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At The Garrick

The shows listed below are tribute shows, and in no way are affiliated with any original artists/estates / management companies or similar shows.

Thurs 31 August 7:30pm

Get ready as we spice up your life, taking you back for good and hit you one more time with the ultimate 90s party night out!

The music of a generation brought to life with fantastic vocals, genius costumes and of course; all the dance moves you know and love.

From Take That to Oasis, Spice Girls to Supergrass get ready for this non-stop 90s extravaganza as we set you free and pump up the jam with songs by Britney Spears, Ricky Martin, The Vengaboys, Bryan Adams, Boyzone, Shania Twain, Aqua, Lou Bega, Eternal, Bewitched, Wet Wet Wet, Ace of Base, 2 Unlimited, S Club 7, Gina G, Pulp, Blur, Shampoo, and many more.

All Tickets £28.00

Sun 3 September 7:30pm

It’s time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters.

Featuring Gordy Marshall’s The British Carpenters, starring the fantastic Sally Creedon as Karen Carpenter and with an incredible cast made up of musicians straight from London’s West End.

Bringing to life all the hits, including Close to You, Top of the World, Rainy Days and Mondays, Please Mr Postman, Goodbye to Love and many more as we recreate the soundtrack of our lives. The original Carpenters tribute is back with a brand-new show for 2023!

Tickets: £29.00 Garrick Friend £27.00

Thursday 2 November 7:30pm

Join top UK Queen tribute band, Queen One Vision for an intimate evening of Queen classic hits performed live.

Queen One Vision are regular UK tribute festival headliners, so enjoy this opportunity to experience such classic hits as Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites The Dust, We Will Rock You, I Want To Break Free, Don’t Stop Me Now and Radio Gaga in a more intimate setting.

Authenticity and attention to detail abound. Queen One Vision possess a fantastic level of musicianship with truly brilliant vocal performances from Eddie Devlin as the great Freddie Mercury. Our official Brian May Guitar’s Tribute Artist Les Norton takes the part of the amazing Brian May with an authentic Red Special.

Bring your best singing voices and raise the roof with us at this truly amazing tribute to Freddie Mercury and the music of Queen. This fully costumed performance is a show not to be missed.

All Tickets £25.00

At The Garrick

Saturday 4 November 7:30pm

Paul Young –Behind the Lens

He’s been a major star for four decades. Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit Everytime You Go Away, not forgetting an appearance at Live Aid and more. Paul sustained that success – while having fun in his tex-mex band, Los Pacaminos. Now, on the 40th anniversary of No Parlez, he’s releasing a remarkable new record and publishing his extraordinary memoir; both called Behind The Lens He’s touring the UK, too, where he’ll meet fans, sing hits and tell stories about his incredible career. It’s time to revel in the classic hits and learn the stories behind them as Paul steps out from Behind The Lens.

Tickets: Meet n' Greet - £80.00

(Best seats in the house, Goody bag, pre-show meet'n'greet - please arrive at 5.45pm)

VIP - £45.00 (Goody bag, next best seats)

Standard: £30.00

Weds 8 November 7:30pm

Thurs 9 November 7:30pm

Marti Pellow –

Pellow Talk, The Lost Chapter

has been the most intimate show I’ve done….. I wanted to do some more shows in this way and The Lost Chapter is a re-imagined show that connects you, the audience, with me, the songwriter. It’s Pellow Talk –The Lost Chapter, an exploration of the songwriter, and the songs that make the man.”

Tickets:

Meet ‘n' Greet: £90.00

VIP: £50.00

Standard: £33.00

This production was Sold Out before we went to press, but please register your interest in applying for any returns.

It was the sound of a nation, the beat of a generation. Made in Motor City recreate the classic sounds of Tamala Motown during the 1960s & 70s. The band comprises of high quality musicians dedicated to recreating the ‘sounds of the ‘Motor City’, fronted by the band’s incredible vocal trio 'The MiMettes'. If you're a fan of Martha Reeves, The Temptations, Supremes, Marvin Gaye & many more Motown legends, this is a show not to be missed!

Tickets:£22.00

Garrick Friends

£20.00

Saturday 11 November 7:30pm

If you are looking for the ‘Ultimate Feel Good Experience’, this show is not to be missed!

Re-live the fantastic sounds of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, presented in the unique ‘Timeless’ style, in this slick, fast moving and vibrant show, bringing you some of the greatest songs ever written performed by a cast of world class West End and International singers and dancers.

This highly acclaimed, hugely enjoyable production continues to captivate audiences worldwide with their beautiful harmonies, brilliant choreography and over 100 stunning costumes reflecting each era.

