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< Back The House on the Moor ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Angell, Laura Coventry, Betty Gow, Ronald Iredale, Emmie Iredale, W R Jackson, P M Johnson, Elsie Talbot, Ernest K Zorian, Satinig

< Back NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE - Skylight ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 10 October 2023 National Theatre Live Film Screening: Skylight Written by David Hare Directed by Stephen Daldry ★★★★★ ‘Moving picture of politics and love’ Guardian Returning to the big screen after nearly ten years, Bill Nighy (Living) and Carey Mulligan (Promising Young Woman) feature in the critically acclaimed revival of David Hare’s play, directed by Stephen Daldry (The Audience). On a bitterly cold London evening, schoolteacher Kyra receives an unexpected visit from her former lover. As the evening progresses, the two attempt to rekindle their once passionate relationship only to find themselves locked in a dangerous battle of opposing ideologies and mutual desires. Captured live from Wyndham’s Theatre in London’s West End in 2014. Recommended Age 15+

< Back Queers ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 20 May 2022 Queers celebrates a century of evolving social attitudes and political milestones in British gay history, as seen through the eyes of six very different individuals. A young soldier returning from the trenches of the First World War recollects a love that dare not speak its name. Almost one hundred years later, a groom-to-be prepares for his gay wedding. Poignant and funny, tragic and riotous, these monologues cover major events in 20th century gay life – From the danger of imprisonment to the Wolfenden Report of 1957. The HIV/AIDS crisis in the 1980's, and the debate over the age of consent and finally the advent of same sex marriages all told through deeply affecting but uplifting personal rites-of-passage stories. Curated by Mark Gatiss, the monologues were commissioned to mark the anniversary of the 1967 Sexual Offences Act, which decriminalised homosexual acts in private between two men over the age of twenty-one. They were broadcast on BBC Four in 2017 starring Rebecca Front, Ian Gelder, Russell Tovey, Ben Whishaw, Fionn Whitehead and Alan Cumming . They were also staged to acclaim at The Old Vic in London. The Man on the Platform by Mark Gatiss Missing Alice by Jon Bradfield I Miss the War by Matthew Baldwin More Anger by Brian Fillis A Grand Day Out by Michael Dennis Something Borrowed by Gareth McLean Warning: Contains strong language and adult themes. Age Guidance: 14 + This season's productions in our Lauriston STUDIO have been sponsored by

< Back Cupboard Love ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 July 2014 CAST Rusden, Eileen Wallis, Ruby

< Back Up Stream ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 July 2014 CAST Bullivant Erick King, D W Stevens, Catherine Welsh, Malcolm Wilson, Tom Wilkinson, John

< Back Catholic School Girls ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 10 May 2019 DON'T MISS OUR TALENTED GAPA STUDENTS PERFORM 'CATHOLIC SCHOOL GIRLS' By Casey Kurtti. Our eldest GAPA class, aged 15-18, will be performing Catholic School Girls, by Casey Kurtti, in the Lauriston Studio Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd June 2019 at 7.30pm. A satirical comedy that takes place in a 1960's Catholic school, exploring friendship, authority and the pressures of adolescence.

< Back Joseph and his Technicolor Dreamcoat ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 2 October 2017 Joseph and his Technicolor Dreamcoat An Amateur Youth Group Production by arrangement with The Really Useful Group Ltd. Friday 9th March, 7.00pm - age groups 12-16 Saturday 10th March 2.30pm - ages - 5-8 and 8-11 Saturday 10th March 7.00pm - ages 15-18 The show is open for public performances

< Back Harry Potter and The Philosopher's Stone (2001 film) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 January 1970 This is the original film of the book that started it all. You'll need to pinch yourself to comprehend that this film was released nearly 20 years ago, and that Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint are each now over 30 years old! This film has been shown often on television since; this is your chance to experience it as it was originally conceived: on the big screen, with no advertisements, in the comfort of a cosy and welcoming 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 Hymen and Co ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 July 2014 CAST Blackburn, Lydia Green, Freda Lowe, Edgar M Matthews, Marion Thwaite Noble, Jack Parker, N H B Wilson, Tom Wilkinson, John Gee, Mary H

