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Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Pomona Altrincham Garrick STUDIO 2025/26 Season - A Series of Manc Plays Ran Mar 24, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026 Age guidance 16+ Venue STUDIO Theatre Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £13 - £15 Description Written by Alastair McDowall Directed by Mark Goggins Step into the haunting depths of Manchester’s underbelly, where evil lurks and danger is around every corner. Welcome to Pomona —a place where dreams are overshadowed by darkness. Join Ollie on her desperate quest to find her sister, who has mysteriously vanished. As she navigates this treacherous world, she encounters a cast of unforgettable characters, each hiding secrets that twist reality in unexpected ways. In Pomona , nothing is as it seems. Here at the centre of everything, journeys end and nightmares are born. Age Guidance: 16+ Warning: this production strong and offensive language, and contains scenes that some audience members may find disturbing including violence, blood, kidnapping, death, forced pregnancy, human trafficking, and references to pornographic content, sexism, sexual assault, suicide, and abuse. Reviews Paul Wilcox - North West End UK “An unsettling, intellectually rich and unexpectedly beautiful production — and one that lingers long after the final moment.” “That Altrincham Garrick has chosen to stage such a challenging and unconventional work is notable in itself. That it does so with such clarity, confidence and imaginative flair is genuinely impressive.” Read the full review HERE Rick Bowen - Stagestruck "I’ve seen numerous musicals directed by Mark Goggins and productions of this quality remind me of just how multi-talented he is." Read the full review HERE Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Warning: this production strong and offensive language, and contains scenes that some audience members may find disturbing including violence, blood, kidnapping, death, forced pregnancy, human trafficking, and references to pornographic content, sexism, sexual assault, suicide, and abus Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Railway Children Much loved classic story of family, adventure and trains Ran Apr 8, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026 Age guidance 7+ Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £14 - £19 Description Written by E. Nesbit Adapted for the Stage by Mike Kenny Directed by Jonathan Barker "Try to imagine it as an adventure, all sorts of things might happen." A beloved children’s classic pulls in to the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse for the Easter holidays! When their father leaves suddenly under mysterious circumstances, Bobbie, Peter, Phyllis and their mother must move to a small cottage in rural Yorkshire where life is very different. The children meet new friends, save the day and divert disasters, and along the way discover a world full of imagination, love and resilience. All aboard for Mike Kenny’s delightful adaptation of E. Nesbit's much-loved story of family, adventure and trains. Capturing all of the angsts and exhilarations of childhood, it promises to be a heart-warming treat for all ages! Mike Kenny's version of The Railway Children was first staged at the National Railway Museum in York in 2008, before receiving a major production at Waterloo Station in London in 2010. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Crucible A gripping drama by Arthur Miller about hysteria, fear and the Salem witch trials Ran May 11, 2026 - May 17, 2026 Age guidance 12 + Venue Main House Running time 3 hours (including interval) Tickets Price Range £13 - £18 Description THE CRUCIBLE By Arthur Miller Directed by Joseph Meighan “We are what we always were…” Betty Parris lies in a trance after a childish game spins out of control, and accusations of witchcraft are quickly manipulated by those with something to gain. However, when false allegations reach fever pitch, the devout community of Salem, Massachusetts descends into a cauldron of hysteria, manipulation and paranoia it can never return from… What lies are the townspeople prepared to tell themselves in order to survive? Speak of the devil and he appears. Nobody is safe. Written in the 1950s when the insidious fear of communism gripped America, “The Crucible ” is a devastating portrayal of the human cost of tyranny and vengeance, and a timeless warning to us all. An intense and revolutionary piece by Arthur Miller (Death of A Salesman, A View From The Bridge, All My Sons) - inspired by the 1692 Witch Trials in Salem. This play appears on the recommended Secondary School Reading List. Post Q&A's are available for Schools. Please contact our box office for more information. Reviews 5 STARS - Rick Bowen “This is Altrincham Garrick’s production of the season for me. Three compelling hours in the presence of a cast dripping with talent. Totally unmissable.” Read the full review by StageStruck CLICK HERE The Crucible at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse "shifts attention away from political allegory and towards the intimate failures that allow hysteria to flourish" Read the full review from Paul Wilcox at North West End UK CLICK HERE WATCH OUR TRAIlER - HERE Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning This production contains depictions of physical violence, very loud noises, themes of racism, and references to sex, violence, emotional abuse, torture, hanging and child loss. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Hobson's Choice Altrincham Garrick STUDIO 2025/26 Season - A Series of Manc Plays Ran Apr 28, 2026 - May 3, 2026 Age guidance Venue STUDIO Theatre Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £13 - £15 Description Written by Harold Brighouse Directed by Ros Greenwood Salford. 1880. A father and daughter go head to head in this classic comedy. Widower Henry Hobson is struggling to handle his three grown-up daughters, each seeking a husband and an escape from the family boot-makers’ shop. But with the domineering Hobson spending more time boozing in the Moonraker’s Arms than on the business, the future of the firm and the family is in the hands of eldest daughter, the no-nonsense Maggie. When she sets her sights on the talented boot-maker Willie Mossop, it’s the start of an unlikely partnership that threatens to ruin Hobson’s trade. Reluctantly, he’s forced to make a choice… Reviews Stage Struck - Rick Bowen "The Garrick’s intimate studio theatre turns out to be the perfect setting for a play that still sounds remarkably fresh when you consider it was first performed more than 100 years ago...", "Not a word of the dialogue is lost and all the cast deserve plaudits for the way they bring their respective roles to life..." "A much needed, feel good antidote to these very serious times. Have a right good laugh and enjoy." READ THE FULL REVIEW HERE: https://www.stagestruck.info/blog/2026/4/29/hobsons-choice-altrincham-garrick Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Punk Rock Altrincham Garrick STUDIO 2025/26 Season - A Series of Manc Plays Ran Jun 9, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026 Age guidance 16+ Venue STUDIO Theatre Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £13 - £15 Description Written by Simon Stephens Directed by Meg Brassington “I hate normal people. Normal people should be eviscerated.” Tucked away in a library in a Stockport grammar school, half-a-dozen sixth formers, on the cusp of adulthood, are whiling away the hours… A clatter of teenage thoughts tumble out between the friends. Dreams of Oxbridge, contempt for the locals and of course: sex, sex, sex. But as exams approach and pressures rise, real brutality emerges from behind their playful barbs. And soon there is nothing left but violence. From Manchester power-house playwright, Simon Stephens, Punk Rock is a brutal and urgent examination of contemporary adolescence. Intelligent. Articulate. F***ed. Age Guidance: 16 + Warning: This production contains strong and offensive language, and discussions of self-harm, sexual abuse, racism, homophobia, ableism, body shaming, gun violence, murder, and mental health issues. Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 STARS! "It provides a fittingly powerful conclusion to an outstanding Studio season and confirms once again that the Garrick's investment in young talent continues to pay remarkable dividends." – Paul Wilcox, North West End UK Click HERE to read the full review Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Warning: This production contains strong and offensive language, scenes of extreme violence, and discussions of self-harm, sexual abuse, racism, homophobia, ableism, body shaming, murder, and mental health issues. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Good Life Comedy stage play, based on the hugely popular sitcom Ran Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026 Age guidance 10+ Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £13 - £18 Description When Tom and Barbara Good decide to exchange the pressures of the rat race for an alternative, more sustainable way of living, they set about turning their suburban home in Surbiton into a model of self-sufficiency. They grow their own fruit and veg, keep livestock in the garden, make their own clothes, and even generate their own electricity from manure. It's the good life for them – but not for Margo and Jerry Leadbetter, who live next door, and are desperately trying to maintain the Surbiton status quo. Jeremy Sams' stage play, based on the hugely popular sitcom by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey, reunites the well-loved characters (not forgetting Geraldine the goat) as they get themselves into and out of scrapes – some old, some new, all hilarious. Tapping into issues that resonate now more than ever, The Good Life is a witty reimagining of a television classic, with a wellyful of laughs that's sure to delight audiences everywhere. Reviews "... this is another example of the high-quality productions that have become synonymous with the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse." – Max Eden, North West End UK Read the full review HERE "You're sure to enjoy this slice of suburban silliness." – Rick Bowen, Stage Struck Read the full review HERE "Finally, a special mention should go to Geraldine the goat.... Her presence added an unexpected but highly amusing layer to the production and consistently drew audience attention." – Kathryn Gorton, Number 9 Read the full review HERE Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning This production contains mild language and adult themes. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Activities & Events Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club Date range Tickets £7 Age guidance 16+ Venue Garrick Bar Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time Refreshments from 12pm, Reading to commence 12.30pm. Approx 3 hours Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more If you like theatre...no, if you love theatre, drama, comedy, musical theatre, play reading, poetry and much more and would relish the opportunity to meet new people, then 'Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club' is for you. The event is all about relaxed, no pressure reading and the best way to read a play is to do it out loud, so join us and give it a go! The titles we will be enjoying will be as follows: August - No Play Reading Summer Break 4th September - The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde 2nd October - The Laramie Project by Moises Kaufman 6th November - Blue Stockings by Jessica Swale 4th December - The Good Life by Jeremy Sams Activities & Events Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Previous Next Margaret Norris A well-known local artist from Bowden, Margaret joined the Garrick in the 1975/76 season. Her first set design was for The Liver Birds in 1975; Carla Lane, the writer, attended the first rehearsal. She then started her long connection with the annual pantomime as scenic artist for The Wizard of Oz in January 1976. Unbelievably, she was then heavily involved designing every single pantomime until her last full involvement with Aladdin in 2019. Throughout her long career at the Garrick, she was the scenic artist for every mainstage show, as well as designing many notable productions such as Blithe Spirit , A View from the Bridge , Plaza Suite , A Man for All Seasons , The Dresser , Stepping Out , When We Are Married , Crown Matrimonial , and Around the World in 80 Days --- to name but a few! Outside the Garrick, she was a prominent member of The Altrincham Society of Artists and was well known for her vibrant and colourful floral paintings. She won multiple, prestigious awards locally such as the Betty Day Cup and the Basil Morrison Rose Bowl. In 2019, she was made a Freeman of Altrincham, following her production of a mammoth painting to mark the 700th Anniversary of Altrincham's Charter, which now forms part of Trafford Council's Art Collection. For over 40 years, Margaret was an invaluable fixture at the Garrick, wearing her paint speckled slacks with a paint brush in one hand and an excitable dog in the other. Her talent, wit, warmth and vast experience was appreciated greatly by everyone connected with the Garrick. Back to In Memoriam page

