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< Back ABBA Revival ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 17 May 2021 Abba Revival Re-live the magic of a live ABBA concert spanning all the greatest hits from 1972 to 1981. If you love Abba or you’re nuts about Mamma Mia, Revival is the show for you! Voted Winners of the National Tribute Awards by the Agents Association of Great Britain and with 4 consecutive accolades under their belt, Revival™ recently gained accreditation and the privilege of performing a concert tour in ABBA's Sweden homeland. 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 La Traviata: Opera (Theatrical Screening) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 27 July 2021 Verdi’s hugely popular La Traviata returns to the Sydney Harbour water stage featuring a breath-taking soaring nine metre high, 3.5 ton chandelier covered in 10,000 shimmering Swarovski crystals. This glamorous production was captured on location on Sydney Harbour in 2021 in front of a sold out audience. La Traviata features timeless romantic arias, lively choreography, beautiful costumes and spectacular fireworks. It will simply take your breath away. With the twinkling lights of Sydney Harbour, this story of joy and heartache is not one to be missed! 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 NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE - The Seagull ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 31 August 2022 Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones ) makes her West End debut in this 21st century retelling of Anton Chekhov’s tale of love and loneliness. A young woman is desperate for fame and a way out. A young man is pining after the woman of his dreams. A successful writer longs for a sense of achievement. An actress wants to fight the changing of the times. In an isolated home in the countryside, dreams lie in tatters, hopes are dashed, and hearts broken. With nowhere left to turn, the only option is to turn on each other. Following his critically acclaimed five-star production of Cyrano de Bergerac , Jamie Lloyd brings Anya Reiss’ adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s classic play to stage. Filmed live in London’s West End with a cast including Tom Rhys Harries (White Lines ), Daniel Monks (The Normal Heart ), Sophie Wu (Fresh Meat ) and Indira Varma (Game of Thrones ). CLICK HERE (To watch the trailer)

< Back Ross & Rachel - By James Fritz ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 10 April 2021 Filmed on stage at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. Streamed into your homes. Please note that a unique YouTube Link will be sent to you one hour before the start of the performance. ---------- No one told them life was gonna be this way... Ross & Rachel . You know the ones. Will they? Won’t they? On. Off. On again. Off again. On a break. Vegas. Emma. “I got off the plane”... Ross & Rachel tells the mind-bending, heart-breaking story of what happens when a couple that was always meant to be together, gets together. And stays together. James Fritz’s play isn’t about Ross Geller and Rachel Green, the ultimate Friends-turned-lovers. But it’s not - not about them. A dark and uncompromising play that explores romance, expectation and mortality, and the idea of ‘happy-ever-after’ – sold to us by rom-coms and sitcoms, whether it’s Ross and Rachel or Romeo and Juliet – and how this affects our real-life relationships. Suitability: 14+ Contains strong language and adult themes which some viewers may find disturbing.

< Back The Song of Drums ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Bramwell, Madge Brierley, Norman Briggs, Harry Coventry, Betty Dykes, Tom Evans, Mainwaring Gregory, Arnold I Harrison, George Hill, Arthur P Hodgson, E R Kewell, J E Pilkington, Stanley Pye, George H Rodgers, Florence Slinn, Ella Warburton, Kathleen Wilson, Kathleen Winn, Rex Whitehead, Arnold Wilkinson, John

< Back SWEET CAROLINE - Neil Diamond The Ultimate Tribute ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 3 August 2022 It’s time for that night out you have been dreaming of! As we invite you to celebrate with us the life and work of Neil Diamond with Sweet Caroline - The Ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond. Starring renowned tribute artist Gary Ryan, as seen on ‘Stars in Their Eyes’! The show will take you for one special evening, back to where it began. A musical journey celebrating 50 years of some of the greatest music ever written. From Brooklyn to Hollywood, Neil Diamond has left a legacy of great songs which have been covered by every great vocalist. Spanning all genres from the Reggae of Red Red Wine, through the Country of Cracklin’ Rosie, and the Hollywood music of The Jazz Singer. From the producers of Fastlove and The Magic of Motown, celebrate the music that has endured through six generations as we bring you all things Diamond with a sensational live show. Enjoy all the hits such as, Forever In Blue Jeans, America and Love On The Rocks and of course, the unforgettable Sweet Caroline. The good times never seemed so good! Touring the Nation 2022/23 Tickets on sale now! “So good, so good!” This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme. SWEET CAROLINE Facebook.com/SweetCarolineTribute Twitter.com/entertainers_uk Instagram.com/entertainersuk Website: entertainers.co.uk YouTube - https://youtu.be/eDkbv_S7Vqk 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 Les Misérables (2012 film musical) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 31 August 2020 This extraordinary piece of cinema finds an epic filmic language to match the theatricality of the original musical. It will sweep you from the rotting prison hulks, through whorehouses and factories, to the revolution-torn streets of nineteenth century Paris, all the whilst balancing the heartbreaking intimate dramas of the central characters to the magnificent score. 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 Sound of Music (1965 film) ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 January 1970 Yes, this is the well-known 1965 film adaptation of the Rodgers and Hammerstein stage musical, starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. Just in case you don't know the story, it's based on the true-life memoirs of a young Austrian candidate nun, who is sent to the villa of a retired naval officer to be governess to his seven children. After a tricky start, she brings love and music into the lives of the family ... but then the Anschluss of March 1938 looms and she and the family must work out how to handle this major upheaval. This film is often shown on television at Christmas/New Year - but we think that only a big screen and a cosy and welcoming auditorium will let you appreciate fully the gorgeous scenery, the choreography of some of the musical numbers and the vibrant Technicolor 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 Stratton ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 12 August 2019 Ablewhite, Stanley Cullen, Leslie Davenport, Claire Ellis, Eric Smart, Brian Stansfield, John Talbot, Ernest K

