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We pay tribute and honour our friends at the theatre who are no longer with us. About Us Productions Archive Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is the beating heart of the community. A theatre, cinema, youth academy and community creative social place for all to enjoy. About the Theatre History of the Garrick In Memoriam: Past Members of the Garrick Productions Archive Productions Archive Note: this section is still being transferred from the old web-site and being re-vamped. This is unlikely to be completed before Easter 2025. This section provides an (incomplete) list of the Productions at the Garrick since the first one in 1914. Please contact webmaster@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk if you have any comments or additions. The Early Years : 1914 to the Second World War The Silver Box The first show that the Altrincham Garrick Society staged. Find Out More Start Date 18 March 1914 End Date 21 March 1914 The Tragedy of Nan Find Out More Start Date 1 January 1915 End Date 1 January 1915 The East Window Find Out More Start Date 2 January 1915 End Date 2 January 1915 The Magic Circle Find Out More Start Date 3 January 1915 End Date 3 January 1915 The Quest Find Out More Start Date 4 January 1915 End Date 4 January 1915 The Drone The last production before the theatre closed during World War I. Find Out More Start Date 1 January 1916 End Date 1 January 1916 Rutherford and Son The first production after the end of World War I Find Out More Start Date 1 January 1919 End Date 1 January 1919 The Will and The Way Find Out More Start Date 1 January 1920 End Date 1 January 1920 The Widowing of Mrs Holroyd Find Out More Start Date 2 January 1920 End Date 2 January 1920 David Ballard Find Out More Start Date 3 January 1920 End Date 3 January 1920 If Four Walls Told Find Out More Start Date 4 January 1920 End Date 4 January 1920 The White-Headed Boy Find Out More Start Date 1 January 1921 End Date 1 January 1921 She Stoops to Conquer Find Out More Start Date 2 January 1921 End Date 2 January 1921 The Tragedy of Nan (1921) Find Out More Start Date 3 January 1921 End Date 3 January 1921 The Silver Box (1921) Find Out More Start Date 4 January 1921 End Date 4 January 1921 The Devil's Disciple Find Out More Start Date 5 January 1921 End Date 5 January 1921 Recent Years: 2021-Present Join our mailing list Subscribe

List of previous productions The Silver Box The first show that the Altrincham Garrick Society staged. Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site. 18 March 1914 Start date 21 March 1914 The Silver Box The first show that the Altrincham Garrick Society staged. Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site. 18 March 1914 Start date 21 March 1914 The Silver Box The first show that the Altrincham Garrick Society staged. Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site. 18 March 1914 Start date 21 March 1914 Read More

Use this page to search the archive of past productions at the Altrincham Garrick. About Us Productions Archive Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is the beating heart of the community. A theatre, cinema, youth academy and community creative social place for all to enjoy. About the Theatre History of the Garrick In Memoriam: Past Members of the Garrick Productions Archive This part of the website provides a list of the Productions at the Garrick since the first one in 1914. Note: this section is still being transferred from the old web-site and being re-vamped. We hope that this will be completed before the end of 2026. If you have any photographs, programmes, or other details you’d like to offer to us, or any comments, please contact webmaster@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Text to search for Start date (optional) End date (optional) Search Here are the results of your search for between overridden in code overridden in code Nothing found when we searched for overridden in code between overridden in code over-ridden by title Date(s) overridden by from & to dates Join our mailing list Subscribe