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

Return to Productions Archive Activities & Events Backstage Tour Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes? Now is your chance to look behind the Curtain! Ran Jul 5, 2026 Age guidance All welcome but under 16's must be accompanied by an adult Venue Altrincham Garrick - Meet in foyer Running time 1 hour Tickets Price Range £5 per ticket or Family Ticket (four people) £16 Description Behind the Curtain — Theatre Tours Taking place at Altrincham Garrick Summer Open Day! Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a live theatre production? This is your chance to find out. Our exclusive Open Day theatre tours take you deep into the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, revealing the magic, craft and creativity that brings every show to life. Your one-hour guided tour includes visits to: • The Auditorium — experience the heart of the theatre from the audience's perspective and learn about our extensive history and how it all began. • The Stage — step onto the stage and see the theatre from the performer's view and hear how everything works. • Workshop — discover where sets and props are built and brought to life. • Wardrobe — explore the costume department and its incredible collection. • Scene Dock — see where scenery is stored and prepared for each production. • Prop Dock — browse our wings and the fascinating collection of props from past shows. Each tour lasts approximately 1 hour and is suitable for theatre lovers of all ages. Tickets & pricing : • Full price: £5.00 per person • Family ticket: £16.00 (four people) Please Note - All under 16's must be accompanied by an adult. - Due to the historic nature of the Theatre, please note that this tour includes backstage areas that are accessible by stairs only, as step-free access is not available throughout the building. Tickets can be booked in advance online or from our Box Office. We strongly recommend booking online to secure your place, as numbers are strictly limited. A small number of tickets may be available on the day, but cannot be guaranteed. Don't miss your chance to go behind the scenes at one of the North West's best-loved community theatres. In addition to our backstage tours, we have a packed programme planned between 11am - 4pm, including two free performances on our Main Stage showcasing our Choir, Drama Academy, Lighting & Sound Department, and extracts from productions in our current season, together with a colourful costume parade. These performances will be taking place 12.45pm - 1.25pm and 3.20pm-4pm. There will also be a wide range of activities throughout the day including craft stalls, face painting, food and drink stalls, wacky children's entertainment from Pete Scotson, a bouncy castle, costume sales from our Wardrobe Department and the opportunity to explore our extensive theatre archives and meet our team. All funds raised will support our CHILI Campaign, helping us invest in the future of the theatre. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Visiting Production Pinked Floyd Pinked Floyd: An eight piece Tribute band with a stunning light and video show Ran Jul 4, 2026 Age guidance Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £25 Description This eight-piece tribute band is delighted to return to the Garrick with an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. A stunning light and video show compliment their exciting and amazingly accurate performance of music spanning the entire output of the Floyd, with a selection of tracks from the timeless albums Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, The Division Bell, Wish You Were Here, Animals, A Momentary Lapse of Reason as well as delving deeper into the Floyd back catalogue. Reviews "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’m a lifelong Floyd fan and this was one of the best tribute band performances I’ve ever seen (and I’ve seen plenty)” (Mike Halls). “I've seen a number of Pink Floyd tribute bands over the years and I can honestly say that Pinked Floyd are by far the best. Never have I seen a group full of SUCH incredibly talented musicians, a lead guitarist that's so good you can't take your eyes off him and a singer so unbelievably good you can't breathe .... Pinked Floyd you nailed it!” (Joe Max). “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) Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Strobe Lighting and Effects Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Visiting Production MANIA: The Abba Tribute Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares and join us for MANIA: The Abba Tribute Ran Jul 3, 2026 Age guidance Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £27 Description Direct from London’s West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute show. A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. It is more than 40 years since ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest and they have filled our lives with music ever since. Now it’s your chance to thank them for the music! MANIA brings fans old and new, a memorable night not to be missed. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained, then MANIA: the ABBA tribute is the show for you! Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, and join in with such classics as ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Voulez Vous’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Winner Takes It All’, ‘Super Trouper’ and many, many more. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Visiting Production Tenor Martin Toal's 2026 Summer Concert Summer concert of favourite songs, music and dance from the world of opera, musicals and pop Ran Jul 2, 2026 Age guidance N/A Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £16 - £20 Description TENOR MARTIN TOAL’s 2026 SUMMER CONCERT INCLUDING FAVOURITE SONGS, MUSIC & DANCE FROM THE WORLD OF OPERA. POP & MUSICAL THEATRE, CONCLUDING WITH A LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS AUDIENCE SINGALONG Manchester tenor Martin Toal is back at the Altrincham Garrick to bring you his ever-popular annual one night only summer concert of favourite songs, music and dance from the world of opera, musicals and pop, concluding with a singalong and flag-waving Last Night of the Proms Finale! Returning with Martin in 2026 as guest artists are fiddle player Richard Sanderson, soprano Millie Royle, the June Rendell Academy of Dance and the children’s choir of St Hugh’s Primary school. Performing since 2004, tenor Martin Toal is a top class vocalist and entertainer very much in demand for major sporting, corporate, concert and charity events. He has performed with some of Europe’s top artists including tenor Alfie Boe, sopranos Lesley Garrett and Laura Wright, and Ireland’s Chris de Burgh who described Martin’s voice as “phenomenal”. His performance credits include having sung at all the major UK sporting venues including Old Trafford & the Etihad in Manchester, and Twickenham & Wembley in London! His clients have included the FA, Coutts Bank, the Prince’s Trust, Lord’s Taverners and former Dragons Den star and entrepreneur Theo Paphitis. Martin’s TV & radio appearances include BBC1’s Inside Out, BBC2’s A Band for Britain with actor Sue Perkins, ITV, SKY News, SKY Sports news, and BBC’s radio 2 and 5 live. Book early to avoid disappointment! Reviews “His beautiful voice and perfect expression sometimes brought tears to your eyes but just as you were feeling totally carried away with the romance of it all, he would switch to a foot-tapping rendition of La Donna e Mobile and instantly change your mood”. (Concert review by Julia Taylor) Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Garrick Academy GAPA Summer School 2026 - Week 1 Date range Tickets £185 per week Age guidance 6-18 years Venue Rehearsal Room Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time 10am until 4pm (6 hours per day for the full 5 days) Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Our exciting Theatrical Summer School for young people aged 6–18 is the perfect opportunity to build confidence, develop performance skills, and unleash creativity through drama, games, improvisation, storytelling, and performance. Choose to attend Week 1 , Week 2 , or both weeks – each week will feature different activities and projects , so there will be plenty of new experiences for those joining us for the full two weeks! During the week, students will be working towards a showcase performance on the Friday afternoon of each week, giving everyone the chance to share everything they have created and learned with family and friends and celebrate their hard work and achievements. Summer School Dates Week 1 (Full 5 Days): 27th July – 31st July 2026 (book below) Week 2 (Full 5 Days): 3rd – 7th August 2026 (click here to book) Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm daily Cost: £185 per week Please note that the children would need to bring along with them: A packed lunch and snacks to last the day (6 hours) A notepad A pencil case Comfortable clothing suitable for movement and activity Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your child's place for an unforgettable summer of creativity, laughter, and performance! Garrick Academy Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Academy GAPA Summer School 2026 - Week 2 Date range Tickets £185 per week Age guidance 6-18 years Venue Rehearsal Room Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time 10am until 4pm (6 hours per day for the full 5 days) Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Our exciting Theatrical Summer School for young people aged 6–18 is the perfect opportunity to build confidence, develop performance skills, and unleash creativity through drama, games, improvisation, storytelling, and performance. Choose to attend Week 1 , Week 2 , or both weeks – each week will feature different activities and projects , so there will be plenty of new experiences for those joining us for the full two weeks! During the week, students will be working towards a showcase performance on the Friday afternoon of each week, giving everyone the chance to share everything they have created and learned with family and friends and celebrate their hard work and achievements. Summer School Dates Week 1 (Full 5 Days): 27th July – 31st July 2026 (click here to book) Week 2 (Full 5 Days): 3rd – 7th August 2026 (book here) Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm daily Cost: £185 per week Please note that the children would need to bring along with them: A packed lunch and snacks to last the day (6 hours) A notepad A pencil case Comfortable clothing suitable for movement and activity Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your child's place for an unforgettable summer of creativity, laughter, and performance! Garrick Academy Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