An unforgettable show packed with fun, energy, and a few laughs along the way.

Fabulous Choreography! Stunning Costumes!

Great Harmonies! Fantastic Performances!

“Visually stunning, incredible performances, an all-round fantastic show!”

YOUR Local Theatre

The Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is one of the best live theatre venues in the South Manchester area. Wherever you are seated in our comfortable 401seat Main Auditorium, you are guaranteed both excellent leg room and an unhindered view of the stage.

The Playhouse has it’s own car park offering FREE PARKING to patrons. Inside the complex, we also have our own in-house facilities. A professional workshop, creating our own scenery, as well as lighting, sound, props and wardrobe departments, all of which wouldn’t be out of place if they were found in a top professional theatre.

In addition to our Main Stage, a 50-seat Studio Theatre allows for the staging of more intimate productions. In both venues, you are guaranteed a warm, friendly welcome from our incredibly dedicated teams of volunteers, who work in conjunction with the Box Office and Bar staff to enhance your visit.

The Garrick Playhouse is fortunate to be able to attract many of the most gifted local performers to appear in our own productions, as well as being able to draw on the best creative and directorial talent from the region. While our own in-house productions are classed as nonprofessional, everything about the theatre is set up and run with a completely professional outlook... which is absolutely right for one of the best live performance venues in the area.

GET HERE!

Altrincham Garrick Playhouse is situated on Barrington Road, just off the A56 which links Manchester and the M60 to the M56 (Junction 7), and also enjoys easy links via the A560 to Timperley, Stockport and beyond.

Using public transport, the Playhouse is just 6 minutes walk from Altrincham Bus Station / Metrolink Station in Altrincham Town Centre. A Metrolink tram arrives every 6 to 12 minutes from Manchester City Centre (and beyond!).

We look forward to welcoming you!

Garrick Playhouse Bar

The Bar is open from 6.45pm until 11:00pm on performance nights, and between 8:30pm until 11:00pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of non-show weeks. The bar is available for hire on non-show weeks by arrangement. Please contact admin@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk

Script Hire

Set and single copies available. Just 50p per copy per week with a £5 deposit (returnable).

Costume Hire

Full productions only. Regrettably, no fancy dress hire. By arrangement with the Wardrobe Dept. Call 0161-925 5134 or e-mail wardrobe@altrincham garrick.co.uk

Theatre Hire

The Main Auditorium, Studio Theatre and Rehearsal Rooms are available for hire for a wide range of uses. For details of facilities including Conference, Exhibition & Meeting, Presentation and Lecture, all with full catering facilities, please contact admin@altrincham garrick.co.uk

Advertising & Sponsorship

Interested in Sponsoring a show, or advertising in our Programmes? Great deals available! Simply contact admin@altrinchamgarrick.co.uk

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 the new 'Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club' is for you.

Here is an opportunity for you to have fun whether you are an enthusiast, a participant or something else altogether.

No matter if you have never read a play before, if you studied a play or two in school or are a die-hard enthusiast, all are welcome to join us as we read our way through an extensive list of plays and musicals new and old.

Play readings take place once a month in the Garrick Bar.

The event is all about relaxed, no pressure reading, so don't worry about not reading things correctly or in a certain way. We're all working through it together.

Whilst some of us have taken part in plays, we're not about deep intellectual debate either. We may discuss a play but no one is ever expected to have previous knowledge of a play.

The best way to read a play is to do it out loud, so join us and give it a try?

Our reasonably priced bar and coffee bar will be open too. So if you would like to see what we have to offer before committing, then you are most welcome to have a drink with us and soak up the atmosphere.

The first session is free and thereafter it will be a minimum of £5 per person, or as much as you wish and are able to donate to support your local Theatre.

Book Online

Visit our website at www.altrincham garrick.co.uk, and follow the links.

Book by phone

Call the Box Office on 0161-928 1677 (Option 1). All reserved seats must be paid for within 48 hours of booking.

Booking Fees

There is an additional £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made either by phone or when booking online. There are no booking fees charged for tickets bought by people visiting the Garrick’s Box Office in person.

Refunds and Exchanges

No refunds are available unless the Event is cancelled, postponed or materially changed.

Exchanges are only permitted at the discretion of the theatre management and due to exceptional circumstances.

If an Event is cancelled Customers will be refunded the face value of the Ticket.

The Box Office will try to re-sell tickets subject to a £1 per ticket exchange fee, on the understanding that the sale of the Garrick's own available seats takes priority.