This page lists the past productions at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. About Us Productions Archive Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is the beating heart of the community. A theatre, cinema, youth academy and community creative social place for all to enjoy. About the Theatre History of the Garrick In Memoriam: Past Members of the Garrick Productions Archive This part of the website provides a list of the Productions at the Garrick since the first one in 1914. Note: this section is still being transferred from the old web-site and being re-vamped. We hope that this will be completed before the end of 2026. If you have any photographs, programmes, or other details you’d like to offer to us, or any comments, please contact webmaster@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Search the Productions Archive The Early Years: 1914 - 1939 The Silver Box The first show that the Altrincham Garrick Society staged. Ran: 18 March 1914 - 21 March 1914 Find out more The Tragedy of Nan No summary available Ran: 1 January 1915 - 1 January 1915 Find out more The East Window No summary available Ran: 2 January 1915 - 2 January 1915 Find out more The Magic Circle No summary available Ran: 3 January 1915 - 3 January 1915 Find out more The Quest No summary available Ran: 4 January 1915 - 4 January 1915 Find out more The Drone The last production before the theatre closed during World War I. Ran: 1 January 1916 - 1 January 1916 Find out more Rutherford and Son The first production after the end of World War I Ran: 1 January 1919 - 1 January 1919 Find out more The Will and The Way No summary available Ran: 1 January 1920 - 1 January 1920 Find out more The Widowing of Mrs Holroyd No summary available Ran: 2 January 1920 - 2 January 1920 Find out more David Ballard No summary available Ran: 3 January 1920 - 3 January 1920 Find out more If Four Walls Told No summary available Ran: 4 January 1920 - 4 January 1920 Find out more The White-Headed Boy No summary available Ran: 1 January 1921 - 1 January 1921 Find out more She Stoops to Conquer No summary available Ran: 2 January 1921 - 2 January 1921 Find out more The Tragedy of Nan (1921) No summary available Ran: 3 January 1921 - 3 January 1921 Find out more The Silver Box (1921) No summary available Ran: 4 January 1921 - 4 January 1921 Find out more The Devil's Disciple No summary available Ran: 5 January 1921 - 5 January 1921 Find out more The Joan Danvers No summary available Ran: 1 January 1930 - 1 January 1930 Find out more Experiment No summary available Ran: 1 January 1932 - 1 January 1932 Find out more The Immortal Lady No summary available Ran: 1 January 1932 - 1 January 1932 Find out more To See Ourselves No summary available Ran: 1 January 1934 - 1 January 1934 Find out more Load more The Post-War Era: 1945 - 1973 Flare Path No summary available Ran: 1 January 1945 - 1 January 1945 Find out more Jupiter Laughs No summary available Ran: 1 January 1946 - 1 January 1946 Find out more What Happened to George No summary available Ran: 1 January 1947 - 1 January 1947 Find out more Boyd's Shop No summary available Ran: 1 January 1948 - 1 January 1948 Find out more Matingold No summary available Ran: 1 January 1949 - 1 January 1949 Find out more Immortal Garden No summary available Ran: 1 January 1950 - 1 January 1950 Find out more Bonaventure No summary available Ran: 1 January 1951 - 1 January 1951 Find out more The Sun and I No summary available Ran: 1 January 1952 - 1 January 1952 Find out more Your World and Mine No summary available Ran: 1 January 1953 - 1 January 1953 Find out more The Deep Blue Sea No summary available Ran: 1 January 1954 - 1 January 1954 Find out more Waters of the Moon No summary available Ran: 1 January 1955 - 1 January 1955 Find out more Reluctant Heroes No summary available Ran: 1 January 1956 - 1 January 1956 Find out more Simon and Laura No summary available Ran: 1 January 1957 - 1 January 1957 Find out more Under Milk Wood No summary available Ran: 1 January 1958 - 1 January 1958 Find out more Listen to the Wind No summary available Ran: 1 January 1959 - 1 January 1959 Find out more Dinner with the Family No summary available Ran: 1 January 1960 - 1 January 1960 Find out more Caught Napping No summary available Ran: 1 January 1960 - 1 January 1960 Find out more Cranford No summary available Ran: 1 January 1960 - 1 January 1960 Find out more A Touch of the Sun No summary available Ran: 1 January 1960 - 1 January 1960 Find out more The Strange Case of Mr Jekyll and Mr Hyde No summary available Ran: 1 January 1960 - 1 January 1960 Find out more Load more The Modern Era: 1973 - 1999 Tom Jones No summary available Ran: 9 June 1999 - 19 June 1999 Find out more Load more The Beginning of the New Millennium: 1999-2020 Camelot The first production on stage after the major Auditorium and Foyer refurbishment of 1999 Ran: 18 October 1999 - 23 October 1999 Find out more Blithe Spirit No summary available Ran: 8 November 1999 - 13 November 1999 Find out more The Office Party No summary available Ran: 29 November 1999 - 4 December 1999 Find out more The Merry Christmas Show No summary available Ran: 11 December 1999 Find out more Scrooge (The Musical) No summary available Ran: 18 December 1999 - 3 January 2000 Find out more Communicating Doors No summary available Ran: 17 January 2000 - 22 January 2000 Find out more The Cemetary Club (sic) No summary available Ran: 31 January 2000 - 5 February 2000 Find out more Neville's Island No summary available Ran: 21 February 2000 - 26 February 2000 Find out more Haywire No summary available Ran: 13 March 2000 - 18 March 2000 Find out more Misery No summary available Ran: 1 May 2000 - 6 May 2000 Find out more Return to the Forbidden Planet No summary available Ran: 22 May 2000 - 27 May 2000 Find out more The Manchester Man No summary available Ran: 9 October 2000 - 14 October 2000 Find out more Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell No summary available Ran: 6 November 2000 - 11 November 2000 Find out more A Murder is Announced No summary available Ran: 5 February 2001 - 10 February 2001 Find out more 'Allo 'Allo No summary available Ran: 3 December 2001 - 8 December 2001 Find out more Vivat! Vivat! Regina The Garrick's contribution to the celebrations for the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Queen Elizabeth II. Ran: 4 February 2002 - 9 February 2002 Find out more Curtain Call No summary available Ran: 6 May 2002 - 11 May 2002 Find out more The Hollow No summary available Ran: 20 January 2003 - 25 January 2003 Find out more Then There Were None No summary available Ran: 19 January 2004 - 24 January 2004 Find out more When We Are Married No summary available Ran: 8 October 2007 - 13 October 2007 Find out more Load more Season 2021-2022 Disney's The Little Mermaid The perfect musical treat for October half term Ran: 25 October 2021 - 31 October 2021 Find out more Peter Pan - The Garrick Pantomime The High Flying Garrick Pantomime Ran: 10 December 2021 - 3 January 2022 Find out more Frankenstein by Nick Dear Thrilling, gory and deeply disturbing - Please Note: Reduced seating capacity on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Ran: 17 January 2022 - 22 January 2022 Find out more One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest Performed by The Garrick Ensemble / PLEASE NOTE: 50% reduced capacity and socially distanced seating on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings Ran: 7 February 2022 - 12 February 2022 Find out more Present Laughter (2022) Lighthearted Comedy Ran: 28 February 2022 - 5 March 2022 Find out more George's Marvellous Medicine Phizz-whizzing Easter half term fun for all the Family! Ran: 7 April 2022 - 24 April 2022 Find out more Jumpers for Goalposts A hilarious and heart-warming comedy Ran: 9 May 2022 - 14 May 2022 Find out more House of Ghosts Calling all Morse fans and super sleuths Ran: 23 May 2022 - 28 May 2022 Find out more Calendar Girls - The Musical A New Musical By Gary Barlow and Tim Firth Ran: 20 June 2022 - 25 June 2022 Find out more Load more Season 2022-2023 Dick Whittington - The Garrick Pantomime The purrrfect Christmas treat! Ran: 9 December 2022 - 2 January 2023 Find out more Load more Season 2023-2024 The Shawshank Redemption No summary available Ran: 14 September 2023 - 23 September 2023 Find out more Bombshells No summary available Ran: 26 September 2023 - 1 October 2023 Find out more Sleeping Beauty - The Garrick Pantomime The Dreamiest Garrick Panto of them all! Ran: 8 December 2023 - 2 January 2024 Find out more The Girl on the Train A Suspense Thriller, based on the bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins. Ran: 15 January 2024 - 20 January 2024 Find out more Pennyroyal The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran: 23 January 2024 - 28 January 2024 Find out more Let The Right One In A dark coming of age vampire love story, performed by The Garrick Ensemble. Ran: 5 February 2024 - 10 February 2024 Find out more The Vicar of Dibley The deliciously funny TV series live on stage! Ran: 26 February 2024 - 2 March 2024 Find out more Cinderella - A GAPA Spring Pantomime A classic Fairytale Panto style, performed by our Youth Academy Ran: 11 March 2024 - 17 March 2024 Find out more Unravelling the Ribbon The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran: 19 March 2024 - 24 March 2024 Find out more Treasure Island Robert Louis Stevenson's swashbuckling, action packed story is the perfect treat this Easter! Ran: 3 April 2024 - 14 April 2024 Find out more All the little Lights The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran: 23 April 2024 - 28 April 2024 Find out more The Father Psychological Drama by Florian Zeller and translated by Christopher Hampton Ran: 6 May 2024 - 11 May 2024 Find out more The Audience Innovative, multi-award winning play by the acclaimed writer Peter Morgan Ran: 20 May 2024 - 25 May 2024 Find out more Di and Viv and Rose The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran: 4 June 2024 - 9 June 2024 Find out more Merrily We Roll Along This Olivier Award Winning Musical is a powerful, moving and compelling fable. Ran: 17 June 2024 - 22 June 2024 Find out more Load more Season 2024-2025 The History Boys - By Alan Bennett Set in the 1980's, The History Boys is a coming of age story about a group of 6th formers. Ran: 16 September 2024 - 21 September 2024 Find out more The Beauty Queen of Leenane The Irish Studio Season: A dark, comedic, thriller Ran: 1 October 2024 - 6 October 2024 Find out more Jane Eyre - By Charlotte Bronte A bold and theatrically inventive adaptation of the literary classic. Ran: 7 October 2024 - 12 October 2024 Find out more The Wizard of Oz Journey over the rainbow this October Half Term for an unforgettable family musical. Ran: 28 October 2024 - 3 November 2024 Find out more A Vicar of Dibley Christmas: The Second Coming Following our recent smash hit production, the nations favourite chocolate loving Vicar is back! Ran: 18 November 2024 - 23 November 2024 Find out more Jack & The Beanstalk - The Garrick Pantomime This GIANT adventure is the pantomime you've BEAN waiting for! Ran: 6 December 2024 - 5 January 2025 Find out more Relaxed Performance of Jack & The Beanstalk RELAXED PERFORMANCE includes reduced on stage sound & lighting, no loud bangs, auditorium lights on. Ran: 14 December 2024 Find out more Waiting for Godot The Irish Studio Season: Tragic comedy about the meaning of life and the absurdity of existence Ran: 21 January 2025 - 26 January 2025 Find out more The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time A touching and bleakly humorous tale, performed by The Garrick Ensemble, Ran: 3 February 2025 - 8 February 2025 Find out more RELAXED PERFORMANCE of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time RELAXED PERFORMANCE - A touching and bleakly humorous tale, performed by The Garrick Ensemble Ran: 9 February 2025 Find out more Oppenheimer Bio-drama about J. Robert Oppenheimer, the mastermind of the atomic bomb Ran: 24 February 2025 - 1 March 2025 Find out more The Addams Family: Young@Part - A GAPA Academy Performance This production is being performed by GAPA our Youth Academy of children Ran: 17 March 2025 - 23 March 2025 Find out more A Man of No Importance The Irish Studio Season: A Musical Comedy about an amdram group facing opposition from the Church Ran: 25 March 2025 - 30 March 2025 Find out more The Worst Witch Family fun, action-packed stage adaptation, featuring all of Jill Murphy’s beloved characters. Ran: 4 April 2025 - 17 April 2025 Find out more RELAXED PERFORMANCE of The Worst Witch RELAXED PERFORMANCE of this family fun, stage adaptation of Jill Murphy's classic story Ran: 13 April 2025 Find out more Of Mice and Men A classic story of enduring friendship and hope, with themes of economic migration and racism Ran: 8 May 2025 - 18 May 2025 Find out more Vardy v Rooney: The Wagatha Christie Trial Footballers’ wives drama which will keep you on the edge of your seat Ran: 2 June 2025 - 7 June 2025 Find out more Translations The Irish Studio Season: A Drama about community, culture and language Ran: 10 June 2025 - 15 June 2025 Find out more Beautiful: The Carole King Musical A Musical telling the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom. Ran: 23 June 2025 - 29 June 2025 Find out more Jet Set Go! A high-flying British Musical Comedy Ran: 15 July 2025 - 19 July 2025 Find out more Load more Season 2025-2026 A Chorus Line A musical masterpiece that revolutionised Broadway Ran: 8 September 2025 - 14 September 2025 Find out more A Taste of Honey Altrincham Garrick STUDIO 2025/26 Season - A Series of Manc Plays Ran: 23 September 2025 - 28 September 2025 Find out more Bleak Expectations The story Charles Dickens might have written after drinking too much gin... Ran: 29 September 2025 - 4 October 2025 Find out more Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Escape to a world of pure imagination with our October Musical Ran: 23 October 2025 - 2 November 2025 Find out more Voices of Manchester Altrincham Garrick STUDIO 2025/26 Season - A Series of Manc Plays Ran: 11 November 2025 - 16 November 2025 Find out more It's A Wonderful Life A joyful story of love, hope and community based on the critically acclaimed Christmas film Ran: 17 November 2025 - 23 November 2025 Find out more Goldilocks & The Three Bears A rip-ROARing Panto FUR all the Family! Ran: 5 December 2025 - 4 January 2026 Find out more RELAXED PERFORMANCE of Goldilocks & The Three Bears A rip-ROARing Panto FUR all the Family! Ran: 13 December 2025 Find out more Altrincham Garrick Show Choir presents - Choral Cinema: Music from the Movies Join us for an uplifting evening filled with iconic songs featured in films we know and love Ran: 14 January 2026 Find out more Kindertransport Altrincham Garrick STUDIO 2025/26 Season - A Series of Manc Plays Ran: 20 January 2026 - 27 January 2026 Find out more QUIZ Entertaining comedy drama based on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire performed by the Garrick Ensemble Ran: 2 February 2026 - 7 February 2026 Find out more NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: Hamlet Fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, shown as though live on our Big Screen. Ran: 8 February 2026 Find out more Load more Join our mailing list Subscribe