We are always looking for actors of all agesto appear in our productions. No previous experience is necessary, simply sign up here to be auditioned. Get Involved Auditions Come and act in one of the 18 productions that the Altrincham Garrick Society produces each season ! Please refer to the Garrick Actor’s Guide for all information about auditioning for acting roles in our 2025/2026 Season at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. Download the Actor's Guide for the 2026-2027 Season In addition, each production has a dedicated audition pack, which will be uploaded to our website about 4 weeks before the auditions, and which will include information about what to prepare, character descriptions and more. Note that the Altrincham Garrick is a non-professional organisation, meaning that actors are not paid. If you have any questions about the casting process, please email casting@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk Auditions for Upcoming Productions Auditions for ROBIN HOOD - THE GARRICK PANTO - Altrincham Garrick Playhouse AUDITIONS FOR "ROBIN HOOD - THE GARRICK PANTO" - Altrincham Garrick Playhouse The Audition Date for this production is Sunday 12th July The Rehearsal Start Date for this production is Sunday 25th October The Production Dates for this production are 4th December 2026 - 3rd January 2027 (32 Performances) Written by Tom Whalley Directed by Joseph Meighan Assistant Direction by Helen Horridge Musical Direction by Peter England Choreography by Lauren Brown The Merry Garrick Panto that really hits the bullseye! The fine folk of Sherwood Forest are terrorised by the mounting taxes imposed by the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham who’ll stop at nothing to seize the throne of England and claim the fair Maid Marian as his bride. Only the outlaw Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men can save the day. With the help of the hapless Silly Willy and his not so glamorous mother Nanny Fanny, can Sherwood be saved from the Sheriff’s clutches? Or will they be left all aquiver? Packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, audience interaction, toe-tapping tunes, dazzling dance numbers, and a fresh twist on a classic tale, ROBIN HOOD promises to be the perfect theatre outing for the entire family. Whether you're young or just young at heart, this is a magical festive treat you won’t want to miss. AUDITIONS FOR ENSEMBLE, CHILDREN'S ENSEMBLE and PRINCIPAL ROLES! (Some Principals Roles have already been cast) We are a diverse theatre and we welcome auditionees of all ages (above the age of 18) and all genders, ethnicities, sexualities, disabilities and races, to enrich the work of the production. For more information, please check out our Audition Pack below! Rehearsals : Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7.30pm – 10pm, and every Sunday 2pm – 5.30pm Click on our AUDITION PACK below for more information! Download the "ROBIN HOOD" Audition Pack Auditions for Upcoming Productions Auditions for BLACKADDER GOES FORTH - Altrincham Garrick Playhouse AUDITIONS FOR "BLACKADDER GOES FORTH " - Altrincham Garrick Studio The Audition Date for this production is Tuesday 14th July The Rehearsal Start Date for this production is Sunday 11th October The Production Dates for this production are 16th - 22nd November 2026 A stage adaptation based on the original BBC Television Series Created by Richard Curtis, Rowan Atkinson, Ben Elton and John Lloyd Directed by Charlie Tomlinson One of TV’s most enduringly popular comedies returns to the Garrick stage, after our memorable production in 2018. Here, in all of their BAFTA-winning hilarity, are the adventures of the cynical Captain Edmund Blackadder, in his forlorn quest to survive the madness and buffoonery of all who surround him. The play weaves together moments of uproarious comedy and poignant reflection, exploring the absurdity of war and the indomitable human spirit that persists even in the face of adversity. With impeccable timing and a stellar cast, “Blackadder Goes Forth ” promises an unforgettable evening of laughter, nostalgia, and a fresh perspective on the timeless humour of this beloved classic. Content Warning: This production contains the use of theatrical haze and smoke, loud explosions and live gunfire. Presented by permission of United Agents Limited, with all royalty payments going to Comic Relief. We are a diverse theatre and we welcome auditionees of all ages (over the age of 18) and all genders, ethnicities, sexualities, disabilities and races, to enrich the work of the production. Rehearsals : Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7.30pm – 10pm, and every Sunday 2pm – 5.30pm Click on our AUDITION PACK below for more information! Download the "BLACKADDER GOES FORTH" Audition Pack All in-house Garrick productions are cast by auditions. Once you’ve read all the information in the relevant audition pack, and if you wish to audition, then please email casting@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk with the name of the production in the Subject field, and include your name and contact number. By emailing, you will have registered for an audition. To sign up to our Actor’s Mailing List (to receive regular updates about upcoming auditions) please email casting@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Auditions are confirmed and announced here on this page. Auditions are also announced on our own Facebook page and Twitter Feed: https://www.facebook.com/AltrinchamGarrick/ https://twitter.com/AltrinchamG Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Production James and the Giant Peach Date range Tickets £14 - £19.50 Age guidance Age Guidance: 4+ This is a family show without age restrictions - only guidance - but we just ask that you make sure you and whoever you bring along will be comfortable sitting through the show (it's approximately 2 hours long with a 20 minute interval) and don't mind singing, shouting and movement, flashing lights and loud sound effects and a couple of nasty aunts. Unfortunately, if you have to leave during the show, you may not be able to come back in. And all children must be accompanied at all times. Venue Main Auditorium Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more The perfect Easter theatrical treat for the young… and young at heart! Written by Roald Dahl Adapted for the Stage by David Wood Directed by Meg Brassington This Roald Dahl classic is packed full of humour and ridiculousness for all ages. James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting Aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children - his life is lonely and sad. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen and James embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with the most amazing group of characters you could ever meet! In this delightful stage adaptation, Roald Dahl’s classic tale is faithfully told by James himself, along with the insect characters – Miss Spider, Old-Green-Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybird, and Earthworm. Prepare to be taken on a journey of crazy characters, creative costumes and colourful storytelling for the whole Family to enjoy! Age Guidance: 4+ This is a family show without age restrictions - only guidance - but we just ask that you make sure you and whoever you bring along will be comfortable sitting through the show (it's approximately 2 hours long with a 20 minute interval) and don't mind singing, shouting and movement, flashing lights and loud sound effects and a couple of nasty aunts. Unfortunately, if you have to leave during the show, you may not be able to come back in. And all children must be accompanied at all times. Performance Schedule: Thursday 25th March - 7.30pm Saturday 27th March - 1.30pm and 5.30pm (Easter Saturday) Monday 29th March - 6pm (Easter Monday) Tuesday 30th March - 7.30pm Wednesday 31st March - 7.30pm Thursday 1st April - 7.30pm Friday 2nd April - 7.30pm Saturday 3rd April - 1.30pm and 5.30pm Garrick Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Production Pride and Prejudice Date range Tickets £13 - £18.50 Age guidance Age Guidance: 12+ Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more PRIDE AND PREJUDICE: Directed by Carole Carr "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." Experience Jane Austen's classic tale of hate to love, revitalised in this production full of laughter, colour, and life. When it comes to the subject of marriage, headstrong Elizabeth Bennet is determined to resist the mounting pressures and expectations from society. Amidst the glittering swirl of balls, gossip and the hypocrisy of Regency England, Elizabeth encounters the arrogant, aloof, but infuriatingly eligible Mr Darcy. The two are more alike than they care to admit and their tempestuous journey from “tolerable” to love triumphant is one of literature’s most iconic romances. Austen’s most iconic love story is brought dazzlingly to life in this delightful stage adaptation by Andrew Davies, author of the iconic 1995 BBC TV adaptation. If you love your Bridgeton, you simply cannot miss this! Garrick Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Production Cluedo Date range Tickets £14 - £19.50 Age guidance Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Written by Sandy Rustin. Based on the Paramount Pictures Motion Picture and the Hasbro Board Game. Directed by Nick Sample. The hilarious whodunnit play! It’s a dark and stormy night, and you’ve been invited to a very unusual dinner party. Each of the guests has an alias, the butler offers a variety of weapons, and the host is, well . . . dead. So whodunnit? Join the iconic oddballs known as Scarlet, Plum, White, Green, Peacock, and Mustard as they race to find the murderer in Boddy Manor before the body count stacks up. Based on the cult classic film and the popular board game, Cluedo is a madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist. Murder and blackmail are on the menu! Based on the Screenplay by Jonathan Lynn Additional Material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price “CLUEDO is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service Collection. (www.dramatists.com ) Garrick Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Garrick Production Blackadder Goes Forth Date range Tickets £14 - £19.50 Age guidance 12+ Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more A stage adaptation based on the original BBC Television Series. Created by Richard Curtis, Rowan Atkinson, Ben Elton and John Lloyd. Directed by Charlie Tomlinson. One of TV’s most enduringly popular comedies returns to the Garrick stage, after our memorable production in 2018. Here, in all of their BAFTA-winning hilarity, are the adventures of the cynical Captain Edmund Blackadder, in his forlorn quest to survive the madness and buffoonery of all who surround him. The play weaves together moments of uproarious comedy and poignant reflection, exploring the absurdity of war and the indomitable human spirit that persists even in the face of adversity. With impeccable timing and a stellar cast, “Blackadder Goes Forth ” promises an unforgettable evening of laughter, nostalgia, and a fresh perspective on the timeless humour of this beloved classic. Age Guidance: 12+ Presented by permission of United Agents Limited, with all royalty payments going to Comic Relief. Content Warning: This production contains the use of theatrical haze and smoke, loud explosions, and live gunfire. Garrick Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Previous Next Barbara Fraser Barbara is best known at the Garrick for her role as Bookkeeper in the 1980s and 90s, when she kept a tight grip on the budgets and expenditure of Department Heads. It was not unusual to receive a late-night phone call asking for an explanation why a particular purchase had been made. Her fun side came out in her regular performances in the Old Time Music Halls in the 1970s and 80s (see photo), and she occasionally took small roles in plays. Barbara also took a full part in social activities and worked in the coffee bar. Back to In Memoriam page

Garrick Production Disney's FROZEN Date range Tickets £18 - £20 Age guidance Recommended 6+ Strictly No Under 4's Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more For the first time in forever, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by snowstorm at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse! In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she’s desperately tried to conceal from her sister take control, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends on Arendelle, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of hardworking ice harvester Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage. Full of magic, humour, and a stunning music, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love. Directed by Joseph Meighan Garrick Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Previous Next Ian Crownshaw Ian was Head of Lighting for several seasons in the 1980s and 90s. The first play he worked on was Joking Apart by Alan Ayckbourn, in 1981. Highly committed to the Garrick, he built up a departmental team, was keen on installing new tech into the theatre, designed some sets, and acted as an ASM occasionally. He was also heavily involved with Alistair Donkin's Gilbert and Sullivan Society, one of the annual visiting societies to the theatre. Back to In Memoriam page