< Back The Greatest Showman (2017 film) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 16 November 2020 This musical was inspired by the life of PT Parnum and his creation of Barnum's American Museum in New York in 1841. With a soundtrack that stayed at number 1 in the UK for almost 3 months, including the hit song This Is Me , and spectacular special effects, this is a film that has to watched on a big screen in a cosy and welcoming auditorium. What better way to spend the last early evening of 2020 ? 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 Jack and the Beanstalk ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 2 June 2014 The Garrick has built up a reputation over the years for its sell out traditional family pantomime, and this year will be no exception with plenty of laughs, songs and audience participation in this GIANT of a favourite adventure packed story. Jack, the cow, the beans, the stalk and a glamorous wedding are all here in this wonderful new version of the popular tale. [gallery columns="7" type="rectangular" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_9957.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_5039.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_9606.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_9782.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_9576.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_9738.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_0140.jpg|"] CAST FAIRY SWEET PEA, A VERY GOOD FAIRY INDEED - Helen Lawrence DAME TROTT, A POOR WIDOW - Steve Swift JACK, HER SON - Kirsty Podlaski SIMPLE SIMON, HER OTHER SON - Adam Gonet KING HERBERT OF MERRY HALE - Jonathan White PRINCESS ROSE, HIS DAUGHTER - Megan Johnstone IVOR BOGEY, A VERY UNPLEASANT MAN - Max George Fone DAISY THE COW - Herself GIANT BLUNDERBORE - Himself CHORUS OF VILLAGERS, MILKMAIDS, SCARECROWS, VEGETABLES, GIANT?S SLAVES & WEDDING GUESTS Choreography ALEXANDRA HOWARTH Costume Design GARRICK WARDROBE Preview in the Messenger Altrincham Garrick keeps it in the family with its pantomime Let us entertain you - Kirsty Podlaski as Jack and Adam Gonet as Simple Simon They're as much a part of Christmas as turkey and cringeworthy cracker jokes, snoring, over fed adults and festive repeats on TV. As children's presents get more expensive and more sophisticated, they still love a trip to the panto. While the grown ups can get away with not acting their age - just for one night. Altrincham Garrick's offering this year is Jack and The Beanstalk, which sees Kirsty Podlaski and Adam Gonet playing two of the lead roles, Jack and Simple Simon. Kirsty described Jack as the "hero" of the piece and Adam said he'll be on a mission to make 'em laugh as "the pantomime comic." When you go to these shows it seems like chaos on stage but in reality, the 'chaos' unfolding before your eyes is planned and executed with military precision. What's the secret of being a good panto performer? Kirsty said: "I think the secret of being a good panto performer is really understanding your place in the panto. For my particular role, I really do have to become that character, push the storyline, remain somewhat serious." Adam added: "The comic characters have to be able to communicate with (and handle) an audience, ad-lib where necessary, and ensure that the high levels of pace and energy required throughout never drop." Many actors, amateur and professional, say that children are often the harshest critics. Is panto still thought of as children's theatre? Adam said: "Pantomime is primarily associated with children's theatre, yes, however you have to remember that there are just as many adults and teens at the shows as there are young kids. It is very much a family show. The traditional family-friendly panto the Garrick puts on is very much aimed at and suitable for the whole family. I think that is the secret to its success."

< Back Hidden Voices ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 10 February 2014 A Chip in the Sugar?by Alan Bennett Directed by Sylvia Stewart Alan Bennett's play about a devoted son whose life is turned upside down when a man from his mother's past shows up. 5 Kinds of Silence?by Shelagh Stephenson Directed by Jacqueline Wheble A one act play that was originally an award winning radio play uses words to sear the images across your memory. A story of a family in which control has become the driving force, where everything has its place and where there are only rules, duties and punishment. CAST Mark Edgar as Billy Carole Carr as Mary Ali Davenport as Susan Di Boyer as Janet David Ades as the Policeman Margaret Kenyon as the Lawyer WARNING ?- This production uses strobe lighting effects and contains strong language [gallery ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3a.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3b.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3c.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3d.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3e.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3f.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3g.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3h.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3i.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3j.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3k.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/lplay3l.jpg|"]