Disabled Facilities and Wheelchair Access

We do require advanced booking for Wheelchair users. Wheelchair spaces are available in the Auditorium, and there are toilets and lifts for disabled patrons.

The Main Auditorium can accommodate 4 wheelchairs, and the Lauriston Studio can also accept up to four.

The Garrick’s car park includes four disabled parking spaces – Please display permits at all times and only use these spaces if you have a current permit.

Book in person

Box Office Opening Hours:

Monday - Friday (Every Week):

11.00am - 4.00pm, 6:00pm - 8.30pm

Saturday (Every Week):

9.00am - 12.00 noon

Production Weeks:

11.00am - 4.00pm, 6:00pm - 9.00pm

Ticket Prices for Plays:

Playhouse Main Stage Productions:

Mondays:

£12.00 Full Price, £10.00 Friends

Tuesdays - Saturdays: £16.00 Full Price, £14.50 Concessions, £12.00 Friends

Garrick Studio Productions: £14.00 Full Price, £12.00 Friends

Ticket Prices: for Shows:

MUSICAL: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG: £20.00 Full Price, £18.50 Concessions, £17.00 Friends, £15.00 Children, £17.00 25U

MUSICAL: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG: £18.50 Full Price, £17.50 Concessions, £16.00 Friends, £16.00 25U

FAMILY SHOW: TREASURE ISLAND: £17.00 Full Price, £15.50 Concessions, £13.00 Friends, £12.00 Children, £13.00 25U

PANTOMIME: SLEEPING BEAUTY: £18.00 Full Price, £16.00 Concessions, £14.00 Friends, £14.00 25U, £13.00 Children

CINEMA: NT LIVE SCREENINGS: £20.o0 Full Price, £18.00 Concessions

CINEMA: MOVIE SCREENINGS: £6.o0 Full Price, £5.00 Garrick Friends

Seating Plans: Garrick Playhouse Main Stage Garrick Studio

Conducted by Dan McDwyer

Every Thursday night at the Garrick!

Altrincham Garrick Show Choir is all about the joy of singing together and creating music in a relaxed, fun and social environment. A non-stress and non audition Community Show Choir at your local theatre!

As well as joy, laughs, music and harmony, Altrincham Garrick Show Choir builds and encourages a healthier and safer way of singing and improves musicality by working on vocal technique, rhythm, pitch and harmony part singing in every rehearsal, boosting your confidence!

Singing together is a hugely wonderful and exciting experience. It’s also a great social event. Come on down and get involved today!

£65.00 for a 13-week term to be paid at the start of each term (£5.00 a week)

Available for Wheelchair seating. Advance booking required.

Avast there, me hearties!

It’s time to set sail with the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse this Easter Holiday for an action-packed, swashbuckling adventure on the high seas to TREASURE ISLAND!

It's a dark and stormy night. Jim, the inn-keeper's granddaughter, opens the door to a terrifying stranger. At the old sailor's feet sits a huge sea-chest, full of secrets. Jim invites him in - and her dangerous voyage begins…

Gathering a motley crew of sailors and pirates, Jim sets sail on the mighty Hispaniola bound for a lost island and untold fortunes. The ship’s charming cook, Long John Silver quickly befriends Jim but as the island draws near, danger lurks beneath the surface. Will Jim and her friends find the buried gold, or will the one-legged pirate be the death of them all?

This thrilling new adaptation by Bryony Lavery of Treasure Island premiered at the National Theatre, London, in December 2014.

Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story of murder, money and mutiny is the perfect treat for all the Family! Oh… and feel free to bring your parrot along too!

Age Guidance: 6 +

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

Book by George Furth

Directed by Joseph Meighan

Musical Direction by Mark Goggins

Spanning three decades in the entertainment business and told in reverse order, Merrily We Roll Along charts the turbulent relationship between composer Franklin Shepard and his two lifelong friends — writer Mary and lyricist & playwright Charley.

An inventive, cult-classic ahead of its time, Merrily We Roll Along features some of Stephen Sondheim’s most celebrated, personal and beautiful songs including “Good Thing Going”, “Not A Day Goes By” and “Our Time”.

This unmissable Musical Comedy is a spirited and cautionary tale for anyone who has ever pursued a dream.

Originally opening on Broadway in 1981, and having countless revivals and and revisions along the way, Merrily We Roll Along found great success in 2013 when London’s Menier Chocolate Factory produced the production, which subsequently transferred to the Harold Pinter Theatre to critical acclaim - the most five-star reviews in West End history - and winning the Olivier Award for Best Musical. It has most recently returned to Broadway, starring Daniel Radcliffe.