Visiting Production The Take That Experience Date range Tickets £25.50 - £27.50 Age guidance - Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time 1 hour 50 minutes (including 20 minute interval) Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more The UK’s Number 1 tribute to Take That - The Take That Experience is ready to relight your fire!!! As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK's number one boy band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as the ultimate tribute act with their best show yet! Wowing audiences everywhere they go with their amazing vocals, replica costumes and electrifying dance routines, they continue to successfully recreate the magic of Take That with the ‘Greatest Hits Tour’. Join Gary, Howard, Mark, Jason and of course the ultimate entertainer Robbie for an evening of hit after hit, that has earned Take That iconic status and without doubt the title of the UK’s favourite boy band. The Take That Experience has been endorsed by Nigel Martin Smith, Take That’s original manager as the closest thing to Take That. The Take That Experience perform all the classic songs you know and love from the 90s through to the present, including smash hits Pray, Relight My Fire, Patience, Shine , These Days and Giants ! The show also features a solo set from the one and only "Robbie Williams" who brings alive firm fan favourite songs Angels , Rock DJ, Candy and of course Let me Entertain you to an already explosive show! The boys don’t just give you a night you’ll Never Forget ... they give you The Take That Experience! Visiting Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews “A show you will never forget!” Audience Member “The closest thing to Take That ” Nigel Martin Smith (Take That’s original manager) “An experience you won’t want to end ” The Stage Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions Then There Were None Ran Jan 19, 2004 - Jan 24, 2004 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Take ten characters - all with carefully hidden guilty secrets - put them on a remote island from where escape is impossible and let the murders begin. Where is the host, and presumably the killer, hiding himself? Or is the murderer one of the guests? Who will be the next victim? To find out, make a date to see this thrilling production. CAST Hugh Everett as Captain Lombard Ros Greenwood as Vera Claythorne Trevor McKie as Anthony Marston Mike Shaw as William Blore Frank Boylan as General Mackenzie Pat Williamson as Emily Brent Roger Metcalfe as Sir Lawrence Wargrave Richard Frost as Dr. Armstrong David Leathlean as Rogers Mollie Woodbine as Mrs Rogers Brian Moore as Narracott Directed by Paul Jaynes Designer: Juliet Jones Sound: Colin Woods Lighting: Fred Isaac-Dixon Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Visiting Production Endless Love Singing voices at the ready, dancing shoes on and 'Let's party all night long!' Ran May 23, 2026 Age guidance Venue Main House Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £28 - £30 Description Step into a night of show-stopping vocals, dazzling performances, and a sensational live band in Endless Love The Show- the ultimate celebration of Diana Ross and Lionel Richie. Brimming with iconic hits and timeless classics, this spectacular show features chart-toppers including I’m Coming Out, Dancing on the Ceiling, Upside Down, Say You Say Me, Chain Reaction, All Night Long, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, Hello, You Can’t Hurry Love and, of course, the No. 1 duet of all time, Endless Love, plus many more! With authentic arrangements inspired by Lionel’s and Diana’s original touring productions, Endless Love is a thrilling, joy-filled journey through some of popular music’s greatest hits. This show will have you singing, dancing, and reminiscing from start to finish. A truly dazzling production that captures the glamour, emotion, and energy of these two musical icons together for the first time in one unique show. From the magical Motown era, irresistible 80s & 90s anthems, and infectious dance floor hits -Endless Love has it all. You already know every word - so warm up those vocals, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to party... All Night Long! Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Contains loud noises, flashing lights and special effects. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

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

Previous Next Terry Chandler Terry Chandler was a very well-known figure throughout Manchester dramatics, and the theatre is very proud that he called the Garrick "home". He performed on the Garrick stage many times, and will always be remembered for the role of Albin in La Cage Aux Folles , which became his from the first moment he pulled on his frock. La Cage Aux Folles was such a success that it was performed for a total of 8 times, due to unprecedented public demand. A Garrick record. Many in the audience came to multiple performances, often in fancy dress. The show created an electric atmosphere and the finale was always greeted by a standing ovation. Terry also performed his Albin at Oldham Coliseum. . Terry also served on the Executive Committee, and directed many plays and musicals at the Garrick and elsewhere. He won awards from NODA and GMDF both for acting and directing, and NODA established "The Terry Chandler Award for Best All Round Performer" in his memory. Terry died tragically too early, of a heart attack in 2008, leaving his wife Anne and daughter Laura to carry on his support for the Garrick. See also this tribute from the Manchester Evening News. Back to In Memoriam page

Visiting Production A NIGHT TO REMEMBER - MOTOWN SHOW Date range Tickets £31 Age guidance n/a Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time tbc Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more BACK AT THE GARRICK FOR 2 NIGHTS BY POPULAR DEMAND! A Night To Remember: Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time. Starring The Voice UK finalist, Bizzi Dixon, and backed by the soulful vocal dynamics of The Motown Divas, this musical celebration is sure to have you singing along and dancing in the aisles and the streets. Don’t look any further! Reach out and grab your ticket to find out just how sweet it is to party all night long. This live show is guaranteed to be a night to remember! Visiting Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

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Rent our theatre prop Swords and Daggers - a large variety Available. Garrick Hire Prop Swords, Knives and Miscellaneous The Garrick offers a range of bladed weapons and related miscellaneous items for hire About the Armoury Prop Gun & Rifle Hire Prop Swords, Knives & Miscellaneous Hire prop swords, fake knifes and daggers directly from us, here at The Garrick in Altrincham. We have a large collection suitable for film/movies, TV and all kinds of theatrical performances, from pantomimes to whodunnits and dramas. All of our stage swords and other pointed weapons are stored at a secure location in Altrincham. Note that these are not for fancy dress parties, stag dos or other party events – we do not have a licence to rent out to the general public. There are strict rules and regulation surrounding the hire and carrying of these items. We also have a number of interesting related items for hire that you may require to sit alongside the prop swords and prop guns hire. These items don’t fit neatly into the other sections, so we have separated them out below. Please take a look at the photos below, then contact us and give us an idea of the type of production you are engaged with. We will be happy to advise on which type of weapon(s) you need, and can then give you a quotation and timescale for rental. Alternatively, if you know exactly what you require then please include the reference numbers from the photo. Please fill in our online form , ring us on 0161 928 1677 or send us an e-mail, to hire@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Hire Form Prop Swords From prop pirate cutlasses suitable for pantomimes, such as those seen in Peter Pan above, to classic replica gladiator, claymore, classic long swords, epees and Samurai swords (as seen in movies such as like Kill Bill), we have a large collection for hire. Prop Knives & Daggers We have a large collection of prop knifes, stilettoes and daggers including retractable knife props (with retractable blades), suitable for stage, screen and television. There are knives from almost every era, including prop machetes, flick knifes and kirpans. Miscellaneous Items to Hire Other weapons include prop duelling pistols, fake Uzi , prop hand grenades & mortar bomb, Note that items 1& 2 are no longer available. Accessories include prop truncheons, western gun holsters, prop handcuffs, cowboy belts and shoulder holsters. Hire Form Join our mailing list Subscribe

