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< Back ODYSSEY & JUNIOR GISCOMBE ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 17 May 2021 ODYSSEY & JUNIOR GISCOMBE Join us at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse on Friday 3rd September, when Disco Legends; ODYSSEY will be performing all their hits live, including – ‘Use it Up, Wear it Out’ , ‘Native New Yorker’ , ‘Inside Out’ & ‘Going Back to My Roots’. Odyssey will be joined by UK R&B Star; JUNIOR GISCOMBE who was one of the first British R&B artists to be successful in America with his incredible hit’ Mama Used to Say’ and his hit ; Another Step (Closer to You) recorded with Kim Wilde. Please note that this production has a full capacity seating plan, with a percentage of tickets being sold by the producers of this show. Our reasonably priced bar will be open before, during the interval and after the show. Free car park for customers and in easy walking distance of Altrincham and local tram and train stations. So what are you waiting for? BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

< Back Puss in Boots ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 9 January 2014 We all remember the Three Musketeers, Athos, Porthos & Aramis (always reminds me of an aftershave that one) and of course everyone?s hero D?Artagnan; well here they are again in this fabulous pantomime. Full of sword fights, wonderful songs and gags this show just races on to its happy conclusion. The Musketeers get up to all sorts of tricks in their quest to see right triumph over wrong ably assisted by the amazing Puss in Boots. Expect wonderful costumes, great dance routines and of course loads of audience participation in this truly traditional pantomime. Every year our panto is a sell out so don?t wait to book your tickets and possibly miss out, book now as soon as the Box Office opens; you won?t be disappointed. ?

< Back Private Lives ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 7 February 2014 Private Lives is a sparkling, stylish and sophisticated comedy by Noel Coward. An overwhelming success when it was first produced in 1930, Private Lives remains hugely popular today, consistently entertaining audiences as its themes of love and jealousy never date. The destructive actions of Elyot, Amanda, Sybil and Victor continue to resonate with audiences today [gallery columns="5" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatea.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privateb.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatec.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privated.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatee.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatef.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privateg.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privateh.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatei.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatej.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatek.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatel.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privatem.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privaten.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/privateo.jpg|"] CAST Amanda Prynne Stephanie Niland Victor Prynne David Leathlean Elyot Chase John Keen Sibyl Chase Paula Keen Louise (the maid) Victoria Johnson

< Back Abandonment ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 14 August 2013 Set in a Victorian mansion, alive with history, character and dry rot, this play is about love, death and identity. A mixture of social comedy and family drama, reminding us that the past is not as far away as we sometimes think. New beginnings can stir long-forgotten memories. [gallery ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10e.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10f.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10g.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10i.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10l.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10k.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10h.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10m.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/play10d.jpg|"] CAST Agnes April Couronne Elizabeth Bev Stuart-Cole Suzy/ Gertie Ros Greenwood Kitty/ Laetitia Sarat Broughton Callum /Rev Scobie Mark Butt Ina /Lavender Carol Carr Alec/ Merric Mike Shaw Sale & Altrincham Messenger's review by Rick Bowen Refreshingly grown up - Abandonment at the Garrick Ever since I was a child, old houses have always held a certain mystique. Which partly explains why I was so engrossed in?Abandonment, Altrincham Garrick's latest production. The writing is pretty special too, with Kate Atkinson treating us to some memorable lines. She's equally adept at conveying both frivolity and far darker emotions in a piece that is refreshingly grown up.'Abandonment' has a feel of Stoppard's 'Arcadia' and while some of the characters spend time pondering life's great questions, it is easier to understand, thank goodness, than the aforementioned play. Elizabeth (Beverley Stuart-Cole) sets up home in a rambling Victorian house and the lives of her and her dysfunctional family become intertwined with the lives of the previous, Victorian occupants. The house has a guilty secret and all is eventually revealed in a patient, compassionate play. Pieces as meaty as this need a strong cast and director Alan Rothwell has just that. April Couronne ensures you care deeply about the tragic Agnes, even though you don't see that much of her on stage and Mike Shaw makes certain you hate every bone in the philandering Merric's body. Similarly, Sarat Broughton is a study in nastiness as Laetitia. A haunting and affecting play, this is not to be missed. Nice set, too. Star Rating ★★★★

< Back The Altrincham Garrick Show Choir ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 6 September 2022 The Altrincham Garrick Show Choir returns after our Summer break. Could this be for you? Altrincham Garrick Show Choir is all about the joy of singing together and creating music in a relaxed, fun and social environment. This is a non-stress and non audition community Show Choir at your local theatre! As well as joy, laughs, music and harmony, Altrincham Garrick Show Choir will build and encourage a healthier and safer way of singing and improve musicality by working on vocal technique, rhythm, pitch and harmony part singing in every rehearsal, and boost your confidence! You'll soon find that singing together is a hugely wonderful and exciting experience and it is a great social activity, with our Garrick Theatre Bar open after each rehearsal! -------------------- Open to all ages (over 18) and all abilities! Conducted by Dan McDwyer Every Thursday with 2 class times (subject to availability) 7pm until 8pm or 8.15pm until 9.15pm Term 1 of our 2022/23 season of the Altrincham Garrick Show Choir is NOW on sale so please be sure to secure your place. Please note that there are limited places remaining as existing members take priority and have already rejoined. TERM 1 : 13 weeks with a one week break for the October half term Thursday 8th September - 20th October (7 weeks) Thursday 27th October - No Class Thursday 3rd November - 8th December (6 weeks) Cost of term 1: £65 Payment to be made upfront. -------------------- Dan is an RNCM graduate and established Musical Director, arranger and vocal coach working across the UK. He currently holds the position of Musical Director for Manchester Lesbian and Gay Chorus, The RNCM Northern Session Choir, Deloitte Staff Choir, and is the founder of The Choir Project and Manchester Mental Health Choir (Bee Vocal). He has worked as Musical Director for shows in both London and Manchester as well as several shows at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse including "The Phantom of the Opera", "Hairspray" and "Romeo & Juliet". Dan has appeared on several TV shows across BBC, ITV and Channel 5 including Children in Need, One Love Manchester, Songs of Praise and the prestigious Royal Variety Performance as well as working with and arranging for artists including Ariana Grande, Emeli Sandè, The Script, Katherine Jenkins, LuLu, Jane McDonald, Kerry Ellis and many more. Dan is passionate about singing for well-being and a strong believer that everyone can sing and should be given the opportunity to use their voice.

< Back Home Alone (Film Screening) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 19 July 2022 One of the all time favourites for all the Family at Christmas. Simply unmissable. Experience it on the big screen once more at Altrincham Garrick PictureHouse. When Kevin learns that two burglars with a Christmas list of their own are working their way up the block, he is forced to defend the family home and sets about decking the halls with traps to hold the thieves at bay until his relatives come home... Rating PG

< Back The Glee Club ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2013 A feel-good comedy with songs by Richard Cameron. Meet the Glee Club, the a capella group who just happen to be Yorkshire miners! 'Brassed Off' meets 'The Full Monty' in this heart-warming comedy of close harmony. It's the summer of 1962 and five hard-working, hard-drinking miners are collaborating with the church organist to cause a musical sensation at the local gala. One of them, however, has a secret. The result is a series of events which change the miners' lives forever. Combining raucous humour and superb close-harmony song renditions, The Glee Club is a critically acclaimed comedy, originally produced at the Bush Theatre in 2002. Heartbreaking and heart-warming, with vivid characters and gorgeous music, it is the perfect play to cheer any audience. Contains male nudity and strong language. CAST Phil Peter England Scobie Dave Jones Bant Barry Spencer Colin Adam Gonet Jack David Midgley Walt Robert Watson