Details of all upcoming productions, including in-house plays, musicals and the annual pantomime, as well as visiting tribute bands, mediums, comedians and more. What's on Here's the list of the productions currently scheduled at the theatre. Scroll through the list. Or you can search by name of event, date, or type of production ... or all three ! Find an event Search Choose a date Filter by type Garrick Productions Garrick Academy Visiting Productions Activities & Events Garrick Cinema Clear type filter and date Sorry - no productions found. Please change your search terms. Show title 6 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now If you love theatre and would like to meet new friends; why not join us at our play reading club! Activities & Events Show title 12 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now The Number One Elvis impersonator, Emilio Santoro, returns to the Altrincham Garrick! Visiting Production Show title 14 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Dance Spectacular celebrating 25 years and featuring ballet, jazz, modern, tap, contemporary & more! Visiting Production Show title 16 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Exciting half term drama workshops for students aged 6-18. Activities & Events Show title 17 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Get ready to Move, Dance and have Fun with a class suitable for everybody! Activities & Events Show title 17 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Exciting half term drama workshops for students aged 6-18. Activities & Events Show title 18 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Exciting half term drama workshops for students aged 6-18. Activities & Events Show title 19 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Exciting half term drama workshops for students aged 6-18. Activities & Events Show title 20 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Exciting half term drama workshops for students aged 6-18. Activities & Events Show title 23 Feb 2026 Find out more Book now Thrilling story of revenge and dark secrets based on Agatha Christie's 1962 novel Garrick Production Show more Join our mailing list Subscribe

Century-old theatre staging new Altrincham Garrick productions and classics, plus comedy and musicals. Everyone is welcome Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is the beating heart of the community. A theatre, cinema, youth academy and community creative social place for all to enjoy. Garrick Production The Mirror Crack'd Feb 23, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026 Find out more Book Now What's On See More Do you want to help the Playhouse financially? The Garrick's vital community work provides life-changing experiences and makes exceptional theatre available to all. None of this would be possible without your support. Help us raise funds and reach even more people by donating or becoming a Friend of the Garrick today. Donate Friend of the Garrick Loyalty Scheme Get to know us There’s so much more to the Altrincham Garrick than the performances on our stages. Find out how to get involved in making theatre with us, try an audition or join our academy and truly get behind the scenes. Just follow the links below to explore… Find us Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Barrington Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester WA14 1HZ Free parking available Box office 0161 928 1677 Mon – Fri : 11am – 4pm & 6pm – 8.30pm Sat: 9am – 12pm Drink & relax Bar: Non-show nights: Wed, Thurs & Fri 6.30pm – 11pm Show nights: 6pm - 11pm Matinees 1 hour before start. Find out more Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Cinema NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: Hamlet Fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, shown as though live on our Big Screen. Ran Feb 8, 2026 Age guidance Venue Main House Running time Tickets Price Range £18 - £20 Description By William Shakespeare Directed by Robert Hastie Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production QUIZ Entertaining comedy drama based on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire performed by the Garrick Ensemble Ran Feb 2, 2026 - Feb 7, 2026 Age guidance 12+ Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £14 - £19 Description Every audience member will be given a voting device, putting you right at the heart of the story. You won’t just watch the drama unfold, you’ll help decide it. September 2001: the nation is gripped by a scandal that remains, to this day, a mystery. In an outrageously audacious heist, Charles Ingram, aka the Coughing Major, and his accomplices duped the world’s most popular TV quiz show, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, out of £1,000,000. Or did they? And if they did cheat, how did they really do it? James Graham’s thrilling, entertaining and provocative comedy drama, asks you, the audience, to put fingers on keypads and answer the ultimate 50/50: guilty or not guilty? And, for your first question, is QUIZ … A) A play by acclaimed writer James Graham, performed by The Garrick Ensemble? B) A provocative re-examination of the conviction of Charles Ingram, 'the coughing Major', for cheating, following his appearance on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? C) A hilarious celebration of the great tradition of the British quiz show? D) A razor-sharp analysis of the 21st century's dangerous new attitude to truth and lies? Answer: You decide. Nominated for two Olivier Awards including Best New Comedy, James Graham’s smash hit play, Quiz, transferred to London’s West End with sensational reviews in 2018, following a sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre. And in 2020, millions tuned in to see the three-part ITV adaptation starring Michael Sheen, Matthew Macfadyen and Sian Clifford. This production is performed by THE GARRICK ENSEMBLE. The Garrick Ensemble is a company of 18 – 30 year old aspiring actors from Greater Manchester and Cheshire who perform one production each year as part of the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Main House Season. The Garrick Ensemble aims to make theatre that is fresh, innovative and exciting. See the very best of local, up and coming talent before they move forward in the next stages of their careers in the Arts. Written by James Graham Directed by Joseph Meighan (Artistic Director) Reviews 5 Stars from North West End U K “Entertaining, inventive and expertly staged, this production is a testament to the talent both on stage and behind the scenes at the Garrick. Verdict: A clever, interactive and utterly gripping night of theatre.” - Max Eden Read the full review HERE Stage Struck "Director Joe Meighan can add Quiz to a long list of theatrical triumphs at the Garrick." Read Rick Bowen's full review HERE Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning 12+ This production contains strong language and adult themes. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