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

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production The Widowing of Mrs Holroyd Ran Jan 2, 1920 - Jan 2, 1920 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By D H Lawrence CAST Bott, Miss Hill, Arthur P Matthews, Marion Thwaite Nixon, Beryl Nixon, Philip N Nixon, Walter S Owen, Gwen Pownall, Clarence Warburton, George A Warburton, Ida Winn, Rex Wilkinson, John Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions Blackadder Goes Forth Ran Nov 5, 2018 - Nov 10, 2018 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description MARKING THE CENTENARY OF THE END OF WORLD WAR ONE (ALSO SUPPORTING COMIC RELIEF) Based on the well loved television series, we are taken back to the First World War, with all the usual characters are involved in many anarchic situations. Blackadder and Baldrick are just two of the many characters who are caught up trying trying to escape the war. Laugh out loud comedy throughout but with an unforgettable ending. We are also delighted to be featuring, in our programme and an exhibition in our Foyer, the cartoons of Noel Whittles MC, a soldier from Altrincham, who served in the First World War. These cartoons, mostly never seen before have been kindly lent to us by his family. CAST Captain Edmund Blackadder - Steven Finney Private S. Baldrick - Michael Gallagher General Sir Anthony Cecil Hogmanay Melchett - David Beddy Lieutenant The Honourable George Colthurst St Barleigh - Hugh Everett Captain Kevin Darling - Steve Searcy Corporal Perkins - Charlie Gallagher Field Marshal Haig - Charlie Tomlinson Sergeant Jones - Richard Finney Private Robinson - Sam Evans Driver Parkhurst & Nurse Mary - Emma Turner Brigadier Smith - Roberto Lavorini Private Tipplewick - Ollie Tomlinson The Production is proudly sponsored by UNKNOWN On the Sunday after the last night of Blackadder we have A Special Commemorative Celebration marking the end of World War One, 100 years ago, on the 11th November 1918 Proceeds going to The British Legion Poppy Appeal The concert will feature at least 20 well know Garrick performers in memory of 'The Fallen' - especially the 29 who gave their lives from the 'bravest little street in England' - Chapel Street - Altrincham, appropriately set on the set of 'Blackadder' Production Photographs by Vish Sharma Reviews Review by Rick Bowen for Stagestruck WHAT makes a good sitcom? For me, one of the most important things is for the TV viewers to take the characters to the hearts and warm to them. Here we have an embarrassment of riches, from the bumbling Private Baldrick to the crown prince of the put down, Captain Edmund Blackadder, brought so engagingly to life on the small screen by Tony Robinson and Rowan Atkinson. I never thought I’d feel the same deep seated warmth for these characters again. But in Charlie Tomlinson’s flawless and fabulous stage production I felt it - in spades. As Blackadder, Steven Finney treats us a one man comedy masterclass and displays a sense of timing that is simply sublime. He can also make you laugh when he doesn’t actually say anything and while there are echoes of Atkinson, he’s more than succeeded in putting his individual stamp on this classic part. Michael Gallagher is equally memorable as his sidekick and the butt of his jokes, Baldrick. There’s a natural rapport between the two of them. Rehearsals must have been a hoot. In this particular outing, Blackadder and Baldrick are fighting for King and country in the First World War. They’re trying to keep their spirits up as they’re waiting for the next offensive, “the big push,” to begin. While Blackadder is unashamedly cynical about the War and what he sees as a senseless loss of life, the scriptwriters, Richard Curtis, Ben Elton, John Lloyd and Rowan Atkinson, never cross into irreverence and maintain the respectful tone needed when tackling a subject as difficult as this one. If their script was a drink it would definitely be vintage champagne and not a word is wasted by a cast that includes a superb Hugh Everett performance as the unbelievably dense Lieutenant The Honourable George Colthurst St Barleigh. This production made me laugh until my sides ached but when the ending came the tears were in my eyes. And I, as a lifelong fan of this TV classic, knew what was coming. Star Rating ★★★★★ Review by Max Eden for North West End If there has ever been a time to revisit the Classic BBC television series; Blackadder, it would be this week - with this Sunday marking the centenary of the end of the First World War and the First World War being very much in the forefront of people’s minds. So, when I had the opportunity to see the theatre production of Blackadder Goes Forth at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse this week, I jumped at the chance. First things first, this production is anything but amateur, it’s slick, funny and professional throughout. The script written by Richard Curtis, Rowan Atkinson, Ben Elton and John Lloyd’s is as razor sharp as it was when it first aired with hilarious set ups and gags throughout and has been cleverly adapted for the stage. As with most productions; the cast can make or break a show like this and in this case; it’s the cast who makes this show as powerful as it is. The lead; Captain Blackadder is played by Steve Finney who has embraced the mannerisms and style of Rowan Atkinson down to the very last detail, it’s no surprise when you realise he’s played Blackadder before in 2015 because he’s just too good not too. Finney is joined by a stellar cast including the hilarious Michael Gallagher who plays Baldrick and David Beddy who plays General Sir Anthony; both of which are wickedly funny with impeccable timing and delivery throughout. The entire cast deserve high praise for this production and I couldn’t fault any of them for what was a magnificent performance. Directed by Charlie Tomlinson who also plays Field Marshal Haig; you are immediately transported back to the trenches of WW1 and thanks to an impressive set design which features full sized trenches and dorms which are West End quality sets. This show is wickedly funny throughout until the end, but nothing can prepare you for that final scene which so cleverly puts the men who fought the war right in the forefront of your mind; the choices they had to make and the sacrifice they did in order for us to live today. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room tonight as poppies fell from above once the cast had gone ‘over the top’. A wonderful production with a stellar cast and witty script which poignantly remembered the fallen just when we weren’t expecting it. Verdict: Anything but Amateur, this is magnificent! Star Rating ★★★★★ Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Visiting Production In The Air Tonight - The ultimate tribute to Phil Collins Date range Tickets £32 Age guidance Venue Main House Trigger warning Find out more Book now Running time TBC Group bookings Find out more Accessibility Find out more Get ready for a Night to Remember – as we bring the unforgettable sound of Phil Collins to life! This is IN THE AIR TONIGHT - the ultimate live tribute to the one and only Phil Collins. From the epic drum breaks to the soul-stirring ballads, this showbrings the sound of ageneration roaring back to life. Relive the magic of Phil’s greatest moments – from his Genesis roots to his incredible solo career - in a concert that will have you singing, swaying, and dancing all night long. Starring an electrifying live band, powerhouse vocals, and a stellar cast of musicians, In The Air Tonight captures the unmistakable energy, emotion, and drive of Phil Collins like neverbefore. Featuring all the classics, including:“You Can’t Hurry Love,” “Take Me Home,” “I Wish It Would Rain Down,” “One MoreNight,” and the explosive “In the Air Tonight” - with that drum solo performed live and louder than ever. Don’t miss your chance to experience the sound, the soul, and the sheer brilliance of Phil Collins -live on stage! Visiting Production Book Tickets Wed 15 Oct Last few left 00:00 Show more times Trailer Reviews Gallery Friends of the Garrick Become a Friend of the Garrick! You can buy discounted tickets and support your local theatre. Become a Friend Now Join our mailing list Subscribe

The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse recognizes its duty of care under the Children and Young Persons Act 1963, the Child (Performances) Regulations 1968, the Protection of Children Act 1999 and the Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000. The Academy Altrincham Garrick Child Protection Policy Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is the beating heart of the community. A theatre, cinema, youth academy and community creative social place for all to enjoy. The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse recognizes its duty of care under the Children and Young Persons Act 1963, the Child (Performances) Regulations 1968, the Protection of Children Act 1999 and the Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000.The society recognizes that abuse can take many forms, whether it be physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse or neglect. The society is committed to practice which protects children from harm. All members of the society accept and recognize their responsibilities to develop awareness of the issues which cause children harm. The society believes that: The welfare of the child is paramount; All children, whatever their age, culture, disability, gender, language, racial origin, religious beliefs and/or sexual identity have the right to protection from abuse; All suspicions and allegations of abuse should be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately; All members and employees of the society should be clear on how to respond appropriately. The society will ensure that: All children will be treated equally and with respect and dignity; The welfare of each child will always be put first; A balanced relationship based on mutual trust will be built which empowers the children to share in the decision making process; Enthusiastic and constructive feedback will be given rather than negative criticism Bullying will not be accepted or condoned; All adult members of the society provide a positive role model for dealing with other people; Action will be taken to stop any inappropriate verbal or physical behaviour; It will keep up-to-date with health & safety legislation; It will keep informed of changes in legislation and policies for the protection of children; It will undertake relevant development and training; It will hold a register of every child involved with the society and will retain a contact name and number close at hand in case of emergencies. The society has child protection procedures which accompany this policy. This policy should also be read in conjunction with the society’s Theatre Handbook and Health & Safety Policy. The society has a dedicated Child Protection Officer, who is in charge of ensuring that the Child Protection policy and procedures are adhered to. This policy will be regularly monitored by the Executive Committee of the society and will be subject to annual review. Child Protection Procedures Responsibilities of the Society At the outset of any production involving children the society will: Undertake a risk assessment and monitor risk throughout the production process; Identify at the outset the person with designated responsibility for child protection; Engage in effective recruitment of chaperones and other individuals with responsibility for children, including appropriate vetting (if necessary in consultation with the local education authority); Ensure that children are supervised at all times; Know how to get in touch with the local authority social services, in case it needs to report a concern. Parents The society believes it to be important that there is a partnership between parents and the society. Parents/guardians are encouraged to be involved in the activities of the society and to share responsibility for the care of children. All parents will be given a copy the society's Child Protection Policy and procedures .All parents/guardians have the responsibility to collect (or arrange collection of) their children after rehearsals or performances. It is NOT the responsibility of the society to take children home. Unsupervised Contact The society will attempt to ensure that no adult has unsupervised contact with children. If possible there will always be two adults in the room when working with children. If unsupervised contact is unavoidable, steps will be taken to minimize risk. For example, work will be carried out in a public area or in a designated room with a door open. If it is predicted that an individual is likely to require unsupervised contact with children, he or she may be required to obtain a criminal record disclosure. Physical Contact All adults will maintain a safe and appropriate distance from children. Adults will only touch children when it is absolutely necessary in relation to the particular activity. Adults will seek the consent of the child prior to any physical contact and the purpose of the contact shall be made clear. Managing sensitive information The society has a policy and procedures for the taking, using and storage of photographs or images of children. Permission will be sought from the parents/guardians for use of photographic material featuring children for promotional or other purposes. The society’s web-based materials and activities will be carefully monitored for inappropriate use. The society will ensure confidentiality in order to protect the rights of its members, including the safe handling, storage and disposal of any sensitive information such as criminal record disclosures. Suspicion of abuse If you see or suspect abuse of a child while in the care of the society, please make this known to the person with responsibility for child protection. If you suspect that the person with responsibility for child protection is the source of the problem, you should make your concerns known to the Chairman. Please make a note for your own records of what you witnessed as well as your response, in case there is follow-up in which you are involved. If a serious allegation is made against any member of the society, chaperone, venue staff etc., that individual will be suspended immediately until the investigation is concluded. The individual will be excluded from the theatre; rehearsal rooms etc. and will not have any unsupervised contact with any other children in the production. Disclosure of abuse If a child confides in you that abuse has taken place: Remain calm and in control but do not delay taking action. Listen carefully to what has been said. Allow the child to tell you at their own pace and ask questions only for clarification. Don’t ask questions that suggest a particular answer. Don’t promise to keep it a secret. Use the first opportunity you have to share the information with the person with responsibility for child protection. Make it clear to the child that you will need to share this information with others. Make it clear that you will only tell the people who need to know and who should be able to help. Reassure the child that they did the right thing in telling someone. Tell the child what you are going to do next. Speak immediately to the person with responsibility for child protection. It is that person’s responsibility to liaise with the relevant authorities, usually social services or the police. As soon as possible after the disclosing conversation, make a note of what was said, using the child’s own words. Note the date, time, any names that were involved or mentioned, and who you gave the information to. Make sure you sign and date your record. Recording In all situations, including those in which the cause of concern arises from a disclosure made in confidence, the details of an allegation or reported incident will be recorded, regardless of whether or not the concerns have been shared with a statutory child protection agency. An accurate note shall be made of the date and time of the incident or disclosure, the parties involved, what was said or done and by whom, any action taken to investigate the matter, any further action taken e.g. suspension of an individual, where relevant the reasons why the matter was not referred to a statutory agency, and the name of the persons reporting and to whom it was reported. The record will be stored securely and shared only with those who need to know about the incident or allegation. Rights & Confidentiality If a complaint is made against a member of the society he or she will be made aware of their rights under the society's disciplinary procedures. No matter how you may feel about the accusation, both the alleged abuser and the child who is thought to have been abused have the right to confidentiality under the Data Protection Act 1998. Remember also that any possible criminal investigation could be compromised through inappropriate information being released. In criminal law the Crown or other prosecuting authority has to prove guilt and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Accidents To avoid accidents, chaperones and children will be advised of ‘house rules’ regarding health and safety and will be notified of areas that are out of bounds. Children will be advised of the clothing and footwear appropriate to the work that will be undertaken. If a child is injured while in the care of the society, a designated first-aider should administer first aid and the injury will be recorded in the society’s accident book. This record will be counter-signed by the person with responsibility for child protection. If a child joins the production with an obvious physical injury a record of this will be made in the accident book. This record will be counter-signed by the person with responsibility for child protection. Criminal Record Disclosures If the society believes it in is in its best interests to obtain criminal record disclosures for chaperones or other personnel it will inform the individual of the necessary procedures and the level of disclosure required. An Enhanced disclosure will be required. The society will have a written code of practice for the handling of disclosure information and aim to prevent misuse. Chaperones Chaperones will be appointed by the society/appointed persons for the care of children during the production process. By law the chaperone is acting in loco parentis and should exercise the care which a good parent/guardian might be reasonably expected to give to a child. The maximum number of children in the chaperone’s care shall not exceed 12. Potential chaperones may be required to supply photographic proof of identity and two references from individuals with knowledge of their previous work with children, unless already well known to the society. They may also be asked to sign a declaration stating that there is no reason why they would be considered unsuitable to work with children. Chaperones will be made aware of the society’s Child Protection Policy and Procedures. Where chaperones are not satisfied with the conditions for the children, they should bring this to the attention of the director/stage manager. If changes cannot be made satisfactorily the chaperone should consider not allowing the child to continue. If a chaperone considers that a child is unwell or too tired to continue, the chaperone must inform the director/stage manager and not allow the child to continue. No child of compulsory school age is permitted to do anything which may endanger life or limb. This could include working on wires or heavy lifting. Chaperones should tell the director/stage manager to cease using children in this way, and should contact the local authority. During performances, chaperones will be responsible for meeting children at the stage door and signing them into the building. Children will be kept together at all times except when using separate dressing rooms. Chaperones will be aware of where the children are at all times. Children are not to leave the theatre unsupervised by chaperones unless in the company of their parents/guardians. Children will be adequately supervised while going to and from the toilets. Children will not be allowed to enter the adult dressing rooms. Chaperones should be aware of the safety arrangements and first aid procedures in the venue, and will ensure that children in their care do not place themselves and others in danger. Chaperones should ensure that any accidents are reported to and recorded by the society. Chaperones should examine accident books each day. If an accident has occurred, the producer is not allowed to use that child until a medically qualified opinion has been obtained (not just the word of the parent or child). Chaperones should have written arrangements for children after performances. If someone different is to collect the child, a telephone call should be made to the parent/guardian to confirm the arrangements. Children should be signed out when leaving and a record made of the person collecting. If a parent has not collected the child, it is the duty of the chaperone to stay with that child or make arrangements to take them home. This policy is applicable to and focuses on, children of compulsory school age and below. A child is required to attend school unless they are over the age of 16 on 31st of August, or until the last Friday in June after their 16th birthday. Join our mailing list Subscribe

