Altrincham Garrick 2001 Autumn/Winter Season

Altrincham Garrick

PLAYHOUSE

2021/22 Autumn/Winter Season

WED 8 SEPTEMBER 7:30pm

THE UPBEAT BEATLES

Tickets: £22.50

FRI 10 SEPTEMBER 8.00pm

SEANN WALSH

BACK FROM THE BED

Did you miss The Beatles rst time around?

Don’t miss them now!

The Upbeat Beatles are a rockin’ band with tight musicianship and powerhouse vocals!

You’ll be jumping from the word go!

There isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why!

Breath taking harmonies and guitar solos all wrapped up in Scouse humour, the audience will be left on an emotional high.

From the depths of the Cavern to the Apple roof top, through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road, their attention to detail will draw you into the world of the Beatles like no other show.

If you love the Beatles you'll love this show, and if you don't love the Beatles you'll love this show!

Hello, Seann here. Did you know that the comedians have to write their own blurb? I nd that absolutely insane. What am I meant to say? “I’m fantastic, come and look at me talk”?

I don’t know.

It’s me.

I do stand-up.

I guess I can start with the fact I renamed the tour. Sticking with ‘Same Again?’ felt a bit triggering after the year we’ve had. So it is now called Back from the Bed. Some of the material will be the same as I had always planned and some of it will be new because it will be difcult to avoid mentioning the last year in which millions of decent people tragically lost their lives to TikTok. Unquestionably the best observational comic of his generation – The Guardian

Tickets: £15.00

SAT 11TH SEPTEMBER 7:45pm

PINKED FLOYD

AGE GUIDANCE – STRICTLY 14+ (Likely to be swearing and adult content) A spectacular evening of live music, lasers & video projections.

This seven-piece tribute band return to the Garrick with an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. A stunning light and video show complement their exciting and amazingly accurate performance of music spanning the entire output of the Floyd, with a selection of tracks from nearly all the albums represented in the 2½ hour set. All your favourites are featured, and maybe a couple of less familiar tracks for the real acionado.

“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)

Tickets: £20.00 There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

Michael King’s ‘On Tour With Elvis’ is without doubt the UK’s authoritative touring Elvis show.

An exciting Vegas show lled with Elvis’ greatest hits and more delivered live in true Elvis style. This is a night of pure breathtaking Elvis entertainment plus the best Elvis sound you will hear!.

Michael is the only UK Elvis performer to have received the ‘Las Vegas Elvis Icon Award’ for his performances there with Elvis’ very own Jordanaires.

“If you only get to see one Elvis show this year, then Michael King’s ‘On Tour With Elvis’ show is the one not to be missed”.

SUN 12 SEPTEMBER 7:30pm

MICHAEL KING’S ‘On Tour With Elvis’ Show

Tickets: £24.00

Curtain Up! Light The Lights!

Mon 20 - Sat 25 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm

You’re invited to join a celebration of all things Musical Theatre as we kick start our Autumn/ Winter Season with a collection of your favourite songs from your favourite shows!

A stylish and elegant evening of music featuring songs from “Les Misérables”, “The Phantom of the Opera”, “Wicked”, “Dear Evan Hansen”, “A Chorus Line”, “Mary Poppins”, “RENT” and more!

Curtain Up will be an epic reminder that the show always goes on…

Mon - Sat Full Price: £16.50 Concessions: £15.50 Friends: £13 25U: £13.00

There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

It is said that charity begins at home. For Alan Bennett, it began at the bottom of his drive with a custard yellow van inhabited by an irascible eccentric who refused to budge.

The Lady in the Van is the true story of Miss Shepherd, an offbeat woman of uncertain origins, who “temporarily” parked her broken-down van in writer Alan Bennett's London driveway, and proceeded to live there for the next 15 years.

Miss Shepherd’s stay may have been a blight on Bennett’s front garden, but it eventually allowed him to unravel the fascinating story of her life - for which we are all eternally indebted.

Mon: Full Price £12.00 (Friends: £10.00) No Concessions Tues - Sat: Full Price £15.50 (Friends: £11.50) Concessions: £14.00 U25: £10.00

Mon 4 - Sat 9 OCTOBER 7.30pm

The Lady in the

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by Alan Bennett Sponsored by This amateur production of “The Lady in the Van” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

Brand new Choir open to all-ages (over 18) and all-abilities!

