The Exchange, Twickenham

The Exchange in Twickenham stands beside the railway station at Brewery Wharf in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Built as a community building, it houses a theatre with 285 seats and opened in October 2017. The council owns the structure while St Mary’s University manages its daily operation. A varied programme runs throughout the year, featuring theatre productions, music concerts and classes. Screenings include NT Live cinema broadcasts and films from the local Twickenham Cinema Club. Folk music events are arranged with TwickFolk, adding a regular local flavour. The venue brings professional and amateur arts together in one place. Theatre productions range from new writing to classic plays, while music spans genres from orchestral to folk. Classes cover everything from drama to dance, open to all ages. NT Live screenings allow audiences to watch top productions without leaving town. The cinema club shows recent releases and classics on a weekly basis. TwickFolk’s monthly sessions draw performers and listeners from across London. Inside, the 285-seat theatre hosts performances in a modern setting. The foyer and café provide space to meet before and after shows. Classes take place in adjoining studios equipped for movement and music. The cinema screen shows films in a comfortable auditorium. Outside, Brewery Wharf offers riverside walks along the Thames Path. The railway station opposite makes the building easy to reach from central London.