Terms and Conditions for The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Terms and Conditions T&C’s for Sale of Tickets GDPR Privacy Policy Health and Safety Policy Child Protection Policy Terms and Conditions for the Sale of Tickets The customer’s attention is particularly drawn to the provisions of Clause 2 (basis of contract). Table of Contents Interpretation Basis of contract Tickets & Entry Terms of Admittance Cancellation Delivery Consents and Prohibitions Liability Data Protection Third Parties Governing Law Jurisdiction 1 Interpretation 1.1 Definitions: “Conditions ” Means the conditions for the purchase of Tickets made between a Customer and The Theatre “Customer ” The person or firm who purchases a Ticket from The Theatre “Event ” Means any entertainment event or performance occurring at the Venue in respect of which Tickets are sold “The Theatre ” Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Limited,Barrington Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA15 1HZ “Promoter ” Means the entity which is staging/producing the Event. “Staff ” Employees and volunteers of The Theatre “Tickets ” Means any item which confirms the right to attend the Event “Venue ” Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Limited, Barrington Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA15 1HZ 1.2 Interpretation: 1.2.1 A reference to a statute or statutory provision is a reference to it as amended or re-enacted. A reference to a statute or statutory provision includes any subordinate legislation made under that statute or statutory provision, as amended or re-enacted. 1.2.2 Any phrase introduced by the terms including, include, in particular or any similar expression, shall be construed as illustrative and shall not limit the sense of the words preceding those terms. 1.2.3 A reference to writing or written includes email. 2 Basis of contract 2.1 All Tickets are sold subject to availability and these Conditions. 2.2 The order constitutes an offer by the Customer to purchase a Ticket in accordance with these Conditions. 2.3 The order shall be deemed as accepted upon purchase of a Ticket. As such the Customer should read these Conditions prior to purchase. 2.4 These Conditions apply to the contract to the exclusion of any other terms that the Customer seeks to impose or incorporate, or which are implied by trade, custom, practice or course of dealing. 2.5 Customers may purchase tickets online at https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . Completion of the booking process shall constitute an offer to purchase the Tickets subject to these Terms and Conditions. Acceptance of this offer will only take place once a Booking Confirmation has been sent to the registered email address, not when the credit/debit card is charged. 2.6 If a Customer makes a group booking they accept these Terms and Conditions on behalf of all members of the group and are responsible for any payment which may be due as a result of any member of the group’s actions. 3 Tickets & Entry 3.1 The price of all Tickets are specified on The Theatre website at https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk . 3.2 All Customers must produce a valid Ticket for the Event in order to gain entry to the Venue. All valid tickets must be retained by the Customer for the duration of the Event and made available for inspection on request by a member of Staff. Inability to produce a valid Ticket may lead to expulsion from the Venue. 3.3 It is the Customer’s responsibility to contact The Theatre if a Ticket is lost, damaged or destroyed. Duplicate Tickets may be issued at the discretion of The Theatre (on the evening of the performance only). In such instances photographic identification and proof of address may be requested. 3.4 The Customer is responsible for ensuring that the information on their Ticket is correct. Customers are encouraged to bring any error to the attention of The Theatre as soon as possible. 3.5 The Theatre will use reasonable endeavours to contact Customers if an Event is cancelled/postponed. It is the Customer’s responsibility to check for changes to the Event prior to attending. 3.6 All children regardless of age require a Ticket. 4 Terms of Admittance 4.1 The Theatre reserves the right to refuse admission to a Customer or to eject them from the Venue at any point during an event if in The Theatre’s reasonable opinion a Customer’s behaviour is not suitable for the Event. No Ticket refunds will be available is such instances. Such behaviour includes, but is not limited to, a Customer: 4.1.1 acting in an aggressive manner; 4.1.2 being abusive to, or compromising the safety of any member of Staff, Promoters’ representatives, performer or other Customer; 4.1.3 distracting other Customers from enjoying the Event. 4.1.4 being under the influence of alcohol or drugs; 4.1.5 any breach of these Conditions or statutory law. 4.2 Customers are not allowed to smoke or use e-cigarettes at the Venue. 4.3 Whist reasonable efforts shall be made by The Theatre to give warnings to Customers regarding special effects it is the responsibility of each individual to seek further information or medical advice. 4.4 Mobile phones and any other electronic equipment (e.g. cameras) must be switched off during the Event and no unauthorised recording equipment is allowed in the Venue. Any unauthorised recordings or photographs may be confiscated and destroyed. Neither The Theatre nor the Promoter will be responsible for any loss sustained. 5 Cancellation 5.1 No refunds are available unless the Event is cancelled, postponed or if the Event is materially changed. A material change in the context of these Conditions is a change which, in The Theatre’s reasonable opinion, makes the Event materially different from that booked by a Customer. A cast change, use of understudies and alteration of running time are not considered a material change. 5.2 Exchanges are only permitted at the discretion of the theatre manager and due to exceptional circumstances. If so agreed, the exchange must be for the same event and no later than 5 days before the performance takes place. Exchanges are subject to a £1.00 per ticket administration charge. 5.3 If an Event is cancelled Customers will be refunded the face value of the Ticket. The Theatre will endeavour to refund any monies by the same means as it was received. 5.4 If an Event is postponed or rescheduled the Customer will be offered alternative Tickets. If the alternative Ticket is cheaper the Customer shall be reimbursed the difference. Conversely, if the alternative Ticket is more expensive the Customer shall pay the difference. If the Customer does not wish to take up the offer of an alternative Ticket then they shall be refunded the face value of the Ticket for the cancelled Event. 6 Delivery 6.1 If a Customer chooses to receive their Ticket by post or via the print-at-home facility then it is their responsibility to contact The Theatre if no ticket is received within 7 days of booking. If The Theatre is not notified of the non-receipt of the Ticket then no refund, alternative Ticket or duplicate Ticket shall be offered. 6.2 Tickets shall be posted to the Customer by second class post within 48 hours of the booking being made. The Theatre will not accept any liability for any Tickets mislaid or lost by Royal Mail. 6.3 A delivery fee of £1 per transaction shall be applied in addition to the Ticket price in respect of all Tickets sent from the Box Office to a UK address. For deliveries outside of the UK, Customers are encouraged to contact the Box Office to make additional arrangements. 6.4 Any Tickets booked 7 days or less before the Event is scheduled to take place must collect their Tickets from The Theatre Box Office. 6.5 When collecting Tickets from The Theatre Box Office Customers may be required to provide photographic identification and proof of address. 7 Consents and Prohibitions 7.1 The resale of Tickets is prohibited. The Theatre takes no responsibility for the validity of Tickets purchased through unauthorised facilities. 7.2 By purchasing a Ticket, Customers are deemed to consent to being filmed or photographed where the event or performance is being filmed or photographs taken. 8 Liability 8.1 The Theatre shall not be responsible for any injury to the Customer or loss, theft or damage of Customer’s belongings, other than that caused as a direct result of negligence or other breach of statutory duty. 8.2 Subject to clause 8.1, The Theatre’s total liability to the Customer, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, arising under or in connection with the Conditions shall be limited to the total amount paid for Tickets. 8.3 Nothing in clause 8 excludes or limits liability for death, personal injury or fraud. 8.4 Neither party shall be in breach of this Contract nor liable for delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Contract if such delay or failure result from events, circumstances or causes beyond its reasonable control, such as power or equipment failure. 8.5 Arrangements, including but not limited to, travel and accommodation, are booked at the Customer’s risk and The Theatre shall not be liable for any additional costs associated with the cancellation of the Event. 9 Data Protection 9.1 The Theatre may use your personal information together with other information for providing services marketing administration and training. We may also keep your information for a reasonable period in order to contact you about our services. Although you may decide by giving us notice in writing at any time that you no longer wish to receive marketing materials. By accepting these terms you are giving your consent to these activities. 10 Third Parties 10.1 No one other than a party to the Conditions shall have any right to enforce any of its terms. 11 Governing Law 11.1 The Contract, and any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with it or its subject matter or formation shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with the law of England and Wales. 12 Jurisdiction 12.1 Each party irrevocably agrees that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with the Contract or its subject matter or formation. 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Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Peter Pan - The Garrick Pantomime The High Flying Garrick Pantomime Ran Dec 10, 2021 - Jan 3, 2022 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description OUR FESTIVE SHOW FOR 2021/22 IS OUR PANTOMIME VERSION OF ‘PETER PAN’ The High Flying Garrick Pantomime BOOKING NOW! Journey to Neverland for a high-flying Pantomime adventure you’ll never forget! The forever-young Peter Pan sails through the skies to bring Wendy and the Darling children to the Lost Boy’s enchanted island, where the fearsome Captain Hook rules over the high seas. Written by Tom Whalley and based on the timeless book by JM Barrie, the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse brings you a perfect Pantomime for all the family. Fairies, mythical creatures, pirates, singing, dancing and flying! Take the second star to the right and keep straight on ’til morning and we’ll see you in Neverland! By Tom Whalley Directed by Joseph Meighan and Val Watkinson Musical Direction by Peter England Choreography by Vanessa Cockburn Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Di and Viv and Rose The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran Jun 4, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024 Age guidance 14+ Venue Studio Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £12 - £14 Description “How do you want to live here? I mean we could come and go and lead separate lives. Or we could really live together. What do you think?” Three women are thrown together in their late teens. They are very different people but it isn’t long before they are living in each other’s pockets. Life is a blast and together they can do anything. But life also has unexpected plans for them... A funny, moving and surprising story of friendship’s impact on life, and life’s impact on friendship. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