< Back Matilda Jr. - A Garrick Academy Production ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 November 2022 ALTRINCHAM GARRICK PLAYHOUSE & THE GARRICK ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS PRESENT ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA JR . (Child performers aged 8 - 18years old) Sometimes You Have to Be a Little Bit Naughty if You Want to Change Your Story SHOW DATES: 13th – 18th March 2023 Monday 13th March 2023 7:30 TEAM ROALD Classes 1, 2 & 3 Tuesday 14th March 2023 7:30 TEAM DAHL Classes 4, 5 & 6 Wednesday 15th March 2023 7:30 TEAM ROALD Classes 1, 2 & 3 Thursday 16th March 2023 7:30 TEAM DAHL Classes 4, 5 & 6 Friday 17th March 2023 7:30 TEAM ROALD Classes 1, 2 & 3 Saturday 18th March 2023 7:30 TEAM DAHL Classes 4, 5 & 6 Altrincham’s streets will be filled by the smell of rebellion when the Garrick Academy of Performing Arts presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR ., at the Garrick Playhouse. Based on the beloved book “Matilda ” by Roald Dahl and adapted from the award-winning full-length musical, Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR . tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Matilda , lives with cruel parents who find her to be a nuisance, a lousy little worm, and a bore. When Matilda enters her first term at school, she captures the attention of Miss Honey, a kind teacher, and the two form a wonderful friendship. Unfortunately, the school is ruled by a tempestuous and mean headmistress named Miss Trunchbull, who hates children and delivers cruel and unjust punishments to all her charges. Matilda is determined to change her story, but will her cleverness and courage be enough to withstand the reign of Miss Trunchbull? Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR . is presented through special arrangement with and all authorised materials are supplied by Music Theatre International 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019, 212-541-4684, mtishows.com .

< Back Mirandolina ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 July 2014 CAST Bullivant Erick Jackson, George Lowe, Edgar M Mason, Edward Matthews, Marion Thwaite Warburton, George A

< Back The Custody of Parents ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Bateman, Brian Coventry, Betty Gough, Eva Kay R H Matley, Henry (Harry) Monkhouse, Mary H Shaw, A Keble Stevens, Catherine

< Back Run for Your Wife ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 24 July 2013 Run for your Wife is described by the critics as 'British comedy at its best'. Ever popular, Ray Cooney's award-winning play tells the hilarious tale of John Smith, a London cab driver, who literally has two lives, complete with two different wives! Somehow, he manages to juggle them both without arousing suspicion until he gets caught up in a mugging, and he wakes up in a hospital which is where his unscrupulous world starts to unravel and hilarity ensues ! One of the most successful farces in the Garrick's back-catalogue made this play a must for the 100th season. Seen again, or for the first time it's bound to be a hilarious night out. [gallery ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-1.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-9.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-2.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-3.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-5.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-6.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-7.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-4.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Riun-For-You-Wife-8.jpg|"] CAST Mary Smith - Beverley Stuart-Cole Barbara Smith - Ros Greenwood John Smith - Jonathan Black Detective Sergeant Troughton - Andrew Higson Stanley Gardner - Mike Shaw Newspaper Reporter - Alan Rothwell Detective Sergeant Porterhouse - Brian Tickle Bobby Franklin - Brian Howlett Prompt - Helen Cowan ASM - Pat Head Messenger Review By Julia Taylor Alttrincham Garrick's Run for Your Wife is one of their best Run for Your Wife, the Ray Cooney farce, is one of the best productions I've seen at the Garrick this centenary season. It's about a bigamist attempting to keep his two spouses apart. The miscreant, John Smith, a taxi driver, uses his shifts to alternate time with Mary in Wimbledon and Barbara in Streatham. What a mess Jonathan Black's character gets into as, at an increasingly fast pace, he invents far-fetched lies to keep his secret. He's a lucky fellow to have two such adoring wives. Beverley Stuart-Cole's Mary and Ros Greenwood's Barbara both enjoy some hanky panky. They react like lightening to unexplained happenings. Two other blokes add to the mayhem. One is Stanley, Mary's unemployed neighbour. played with amusing bewilderment by Mike Shaw as he, too, gets caught up in the deception. The other is Barbara's neighbour, the effeminate, Bobby, a camp Brian Howlett Brian delicately flicks his hair with his hand just like Mr Humphries in Are You Being Served! Two Detective Sergeants played by Andrew Higson and Brian Tickle also get entangled in the web. Without physically splitting the homes, Set Designer Stephen Bradshaw clarifies who lives where. The ending is happy though unexpected.This masterpiece, directed by professional actor Alan Rothwell, who also has a small part, follows the rules of farce to a tee. The teamwork is exceptional, the timing immaculate and, of course, it's all played straight. Highly recommended! Star Rating ★★★★★ NODA Review by Kevin Proctor I was surprised to learn that this farce is relatively modern in comparison to others, the piece was written at such a turning point in society in terms of opinions which has resulted in this piece not ageing well which is a tremendous shame as (despite its un-PC views) it's actually quite a good one! Director, Alan Rothwell quite rightly mentions in his directors note that a lot of actors look down on farces as being down-market, but 'Run for your Wife' is certainly a hidden gem, though I can see why it doesn't often get an airing with its dated camp humour and offensive views on same sex relations and transvestites etc. The times when people used a limp wrist and popped knee to symbolise someone is 'that way!' quite cringe worthy for a modern theatre goer. It's also not so easy to update the play with mobile phone technology making it easy to communicate with people out and about, the play (unless completely re-worked) wouldn't believably translate to modern times. Ray Cooney (writer) has indeed updated this play as a screenplay (under the same title) which starred Danny Dyer and Denise Van Outen in 2013, this was an attempt to rework it and place it in modern times though, unfortunately, critics still slammed it as being 30 years out of date. The opening 'mime' with the two wife's (Beverley Stuart-Cole & Ros Greenwood) anxiously waiting for their husband (Jonathan Black), who is late home, set the scene beautifully - this, followed by the first two pages of dialogue between the two wife's was comic farce writing at its best - magic! The casting was 'obvious' and I felt it was a little on the safe side, however - no question about it - we had a fine selection of skill on display with a cast more than capable, each of them delivered their parts as they should be and as required. The the real comic turn of the piece for me is Mike Shaw as Stanley, the well-meaning attempts to help only lead to even more misunderstandings which resulted with the biggest laughs, my personal favourite being when the detective asks; 'Do you know what an accessory is'? to which he replies 'Handbag!'?'Run For Your Wife' may be a dated play but the mix-up comedy format works very well today in the hands of this talented cast and crew.

< Back Cock Robin ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Bankes, Eric Courtney, Donald Gooby, Kathleen Iredale, W R Osborne, Edgar Robinson, Doreen Smith, J B Smith, Rosetta H White, Leo Zorian, Satinig

< Back Something to Hide ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Blackhurst, Ernest Grimshaw, Joan Preston, Penny Taylor, Pegeen

< Back The Wizard of Oz (1939 film) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 January 1970 Characterised by its use of Technicolor, fantasy storytelling, musical score and memorable characters, the film has become a pop culture icon. It features high in the British Film Institute May 2020 list of "50 films to be seen by the age of 15". A tornado whisks Judy Garland's Dorothy (and her dog Toto) from Kansas to Munchkinland in the Land of Oz. With her new friends the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman and the Cowardly Lion, she journeys through several adventures to finally expose the real Wizard of Oz. This is a film that so many people know of, and from which you will instantly recognise scenes, quotes and songs ... but when did you last see it from start to finish in a real auditorium ? This screening will (as always) be introduced by the Garrick's very own stop-motion Oscar-nominee, Barry Purves, with informed trivia, anecdotes and some background of the production. Come and join us in a friendly, informal and Covid-19 safe atmosphere, to take advantage of sensational screening facilities as well as our low prices and free car park.