< Back An Evening of Mediumship with Gareth Lewis ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 1 November 2021 Enjoy an Evening of Mediumship with Gareth Lewis . Gareth has been working as a medium for over 26 years working in spiritualist churches, halls and small theaters throughout the UK and into Europe. As well as working with some of the worlds best mediums This is a chance to join again with your friends and loved ones in the spirit world. “My journey has been very exciting and I love nothing more than reuniting people with their loved ones and seeing their face and feeling their emotions that alone is my reward”. Gareth x Our reasonably priced bar will be open before 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 Two ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 15 August 2013 It's the usual hectic evening for the Landlord and Landlady as they tend to customers in their busy pub. They present a chirpy, united front for the punters, but the cracks of their strained relationship, caused by a painful, unhealed wound from the past, are about to tear open. As their problems become apparent, we are introduced to the 'regulars' of the pub - a host of eccentric characters, each with their own stories. Amongst the barflies and wallflowers are an ageing womaniser, a troubled old man, and Alice, who's "never been the same since Elvis died. Just two actors take on all fourteen roles between them in Jim Cartwright's beautifully crafted, gentle comedy-drama. (Only two actors need to be onstage at any one time) Two takes you on a journey through the pains, pleasures and passions of a Northern pub life: often touching, occasionally harrowing, but essentially life-affirming. CAST Dave Midgley as Landlord Caroline Hickey as Landlady [gallery columns="4" ids="|"]