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

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions The Cemetary Club (sic) Ran Jan 31, 2000 - Feb 5, 2000 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By: Ivan Menchal Directed By: Bill Clancy THE GOLDEN GIRLS - Ida, Lucille and Doris are - The Cemetary Club (sic). Every month they meet at Ida's to go and visit their respective husbands, graves. They gossip, bitch a little and prepare to become joint bridesmaids at a friend's umpteenth wedding and ... prepare for the future. A delightful comedy of romance. CAST Maureen Casket Leila Glancy Adele Singer Roger Metcalfe Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions And Then There Were None Ran Jan 13, 2014 - Jan 18, 2014 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Adapted from one of the bestselling books of all time, Agatha Christie's classic, spine-chilling thriller sees a disparate group of people invited to a house party on a remote and inaccessible island. As dinner is served, the guests begin to realise that their host, the mysterious Mr Owen, is absent. After dinner, the guests hear an eerie voice accusing each of them in turn of murder, and it soon becomes apparent that they've not been invited for the jolly sojourn they had thought. Before long, the bodies are stacking up. Banish the January doldrums with a night of thrilling suspense. CAST Rogers - Brian Howlett Mrs Rogers - Margaret Kenyon Fred Narracott/Narrator - David Richardson Vera Claythorne - Kate Millington Phillip Lombard - Jonathan Black Anthony Marston - Stuart Bilson William Blore - Mark Edgar General MacKenzie - John Westbrook Emily Brent - Sandra Thomas Dr Armstrong - David Ades Sir Lawrence Wargrave - David Reynolds Prompt - John Chidgey ASM - Anne O'Reilly Reviews NODA Review by Kevin Proctor While many playwrights bring out the best in their characters, Christie is unafraid to mine the worst in hers. The story involves eight guests who have never met each other lured by a cryptic invitation to a deserted island and marooned, along with two house servants. A nursery rhyme suggestively embossed above ten little statuettes tells them how each of them will die. After a mysterious voice accuses each of the Guests having gotten away with murder the group begins dwindling one-by-one, but who has it in for this odd collection of individuals invited to spend a weekend mini-break on an exclusive remote island. Direction by Ros Greenwood enhances the plot and the personality of the play as well as the energy and chemistry of the cast. Ros had approached the piece as a revival rather than a re-enactment presenting the piece for a modern audience which translated really nicely and without any impede to the style and intended delivery of the text. Ros also took charge of designing the set, rather than sticking to the traditional three wall parlour set as instructed in the script, she'd gone for a more contemporary feel as she'd included the outdoors with her staging which created something a little more interesting given the setting and script refer to the island and the surrounds of the house, it created some attractive visuals and added to the eerie ambiance. From the modern approach to the staging, the piece didn't feel as dated as I'd have expected it to; it seemed more of a morality play than a whodunit romp and an examination of the nature of justice. It's very difficult to mention the performances without giving too much of the plot away to anyone who may not have seen or read the piece before but the cast is uniformly excellent and boasting some well-known Garrick faces. In particular David Reynolds is tremendous, playing Lawrence Wargrave with just the right mixture of pillar-of-the-community uprightness and subtle sadism. Kate Millington gave a strong delivery as the secretary who adds a touch of glamour to the gathering and Jonathan Black gave strength as the morally ambiguous Phillip Lombard, but, in all, the entire ensemble cast worked incredibly well as a team and bar the odd exception, no one really out shone anyone else which is commendable. I appreciate that the eerie chills approach is more in keeping with Dame Agatha, and we certainly got them in bucket loads but for the deaths, I like to see some gore, it's a thriller, right? Perhaps being a little more gruesome (wherever possible) would have been fun, but I appreciate that may just be my morbid side creeping to the surface. David Richardson as the Narrator/Fred Narracott certainly was mysterious and brought the perfect tone and haunting stare to his performance which was perfectly understated as it needed to be but quite discomfiting, lovely! It is enormous fun witnessing the ten little sailor boys getting their comeuppance. Old-fashioned hokum you may say, but by the end, this makeover mystery with a moral twist leaves you feeling that the Queen of Crime has, in her own understated way, gunned down an entire class of decadent Brits. Congratulations AG! Messenger Review by Rick Bowen When you think about it, it's perfectly logical who the baddie is in And Then There Were None. The character, whose identity I won't reveal, is just too calm and collected as the assembled party guests start falling like nine pins. As the other characters try to make sense of the macabre events, this cool customers disects them with the calm rationale of a forensic scientist. But Agatha Christie being Agatha Christie, she does throw in a red herring and I'm sure some members of the Altrincham Garrick audience will be fooled by her trickery. The production has been directed by Ros Greenwood who has designed a set that makes us feel just as trapped and claustrophobic as the poor souls marooned on the island. It conjurs the atmosphere of a funeral which is rather apt when you consider the fate awaiting most of the unfortunates lured to the coastal retreat. The suspense is largely maintained throughout and I particularly liked David Reynolds as Sir Lawrence Wargrave and Sandra Thomas as the horrendous Emily Brent, a good Christian woman who seems to have forgotten the compassionate part of Christianity. David Richardson also has quite a presence as the Narrator, with a singing voice that is as pleasurable as it is chilling. I'm not an Agatha Christie fan but this is an enjoyable night out, with moments of genuine shock and surprise that just might make certain audience members jump. Star Rating ★★★ Review by Julia Taylor of remotegoat Classic Whodunnit keeps you guessing The Garrick, in their centenary year, shine their spotlight on a writer who has been going almost as long as they have. She is Agatha Christie and they have chosen And Then There were None, previously known as Ten Little Indians and, before that, Ten Little N..s, to represent her work. It is set in Soldier Island in 1938 where a group of well-heeled guests have answered the invitation of Mr and Mrs U N Owen. It transpires that the eight arrivals and their two servants are all responsible for the deaths of others as one by one, they are seen off. At the same time, ten ornamental little sailor boys are individually despatched. The first to pop his clogs is the car mad Anthony Marston. Stuart Billson comes up with a realistic choking fit and dies. The next death, to servant Mrs Rogers (Margaret Kenyon), is far less dramatic. She apparently dies in her sleep. More dramatically, John Westbrook's General Mackenzie, who threatens Kate Millington's Vera. is stabbed in the back. And so it continues. Their chief suspect, Rogers, the butler, (Brian Howlett) is ruled out when he is mown down by an axe. I am particularly impressed with Kate Millington's portrayal of the glamorous Vera Claythorne especially since she is on stage most of the time. I also like David Reynolds as Sir Lawrence Wargrave. You look every inch a judge in those robes, David. Sandra Thomas does well, too, as the humourless Miss Brent. I am disappointed with the colourless set designed by Ros Greenwood who also directed. It leaves the large cast with nowhere to sit and often standing in an uncomfortable line. For that reason I was on the verge of giving the play three stars. That was before the final scene where the dead return as ghosts and the living, before they expire, reveal who the culprit is. A tribute to Ros's directing skills, this excellent scene upped my review to four stars. It's more like doing a puzzle than watching a play but equally enjoyable. Star Rating ★★★★ Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions Camelot The first production on stage after the major Auditorium and Foyer refurbishment of 1999 Ran Oct 18, 1999 - Oct 23, 1999 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Directed By: Terry Chandler Music by Frederick Loewe Book & Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner The Court of Camelot receives Guinevere as King Arthur's Queen. The fame of Arthur's Round Table brings the cream of Knighthood to Camelot and none is more renowned than Lancelot du Lac. Guinevere is attracted to Lancelot and is torn between her love for Arthur and her fascination for Lancelot. When their illicit love is revealed by Mordred they are sentenced to burn, but escape to France where Arthur finally forgives them. This breathtakingly glamorous musical will have costumes designed and made by our Wardrobe Master, Mike Shaw, will be under the direction of Terry Chandler and Mark Goggins will be our musical director. One not to be missed! Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Productions The Desperate Hours Ran Jan 1, 1960 - Jan 1, 1960 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description Allen, R Carter, Lyndsay Gee, Ian McDowall, Joyce Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Unravelling the Ribbon The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran Mar 19, 2024 - Mar 24, 2024 Age guidance 14+ Venue Studio Running time TBC Tickets Price Range £12 - £14 Description The touching - and frequently hilarious - story of three women whose lives are touched by breast cancer. Rose is thirty-four and lives on a farm with her husband and two children. She worries she may have married too young. Lola is fifty and wants to sell her home. Nobody ever calls and she has stopped opening her post. Lyndsey is eleven and her best friend has stopped sitting beside her in art class. When breast cancer touches their lives, everything starts to unravel - Rose's marriage falls apart, Lola gets arrested and Lyndsey hides a cooked ham in a thorn bush... A moving and powerful tale of friendship and survival. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning This production contains some upsetting scenes Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