< Back Cinema Paradiso (1988 Oscar-winner) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 31 August 2020 A perfect film about the power and joy of cinema and memory, made by Giuseppe Tomatore in 1988. A winner of multiple awards, this film is accompanied by one of the most luscious and evocative of scores, by Ennio Morricone who died last month. Breaking through anti-arthouse prejudice with its simple love of cinema, this is worth a look even for those who can't stand foreign films. And then there's the exhilarating kiss-clip finale. Full review Ian Nathan, Empire This bittersweet film is a bit slow for teens, but anyone with a true love of cinema who doesn't mind some syrupy moments will be charmed. Full review Scott G. Mignola, Common Sense Media We are presenting this film in its original Italian, with English subtitles. This screening will (as always) be introduced by Barry Purves with informed trivia, anecdotes and some background of the production. The bar will be open before and after the show. Come and join us in a friendly, informal and Covid-19 safe atmosphere, to take advantage of sensational screening facilities as well as our low prices and free car park.

< Back The Zeal of Thy House ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Angell, Jean Arnoll, Sidonie Beck, June Bell, W Blackhurst, Ernest Brewer, Brian B Carter, Harold Cavanagh, Cliff Clayton, Russell Creacall, Edward Davenport, Alfred Dean, Kenneth W Dickinson, Margaret Farebrother, Arthur F Falkner, Robert Gale, Peter Harris, Frank Hooper, Alfred Hunter, Mollie Kirkby, J Burton Lightowler, Ronnie R McCormack, Elsie Osborne, Edgar Parker, Fred Reed, J Roberts, A E Tudor Sharp, Barbara Shaw, J T Simspon, S Spence, E (Ted) Steadman, H Stott, Kenneth Strableford, A Walker, Helen Wiltshire, H John Whyatt, Egerton G

< Back The Shell-Seekers ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 7 February 2014 The Shell Seekers is the gripping story of Penelope Keeling's family and the passion and heartbreak that have held them together for three generations. It is a story of love, courage and determination and also of the Shell Seekers itself, a painting which threatens to tear the Keeling family apart. Rosamunde Pilcher's 1987 novel has a strong autobiographical element which secured her an international reputation. The play has been adapted by Terence Brady and Charlotte Bingham previously renowned for such successes as Pig in the Middle, Take Three Girls, Upstairs Downstairs, No Honestly! And Nanny. The Shell Seekers is an engrossing tale that will appeal to all ages. [gallery columns="4" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellc.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellk.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellg.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellf.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shella.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellj.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellb.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shelll.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shellh.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shelld.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shelli.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/shelle.jpg|"] CAST Penelope Carol Carr Olivia Sarat Parker-Broughton Nancy Pam Nolan Noel Barry Spencer Lawrence Geoff Noar George Nick Sample Penny/Antonia Ashley Foster Richard/Danus Edward Prophet Roy Brookner Martin Oldfield Ellen Christine Perry Sale & Altrincham Messenger's review by Rick Bowen Seek and you shall find a theatrical gem at Altrincham Garrick THERE'S a certain snobbery surrounding "women's novels", a view that they're not worth taking seriously in the cultural grand scheme of things. Anyone who sees 'The Shell Seekers' at Altrincham Garrick will come out feeling such an opinion is ill founded as there are some marvellous lines to enjoy in this engrossing and uplifting theatrical journey. Based on the novel by Rosamunde Pilcher, 'The Shell Seekers' tells the story of Penelope, a beacon of decency who is looking back on her life and loves. When she's not being plagued by her selfish and grasping grown up children. By far the most obnoxious is Nancy, expertly played by Pam Nolan. This horrendous woman treats her husband like she treats her dog. A strong cast led by Carole Carr as the saintly Penelope ensure that emotionally, there's no place to hide for the audience and director Angie Wetherill has obviously nurtured this production with tender, loving care. Moving and warmly funny, The Shell Seekers is an absolute gem and a rewarding experience for both sexes. A must see. Star Rating ★★★★

< Back Dads Army ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 8 February 2014 The classic comedy of the most famous Home Guard of WWII. Their diverse projects range from guarding a captured U-Boat captain and his crew, recruiting a 'Mum's Army' leading to a brief encounter for Captain Mainwaring, organizing a carnival that includes Lady Godiva, and ending with their wonderful performance of 'The Floral Dance'. All the well-beloved characters are here including 'stupid boy' Pike, the formidable Captain Mainwaring, and his effacing deputy Sergeant Wilson. CAST [gallery columns="6" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmya.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyb.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyc.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmye.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyf.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyg.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyh.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyi.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyj.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyk.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/dadsarmyl.jpg|"] Captain Mainwearing Allan Taylor Sergeant Wilson Charles Foster Lance Corporal Jones Geoff Noar Private Frazer Ken Curragh Private Walker Barry Spencer Private Godfrey Brian Tickle Private Pike Andrew Higson U boat captain Steve Williamson Chief Warden Hodges David Richardson Vicar Brian Sudweeks Mr. Yeatman ,the Verger Frank Boylan Private Sponge Mark Rowlands Private Day Rob Howard Private Hancock Tom Marsh Private Cheeseman David Layne Colonel/Town Clerk Brian Moore Mrs. Pike Val Bacon Mrs. Fox Alison Davies Mrs. Grey Margaret Lesley Edith Parish Sally Eggington Ivy Samways Linda Crawford Other parts played by Megan Royle Paula Keen Catherine Roberts Stuart Slade Pete Blain Music (Piano) Peter England Prompt Audrey Hughes ASM Verity Fairclough Sale & Altrincham Messenger's review by Rick Bowen Dad's Army - good clean fun at the Garrick You could feel the affection in the Altrincham Garrick auditorium on Tuesday night, as the company performed the stage version of that much loved sitcom, 'Dad's Army'. While I have to confess the TV show was never one of my favourites, the scripts are top notch and Alan Rothwell?s production more than gives you a flavour of the original. It isn't easy for any theatre company, amateur or professional, to take on roles so inextricably linked with the household names who played them the first time around but the Garrick has many fine character actors in its ranks. Particularly impressive are Allan Taylor as Captain Mainwaring and Allan's physical resemblance to Arthur Lowe, who played the pomoous military man in the original show, is uncanny. And so is the way Charles Foster captures the dithering mannerisms of his right hand man, Sergeant Wilson. I also defy anybody not to warm to Andrew Higson's performance as the wet-behind-the-ears mother?s boy Private Pike. The stage version consists of three episodes of the sitcom, including the one in which the hapless Home Guard platoon are left to guard a captured German U boat crew. Personally I wouldn't leave this lot in charge of a bunch of toy soldiers and, as you might expect, chaos ensues. Good clean fun for the whole family. Make sure you leave the Garrick will a smile on your face - that's an order! Star Rating ★★★★

< Back Alty Fringe: Hamlet-ish ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 29 October 2020 Take one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies, add two Loons and a Skull named Keith, mix in a lot of costume changes plus a song or two and Voila! - you have HAMLET(ish). Murder...Betrayal...Ghosts...Puppets...Pirates... Dance Routines...A Lot Of Hats... Who said Shakespeare had to be boring? This show is part of the Alty Fringe 2021 - socially distanced and safe for all! The theatre has extensive COVID-19 safety measures in place, including a redesigned socially distanced auditorium, contactless tickets, regular deep cleans after each performance, timed entry slots, hand sanitiser stations around the theatre ... and much more. The Alty Fringe is proud to be appearing at the Altrincham Garrick from 12 March to 28 March 2021 . #altyfringe

< Back The Glass Slipper ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Arnoll, Sidonie Bailey, Doris Beck, Eve Burton, Ruth Butler, Eileen Buzza, Pamela Chadderton, E Clephan, Gay Cox, Shiela Ellis, Ruth Ely, Michael D Farebrother, Arthur F Falkner, Robert Fiddes, Kay Franks, Celia George, Peggy Green, Joyce Hinchcliffe, Moreen Hulmes, Anna Kennedy, Brenda Kinnebrough, Stella Larsen, Nora Mackay, Barbara Mackay, Beryl Lorrimer, Joa Newton, Joyce Osborne, Edgar Paarkes, Phyllis Patterson, Anne Rowe, Karen Skelhorn, Beryl Stone, Celia Taylor, Jean Marion Underwood, Valerie Warhurst, W Kenneth Warrington, Betty Wilson, Enid Wilson, Frank Winterbottom, Margaret Wood, Barrie Wood, Joan White, Trissie Wilson, Enid