Conducted by Dan McDwyer Every Thursday - 7pm until 8.15pm Launching Thursday 9th September Altrincham Garrick

SHOW CHOIR

Altrincham Garrick Show Choir is all about the joy of singing together and creating music in a relaxed, fun and social environment.

This will be a non-stress and non audition community Show Choir at your local theatre!

As well as joy, laughs, music and harmony, Altrincham Garrick Show Choir will build and encourage a healthier and safer way of singing and improve musicality by working on vocal technique, rhythm, pitch and harmony part singing in every rehearsal, and boost your condence! You'll soon nd that singing together is a hugely wonderful and exciting experience.

It will also be a great social activity, with our Garrick Theatre Bar open after each rehearsal! £18 a month (Free Taster Session)

For more information, please keep an eye on our website and social media platforms.

Altrincham Garrick Audience Appeal

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Audience loyalty has become more important than ever.

After 12 months of being unable to open for LIVE productions we really need your continued support, both nancially and as our future Audience.

We are therefore introducing “Friends of the Garrick”.

Please enrol online, or speak to our box ofce, to become a member of our Friends of the Garrick audience loyalty scheme.

Gold Friends - £30 annual fee, can purchase unlimited discounted priced tickets.

Silver Friends - £20 annual fee, can purchase 2 discounted priced tickets per production.

25U

25U - for 16 to 25 year olds is a free membership scheme with one discounted ticket available for multiple performances of Garrick productions only

Gold and Silver discounts apply to all Garrick productions, in addition to some visiting productions.

Please note existing members will automatically be enrolled in the new scheme, and no new payment will be requested until the existing membership renewal date.

Single members will be transferred to the Gold scheme.

Senior members will be transferred to the Silver scheme.

Junior Members will be transferred to our new 25U scheme Honorary members will receive Gold scheme benets.

We really need your support, so please be a “Friend” to the Garrick.

The Garrick

ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS

also the perfect place to come, too.

Mon 25 - Sun 31 OCTOBER The perfect Musical treat for October Half Term!

In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above.

Ariel is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, which are forbidden by her controlling father, King Triton, she falls for a human Prince. Determined to be with her new love, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. But when plans go awry for the starcrossed lovers, a showdown begins between good and evil that only love can remedy.

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated 1989 lm, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages.

With music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this shy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl," and "Part of Your World.”

THE ALTRINCHAM GARRICK PLAYHOUSE proudly presents the Northern Premiere production of

Music by ALAN MENKEN

Lyrics by HOWARD ASHMAM & GLENN SLATER

Book by DOUG WRIGHT

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements

Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe) All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe www.mtishows.co.uk

Altrincham Garrick Playhouse are proud to be producing the Northern Premiere of this Disney classic!

Mon - Sun Full Price: £18.50 Concessions: £17.00 Friends: £15.00 Children: £13.00 25U: £13.00

Matinees on Saturday and Sunday There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

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Tues 9 - Sun 14 NOVEMBER 7:30pm

THE SHAPE OF THINGS

by Neil LaBute

This amateur production of “The Shape of Things” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD. a Concord Theatricals Company

There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

THE LAURISTON TRUST How far would you go for love? For art? What would you be willing to change? Which price might you pay? Such are the painful questions explored by Neil LaBute.

A young student drifts into an ever-changing relationship with an art major while his best friends' engagement crumbles: so unleashing a drama that peels back the skin of two modernday relationships, exposing the raw meat and gristle that lie beneath.

Warning - this play contains strong adult language and explicit sexual references

Tickets: £12 (Friends: £10) STUDIO Sponsor ALLEN MILLS HOWARD

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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, A Streetcar Named Desire is a raw and emotional American drama.

After losing her Mississippi home to creditors, Blanche DuBois relocates to the New Orleans home of her younger sister and brother-in-law, Stella and Stanley Kowalski. Undermined by romantic illusions, Blanche is unable to cope with life's harsh realities. Though she nds a glimmer of hope while connecting with Stanley's gentlemanly friend, Mitch, Blanche cannot face the truth of her own troubled past and ultimately descends into madness.

Tennessee Williams' explosive and groundbreaking drama ranks as one of the greatest plays of the twentieth century.

Mon: Full Price £12.00 (Friends: £10.00) No Concessions Tues - Sat: Full Price £15.50 (Friends: £11.50) Concessions: £14.00 U25: £10.00

Mon 15 - Sat 20 NOVEMBER 7.30pm

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE

by Tennessee Williams

This amateur production of “A Streetcar Named Desire” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel Franch Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

Did you know that you can also enjoy performances on the BIG SCREEN at the Garrick?

