Ron Harvi

Ron was Artistic Director at the Garrick from 1967-71, when he directed at least six shows each season as well as designing sets and working in the Sound box.

He started his career at Manchester Polytechnic teaching speech and drama and, after his stint at the Garrick, he worked for Granada Television, appearing in shows and series such as Coronation Street (see photo).

He also took part in several productions of Shakespeare plays for Birmingham Rep, and acted at the Manchester Library Theatre.

Ron had a wonderful speaking voice and he was often heard on Book at Bedtime and Storytime on Radio 4.