< Back View from the Bridge ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Barnes, Peter Grimshaw, Harold Hardy, Joan Lane, Janice Mardon, David Uden, Ashley Wiltshire, H John

< Back An Unquiet Mind ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 13 August 2013 t is generally agreed that a disproportionate number of recruits to the armed forces are from broken or dysfunctional families. Estimates suggest that up to 25% of rough sleepers are ex-service personnel. Unfortunately such lives are forced to exist outside society because they do not/cannot conform. In its turn society will place outside its walls those they want to ignore and refuse to help. Taking a sometimes disconcertingly light touch to the sorry plight of one such poor unfortunate, An Unquiet Mind examines a number of potent issues. 'I don't bother remembering stuff because it only hurts me.' 'Before you can forget anything you must first of all remember everything, however painful. Some lives are blighted from birth, Private Topshop; unfortunately yours is one of them.' Topshop and Legion appear to be in a hopeless predicament, but Legion claims to have found the answer that will solve all their problems.

< Back Dear Brutus ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Bramwell, Madge Brierley, Norman Coventry, Betty Fullerton, Irene Osborne, Edgar Riley, Pearl Ruse, Ernest J Wallis, Catherine A Wilson, Kathleen

< Back CATS ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 29 June 2018 The multi award winning musical featuring the well known characters of Grizabella, Run Tum Tugger, Old Deuteronomy, Mister Mistoffeles and many many more of the alley cats invite you into their domain to celebrate the lives of the Jellicle cats. Midnight. Not a sound from the pavement and then suddenly an explosion of music and lights. Fabulous entertainment. This Production is proudly sponsored by [gallery columns="2" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_2119.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_2085.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_1605.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_1538.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_1467.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_1415.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_1210.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_1140.jpg|"] REVIEW by North West End Of all Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musicals; Cats is a firm favourite with most musical theatre fans and this latest production at Altrincham Garrick is something not to be missed, saving the best for the finale in their season. Cats was first performed in 1981 and has been delighting fans around the world ever since, being the sixth longest running musical in the West End’s history. The musical is based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T S Eliot and features the well-known characters of Grizabella, Run Tum Tugger, Old Deuteronomy, Mister Mistoffeles and more of the Jellicle alley cats. The Altrincham Garrick’s production is categorically not amateur, this is a show which has been delivered to international standards - everything from costume and set to cast and those all-important vocals; it’s truly outstanding and all members of the cast and crew should be commended highly. Firstly the staging is very clever by Stephen Bradshaw; featuring rooftops and chimneys maximising the space on stage to its full potential and once the cast take to the stage striding through the audience in the overture - you’re struck by how intricate and stunning the costumes are - Mike Shaw has done a stellar job indeed. But the biggest attribute to this production is the cast, I guarantee you will be in awe within the first 10 minutes if not sooner. Old Duteronomy played by Wayne Holt has great presence, Rum Tum Tugger is played by Kevin Senduwala and has just the right amount of swagger. Bethan Jackson is entertaining as Jennyanny Dots with buckets of energy and Abby Walton and Caitlin Medcalfe as Rumpleteazer and Mungojerry have a playful chemistry on stage which is infectious. I can go on; Greg James as Munkustrap is a perfect casting and James Glasgow plays Macavity with just the right amount of mystery. The routines are sublime and when you’re sat in the third row; it simply blows you away - the sheer talent on stage. The vocals are all note perfect throughout the evening but I must say Vicky Clarkson’s rendition of Memory as Grizabella will leave the hairs standing on the back of your neck, it’s outstanding. The vocals are accompanied by a live orchestra under the baton of Mark Goggins which gives this production even more authenticity. You don’t get productions to this standard very often, take advantage of such an entertaining production in the area; I strongly recommend getting your tickets, I may go again, and again before the weeks out. Cats directed and choreographed by Deborah Kate Norris continues at the Altricham Garrick until the 25th May with limited availability on Friday and Saturday. Verdict: Musical theatre at its very best, a dynamic cast & creative team sure to entertain! Reviewer: Max Eden Star rating ★★★ ★★ REVIEW BY RICK BOWEN (STAGESTRUCK) THE curtain comes down on an outstanding season at the Garrick, with a magical production that’s sure to live for long in the Memory of audiences who see it. Sorry, I couldn’t resist that one. Memory is the best song in the show by a mile and becomes a thing of beauty when sun by singers as gifted as Vicky Clarkson and Neve Finnigan, who play Grizabella and Jemima respectively. It made me forget the weaknesses in Lloyd Weber’s score which are sporadic but still there. Based on TS Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, it’s a major triumph for choreographer Deborah Kate Norris, who, along with her assistant Val Watkinson, has helped create a feast for the senses, served up by a vibrant and exciting, largely young company. When it comes to the dance routines, the cast are highly versatile, whether they’re performing slinky, sensual, at times balletic routines or mesmerising tap numbers in this celebration of all things feline. Judging by the standards achieved in this show, which has the consistently impressive Mark Goggins as its musical director, the future of amateur musical theatre in this area looks very bright indeed. Mark Goggins simply doesn’t have it in his DNA to preside over a bad show. The magical element of the evening is enhanced by a rooftop set designed by Stephen Bradshaw. It was also pleasing to see children in the audience - I can’t think of a better way to introduce them to an art form that has yet to lose its power over me, 30 years and several hundred reviews later. When word gets out as to just how breathtakingly brilliant this show is I expect tickets to be snapped up. So book now to avoid disappointment. Make sure you don’t miss this evening of unforgettable musical escapism. Star rating ★★★★★

< Back Breaking the Code ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 2 June 2014 This award winning play about the mathematician Alan Turing famous for breaking the German Enigma code at Bletchley during World War 2 and the founder of computer science originally starred Derek Jacobi. Turing?s outstanding success was never properly acknowledged due to his tragic personal life. This production is sold out - returns only. Tickets are available from 0161 928 1677. [gallery type="rectangular" ids="|"] Rehearsal photos [gallery columns="5" type="rectangular" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Breaking-the-Code-01.jpg|,|"] CAST: ALAN TURING - Paul Wilson ?THE AUTHORITY FIGURES: MICK ROSS?[MANCHESTER POLICE], ?DILLWYN KNOX?[BLETCHLEY] and JOHN SMITH?[INTELLIGENCE SERVICE]?- Mark Edgar ?THE WOMEN: SARA TURING [ALAN?S MOTHER]?- Carole Carr PAT GREEN [BLETCHLEY] - Paula Keen ?THE LADS: CHRISTOPHER MORCOM [SHERBORNE], RON MILLER [MANCHESTER] and NIKOS [IPSOS]?- Anthony Morris ?THE TEAM AT BLETCHLEY AND MANCHESTER: - Tom Sneyd and Jess Brooks CREW: SET DESIGN - Barry Purves LIGHTING & SOUND DESIGN - Rob Watson COSTUME DESIGN - Garrick Wardrobe PROPERTIES / FURNITURE - John Newton ASSISSTANT STAGE MANAGERS - Jess Brooks, Tom Sneyd REHEARSAL PROMPT - Maureen Casket STUDIO SUPERVISOR - Carole Carr SET REALISATION - Barry Fletcher, Paul Simpson If you would like to have the latest Garrick News from this website e-mailed to you directly, then please subscribe to our News 'blog' on the?front page ? and be sure of not missing any of our latest announcements - or maybe join our?Facebook ?or?Twitter ?pages as well.