We are always looking for new talent (of 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. Support the Garrick Financially We receive no public funding. Contribute towards your local theatre and help us continue to produce great entertainment. The Altrincham Garrick is a registered charity, and we receive no public funding from any other organisation, or from our regional or local council. We value any and all support you can provide. The Altrincham Garrick aims to support and entertain the local community, and your kind donations will sustain us and will support future developments. One Time Donation Offer general support, or contribute to our HVAC appeal Custom Donation Amount Select a Preset Amount £100 £250 £1,000 £100 is small but generous, because ... every little counts it will subsidise a place in our Academy for a full term for a local young person aged 7-18 £250 is even more generous, because ... it pays for the lights on one of our panto performances £1000 is absolutely tip-top, because ... it contributes to half of our monthly business taxes Recognition Name I would like this donation to be anonymous I would like to dedicate this donation to someone Add to Basket Monthly Donations Select a Monthly Donation Amount £10 £25 £50 £100 £200 £1,000 Add to Basket Want to speak with someone before making your gift? Our team would love to hear from you. admin@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk 0161-928-1677 We’re happy to answer any questions and help you explore the giving option that’s right for you. For businesses: Sponsor the Campaign Join our mailing list Subscribe

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Half Term Holiday Clubs|Lauriston Studio The History Girl Ran Apr 1, 2022 - Apr 2, 2022 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description The History Girl University is an opportunity for students to explore the subjects they love and to develop their skills. For Becky, it's also a time for indecision. Having second thoughts brings its own challenges. Becky's Lecturer, Laura, sees the makings of an outstanding student in Becky. It's just case of finding the character from history that's going to turn her on to the subject. Becky also finds herself falling for her course leader, Connor. As we share Becky's journey through history , we encounter the struggle for women's emancipation and the place of women in this world...and someone else. Someone who believes in her cause. Someone in who's cause Becky can believe. Will Becky find Kitty before she quits the course? This is the story about being able to learn from history ...if we can't learn from history , then we're doomed to repeat it..." The History Girl by Elaine McCann and Dean Sumner, with additional material by Miranda Watkin. Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Activities & Events Level 1: Musical Theatre Movers (Block 2 - Weekly) Musical Theatre Movers: Aimed at complete beginners or those who prefer a relaxed pace Ran May 19, 2026 - May 19, 2026 Age guidance 18+ Venue Annex Running time 1 hour per week Tickets Price Range £12 per week Description Get Ready to Move, Dance and Have Fun at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse with our Musical Theatre Dance Classes. Perfect for anyone aged 18+ who wants to learn, improve, or simply enjoy the joy of dance. Our second weekly, block of six classes starts on Tuesday 14th April and runs until Tuesday 19th May. £12 per week. Spaces are limited, so secure your place now! Musical Theatre Adult Dance Classes: Level 1: Musical Theatre Movers Time: 5pm – 6pm Focus: Coordination, light exercise, and fun. This introductory class is designed for absolute beginners or those who prefer a relaxed, slower pace. There is no prior dance experience necessary. The sessions focus on basic rhythmic movement and low-impact exercise set to musical theatre hits. It is a welcoming environment centred on physical activity and the enjoyment of the genre. Gentle, fun and social - why not come and have a cuppa and a chat afterwards in the Garrick bar? Classes led by Louise Pettitt Louise trained at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance, graduating with a degree in dance and the performing arts. She holds a Master’s Degree in Creative Practice and Education and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. Her professional theatre credits include Cats (UK, Italy, Portugal Tours), Beauty and the Beast understudy Belle (UK Tour), Starlight Express understudy Pearl (Bochum, Germany), Verve (UK Tour), Aura Dance Company (UK), and Cinemagique (Costa Cruises). Television and recording credits include Casualty 1909 (BBC), Nightmare in Suburbia (Nine Lives Media), Holland’s Meat Pies Commercial (MTP), and Starlight Express New Songs (Universal Music). Louise has choreographed numerous shows and musicals for leading vocational dance and performing arts colleges, including Move it , Sadler’s Wells Making Moves , Rambert Elements , Chicago (Waterside Arts), A Chorus Line , Guys and Dolls , The Phantom of the Opera , and Scrooge! The Musical . She has held prestigious roles as a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader at leading Higher Education institutions. Her choreography for Altrincham Garrick Playhouse includes A Chorus Line , Beautiful , Merrily We Roll Along , Chitty Chitty Bang Bang , The Sound of Music , and Priscilla Queen of the Desert . Beginners and Intermediate/Advanced classes are also available to book. So whether you’re taking your first dance steps or looking to brush up your skills, there’s a place for you at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse Musical Theatre Dance Classes . Come move, dance, and discover your rhythm ! Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production Pennyroyal The Studio 2023/2024 Season - A Series of All Female Plays. Ran Jan 23, 2024 - Jan 28, 2024 Age guidance 14+ Venue Studio Running time 1 hour and 20 minutes with no Interval Tickets Price Range £12 - £14 Description “I think of my body sometimes like it's stubborn. We're not good friends. Like it's a spooky hotel, and I'm a ghost haunting it. 'Cause you don't live in a hotel, you just pass through.” When Daphne is diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency at the age of nineteen, her sister Christine steps in to help in the only way she knows how: by donating her eggs. For a while, the world seems corrected. But as the years go by – and Daphne sets out on the long road of IVF – the sisters' relationship begins to twist. Pennyroyal is a heartrending new play by Lucy Roslyn about sisterhood and motherhood, enduring love, and regrets many years in the making. Inspired by Edith Wharton's 1922 novella The Old Maid , it premiered at the Finborough Theatre, London, in 2022. This play runs at 1 hour and 20 minutes with No Interval. Reviews 5 Stars from Rick Bowen at Stagestruck who describes the play as "Exceptional, a must see" To read the full review, CLICK HERE: https://www.stagestruck.info/blog/2024/1/23/pennyroyal-lauriston-studio Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning This production contains very strong language and some upsetting themes including infertility and IVF Treatment. Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive

Return to Productions Archive Garrick Production She Stoops to Conquer Ran Jan 2, 1921 - Jan 2, 1921 Age guidance Venue Running time Tickets Price Range Description By Oliver Goldsmith CAST Bonson, John P Bullivant, Erick Calderbank, Arthur Churm, V Ida Dykes, Tom Kerridge, Stanley Matthews, Walter R Owen, Tom Pye, George H Slinn, Ella Walsh, Katie Warburton, George A Wilson, Tom Wood, Doris Woodhead, Fred Wilkinson, John Reviews Gallery Trailer Trigger Warning Documents related to this Production View the Programme View the Advertising Poster Return to Productions Archive