The Georgian Theatre Experience

Immerse yourself in a world of greasepaint, first nights, stage fright, props, scenery and showbiz from days gone by.

THE 2025 TOUR SEASON IS OPEN!

The Georgian Theatre Experience gives a unique insight into the past and reveals the secrets of this, the most complete working Georgian playhouse in Britain. During your visit you’ll discover our exhibition area; finding out about the history of the Theatre, built by actor-manager, Samuel Butler in 1788. You can learn about life as a Georgian actor and hear all about what life was like in Richmond in the 18th century.

Don’t miss our fully restored Woodland Scene. It’s Britain’s oldest surviving stage scenery. You’ll also get to see behind the scenes of the theatre itself. Stand on the stage, explore under the stage and the dressing rooms, and enjoy the views from an exclusive box as well as the top tier cheap seats. 

A tour of the Georgian Theatre is number one of 'things to do' in Richmond, as confirmed by TripAdvisor: TripAdvisor Reviews

Here's a taste of what to expect:

Tours

Tours run Monday to Saturday, every hour on the hour from 10am - 4pm (last tour leaving at 3pm). Each tour lasts about 55 minutes. Just turn up and talk to our friendly Box Office team, no booking required unless organising a group tour.

Tour prices

Adult: £8 (valid for 12 months)

Child: £3 (valid for 12 months)

Group tours

For group bookings of 10 or more people we can organise separate group tours. We can accommodate single groups of up to about 25-30 people, however we can split larger groups (of up to about 50) in two smaller groups. We tend to run our group tours at half past the hour so we can accommodate to any additional needs or requests of the group. 

School Groups: £3 per child (teachers go free) - learn more here

Adult Groups: £8 per person

Refreshments (for adult groups only): £3 per person

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Cream Tea Tours (for adult groups only): £14 per person

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For more information or to book, please contact admin@georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk or call 01748 823710.

Tour cancellations 2025

• Monday 7th July - No tours all day
• Friday 25th July - No tours at 10am, 11am or 12pm
• Monday 25th August - No tours all day
• Saturday 30th August - No tours at 1pm, 2pm or 3pm
• Saturday 6th September - No tours at 1pm, 2pm or 3pm
• Wednesday 17th September - No tours all day
• Saturday 4th October - No tours at 1pm, 2pm or 3pm