The Altrincham Garrick is a registered charity and your kind donations will support future developments. Support the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. Donating towards our CHILI Fund Please enter your donation amount below and select Add To Basket . If you feel generous enough to donate £150 or more, please use this link. Setting up a Regular Donation The Altrincham Garrick is a registered charity, and we receive no public funding from any other organisation, or from our regional or local council. Our income comes mainly from the tickets that our audience buys, with smaller contributions from elsewhere in the Garrick (for example: from our GAPA education programme, and from daytime rental of the Car Park). The building dates from 1933, with ever-increasing operational and production costs. Our energy bills are high (productions use a lot of electricity; our bills are sometimes over £3,000 per month) and we have a small number of dedicated staff whom we pay. Our programme of building improvements is currently aimed at reducing winter heating bills. However, maintenance and urgent repairs take precedence, and this can often cost 10s of thousands of pounds per year. On top of all this, we have to continue investing in the equipment that a theatre needs, to keep on presenting productions of the high quality that our audiences deserve. Two major infrastructure projects are currently urgently required.Our roof is in very poor condition and needs a major overhaul. We also need to find money to install air-conditioning in the main auditorium. The Garrick aims to do all the above while still maintaining our low ticket prices. Occasional increases are unavoidable, but our goal is to make sure that theatre is available to all in the community, at a price that they can afford. We exist today due to the generosity and support of local people and businesses. We are very grateful to those who not only pay to see a show, but who also buy a drink in the bar, buy a programme, and indulge in sweets or an ice-cream from our kiosk. We need you and the local community to support us, so we can continue doing what we do so well. Business sponsorships are also very welcome, click here for more . Please donate now what you can, and please also add a donation to your ticket purchases. If you would like to set up a regular donation then ask at our Box Office or fill in the form below. Name* Email address Phone How would you like to set up a regular donation ? Submit

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This page allows you to donate towards out CHILI fund-raising campaign Support the Garrick Financially Cool /Heat It. Love It. Contribute towards the major installation of a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning system. Support us to improve conditions for you ! At the Altrincham Garrick, we pride ourselves on offering unforgettable performances in a space where everyone feels comfortable and cared for. To ensure our audiences and casts can enjoy the very best experience all year round, we are thrilled to be planning the installation of a brand-new, energy-efficient Heating, Ventilation and Air Cooling system . This vital upgrade will help us maintain a pleasant temperature in every season and improve overall air quality throughout the theatre. However, as a community-driven charity, we can’t make this exciting improvement a reality without your support. By donating to our CHILI campaign, you’ll be helping us create a healthier and more enjoyable environment for everyone who visits the theatre. We suggest three levels of donation, but welcome any amount you are prepared to give. For donations £150 or over , we will commemorate your donation (if you wish !) by placing a brick-sized plaque inside the theatre, with your choice of wording. Show Your Support by Donating to CHILI Silver Donation Gold Donation Silver Donation £150+ Can be commemorated with a Silver Plaque Gold Donation £300+ Can be commemorated with a Gold Plaque Business Donation Business Donation £1000+ Can be commemorated with a 2x height Gold Plaque Please complete this form. Don't forget to select SUBMIT at the bottom ! First name* Last name* Company name Email* Phone* Level of Donation* SILVER (£150+) GOLD (£300+) BUSINESS (£1000+) Donation Amount* Please enter the amount you would like to donate. Would you like us to display a plaque marking your contribution ?* Yes No Submit Join our mailing list Subscribe

The Altrincham Garrick is a registered charity and your kind donations will support future developments. Support the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. To donate generally towards the Garrick, please enter your donation amount below and select Add To Basket . If you'd like to donate explicitly towards our CHILI campaign for Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning at the Garrick, select this link instead . Setting up a Regular Donation The Altrincham Garrick is a registered charity, and we receive no public funding from any other organisation, or from our regional or local council. Our income comes mainly from the tickets that our audience buys, with smaller contributions from elsewhere in the Garrick (for example: from our GAPA education programme, and from daytime rental of the Car Park). The building dates from 1933, with ever-increasing operational and production costs. Our energy bills are high (productions use a lot of electricity; our bills are sometimes over £3,000 per month) and we have a small number of dedicated staff whom we pay. Our programme of building improvements is currently aimed at reducing winter heating bills. However, maintenance and urgent repairs take precedence, and this can often cost 10s of thousands of pounds per year. On top of all this, we have to continue investing in the equipment that a theatre needs, to keep on presenting productions of the high quality that our audiences deserve. Two major infrastructure projects are currently urgently required.Our roof is in very poor condition and needs a major overhaul. We also need to find money to install air-conditioning in the main auditorium. The Garrick aims to do all the above while still maintaining our low ticket prices. Occasional increases are unavoidable, but our goal is to make sure that theatre is available to all in the community, at a price that they can afford. We exist today due to the generosity and support of local people and businesses. We are very grateful to those who not only pay to see a show, but who also buy a drink in the bar, buy a programme, and indulge in sweets or an ice-cream from our kiosk. We need you and the local community to support us, so we can continue doing what we do so well. Business sponsorships are also very welcome, click here for more . Please donate now what you can, and please also add a donation to your ticket purchases. If you would like to set up a regular donation then ask at our Box Office or fill in the form below. Name* Email address Phone How would you like to set up a regular donation ? Submit

Visiting Production JUDGE JACKIE: Disorder in the Court Date range Tickets £14 - £16 Age guidance 14+ Mild Adult Themes Venue Studio Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Book & Lyrics by Christopher Dimond Music by Michael Kooman Directed by Greg Skipworth Musical comedy justice is about to be served! Judge Jackie rules her courtroom with an iron fist, presiding over a series of chaotic (and downright bizarre) cases on American TV. She’s queen of the screen until her stardom’s threatened by a brash studio executive, who plans to boost her ratings by adding some L-O-V-E to the court. Whilst her loyal and doting bailiff tries to keep their reality show on the road, the fierce judge must learn to juggle the ludicrous laws of love, whilst dealing with hapless members of the public. This outrageous courtroom comedy is crammed with catchy tunes, clever lyrics and a host of larger-than-life characters. The defence rests, it’s a musical must-see! Produced by Side by Side Productions, who return to the Altrincham Garrick following their sell-out run of the high-flying British musical comedy, JET SET GO! in 2025. Visiting Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Previous Next Pat Williamson Pat was a Headmistress at a large infant school in Manchester who joined the Garrick in 1983. Remembered for her warm and friendly personality, she was a hugely talented actress playing a wide variety of roles on the Garrick stage, starting with Miriam in Outside Edge and finishing with Lady Tressilian in Towards Zero in 2019. In comedic roles, which she excelled at, she was often cast as "a batty old lady" (her words) such as Miss Skillen in See How They Run , Miss Whitchurch in The Happiest Days of Your Life , the inebriated Mrs McGee in Corpse , Mrs Verrinder-Gedge in Glorious and, of course, Letticia Cropley in The Vicar of Dibley . She also took on many serious roles, such as Mrs Birling in An Inspector Calls , George in The Killing of Sister George , Hesther Salomon in Equus , Madge in The Dresser , and Marion Bishop in Nightmare (for which she won a NODA Best Actress award). In pantomime, she played the Wicked Witch in Mother Goose and an air-guitar playing Fairy Godmother in Cinderella . Off stage, she freely gave her time volunteering as a Front of House usher and sewing on sequins in wardrobe, and she never missed a social event. She was also involved with Cheadle Players, and the Altrincham Little Theatre for whom she won the GMDF Best Actress award playing in Stevie and she took part in a radio play on Radio Manchester. In short: Pat was a memorable actress on stage and played an integral part in the success of the Garrick for over 40 years. Back to In Memoriam page

