Richmond Theatre – until Saturday 7th February 2026
Reviewed By Carly
5*****
Richmond Theatre brings you 2:22 A Ghost Story written by Danny Robins, known for his BBC hit podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist.
It tells the story of a couple Sam (James Bye) and Jenny (Shvorne Marks) who have recently had a baby and moved into a new house, that they have been slowly renovating to make it their forever home! When Sam works away leaving Jenny alone in the house, strange things begin to happen with Jenny hearing unusual noises that seem to occur every night at the same time of 2:22. She’s convinced that their house is haunted and they may be in danger, especially her daughter as the noises, seem to be coming from her bedroom. Eager to explain things to her husband Sam on his return from his business trip. She’s worried that he won’t take her seriously because in his eyes there is always an explanation to everything in this world and things do not just happen.
When her husband returns home late with friends for dinner who have already arrived- Lauren (Natalie Casey) an old friend from school and her new boyfriend Ben (Grant Kilburn). Jenny does not have the time to explain the whole situation. So instead it gets discussed amongst them all, alongside old stories that emerge and secrets that hold hurt and betrayal within the room leading to some heated conversations as well as some strong beliefs regarding the unknown and Sam being a non-believer thinking that they are all bonkers and need to get a grip.
It’s then decided that Jenny who is frustrated with her Husband Sam wants Lauren and Ben to stay the evening for the countdown to 2:22am so she can prove him wrong. As the night proceeds strange events begin to happen that get their adrenaline pumping. Will they discover the truth and is everything not as it seems or is jenny really just losing her mind!
This production is a fast-paced drama that will have you locked in and wondering with suspicion from all angles. Alongside some jump scare moments leaving the audience nervous, buzzing followed by laughter all at the same time, definitely keeping you on the edge of your seat.
The lighting and sound were just exceptional making this production an amazing watch and one not to miss!