An Evening with John Craven

An Evening with John Craven

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Richmond Theatre
Wed 6 May 2026

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Join national treasure John Craven as he reflects on over fifty years at the forefront of British broadcasting. From breaking world news to the stories that shaped our nation, John has been a trusted guide through the headlines, bringing clarity and warmth to viewers of all ages.

Richmond Theatre

Wed 6 May 2026
Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ
Wed at 19:30
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From the Grimthorpe Street Gazette—a handwritten newspaper he produced as a teenager—to presenting more than three thousand episodes of Newsround, the pioneering show that became a permanent fixture of daily life, John has witnessed the evolution of television news at first hand. Along the way, he made even seemingly small stories resonate, blending hard facts with humanity and humour.

This special evening takes you behind the scenes of a remarkable career spanning national and world news, rural reporting through three decades on Countryfile, and landmark moments in broadcasting history. Through archive footage, photographs and candid anecdotes, John shares the stories—and the people—that shaped both his life and the Britain he helped explain to millions.

Blending insight, nostalgia and warmth, this is more than a career retrospective; it’s a celebration of a broadcaster who helped generations make sense of the world around them.

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Richmond Theatre

Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ
Richmond (District Line), Overground (SW Trains)
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. Please note we will not be open on days we do not have any performances. See the ‘What’s On’ section for performance times.
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One of the oldest surviving theatres designed by iconic architect Frank Matcham, Richmond Theatre has sat in the heart of the local community since 1899.

The beautiful Grade II-listed venue presents a wide range of quality shows, from pre- and post-West End Drama to record-breaking musicals, opera, dance and family entertainment.

The theatre is also a popular filming location, having been used for film and TV including Finding Neverland, Bugsy Malone, Killing Eve and Ted Lasso.

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Richmond Theatre

Wed 6 May 2026
Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ
Wed at 19:30
For group bookings of 10 or more:
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