We pay tribute and honour our friends at the theatre who are no longer with us. About Us In Memoriam: Past Members of the Garrick This page pays tribute to and honours our friends at the theatre who are no longer with us. About the Theatre History of the Garrick In Memoriam: Past Members of the Garrick Productions Archive Past Members and Remembrance We pay tribute and honour our friends at the theatre who are no longer with us. There are undoubtedly missing names to be added, so if you have memories, photos and updates to this roll call of past members, please contact us and we will be delighted to include them. Please contact webmaster@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk Allan Taylor Anne Chandler Audrey Hughes Audrey Skinner (née Lawson) Barbara Fraser Barry Fletcher Brian Moore Brian Tickle Buff Monck Charles Foster Chris Shepherd Chris Wetherill Christine Sammon (née Adams) David Gonet David Mardon Derek Cleal Derek Killeen Derrick Kay Diana Provan (née Harker) Don Poole Eric Bradshaw Frank Boylan Freda Kilburn Gareth Gwenlan Geoff Bolton George Howard George Kilburn Gerry Turnock Gordon Prentice Greta Donahue Harry Williams Ian Appleyard Ian Crownshaw Izzy (Valerie Isabel) Dempsey Jan Maddox Janet Slade Jeanne Anderson Jennie Holman Jim Luckett Jim O'Gara John Chidgey Ken Curragh Ken Weston Liam Sammon Linda Panton Maggie Foy Marion Eaves Maureen Casket Mike Stocks Nick Johnson Norma Noar Pamela Knox Pat Williamson Paula Hall (née Tilbrook) Peter Coatman Peter Jackson Phil Gleave Phil Lynch Richard Honeyman Rita Howard Roger Metcalfe Ron Harvi Sheila Hine Sid Horton Sir Fergus Montgomery Stella Fogg Stella Sails (née Doyle) Stephen Wardale Stevie Salem (née Holt) Sybil Dodds Sylvia Hay Terry Chandler Terry Panton Tony Mathews Val Bacon Val Lynch Val Watkinson Verity Fairclough Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Cinema NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: All My Sons Date range Tickets £18 - £21 Age guidance Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more All My Sons by Arthur Miller, directed by Ivo Van Hove and design by Jan Versweyveld. Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge). One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action. Will peacetime bring peace of mind, or will he be confronted by the consequence of his actions? Filmed live from the West End, Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You), Tom Glynn-Carney (House of the Dragon), and Hayley Squires (I, Daniel Blake) also feature in this disturbingly prescient play. Garrick Cinema Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Cinema The Audience Date range Tickets £18 - £21 Age guidance Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more The Audience by Peter Morgan directed by Stephen Daldry. Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry. For 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II met with each of her 12 prime ministers in a private weekly meeting. This meeting is known as The Audience. From Winston Churchill to Margaret Thatcher and David Cameron, the Queen advised her prime ministers on matters both public and personal. Through these private audiences, we see glimpses of the woman behind the crown and witness the moments that shaped a monarch. Peter Morgan’s Netflix phenomenon The Crown was based on this hit play that was captured live from London’s West End in 2013 and went on to become one of the most-watched NT Live productions. Garrick Cinema Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Cinderella - A GAPA Spring Pantomime A classic Fairytale Panto style, performed by our Youth Academy Ran Mar 11, 2024 - Mar 17, 2024 Age guidance 3+ Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £2 - £8 Description Performed by the Garrick Academy of Performing Arts (GAPA) Join all your favourite Pantomime characters and be amazed as our fantastic GAPA students bring the magic of Panto to Altrincham ! Filled with songs, comedy, dance and much more, this will be a hugely entertaining production of the classic fairytale! Monday 11th March 2024 - 7:30pm - Groups 3 & 6 (ages 14-18 years) Tuesday 12th March 2024 - 7:30pm - Groups 2 & 5 (ages 11-14 years) Wednesday 13th March 2024 - 7:30pm - Groups 3 & 6 ( ages 14-18 years) Thursday 14th March 2024 - 7:30pm - Groups 2 & 5 (ages 11-14 years) Friday 15th March 2024 - 7.30pm - Groups 3 & 6 (ages 14-18 years) Saturday 16th March 2024 - 2.30pm (Matinee) - Groups 1, 4 & 7 (ages 5-11 years) Saturday 16th March 2024 - 7:30pm - Groups 2 & 5 (ages 11-14 years) Sunday 17th March 2024 - 2:30pm (Matinee) - Groups 1, 4 & 7 (ages 5-11 years) Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Jim Luckett Jim was a member of the Garrick for over 35 years, starting in the 1950s. He was an Honorary Life Member and a very hard-working volunteer, having served on most committees both Front of House and Backstage, as well as appearing in many plays. He won a Manchester Evening News Oscar in 1960 for his performance in Hot Summer Night and also appeared in The Rainmaker, which was the first Garrick play to win MEN's "Best Play" Oscar in 1958. This was a time when the MEN took a keen interest in amateur theatre ... sadly no longer the case. Back to In Memoriam page

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions The Office Party Ran Nov 29, 1999 - Dec 4, 1999 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description The office can be a minefield of social and sexual politics and the advertising group of Chapman and Howard is no exception. This hilarious look at the office Christmas party is innocent enough to begin with, but when the drinks flow and the good times roll the party soon threatens to get out of hand. As the evening reaches its climax, the party lurches from one disaster to another and the facade of the advertising business and the staff's private lives is stripped away. Another brilliant piece by John Godber. Directed by Richard Sails. CAST Steve Williamson as Gavin Hugh Everett as Andy Barry Spencer as Bob Stephanie Hawthorn as Pippa Laura Mottram as Patty Carl Walker as Lee Helen Busby as Jo Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Dick Whittington - The Garrick Pantomime The purrrfect Christmas treat! Ran Dec 9, 2022 - Jan 2, 2023 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description OUR FESTIVE SHOW FOR 2022/23 IS OUR PANTOMIME VERSION OF ‘DICK WHITTINGTON’ The Garrick Pantomime Paved With Gold! BOOKING NOW! Dick Whittington’s heading to that there London to seek his fame and fortune – he’s heard the streets are paved with gold! With his trusty cat by his side, he gets a job at Alderman Fitzwarren’s Store but the city is under attack from the most villainous vermin of them all; King Rat! With the help of his new love Alice, Fairy Bow Bells, Sarah the Cook and her silly son Idle Jack, will Dick be able to vanquish the vermin? Oh Yes he will! For this is a Garrick Pantomime after all! Book now for this purrfect Christmas treat – it’ll be a Whitting-tonne of fun! Reviews Rick Bowen at Stagestruck ALL good pantos live or die by their leads and in Conor Collins, who plays King Rat, the Garrick has an actor born to be a baddie. When I saw this. on its freezing cold opening night, Collins managed to provoke the audience into booing and hissing him with little effort on his part every time he walked onstage. Even big kids like me couldn’t resist the temptation to join in, even though us critics are meant to be a snooty, buttoned up bunch. At the other end of the spectrum there are the goodies. Ethan Beer as Dick and Hannah Dorothy as the evening’s love interest, Alice Fitzwarren. Unless you’ve had a sense of humour bypass you’ll find it impossible not to warm to Phil Edwards as Sarah the Cook and there’s a kooky bond between this panto natural and Daniel Ellis who plays his son, Idle Jack. I also really also enjoyed Bev Stuart Cole’s Fairy Bow Bells as the action careers towards it climax. It’s hard to believe Cole has been member at this theatre for more than 30 years, so fresh and invigorating is her performance. Tom Whalley’s script is a mixture of daft dad jokes and a healthy smattering of saucier lines which are aimed obviously at the adults and are sure to go over the heads of the kids. Pantos are a great way to introduce children to the theatre and there was dancing in the aisle during the musical numbers in the second half, courtesy of a group of tots who’d made it their mission to have a good time. Also, how good it was to escape from the pressures of modern life and enjoy an evening of unbridled fun. Until January 2. Tickets are available from 0161 928 1677 or www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Geoff Bolton Geoff was a long-standing serving member of the Front of House team, He held the role of Front of House Manager in the 1980s, when it was customary to wear a DJ and black bow tie. Back to In Memoriam page

