A standing ovation was a given, and Alan Bleasedale here to enjoy it, but I've never seen individual scenes applauded…
Things should have gone so differently. A fantastic ‘stranger than fiction’ piece of British history; a vibrant, clever set; a…
The story of orphan Annie originates from a 1924 comic strip called Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray, lyricist Martin…
In 2016 Ken Loach’s groundbreaking film rocked the heart of the establishment, forcing politicians to speak of the issues it…
The Mousetrap directed by the talented duo of Ian Talbot and Denise Silvey, is an absolute delight for any ‘whodunit’…
Ours is an open society, where we can talk about everything - well almost everything. The final taboos are around…
Upon entering the Altrincham Garrick, I was immediately drawn into the chilling confines of the Shawshank Prison. The stage, impressively…
Nearly 40 years ago, a skinny and slightly geeky young lad nervously walked into a college classroom to begin his…
Census, set in North Manchester, is a commendable theatrical endeavour that aims to break stereotypes, shining a light on a…
It isn’t often that one goes to see a production and as the final ‘curtain’ falls the audience appear to…