< Back Shakers Re-Stirred ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 19 June 2017 The play is a sequence of quick-fire humour interspersed with serious monologues, which starts off very light hearted. We are given a glimpse of this world by the four long-suffering waitresses who work at the local trendy cocktail bar. Each actress's main character has a very distinct personality and every one of the actresses used their own particular style to portray these four quite different young girls. As the story unfolds, the waitresses take turns to describe their character to the audience. Multi-role-play and cross cutting are used frequently within the play to allow the audience to meet a wide range of characters. Production Photographs by Paul Wilson [gallery ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Shakers1.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Shakers2.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Shakers3.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Shakers4.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Shakers5.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Shakers6.jpg|"] Rehearsal Photos [gallery ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/WP_20180114_16_41_53_Pro-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/WP_20180114_16_03_15_Pro-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/WP_20180114_15_24_47_Pro-Small.jpg|"] Cast Adele:?? ????????Megan Relph Nicky:? ??????????Laura Crow Carol:?????????? Tabitha Hughes Mel:? ???????????Maya Szlachetko **** FOUR STAR REVIEW by Julia Taylor for Sale and Altrincham Messenger **** Raising a glass to cocktail comedy at Altrincham Garrick SHAKERS Re-stirred, at the Garrick?s Lauriston Studio Theatre, shows life in a cocktail bar seen through the eyes of four hard-working waitresses. The four who play them are all versatile performers as they switch from waiting on to becoming the customers they are serving. John Godber and Jane Thornton, the writers, feature the sensitive side of their natures as well as their sense of humour. Their lives are ruled by an unseen character ? Mario, the bar owner, who is asking them to wear shorts to boost custom. Nicky, Adele, Carol and Mel are played by Laura Crow, Megan Relph, Tabitha Hughes and Maya Szlachetko. Nicky is unaffected by the instruction because she has got a job as a topless dancer on a cruise ship. Adele, a single mother, is desperate to keep her job and is happy to do what she is told. Carol, the most educated of the four, realises that this is sexual exploitation whilst Mel is not too bothered since this is the best of a number of bad jobs. However, she has a secret which could explain her animosity towards Adele. Each of the actors performs a monologue revealing the inner depths of their souls. This cannot be easy yet all come out with flying colours from these and playing the waitresses or other characters. All are on stage for almost the whole 90 minutes of the production which must add to the strain but they don?t show it. They act with enormous energy, sometimes speak in unison and they and we have lots of laughs. Review for Manchester Salon by Johanna Hassouna-Smith Shakers is an all-female play, set in a trendy wine bar somewhere in the North of England. Through comedy, the play deals with modern culture and tackles issues of sexism, female expectations, prejudice, motherhood and job satisfaction. The play tells the story of a typical night in a wine bar (aptly named Shakers) as four waitresses; Carol, Adele, Nicky and Mel struggle through their long shift, serving demanding customers who come and go on their night out. There is always trepidation when you go to watch an amateur production in a theatre you have never been to and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by this particular venue and the quality of production. The Garrick is a lovely theatre with two spaces, the main theatre and The Lauriston Studio, where Shakers was performed.?It?s a tiny auditorium with lots of atmosphere for an audience of under 50 people.?Just enough for the intimacy of this wonderful production The play is a joint collaboration between playwrights John Godber and his wife, Jane Thornton. Jane?s credits include Say It with Flowers , All the Fun of the Fight and the radio play, Spread a Little Happiness . She writes, acts and directs for the John Godber Company now. John Godber is one of the most performed writers in the English language.?His other plays include Teechers , Blood Sweat and Tears , Up ?n? Under and of course, Bouncers (often considered to be the big brother of Shakers). His plays are energetic, gritty and extremely funny, so I was really thrilled to attend this production and to see what director, Jacqueline Wheble could bring to the stage. In the Garrick bar before the performance, the audience, perhaps a little older than the target audience the playwrights may have been writing for, were served by the cast in-role as cocktail waitresses. The director also mingled among us and light heartedly warned of the spicy language we could expect in the performance. This didn?t seem to stop us all from relishing the content, language and innuendos of the gags. Once inside the auditorium, I found a very polished production and it was hard to critique anything which could be described as ?amateur?. The stage design was simple but effective; a slick bar, complete with neon surround, some chrome bar stools and tables and the odd cocktail shaker.?The lighting and sound both effectively created the cool vibe of this trendy wine bar.?Everything was exactly what was needed to give this production the minimalist design the playwright intended.?This meant we were left with the opportunity to enjoy watching the performers really getting under the characters? skin. The four actresses were all seasoned performers with an accolade of roles under their belts and a few Drama degrees, so it really didn?t have the feel of amateur theatre.?They were so confident, energetic and incredibly imaginative as they swiftly manoeuvred this script, playing multiple roles from the ageing businessmen to the checkout girls out for a 21st birthday. I was desperate to find a standout performer of the four as they were all incredibly talented and shone throughout the entire play. The actors played around 40 contrasting roles in 90 minutes and the high energy in this performance was like watching an acting masterclass.?The cast switched effortlessly from ugly, groping businessmen to drunken teen girls and squiffy, toffee-nosed housewives.?The physicality of the roles were a credit to movement and physical theatre adviser, Scott Ransom .?The script was so incredibly fast paced, I even overheard an audience member muttering ?How on earth do they remember all of these lines?? If I were to pick fault anywhere in Shakers, it would be with the play itself. Whilst we have the fast paced energy of the wine bar, we also have the poignant monologues throughout the play when the waitresses reveal their hopes, their dreams and their past and present lives.?Although this gave the play a real sense of depth, it felt somewhat tiresome toward the end, and possibly needed some edits? But these actresses really acted their socks off and the energy they exuded on that stage was a real joy to watch.?Their rapport with one another and the audience was entertaining from start to finish. Shakers Re-Stirred runs at The Garrick Theatre, Altrincham until Saturday 27th January and, if you haven?t already done so I urge you to go and get tickets to this great show. This season?s productions in our Lauriston STUDIO have been sponsored by Save Money on your tickets.... Membership of the theatre entitles you to tickets at greatly reduced prices as well as access to the bar during non show weeks together with regular news and updates of other Garrick events throughout the season. SAVE EVEN MORE -? Membership has now been reduced for the last half of the?2017/18 Season Single £20.00?15.00 Concession ?10.00 If you are thinking of booking 2?tickets?for?any 2 of our Main Stage productions during the rest of the?season, (that's just 2 pairs of tickets) you will?save the cost of your half?season's membership! (saving ?4 per ticket) Membership also shows your support for the theatre and can also open a whole new world for you ? we are always looking for new talent, any age, to work in all areas of the theatre ? no experience is necessary as you will be given full training by our qualified staff. We promise you that the satisfaction of a job well done, will really surprise you, as well as new friends waiting to meet you. Please pick up an Application form from the Box Office or write to the Membership secretary, at the theatre. Membership e-mail: membership@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk Membership Form Use the link here to Download/print your membership form?The 2017-18 garrick membership form If you would also like to download/print a Standing Order Form ? please Download it here ? ?Standing Order Form This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinburger Ltd.

< Back Jordan ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 13 August 2013 This true story of a woman marginalised by society and brutalised by the father of her child is unlikely to leave you unmoved. CAST Sian Walker as Shirley WARNING -?Please note: contains scenes and language that might offend ?