Return to Productions Archive Visiting Production Jet Set Go! A high-flying British Musical Comedy Ran Jul 15, 2025 - Jul 19, 2025 Age guidance Venue Studio Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £14 - £16 Description Book and Lyrics by Jake Brunger Music and Lyrics by Pippa Cleary Directed by Richard Ross JET SET GO! Is a high-flying British musical comedy from the writers of ‘The Great British Bake Off Musical’ and ‘The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾ The Musical’. Join Nicola and her fun-loving transatlantic cabin crew, as they sing up the aisles on a flight to New York you’ll never forget! Ready for take-off is new girl Melanie, who has trouble finding her feet in the air but catches the attention of lovable First Officer Paul. Fiery Puerto-Rican stewardess Julia continues her spicy love affair with arrogant pilot Jim, meanwhile Welsh Valley girl, Hayley is desperate not to be left on the shelf. Also onboard is outrageously camp Ryan who has the hots for fellow flight attendant, Richard. Unfortunately, he is more interested in the Italian sitting in 26C. Head flight attendant, Nicola is tasked to keep control of this larger than life crew – but is she getting too old for the drama? JET SET GO! is witty, tongue-in-cheek and full of catchy tunes. It ran at Edinburgh Fringe before transferring for two sell-out seasons in London. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Eric Bradshaw Eric had an association with the Garrick for over 60 years. He, his wife Dallas and their son Stephen contributed huge amounts of time and effort to the success of the theatre. Eric's chief role was working on hundreds of productions as a member of the Front of House team ... we have no evidence that he ever appeared on stage. Back to In Memoriam page

Previous Next Richard Honeyman Richard acted in plays and also directed several, between the 1970s and his death in the 1990s. Back to In Memoriam page

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Quest Ran Jan 4, 1915 - Jan 4, 1915 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By Matthew Boulton CAST Nixon, Walter S Noble, Miss May Slinn, Ella Wilkinson, John Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions The New Gossoon Ran Jan 1, 1939 - Jan 1, 1939 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Hall, Irene Howat, Robert (Bob) A Lucius, Olive Roberts, Eunice Robinson, Dorothy A Worthington, J D Note: although we can't confirm when this play was produced, it is believed to have the last one staged by the Garrick before the theatre closed due to World War II. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Anne Chandler Anne was part of a hugely talented family who contributed much to the Garrick, including husband, Terry, and daughter, Laura. She had a wonderful singing voice and, apart from appearing regularly in Garrick musicals, she was also a member of several local choirs and musical societies. Her credits included appearing in Mame , Cabaret , A Little Night Music , La Cage Aux Folles , and Acorn Antiques, the Musical . She also took a full part in the social life of the Garrick, performing in several fund-raising cabarets - and she became a regular behind the bar pulling pints along with Janet Slade and Elaine Saville - a formidable, yet fun, trio. Back to In Memoriam page

Previous Next Derrick Kay Derrick joined the theatre in the 1960's. He acted in, and especially directed, many productions, and played an important role in the development of the theatre. He was best known as the Chairman of the Play Selection and Casting Committee for many years, setting a style that was very similar to that used later by Alan Sugar. Garrick auditions could be nerve-wracking experiences for anyone attempting to get onto the acting list, and Derrick retained the final say as to who would be accepted. He would write personal letters to each person who had auditioned, using either "congratulations" or "regrets". It was considered a great honour among the local amateur acting fraternity to receive one of his congratulatory letters. Derrick was determined to maintain the highest acting abilities at the Garrick, an ambition which, to his credit, he achieved. Back to In Memoriam page

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell Ran Nov 6, 2000 - Nov 11, 2000 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Gambler, journalist, fervent alcoholic and four-times married Jeffrey Bernard wrote the "Low Life" column for the Spectator magazine chronicling Soho life as well as offering a very personal philosophy on vodka, women and race-courses. From this, Keith Waterhouse has brilliantly constructed a play (the title being the euphemism used by the Spectator when Bernard was incapable of writing his column) which is set in the saloon bar of Bernard's favourite Soho pub, the Coach and Horses . Having passed out in the lavatory, Bernard awakes in the early hours of the morning to find himself alone and in the dark. Unable to contact the landlord he is resigned to spending the rest of the night with a bottle of vodka and an endless chain of cigarettes narrating a story of hilarious anecdotes and witty reminiscences which are enacted by two actors and two actresses who bring to life the various characters who populate Jeff's world. The play enjoyed a hugely successful run at the Apollo Theatre, London and had a similarly successful revival with the original Jeffrey, Peter O'Toole, at the Old Vic for a strictly limited run in 1999 Winner of the 1990 Evening Standard Theatre Award for 'Best Comedy'. CAST Jeffrey Bernard played by Dick Sails Poets, Hacks, Wives, Girlfriends, Thespians, Publicans, Sinners, Policemen, Waiters, Friends, Neighbours, Jockeys, Trainers, Bores, Artists, Doctors, Nurses, Customs & Excise Officials, Magistrate, Drunks, Tarts played by Hugh Everett, Lesley Hornsby, Mike Shaw and Val Watkinson Directed by Andrew Close Designer: Victoria Jolley Sound Design: Dave Healey Sound Operation:Juliette Wilson Lighting Design: Robin Watkinson Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Tragedy of Nan Ran Jan 1, 1915 - Jan 1, 1915 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By John Masefield CAST Blackburn, Lydia Bonson, John P Byrom, Mrs Jack Hall, S Lyndon Higgs, Elsie Hill, Arthur P Jones, Lily Nixon, Walter S Noble, Miss May Warburton, George A Wilson, Tom Wilkinson, John Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

The Altrincham Garrick is delighted to make our mainstage auditorium, our studio theatre and other rooms available for hire. Garrick Hire Venue Hire The Garrick has many spaces available for hire The Main Theatre Auditorium, the Studio Theatre, the Rehearsal Rooms and Bar are available for hire, for a wide range of uses. For details of how we can support you with your Conference, Exhibition, Meeting, Presentation or Lecture – all with full catering facilities – please fill in our online form , ring us on 0161 928 1677 or send us an e-mail, to hire@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Hire Form Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Sleeping Beauty - The Garrick Pantomime The Dreamiest Garrick Panto of them all! Ran Dec 8, 2023 - Jan 2, 2024 Age guidance 3+ Venue Main House Running time 2.5 hours (inc. 20 mins interval) Tickets Price Range £13 - £18 Description Our Festive show for 2023/24 is our Pantomime version of 'Sleeping Beauty ' Step into a fairy-tale world of magical castles, bewitched spinning wheels and an enchanted sleep that only true love’s kiss can break… Once upon a time in a land far away, a beautiful Princess is given a twenty-first birthday present by her evil aunt; the wicked Enchantress - Carabosse! By pricking her finger on an enchanted spinning wheel, she is placed under a cruel curse and forced to sleep for 100 years. Can a handsome Prince break the spell? Who will outwit the evil Enchantress and foil her wicked plans? Well... there's only one way to find out! Join us at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse for another Pantomime adventure! Packed with magic, songs, comedy, dance, special effects and more… This is the dreamiest Garrick Panto of them all! Don’t get caught snoozing, book your tickets now for THE PANTOMIME OF YOUR DREAMS!! Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Flashing lights and special effects, loud noises and pyrotechnics Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Phil Lynch Phil Lynch was a past Chairman of the Society. He and his wife Val joined the Garrick in the early 1980s and Phil took part in a number of plays, as well as helping to run the theatre, until they left to move back to the South of England. Back to In Memoriam page

