

Transport
The theatre is a few steps from Richmond Station, where London underground and mainline trains stop, and a number of buses stop outside the station.

When contacting the Orange Tree Theatre
please mention 'The Best of Richmond'