< Back Marigold ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Alexander, Tom Bramwell, Madge Cavanagh, Cliff Courtney, Donald Coventry, Betty Edwards, Kathleen Haycock, John Hooper, Alfred Iredale, W R Kendrick, Doris Walker, Lilian B Wrigley, Kenneth

< Back PINKED FLOYD (Postponed) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 4 July 2018 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Closure Update In line with Government instructions we are classed as a non-essential business and no member of staff is able to continue working at the theatre until Government restrictions ease. Please be assured that the vast majority of events have been postponed and not cancelled so therefore all tickets remain valid. Once we are able to operate again we will be in touch with you with details of the rescheduled dates. You can then transfer your current tickets to the new date, however if you are unable to transfer to the new date or don’t wish to have your ticket transferred to another production you will be given a full refund. You will not lose any money. This is an unprecedented event for our venue, and we thank you for your continued support and loyalty. Best wishes Your Garrick Playhouse Team. This seven-piece tribute band return to the Garrick with an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. A stunning light and video show complement their exciting and amazingly accurate performance of music spanning the entire output of the Floyd, with a selection of tracks from nearly all the albums represented in the 2½-hour set. All your favourites are featured, and maybe a couple of less familiar tracks for the real aficionado. Some reactions to recent shows: “Blown away by this band. Professional and talented on the next level!! I've sound engineered touring bands for many years and not many bands grab my attention the way these guys did. ” (James), “I've just had a fantastic night watching the amazing, brilliant and awesome Pinked Floyd. Can't wait to see them again ” (Sandie Sharpe), “I'm a lifelong Floyd fan and this was one of the best tribute band performances I've ever seen (and I've seen plenty). Vocals, instrumentals and general presentation was faultless. Note-perfect guitar solos and the enthusiasm of the band and their joy in playing this great music came over loud and clear.” (Mike Halls), “My heroes will never be forgotten as long as you are on the stage and that's from a 68-year-old roadie of the original PF! You are another brick in the wall! " (David Larkin, former PF roadie) www.pinked-floyd.co.uk Please subscribe if you would like our regular FREE Garrick Newsletter, as well as all the Garrick Production & Membership News together with the latest Special Offers [inbound_button font_size="20" color="#c8232b" text_color="#ffffff" icon="thumbs-o-up" url="http://altrinchamgarrick.hosted.phplist.com/lists/?p=subscribe " width="" target="_blank"] Click HERE to Subscribe[/inbound_button]

< Back Caesar's Friend ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Abbott, Amy Angell, Joan Armitage, S Atkin, Eric Beck, June Bluck, Brenda Bonsier, Frederick H Brewer, Brian B Brown, Sydney A Carter, Harold Cavanagh Cliff Creacall, Edward Daniels, Marion Davenport, Alfred Dawes, L Dawson, D Dickenson C C Dunn, Frederick Durnell, A Edwards, C M Frederick, W Gee, B Green, Joyce Harrington, Doreen Hillen, R Johnson, D Jones, John Glynn Kennedy, P Lauder, D S Lilley, F Matthias, Mary Morison, Diana Morris, E Mulraine, Helen Osborne, Edgar Parker, Fred Pimlott, (Allman) Emmie Priddey, M Proctor, Elaine Roberts, A E Tudor Sharp, Barbara Simpson, Frank Hill Slinn, Ella Spence, E (Ted) Sykes, Constance D Warhurst, W Kenneth Wharton, Sheila Wheelwright, Stewart White, Elliot Wiltshire, H John Wiltshire, R J Whyatt, Egerton G

< Back E & OE ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 July 2014 CAST Landon, W Eric Lowe, Edgar M Mason, Edith A Warburton, George A

< Back Spiderman: No Way Home (Film Screening) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 16 March 2022 For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighborhood hero is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life from the high-stakes of being a SuperHero. When he asks for help from Doctor Strange the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man. Now, Peter will have to overcome his greatest challenge yet, which will not only forever alter his own future but the future of the Multiverse. Marvel Cinematic Universe comes to the big screen at Altrincham Garrick PictureHouse! 12A Our reasonably priced bar will be open before and after the screening. Free car park for customers and in easy walking distance of Altrincham and local tram and train stations. So what are you waiting for? BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

< Back Residents Only ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Fiddes, Kay Harris, Frank Larsen, Nora Saunders, Hugh Stockdale, Leslie Sykes, Constance D Taylor, Jean Marion Warhurst, W Kenneth Warrington, Betty Wilson, Frank White, Trissie

< Back Mary Poppins (1964 film) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 January 1970 Yes, this is the well-known 1964 film musical based on PL Travers's book series. It stars Julie Andrews as the eponymous nanny and (complete with "the second worst accent in film history", according to Wikipedia), Missourian Dick van Dyke as a Cockney jack-of-all-trades. The film includes stop-motion animation, hand-drawn animation interleaved with live action, and some of the best dancing with brooms that you'll ever see. There is also acknowledgement of a major social change of the times (the Suffragist movement), and some lovely tender moments (for example Feed The Birds and A Man Has Dreams ). The Garrick's big screen and cosy, welcoming auditorium will let you appreciate fully the choreography of some of the musical numbers, the vibrant Technicolor and the sheer joy of this famous film. This screening will (as always) be introduced by Barry Purves, with informed trivia, anecdotes and some background of the production. Come and join us in a friendly, informal and Covid-19 safe atmosphere, to take advantage of sensational screening facilities as well as our low prices and free car park.

< Back Are You Being Served? ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 16 December 2013 The staff of Grace Brothers department store prepare for a sale of German merchandise before departing en masse for a staff holiday; their destination - a one star hotel on the Costa Plonka, Spain. Will the tropical heat, Spanish crumpet, giant woof'n'poofs and randy revolutionaries prove too much for our happy band? Not a bit of it. With the aid of a nun's habit, a bowler hat and Mrs Slocombe's Union Jack knickers they survive the holiday with everything intact - but their modesty. Adapted for the stage by its original creators - this show will delight fans everywhere. CAST Terry Chandler as Mr Grainger Geoff Noar as Mr Mash & Don Bernardo Brian Tickle as Mr Rumbold John Dickson as Mr Lucas Beverley Stuart-Cole as Miss Brahms Roger Metcalfe as Captain Peacock Patsy Rowlands as Mrs Slocombe Brian Howlett as Mr Humphries John Newton as Mr Grace Kathy Johnson as Lady Customer & Taeresa Eric Vogel as Male Customer & Cesar Adele Higson as Nurse & Conchita Reheasal Photos [gallery columns="5" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/servedb.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/servedc.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/servedd.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/servede.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/serveda.jpg|"]

< Back Uncle Vania ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Baker, Rosina Birch, Gwen Bradshaw, Ernest Hughes, Edward D Lightowler, Madge

< Back Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 5 March 2021 In a world of music, fame and money, Shakespeare’s classic play about love is brought to life in a brand new telling. The Montague and Capulet families are embroiled in a long-running feud and the hatred seems to be impossible to shift. When Romeo, a Montague, attends a Capulet ball in disguise, he falls in love with the beautiful Juliet, and she returns the love. A secret marriage takes place between the two young lovers, but happiness and harmony are not quite in reach as circumstances and fate continue to keep them apart. Perhaps one of the most famous plays of all time exploded onto the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Main Stage in 2016, marking the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. Now, for the first time, it will be streamed into your homes! Experience the power of this tragic love story. "This is one of the best modern reworkings I have seen in a long while." - North West End "I have NEVER seen a Shakespeare play move an audience so much as Joe Meighan’s production of Romeo and Juliet at Altrincham Garrick *****" - The Messenger "Romeo and Juliet for the Internet generation." - StageStruck Written by William Shakespeare Directed and Adapted by Joseph Meighan

< Back English Touring Opera Live on Stage - Performance 2 ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 20 October 2020 LYRIC SOLITUDE - performance 2 of 4 English Touring Opera are thrilled to return to live performance this Autumn, with a programme focusing on the voice of the individual in isolation, on the power of song, and of poetry - with responses to that power in dance, image and drama.  The Garrick is delighted to host ETO's 4 separate performances over this weekend. Saturday's matinee comprises just one short opera: La Voix Humaine (Poulenc) Total duration 45 mins La Voix Humaine (Poulenc) Poulenc’s final opera, written for the extraordinary soprano Denise Duval, is based on Jean Cocteau’s play. The opera (45 minutes) is the last conversation between a young woman and her lover, who is abandoning her. Through her little lies, and his thunderous lies, the truth of their relationship becomes clear. It is an overwhelming account of love and love’s ending. Soprano Paula Sides is ‘the human voice’, partnered by Sergey Rybin on the piano and directed by James Conway. (Note: this performance of La Voix Humaine will be repeated on Sunday .) The bar will be open before and after the show. Come and join us in a friendly, informal and Covid-19 safe atmosphere, to witness this unique fusion of music, dance, image and drama ... as well as to avail yourself of our low bar prices and free car park ! ETO's Lyric Solitude at the Garrick We are hosting 4 performances from English Touring Opera over the weekend: Friday 20 November at 19:30: Tippett, Britten and Shostakovich Saturday 21 November at 15:00: La Voix Humaine , by Poulenc (this performance) Saturday 21 November at 19:30: more from Britten, Shostakovich and Poulenc Sunday 22 November at 15:00: Two short operas, by Poulenc and Argento (includes La Voix Humaine ) Note: apart from La Voix Humaine being performed twice, all other pieces are being performed just once only.

< Back Hidden Figures 2016 (Film Screening) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 30 July 2021 Three brilliant African-American women at NASA - Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson - serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation's confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world. Our reasonably priced bar will be open before and after the screening. Free car park for customers and in easy walking distance of Altrincham and local tram and train stations. So what are you waiting for? BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

< Back Alty Fringe: Pop Proms ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 29 October 2020 This show is also available via Live Stream. This show is part of the Alty Fringe 2021 - socially distanced and safe for all! The theatre has extensive COVID-19 safety measures in place, including a redesigned socially distanced auditorium, contactless tickets, regular deep cleans after each performance, timed entry slots, hand sanitiser stations around the theatre ... and much more. The Alty Fringe is proud to be appearing at the Altrincham Garrick from 12 March to 28 March 2021 . #altyfringe

< Back Murder on the Second Floor ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Bramwell, Madge Briggs, Harry Coventry, Betty Jones, Arthur C Jones, T L Kewell, H Kewell, J E Martin, Rita Mason, Edward Montgomery, A L Smith, J B West, Carrie

< Back Besses o th Barn Brass Band ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 17 July 2019 Established in 1818, when Whitefield was little more than a series of hamlets, the Besses band first took the name Clegg’s Band and consisted of men returning from the Napoleonic Wars. Little is known about the band’s first decades, however they are first recorded as winning a competition to mark the coronation of King George IV on July 19, 1821, with a rendition of God Save The King. They then repeated their success at a celebration of the 1837 coronation Queen Victoria in Farnworth, Bolton, winning a crown for a performance of Hail! Smiling Morn. Formally emerging as an all brass band in 1853, Besses became an increasingly professional and successful outfit meaning by 1892 they were the holders of every major open competition cup in Britain. In the early 1900's the band began tours based on the railway network and would stop at each station along the way to perform, travelling for months at a time.

< Back Othello ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Beardow, F R Bergin, Thomas Birchall, W K Buxton, Eric W Carsley, J B Cullen, L S Davenport, Alfred Dawson, S Edwards, Kathleen Fenter, Joan M Green, Marjorie Greene, Frank R H Hales, Leslie Joseph, M C Kearsley, Peggy Lowndes, Douglas Percival, J B Robinson, Dorothy A Thom, Trevor Wroe, Maurice Yoxall, Roy Zorian, Satinig

< Back Cabaret ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 11 December 2013 Glimpse behind the scenes at the low-life and high-life in the notorious KIT KAT CLUB - at the ALL-GIRLS BAND (or are they?) - at the high-kicking "want a good time" dancers - the exciting, no-holds-barred Sally Bowles and savour the welcome given by the androgynous EmCee (Master of Ceremonies). Hone in on Sally's love life and the late flowering romance of her landlady, Fraulein Schneider, with Herr Shultz, all to the backdrop of 1930s Berlin and the inexorable rise of the Nazis. Hear again the hit songs "Tomorrow Belongs To Me", "Willkommen", "Two Ladies" and, of course, "Cabaret" itself. Don't miss our repeat of this ever-popular musical. CAST Emcee David Leathlean Clifford Bradshaw David Beddy Ernst Ludwig Alex Wilson Fraulein Schneider Patsy Roberts Fraulein Kost Anne Chandler Herr Schultz Terry Chandler Sally Bowles Dawn Flint Max Brian Stoner Kit Kat Girls Maria Marina Anderson Lulu Laura Chandler Frenchie Mandy Flude Rosie Vicky Turner Texas Carolyn Ritter Fritzie Stephanie Hawthorn Other Parts played by: Lisa Barker, Frank Boylan, Martin Creevey, Shirley Dowson, Ros Greenwood, Brian Howlett, John Newton, Peter Roberts, Mike Shaw, Paula Taylor, Howard Totty, Eric Vogel, David Walton

< Back Alty Fringe: Dr & The Medics ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 29 October 2020 The Rev Dr Clive Thomas Jackson, singer of Doctor and the Medics (famous for their hit Spirit in the Sky ), combines all the elements of his career in one hilarious roller-coaster of a two man show. Stand-up comic, compere, actor and - yes - singer! All these disciplines are bought together in a multimedia presentation of his often bizarre, certainly idiosyncratic and, at times, ridiculously funny career. This show is part of the Alty Fringe 2021 - socially distanced and safe for all! The theatre has extensive COVID-19 safety measures in place, including a redesigned socially distanced auditorium, contactless tickets, regular deep cleans after each performance, timed entry slots, hand sanitiser stations around the theatre ... and much more. The Alty Fringe is proud to be appearing at the Altrincham Garrick from 12 March to 28 March 2021 . #altyfringe

< Back Manford's Comedy Club (FEW REMAINING TICKETS) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 18 December 2020 FRIDAY NIGHT COMEDY SPECIAL AT THE GARRICK THEATRE It's Friday night!..It's comedy night as Manford's Comedy Club brings another one of its hilarious, sell-out shows to the Garrick. This live comedy show that features The Best in Stand Up comedy with some of the funniest, award-winning comedians on the UK comedy circuit, who are all personally chosen by Jason Manford. The Garrick Playhouse is a firm favourite with Manford' s comedians. Please subscribe if you would like our regular FREE Garrick Newsletter, as well as all the Garrick Production & Membership News together with the latest Special Offers [inbound_button font_size="20" color="#c8232b" text_color="#ffffff" icon="thumbs-o-up" url="http://altrinchamgarrick.hosted.phplist.com/lists/?p=subscribe " width="" target="_blank"] Click HERE to Subscribe[/inbound_button]

< Back Oliver! ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 2 June 2014 The Garrick is thrilled to offer another treat for the Christmas season! Lionel Bart's brilliant adaptation of Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist has enjoyed sell out runs since its London premiere in 1960 and the award winning screen version in 1967. The famous story of orphan Oliver and his sometimes frightening journey to London where he encounters the dubious friendship of the artful dodger, Fagin and Bill Sykes is packed with favourite songs including, 'Food, glorious food', 'Consider Yourself', 'I'd Do Anything' and the classic, 'As long as he needs me'. This new version will bring the Victorian streets of London to life again and is sure to leave you asking for more! 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A tribute, of course, to the considerable acting skills of the late Oliver Reed, who was far more than just a headline making hell raiser. Likewise, Charlie Tomlinson oozes menace as the notorious baddie in Altrincham Garrick's triumphant production of Lionel Bart's classic show. The directing team, the dream team, that brought us Gypsy earlier in the season have been re-united for a musical that deserves far more than the empty seats that greeted me on opening night.?No excuses - the TV isn't that inspiring and the weather not that bad. I studied in Sheffield where the climatic conditions we currently find ourselves in would have been considered balmy. Well no, but you get the gist. Nathan Ng strikes the balance between being suitably cherubic and endearingly feisty as Oliver and he's sharing the plum role with Michael Gaughan. I hope you like a challenge Michael, as Nathan also has one of the purest singing voices I've ever heard. You'll be biting your bottom lip during the beautiful number, Where Is Love For me, that's not the best song in the show. Who Will Buy? during which Oliver is serenaded by an assortment of street vendors congregating below his bedroom window, is my personal favourite, beginning as it does with a haunting solo. Doubling up seems to be the order of the order of the day here, with Stephanie Niland sharing the role of Nancy, Bill Sikes' long suffering but bafflingly loyal girlfriend. Her rendition of As Long As He Needs Me, in which this ultimately good sort tries to put the case for her devotion, is one of the high points of the show. Star Rating ★★★★ Remotegoat Review An Oliver to be remembered - A show to make you forget your post Christmas credit card bill, Oliver! simply must not be missed. The whole cast shine. You start to feel hungry even before Nathan Ng's Oliver asks for more. Just the sound of 17 boys voices singing Food, Glorious Food with such gusto starts your tummy rumbling. Your appetite is whetted in a different way by the quality of this Dickens' tale performed by a fantastic cast who are a delight. Young Nathan does wonderfully well in the title role and we are on his side as he faces hardship at the work house, from his undertaker boss, and in the hands of his counterpart, the Artful Dodger, a cunning but likeable Rob Dutton. These two young actors are so impressive, it is hard to realise they are only 12 and 16 respectively. Despite the jollity of the dancing (choreographed by director, David Needham) and songs like Nancy's Oom-Pah-Pah, this show has it's sadder moments. The one that stays with you is Nancy's murder by lover, Bill Sykes. Her loyalty to this evil man is hard to understand and you conclude the only answer is that she loves him. Charlie Tomlinson's despicable Bill makes scoundrel Fagin, look like an angel. Stephanie Niland sings As Long as He Needs Me both poignantly and beautifully, illustrating well her attraction to this bastard. The quality of Stephanie's voice is as good as any professional. Although Fagin is a criminal who uses children to pick pocket for him, Steven Finney projects him as an old man who is genuinely fond of them and acts like a father figure. His rendering of Reviewing the Situation is particularly expressive. A word in praise of the ten-strong orchestra led by Steven Mercer. They are the perfect accompaniment to the many catchy numbers but also add atmosphere. For instance, when Oliver is arrested, the violinist, Rachael Drury, creates an element of surprise and dismay by making a discordant screeching sound on her instrument. Some roles are interchangeable over the course of the production. Other well known Garrick names take over on other nights and because I know them, I can give assurance they will be equally as good as those involved on the first night. The Production Supervisor is Paul Kerryson, the Garrick's new Executive Producer. If, under his guidance, this show is an indication of what is to come, we are in for exciting times. Oliver is one of the best musicals I have seen at this excellent theatre although I have seen many other good ones as well. Preview in the Messenger A show to leave audiences wanting more at Altrincham Garrick Planning mischief - Steven Finney as Fagin and his gang in rehearsal First publishedTuesday 13 January 2015 by Rick Bowen ALTRINCHAM Garrick turns to a giant of musical theatre for its next production, in the shape of the Lionel Bart classic, Oliver! Immortalised on the big screen in a famous movie starring Ron Moody as the slippery petty criminal Fagin and Oliver Reed as the genuinely scary Bill Sykes, Oliver! is crammed with showstoppers that are certain to please theatregoers of all ages. Memorable numbers include Food, Glorious Food sung by Oliver and his fellow orphans and As Long As He Needs Me, performed by Sykes' long suffering but unbelievably loyal partner, Nancy.

< Back The Pillowman ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 10 February 2014 The Pillowman is a 2003 play by Irish playwright Martin McDonagh. An especially dark black comedy, it tells the tale of Katurian, a fiction writer living in a police state who is interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories, and their similarities to a number of bizarre child murders occurring in his town. The play received the 2004 Olivier Award for Best New Play, the 2004-5 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best New Foreign Play, and two Tony Awards for production. It was nominated for the 2004 Evening Standard Award for Best New Play. CAST Sandra Thomas as Tupolski Ros Greenwood as Katurian Duncan Battman as Ariel Adam Gonet as Michal Tabitha Hughes as the Child ?

< Back Shakespeare in Love By Lee Hall, Marc Norman & Tom Stoppard ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 November 2022 PLEASE NOTE WHEN BOOKING - ROW Q has some brief temporary sightline issues at some points during this production. Penniless and indebted to two demanding producers, struggling young playwright William Shakespeare is tormented by writer’s block until he meets the beautiful Viola de Lesseps, daughter of a wealthy merchant, whose fiery passion for poetry and drama leaves her secretly longing to be an actor. Both are despondent when they learn that Viola’s father has promised her to the stuffy Lord Wessex in order to gain a title for their family. Under the veil of secrecy, Will and Viola’s passionate love affair becomes the basis of the very play he is writing – Romeo and Juliet . With opening night – and the wedding day – fast approaching, the plots race toward a parallel conclusion. Will it all work out in the end or are the two star-crossed lovers destined for tragedy? The Oscar-winning film Shakespeare in Love starred Gwyneth Paltrow, Joseph Fiennes, Judi Dench, Geoffrey Rush and Tom Wilkinson and won 7 Academy Awards, including Best Screenplay. T his romantic comedy transports audiences back to Shakespeare ’s London in a production that is full of energy, colour, spectacle and love . 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. Age Guidance: 12+ SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE is officially a FIVE STAR Production! “The entire Garrick ensemble must be congratulated for such an uplifting, professional, inspiring performance. The talent on the stage was outstanding.” Read the full review from Angela Kelly at North West End HERE "...this was a highly entertaining and engaging production, which is fully deserving of full houses every night, full of theatre folk and theatre-lovers. It's possibly a chance-in-a-lifetime production too, as I have never seen this on stage before..." Matthew Dougall at Number 9 Read the full review HERE Described as "Unmissable" by Rick Bowen at StageStruck "I HAVE been reviewing Garrick productions for nearly 40 years - I really am THAT old - and Shakespeare in Love gave me one of the best evenings I’ve ever had at this theatre." Read the full review HERE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Free Car Parking. Cosy Bar. Great Prices. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

< Back A Matter of Time ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 9 March 2023 Chantry Dance presents 'A matter of time' - a mesmerising triple bill exploring our relationship with time created by award-winning producers and choreographers Rae Piper and Paul Chantry in collaboration with innovative director-choreographer Kristian Cunningham. GHOST DANCES is danced to Nicholas Maw's 1988 suite. A woman journeys through the past, present and future where the allusive 'ghosts' of the title are her fractured dreams and memories. She learns to reconcile the uncertainty of the future with lessons of the past to fully appreciate the present. ARIADNE’S LAMENT is set to Roman poet Catullus' carmen 64. Ariadne laments Theseus abandoning her and faces a desolate future. The work considers how certain human situations remain relevant no matter when they occur. IN TIME OF DAFFODILS is inspired by ee cummings' poem of the same name. This beautiful, evocative piece is a reminder of the simple things in life and that life is about journeys not destinations - the goal of living is to grow. AUDIENCE RESPONSES TO PREVIOUS CHANTRY PERFORMANCES: “What a beautiful, strong and sensitive show. Totally moved.” "The whole staging, choreography and performance was electrifying…we were glued to our seats." "Mesmerising, breath-taking and beautiful" Running Time: 1hr20mins approx. Includes post-show Q&A Parental guidance advised: contains nudity, scenes of a sexual nature, violence chantrydancecompany.org Our reasonably priced bar will be open before, during the interval and after the show. Free car park for customers and in easy walking distance of Altrincham and local tram and train stations. So what are you waiting for? BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!