Garrick Production Hobson's Choice Date range Tickets £13 - £15 Age guidance Venue STUDIO Theatre Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Written by Harold Brighouse Directed by Ros Greenwood Salford. 1880. A father and daughter go head to head in this classic comedy. Widower Henry Hobson is struggling to handle his three grown-up daughters, each seeking a husband and an escape from the family boot-makers’ shop. But with the domineering Hobson spending more time boozing in the Moonraker’s Arms than on the business, the future of the firm and the family is in the hands of eldest daughter, the no-nonsense Maggie. When she sets her sights on the talented boot-maker Willie Mossop, it’s the start of an unlikely partnership that threatens to ruin Hobson’s trade. Reluctantly, he’s forced to make a choice… Garrick Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest Performed by The Garrick Ensemble / PLEASE NOTE: 50% reduced capacity and socially distanced seating on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings Ran Feb 7, 2022 - Feb 12, 2022 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By Dale Wasserman From the Novel by Ken Kesey Directed by Joseph Meighan Please Note – Reduced capacity and socially distanced seating for our Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening performances of this production. Boisterous, ribald and ultimately shattering, One Flew Over the Cuckoo‘s Nest is the unforgettable story of a mental hospital and its inhabitants. When a brash new inmate arrives, the rigid program of the ward, headed by the tyrannical Nurse Ratched, is thrown up for grabs. In a world where sanity means conformity and following the rules is the only way to survive, One Flew Over the Cuckoo‘s Nest is a powerful exploration of both the beauty and the danger of being an original. Volatile and dark, humorous, thought-provoking and with strong language, this play (based on the classic 1962 novel by Ken Kesey and the 1972 film starring Jack Nicholson, which won five major Academy awards) is a true cult classic and will be an unforgettable evening at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, performed by The Garrick Ensemble. WARNING – this production contains strong language and adult themes. The Garrick Ensemble is a company of 18 – 30 year old aspiring actors from Greater Manchester and Cheshire who perform one production each year as part of the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Main House Season. The production will be directed by Artistic Director Joseph Meighan. The Garrick Ensemble aims to make theatre that is fresh, innovative and exciting. See the very best of local, up and coming talent before they move forward in the next stages of their careers in the Arts. Reviews Rick Bowen - Stagestruck WHEN the criminal Randle Patrick McMurphy is admitted to a cheerless psychiatric hospital, he doesn’t simply rock the boat. He capsizes it. This American classic, from the pen of Ken Kesey, has lost none of its power to shock, move or captivate in a stage adaptation that certainly succeeds in capturing the spirit of the original, rather wonderful novel. McMurphy, in a bid to avoid a jail sentence, pleads insanity and ends up in a grim institution presided over by one of contemporary literature’s most horrendous baddies, the notorious Nurse Ratched. She hides behind a veneer of care and compassion. In reality of course, she has no concept of either is particularly cruel to the stammering Billy, knowing exactly which buttons to press when it comes to making him feel guilty when this sad and sympathetic character has a glimpse of normality courtesy of the rebellious new arrival McMurphy. In him she finds a formidable adversary, as he reminds his fellow patients what it feels like to live again, organising a number of events that fly in the face of the hospital’s draconian rules. For those of you who are new to this tale I won’t be a party pooper. Let me just say Mc Murphy’s antics lead to a number of unforgettable scenes on the Garrick stage. Director Joe Meighan must have thought all his birthdays had come at once when Joseph Morgan auditioned for the role of Randle P McMurphy. Morgan brings a freshness and an individuality to the part immortalised on the big screen by the legendary Jack Nicholson. Matthew Spilsbury is simply outstanding as the towering Chief Bromden, offering us a heart breaking reminder of the appalling treatment meted out to the native Americans in ‘the land of the free.’ Returning to Ratched, I really admire Madeleine Healey for the way she resisted the temptation to take the pantomime villainess route when playing the role and I challenge anyone not to be moved by the scene with Billy – an excellent Charlie Gallagher – in which she crushes him by re-visiting the character’s innate sense of guilt. One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest is yet another triumph for this theatre’s dynamic and exciting young actors group, the Garrick Ensemble. This a production not to be missed. Boy, how I wish I could write like Ken Kesey. Flawless – in every respect. Star rating ***** Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Gordon Prentice Gordon was a wonderful comedy performer who excelled in the Old Time Music Halls that, for 15 years, were an institution at the Garrick. He took part in almost all of them annually from the early 1970s, until the last one in 1990, and is pictured here as a Pearly King in 1978. He also appeared in several pantomimes such as Dick Whittington, Aladdin , and as an Ugly Sister in Cinderella . His first performances on the Garrick stage were in serious dramas such as Luther in 1972 and Macbeth in 1973, but it wasn't long before he was cast in comedy roles such as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz , There Goes the Bride ', and See How They Run. Gordon also took part in most social events and cabarets in the bar, and worked in the Front of House team. Back to In Memoriam page

The Altrincham Garrick is delighted to make our mainstage auditorium, our studio theatre and other rooms available for hire. We al;so hire out props, costume and theatrical weaponry. Garrick Hire Hire the theatre, hire from the theatre The Garrick offers a comprehensive hire service. The Altrincham Garrick is delighted to make our main stage auditorium, our studio theatre and other rooms available for hire to local organisations and to professional companies. In addition, we have a huge range of theatrical props, costumes, weaponry and theatrical equipment available for hire . We welcome enquiries of all sorts. Please fill in our online form , ring us on 0161 928 1677 or send us an e-mail, to hire@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Hire Form Join our mailing list Subscribe

Visiting Production MANIA: The Abba Tribute Date range Tickets £27 Age guidance Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Direct from London’s West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute show. A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. It is more than 40 years since ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest and they have filled our lives with music ever since. Now it’s your chance to thank them for the music! MANIA brings fans old and new, a memorable night not to be missed. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained, then MANIA: the ABBA tribute is the show for you! Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, and join in with such classics as ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Voulez Vous’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Winner Takes It All’, ‘Super Trouper’ and many, many more. Visiting Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Visiting Production Oh What A Night! Date range Tickets £27 Age guidance Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more OH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. Selling over 100 million records worldwide, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons secured their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. OH WHAT A NIGHT! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which always leaves audiences wanting more. Don’t miss the ultimate celebration of one of the world’s greatest Rock & Roll bands! Visiting Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Devil's Disciple Ran Jan 5, 1921 - Jan 5, 1921 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By George Bernard Shaw CAST Blackburn, Lydia Briggs, Harry Crabb, Florence Creaton V Dykes, Tom Gorman, Philip?Norris Landon, W Eric Lowe, Edgar M Mason, Edward Matthews, Marion Thwaite Owen, Tom Stickland, Lil Stone, Suzanne Warburton, George A Wilkinson, John Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions Jupiter Laughs Ran Jan 1, 1946 - Jan 1, 1946 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Chapman, Laurie Hobbs, Olive Nellie Lockett, Jack Lucius, Olive Matthias, Mary Morison, Diana Pearce, Rosemary Simpson, Frank Hill Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Previous Next Nick Johnson Nick was one of the real characters at the Garrick, who joined in the early 1960's. His forte was comedy, and he was outstanding in numerous plays such as Hay Fever , How the Other Half Loves , Having a Ball , Hobson's Choice , Lettice and Lovage , and An Ideal Husband . He was also a talented writer, writing and performing in many shows and cabarets, some of which he produced in the Garrick bar to raise funds for the STAGE Appeal. These were often zany events, but always highly entertaining. Even after he had his leg amputated, he still performed and was able to access the stage via the lift from the dressing room installed after the 1999 renovation. Nick was a great patron of the bar, where his conversations were always highly amusing. He is fondly remembered for his sense of humour and his indomitable spirit despite his handicap. Back to In Memoriam page