In September 2019, we launched a new strand of entertainment for our audience to experience, we now programme Cinema Screenings including Blockbusters and Big Screen Classics, Theatrical Performances screened as if live and even Indie and Cult Films.

With our state of the art sound system, comfortable seating with the perfect view from each seat, and a big screen with clear and crisp visuals, Altrincham Garrick PICTUREHOUSE is quickly becoming a favourite for our ever expanding audience.

Check out our website, in the What's On section, for upcoming screenings in our PictureHouse.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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2020/21

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The High Flying Garrick Pantomime Journey to Neverland for a high-ying 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.

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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 ying!

Take the second star to the right and keep straight on ’til morning and we’ll see you in Neverland!

December 2021 Fri 10th 7.30pm Sat 11th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Sun 12th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Fri 17th 7.30pm Sat 18th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Sun 19th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Wed 22nd 7.30pm Thu 23rd 7.30pm Mon 27th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Tue 28th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Wed 29th 1.30pm & 5.30pm Thu 30th - 1.30pm & 5.30pm Fri 31st 11.30am & 3.30pm January 2022 Sun 2nd 1.30pm & 5.30pm Mon 3rd (Bank Holiday) 1.30pm & 5.30pm

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Full Price: £16.50 Concessions: £15.50 Friends: £13.00 Children: £11.00 25U: £13.00

BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

SAT 8 JANUARY 7:30pm

JIVE TALKIN’

Tickets: £22.50 under 16's: £10.00

Sun 9 JANUARY 7:30pm

AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE Tickets: £26.00 Over 18's Only CATS Musical - 2019 For more information on how to get involved with our productions, please visit... www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/get-involved/audition-news/

Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that have actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb.

As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin is very much a family affair, with brothers Gary and Darren Simmons taking the roles of Barry and Maurice Gibb, with Darren’s son Jack joining the group in 2014 and taking on the role of Robin Gibb. The guys are supported musically by a four piece band with Lead Guitar, Violin, Cello and Drums, to ensure that every note in every song is just right!

“The Soundalike quality is quite sensational” (The Stage), “Absolutely Brilliant” (Maurice Gibb), “WOW” (Barry Gibb) An Evening of Burlesque is in town with a dazzling new production!

So leave your inhibitions at the door and prepare to experience the UK’s biggest burlesque extravaganza.

With a bevy of beautiful burlesque stars, speciality variety artists and fabulous costumes An Evening of Burlesque, revives this Classic Variety Artform into the 21st Century with a glamorous new show for 2022.

Join us as we celebrate our Sixth Sizzling Year of touring throughout the world.

Featuring some of your favourite stars from last year alongside the most outrageous and extraordinary new talent we could nd, naughty has never been so nice!

‘Burlesque sensation’ The Guardian ‘Beautiful, hilarious, knowing, wicked’ The Times

Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker.

Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the increasingly desperate and vengeful Creature is determined to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal…

Scientic responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil, are embedded within this thrilling, gory, deeply disturbing classic tale.

Nick Dear’s adaptation of Frankenstein, based on the novel by Mary Shelley, premiered at the National Theatre, London, in February 2011 starring Benedict Cumberbatch.

Warning - this play contains scenes of a graphic sexual and violent nature.

Mon 17 - Sat 22 JANUARY 7.30pm

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Nick Dear’s adaption of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is licensed by Rosica Collins Limited, London

THURS 27 JANUARY 7:30pm

80's LIVE Tickets: £26.00 There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

Join us as we travel back in time to one of the most iconic eras of music for an exciting night out – put your hands together and get into the groove as our live band ‘Electric Dreams’ perform over two dozen chart topping anthems from artists including Duran Duran, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Culture Club, Kim Wilde, Rick Astley, The Human League, A-Ha, Tears for Fears, Wham and more!

Whether you were born in the 80s, were lucky enough to hear these sounds from your very own cassette player or you’ve had a Stranger Things glimpse of 80s life, once you’ve seen 80s Live, you’ll want to relive it again and again.

Blending pop and soft rock, the show includes hits such as Living on a Prayer, The Final Countdown, Don’t You Want Me Baby, Relax, Never Gonna Give You Up, It’s Raining Men, Rio, Tainted Love and so much more.

Move aside Doc, we don’t need The DeLorean to create our time machine. This is 80s Live!

FRIDAY NIGHT COMEDY It's Friday night!...

It's Comedy night with another hilarious Manford's Comedy Club show! Featuring some of the funniest, award-winning comedians on the UK comedy circuit, who are all personally chosen by Jason Manford.

FRI 28 JANUARY 8:00PM (DOORS OPEN 7:00PM)

Tickets: £12:50

SUN 30 JANUARY 7:30pm

KEEPING THE FAITH The Billy Joel Collection

Tickets: £24.00 Concessions: £22.00

WED 16 FEBRUARY 7:30pm

The Adult Panto

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

Danny McLoughlin: .. Danny has supported a number of high prole acts on tour including; Micky Flanagan, Sarah Millican and Sean Lock. His TV credits include being a guest on Al Murray's One Night Stand (Dave) Lou Conran: Tour support for Sarah Millican who described Lou as “naturally funny.”

Omar Abid: Newcomer Omar was nominated for the prestigious Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2020.

Daliso Chaponda: Best known for his appearance on Britain's Got Talent, where he reached the semi-nals and achieved third place.

Billy Joel is one of the best selling music artists of all time, having sold over 150 million albums worldwide.

His 12 studio albums include 33 Top 40 hits and have earned him 6 Grammy Awards, as well as induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Keeping The Faith is a collection of Billy’s greatest hits, including, Just The Way You Are; Uptown Girl; Tell Her About It; River Of Dreams; We Didn’t Start The Fire; My Life; She’s Always A Woman, and the ever- popular, Piano Man. Gaz Jenkins brings the passion and re of New York’s favourite son to the stage in a way that will ignite audiences and have them begging for more.

Gaz has trained in Musical Theatre and has professional theatre credits.

Book tickets now - you will not want to miss this!!!

An Adult Panto with a difference.

Oh yes, it is!

Following the sell-out success of their 2020 show 'Peter Panties', the Market Theatre Company are out to corrupt another fairy-tail classic beyond recognition with an Adult Panto like no other.

The fearless company of 3 actors bring you an evening of corny jokes, raunchy plots and blatant sexual innuendo using a minimum of set props and costume.

Prolong that all too short seasonal spirit and get ready for another evening of slick, fastmoving, farcical fun and bawdy sexual innuendo (did we mention the innuendo?) for adults only.

Quintessentially British…Like a Carry On lm made by a Rugby Club!

The Stage Newspaper

Tickets: £18.50 Garrick Friends: £17.00 There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

Not suitable for under 16's.

THURS 17 FEBRUARY 7:00pm

Women Like Me

THE LITTLE MIX SHOW Tickets: £15:00 Concessions: £13.00 Family Ticket (2 Adults, 2 Children): £52.00

FRI 18 FEBRUARY 2:00pm

EXCITING SCIENCE

Tickets: £12.50

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Tickets: £22.00 Garrick Friends: £20.00

There is a £2.00 transaction fee for each individual payment made by telephone or online

WARNING....WARNING.....

EXTREME FUN ALERT! This Brand New and Exciting Show featuring loads of amazing experiments from the world of Science is coming to a venue near you and is not to be missed. An educational show that will amaze & astound all ages from 4 years & upwards, as we put the “Exciting” back into “Science”. (See what we did there!)

Join our crazy scientists as they “Create a volcanic eruption, build an Air Missile Launcher, make mini rockets and create some pretty big bangs!” .... Live on Stage.

With loads more fun and fact lled experiments to see, this highly interactive show is the perfect way to expand your mind in the world of science.

Who knows, .... the next generation of future scientist could be you.

So stand clear and prepare for action, as this show is full of Wiz, bang, pop .... And splurt!

Exciting Science – Prepare to be amazed!

Three Bands. One Place. One Night.

The Music of Manchester.

Oasis Maybe are determined to become the world’s premier tribute to Oasis. We attempt to capture the sound, look and feel of the Band from the 1994-1997 era, mainly performing tracks from Denitely Maybe and What’s the Story Morning Glory with a few famous B-sides and later singles thrown in for good measure.

These Smiths are the UK’s best tribute to The Smiths. The band are from The Smith’s home city of Manchester. Formed shortly after their lead singer appeared on the UK television show Stars In Their Eyes, they are renowned as the closest sounding tribute to the real thing.

The Ultimate Stone Roses are the only tribute to the Roses to hail from Manchester. Each member is a die hard fan of the original band who has dedicated themselves to mastering the music of their heroes.

THE ALTRINCHAM GARRICK

SHOW CHOIR

Brand new Choir open to all-ages (over 18) and all-abilities!

Conducted by Dan McDwyer Every Thursday - 7pm until 8.15pm Launching Thursday 9th September Altrincham Garrick Show Choir is all about the joy of singing together and creating music in a relaxed, fun and social environment. This will be a non-stress and non audition community Show Choir at your local theatre!

As well as joy, laughs, music and harmony, Altrincham Garrick Show Choir will build and encourage a healthier and safer way of singing and improve musicality by working on vocal technique, rhythm, pitch and harmony part singing in every rehearsal, and boost your condence! You'll soon nd that singing together is a hugely wonderful and exciting experience.

It will also be a great social activity, with our Garrick Theatre Bar open after each rehearsal! £18 a month (Free Taster Session)

Dan McDwyer

Dan is an RNCM graduate and established Musical Director, arranger and vocal coach working across the UK. He currently holds the position of Musical Director for Manchester Lesbian and Gay Chorus, The RNCM Northern Session Choir, Deloitte Staff Choir, and is the founder of The Choir Project and Manchester Mental Health Choir (Bee Vocal). He has worked as Musical Director for shows in both London and Manchester as well as several shows at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse including "The Phantom of the Opera", "Hairspray" and "Romeo & Juliet".

Dan has appeared on several TV shows across BBC, ITV and Channel 5 including Children in Need, One Love Manchester, Songs of Praise and the prestigious Royal Variety Performance as well as working with and arranging for artists including...

Ariana Grande, Emeli Sandè, The Script, Katherine Jenkins, LuLu, Jane McDonald, Kerry Ellis and many more.

Dan is passionate about singing for well-being and a strong believer that everyone can sing and should be given the opportunity to use their voice.

For more information, please keep an eye on our website and social media platforms.

SPOTLIGHT ON

NEXT SEASON Phizz-whizzing fun for all the Family!

It's the half term holiday and George Kranky is looking forward to a break from school when a letter from Grandma arrives announcing that she is coming to stay - that very day!

Soon she is making George's life miserable with spiteful comments and demands for doses of medicine! But one day, when his parents leave him alone with the grizzly old grunion, George takes his chance and sets about creating a brand new medicine to cure her of her cruelty. Little does he know that his perilous potion will be the start of a rather marvellous adventure…

This will be Easter Half Term mayhem at the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse!

This imaginative and entertaining stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s much loved children’s Curtain Up: book is bursting with growing grannies, feathery farm animals and bags of frothbuggling family fun. (Recommended 5+) Full Prince: £16.50 Thursday 7th April Friday 8th April Saturday 9th April

Concessions: £15.50 7.30pm Friends: £13 Wednesday 20th April 7.30pm 25U: £13.00 Thursday 21st April 1.30pm & 5.30pm

Friday 22nd April Saturday 23rd April

Disney’s1.30pm The Little Mermaid: Sunday 10th April Full Price: £18.50 & 5.30pm Sunday 24th April Concessions: £17.00 Wednesday 13th April 7.30pm Friends: £15.00 Thursday 14th April 7.30pm Children: £13.00 25U: £13.00

CALENDAR GIRLS: THE MUSICAL

7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 1.30pm & 5.30pm 1.30pm & 5.30pm

“To unexplored horizons in the mind and new coastlines in the heart…”

The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Pan: Yorkshire Women's Institute to do anPeter extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions Full Price: £16.50 of what it is to be in a women's institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to Concessions: £15.50 raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and Friends: personal£13.00 ramications, but gradually the making of the Children: fabulous and funny calendar brings each£11.00 woman unexpectedly into ower.

25U: £13.00 The true story of the Calendar Girls launched a global phenomenon, a million copycat calendars, a record breaking movie, stage play and now a musical written by Tim Firth and Marvellous - the act of crying and laughing at the Gary Barlow which coined George’s the term "craughing" same time.

Medicine: With unforgettable songs, every Fullperformance Price: £16.50continues to add to the millions already raised for charity and alsoConcessions: proves that there is no such thing as an ordinary woman. £15.50

Friends: £13.00 Children: £11.00 25U: £13.00 Calendar Girls: Full Price: £17.50 Concessions: £16.50 Friends: £15.00 25U: £13.00

A56 TO MANCHESTER

A560

A560

A56 TO M6

TO TIMPERLEY and M56

TO TOWN CENTRE

WC

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