< Back The 39 Steps ˂ Previous Production Next Production ˃ to 24 July 2013 The 39 Steps as you've never seen it before in this brilliant, Olivier Award Winning, comic adaptation. This blissfully funny show follows the incredible adventures of our handsome hero, Richard Hanney, complete with stiff-upper lip, British gung-ho and pencil moustache as he encounters dastardly murders, double-crossing agents, and, of course, devastatingly beautiful women. This wonderfully inventive comedy thriller features four fearless actors, playing 139 roles in 100 breath-taking minutes of fun and thrilling action. Seen at the Garrick two seasons ago this popular production demanded a place in the 100th season! If you missed it first time you won't want to miss out again. 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It was my first visit to the Garrick Playhouse & I was hugely impressed by the venue, organisation, play, and especially to the 4 actors involved. Great entertainment, visuals, energy levels, use of humour & involvement with the audience, all those involved should be immensely proud. ?Thanks for a great night. 'Saw it last night - absolutely the funniest play I've ever seen - well done to all the actors and backstage staff!!' 'Just saw The 39 Steps at @AltrinchamG . My cheeks ache from laughing so hard! It's brilliant!!' "Such a fantastic evening tonight, this to me... Along with Fur Coat And No Knickers was the funniest show I've ever seen, all four actors were amazing and so talented, what a performance! Once again brilliant night, cannot wait for the next show" 'Tears rolling down my face at @AltrinchamG Go and see " The 39 Steps" - a brilliantly comic take on a Hollywood thriller. Pure quality!' and actually sent to us DURING the interval!... @AltrinchamG It is hilarious! Well done to all involved. Really enjoying it ;-) Finally from one of the members of the cast... "And so it ends. Sadly our short rerun of The 39 Steps has ended. If you missed it then I suspect that all the team will happily repeat it again soon. Thanks to an amazing crew, director and cast." Messenger Review By Julia Taylor The 39 Steps - the Best Production in Years It's only two years since the Garrick presented The 39 Steps. By popular demand, and with the original cast, they're repeating it in their centenary season. John Buchan's novel about dastardly murders, double-crossing agents and beautiful women, seen in an Alfred Hitchcock film, is adapted for stage by Patrick Barlow. The play is, again, directed by Andrew Close, who makes this the best Garrick production for years. This time, the script even includes the names of all 53 Hitchcock films! Our hero, Sean Duvall, is a moustached and Brylcreemed Richard Hannay, who heads for the Highlands to avoid arrest. His funniest scene is when, in handcuffs. he makes a satirical political speech. With unstoppable energy and a stiff upper lip, he runs around at a furious pace. Barry Spencer and Scott Ransome move even faster. Between them they play 153 characters, quickly changing both outfits and facial expressions, becoming both sexes, goodies and baddies, speaking with Scottish accents, and using exaggerated body language and mime. You feel exhausted just watching their breathtaking skill especially when they play four characters at once! Stephanie Niland is the femme fatale who draws Hannay into her web. She also plays two other women and obviously enjoys roles more suited to a James Bond film. She?s a talented actress who understands the play's comic cut nature. If you saw it before, come again. You won't regret it. Star Rating ★★★★★ Remotegoat Review of The 39 Steps by Julia Taylor Frenetic Comedy never loses it's Allure It's only two years since the Garrick presented The 39 Steps. By popular demand, and with the original cast, they are repeating it in their centenary season. John Buchan's novel about dastardly murders, double-crossing agents and beautiful women, used in a film version by Alfred Hitchcock, is adapted for stage by Patrick Barlow. The play is again directed by Andrew Close who, last time, stepped in at short notice. He ensures the correct frenetic pace in one of the best productions I've seen in a long time. Our hero is Sean Duvall, a moustached and Brylcreemed Richard Hannay who flees London for the Highlands to escape arrest. I love his energy and the lip which remains stiff as he races from place to place at a furious pace. The timing is even faster for Barry Spencer and Scott Ransome. Between them they play 153 parts, popping up all over the place wearing different outfits and wigs, speaking with pronounced Scottish accents, and using exaggerated body language. You feel exhausted just watching them especially when they play four characters at once! The play illustrates three modes of transport in an innovative way. The first is a model plane on a fishing rod which emulates the real thing. It crashes and is replaced by two miniature parachutes. Then comes the steam train, largely shown by mime, and, finally, a car consisting of four chairs and a lectern. All good fun. Stephanie Niland is the femme fatale who draws Hannay into her web. She also effectively plays two other women and obviously enjoys roles more suited to a James Bond film. The small cast give their all but, on this occasion, I should mention John Newton in charge of props. Without his expertise in providing guns and other vital equipment at breakneck speed, the expertise of the cast would be wasted. If you saw it before, come again. It?s even better this time. Star Rating ★★★★★ NODA Review by Kevin Proctor This is a frivolously hilarious and terribly British upper class farce with an intelligent wit encountering murder, secret agents and pretty ladies set to a backdrop of the 1930's. Based on John Buchan's novel and the highly regarded Hitchcock film version, 'The 39 Steps' is adapted by Patrick Barlow and performed by a stellar cast of just four. My favourite aspect of this production is how it's hinted as though the actors play actors who're in a slightly feeble production of 'The 39 Steps' - The apologetic asides to the audience which say 'Yep, can you believe we've 'really' been told to do' this !'? and the embarrassment on the players faces when an actor is perhaps overdosing on 'ham' were all touches of genius! Director, Andrew Close, has worked wonders on this production. I very much appreciated his own inclusions put into the piece, particularly how he'd (just for fun) introduced as many Hitchcock titles into the text which added even more chuckles, some of which were quite ingenious, my personal favourite being 'Mr & Mrs Waltzes from Vienna! particularly after wondering How will they manage to sneak that one in!? This production is silly in the very best sense of the word causing many involuntary chuckles, snorts and giggles - but for some reason this play really does work as a terrific piece of theatre with its stiff-upper-lip manner, the not so staggering special effects which are greatly shameless yet creative, not forgetting the false over acting and prop / set chaos all adding to the endless fun and havoc! The duo of 'clowns' provide masses of characterisations aptly presented by Scott Ransome and Barry Spencer who both appeared to be in their element with this production, they instantly set the tone and kept the show moving installing its pace with their quick-fire changes and tight verbal tennis skills making this pair a very impressive turn. Stephanie Niland smoulders as the femme fatale in each scene, excellently providing a cascade of short lived characters after her impromptu early death she brought glamour and romance to the show with bursts of film noir and Hollywood 1930's lushness. Sean Duvall suitably portrays the man on the run; Richard Hannay, the only constant in the ever changing world of variables. His charm and charisma holds the audience?s attention throughout while he juggles the tone of the play perfectly, wonderfully done! The visuals are central to the hilarity. Every set change, effected by the cast (regardless of how unwilling they may be), is turned into an event, from a hilarious sequence with a movable lamppost to endless window and door manoeuvres all engages the audience deeper into the whirlwind and magic! Although this production does have countless strong advances in its favour I do feel I need to mention the show ran quite long (coming down at 10:30pm) and technically, on occasion, players were performing out of light but - no qualms about it, this spoofy spy thriller made a jolly good evening of theatrical tomfoolery entertainment! Congratulations Altrincham Garrick! 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