Activities & Events Febtastic - GAPA Half Term Drama Workshop (FRIDAY) Date range Tickets £35 per day or £30 if book all 5 days Age guidance 6 - 18 years Venue Annex Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time 6 hours Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Exciting drama workshops for students aged 6-18. Join us during the February half term to enjoy theatrical fun: combining music, movement, monologues and much more! Sign up to half-term holidays for a day or for the full week. GAPA’s half-term workshops encourage the participants to explore their creative side and promote teamwork, in a safe and friendly environment. Classes run 10am - 4pm and cost £35 per day, or book the full 5 days and receive a £25 discount. Workshops start each day at 10.00am and finish at 4.00pm. Attendees are required to bring their own refreshments to see them through the day. Attendees are also requested to wear clothes suitable for movement and appropriate footwear, which will enable them to engage in all of the daily activities. Students will be required to read text unaided. Activities & Events Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production A Chorus Line A musical masterpiece that revolutionised Broadway Ran Sep 8, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025 Age guidance 12 + Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £19 - £24 Description Seventeen Stories. Eight Chances. One Singular Sensation. New York City. 1975. On an empty Broadway stage, seventeen performers are put through their paces in the final, gruelling audition for a new Broadway musical. For everyone present, it’s the chance of a lifetime. It’s the one opportunity to do what they’ve always dreamed of – to have the chance to dance… but only eight will make the cut. Told through captivating song, riveting drama and stunning choreography, the auditionees describe the events that have shaped their lives and their decisions to become dancers. Based on real-life testimonies from late-night recording sessions with dancers, these are the lives of theatre’s unsung heroes, as they tell searing stories of ambition, shattered hopes, and what it really costs to follow your dreams. A Chorus Line is a musical masterpiece that revolutionised Broadway, winning nine Tony Awards, seven Drama Desk Awards, the New York Critics’ Circle Award and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Now celebrating 50 years since A CHORUS LINE first graced the Broadway stage, it is time experience a stunning new production full of heart, music and dance at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. - Directed by Joseph Meighan - Musical Direction by Mark Goggins - Choreographed by Louise Pettitt Reviews Described as "polished, passionate, and unforgettable"; the opening production of our 2025/26 Season 'A Chorus Line' has been awarded 5 STARS from NORTH WEST END UK . "The creative team deserve immense credit. The lighting and sound were flawless, enhancing the minimalist staging with atmosphere and precision. Glittering costumes in the finale brought that Broadway dazzle, and the audience responded with thunderous applause and cheers. Louise Pettitt’s choreography deserves high praise. Every number was tight, synchronised, and visually stunning". "The musical backbone of the show came from Mark Goggins and his 14-piece live band, who played with energy, precision, and flair." "A thoroughly enjoyable evening, delivered by a sensational cast and creative team. Quite simply, this ‘A Chorus Line’ was theatre at its very best – uplifting, heartfelt, and unforgettable." Katie Leicester at NORTH WEST END UK - Read the full review HERE "IT’S hard to believe this show is 50 years old. Despite its age, its power to move, amuse, entertain and exhilarate remains as strong as ever thanks to a sumptuous score and a very stirring dance finale that raised the roof at the Garrick on opening night." "Unmissable, high quality entertainment." Rick Bowen at STAGESTRUCK - Read the full review HERE Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Warning: This performance contains haze, loud music, discussion of bereavement, mention of physical violence and abuse, discussion of homophobia, discussion of discrimination, strong language, and discussion of sexual abuse. This production contains some references and language that may be unsuitable for younger children. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Magic Circle Ran Jan 3, 1915 - Jan 3, 1915 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By Walter R Matthews CAST Blackburn, Lydia Broadsmith, Miss E Hutchinson, T D B Noble, Jack Noble, Miss May Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Treasure Island Robert Louis Stevenson's swashbuckling, action packed story is the perfect treat this Easter! Ran Apr 3, 2024 - Apr 14, 2024 Age guidance 8+ Venue Main House Running time 2.5 hours (inc. 20 mins interval) Tickets Price Range £12 - £17 Description Avast there, me hearties! It’s time to set sail with the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse this Easter Holiday for an action-packed, swashbuckling adventure on the high seas to TREASURE ISLAND! It's a dark and stormy night. Jim, the inn-keeper's granddaughter, opens the door to a terrifying stranger. At the old sailor's feet sits a huge sea-chest, full of secrets. Jim invites him in - and her dangerous voyage begins… Gathering a motley crew of sailors and pirates, Jim sets sail on the mighty Hispaniola bound for a lost island and untold fortunes. The ship’s charming cook, Long John Silver, quickly befriends Jim but as the island draws near, danger lurks beneath the surface. Will Jim and her friends find the buried gold, or will the one-legged pirate be the death of them all? This thrilling new adaptation by Bryony Lavery of Treasure Island premiered at the National Theatre, London, in December 2014. Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story of murder, money and mutiny is the perfect treat for all the Family! Oh… and feel free to bring your parrot along too! Performance Schedule: Wednesday 3rd April - 7.30pm Thursday 4th April - 7.30pm Friday 5th April - 7.30pm Saturday 6th April - 1.30pm Saturday 6th April - 5.30pm Sunday 7th April - 1.30pm Sunday 7th April - 5.30pm Wednesday 10th April - 7.30pm Thursday 11th April - 7.30pm Friday 12th April - 7.30pm Saturday 13th April - 1.30pm Saturday 13th April - 5.30pm Sunday 14th April - 1.30pm Reviews Review by Rick Bowen at https://www.stagestruck.info/blog ANYONE who knows me will tell you my sea legs are terrible. But this nautical adventure is a trip well worth making as it takes place on dry land, perfect for a land lubber like me. Also it was really pleasing to see so many children in the audience as I imagine far too many kids think live theatre begins and ends with pantomime. I know I did. This rollicking good adventure sees Jim Hawkins -Lauren Brown - and the legendary baddie Long John Silver Michael Gallagher - -on the hunt for buried treasure in a far flung destination that can destroy the sanity of those brave enough to set foot there. Brown and Gallagher are a terrifically engaging double act even if there are occasions when Gallagher is at serious risk of being upstaged by a parrot. There are also some great sword fights to enjoy and all the action takes place against a very believable backdrop designed by James Merrington. I particularly enjoyed the inn at the start of the evening, complete with flickering fire effect in the grate. Set designers haven’t received the recognition they often deserve in my previous reviews. Hopefully this will serve to redress the balance somewhat. Helen Horridge is extremely watchable and likeable as Squire and the appreciative applause Euan Tanna-Fenton received during the performance was richly deserved as he was so convincing as a sailor who’d lost his mind, having lived alone on the island for three long and lonely years. Joe Meighan’s appointment as the Garrick’s artistic director has proved to be a real masterstroke and he proves yet again that the words ‘family show’ don’t have to be shorthand for stupidity. To enter into the spirit of the evening the theatre’s front of house staff dressed in sailor garb. Well done, me hearties. Until April 14. Tickets are available from 0161 928 1677 or www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Star rating - 3.5 out of 5. Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Loud noises, special effects, mild violence and threats. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

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Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Jack & The Beanstalk - The Garrick Pantomime This GIANT adventure is the pantomime you've BEAN waiting for! Ran Dec 6, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025 Age guidance 3+ Venue Main House Running time 2.5 hours (inc. 20 mins interval) Tickets Price Range £14 - £18 Description Our festive show for 2024/25 is our pantomime Jack & The Beanstalk ! The Garrick Panto is back and full of FEE, FIE, FOE, FUN !! Young Jack, his daft-as-a-brush brother, Silly Simon, and his long-suffering mother, Dame Trott, live in a tiny cottage in the shadow of the terrible giant, Blunderbore. With the rent overdue they have no choice but to sell their beloved cow, Daisy. After tricking the Trotts into selling her for a bag of worthless beans, the villainous giant's henchman – Fleshcreep - kidnaps the Princess for his master's supper. Will Jack be able to rescue Daisy and Princess Jill in time? Perhaps those beans aren't as worthless as they seemed ... Expect laughs, music, dance, special effects, dazzling costumes, stunning sets, magic beans and bundles of audience participation at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse! This GIANT adventure is the pantomime you've BEAN waiting for! Reviews Peter Ruddick - North West End UK "Professional, gorgeous and delightful" Read the full review HERE Rick Bowen - StageStruck Read the full review HERE Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Flashing lights and special effects, loud noises and pyrotechnics Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The East Window Ran Jan 2, 1915 - Jan 2, 1915 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By Walter R Matthews CAST Bonson, John P Hough, B G Megson, Miss Margaret Slinn, Ella Warburton, George A Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive