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< Back Insignificance Previous Production Next Production ​ to 19 June 2017 What Happens when four cultural icons collide? A very funny, fast moving, disturbing and intelligent play, where four cultural icons from different walks of life implausibly meet in a New York hotel room in 1953. Einstein, Marilyn Monroe, Senator McCarthy and Joe DiMaggio argue about life, fame, sport, the threat of communism, sex, nuclear physics, Hollywood and the atomic bomb. Oh, and the need for a normal life. CAST Professor? Richard Sails Actress? Marcy Hazell Ball Player? Steve Connolly Senator? Dave Midgeley **** FOUR STAR REVIEW by Julia Taylor for The Messenger **** Remarkable play brings together Einstein and Monroe WHAT do the following historic figures have in common? Marilyn Monroe, Albert Einstein, Joe DiMaggio and Senator Joe McCarthy? Although they are only named as the Actress, the Professor, the Sports Star and the Senator, it is obvious who they are in Terry Johnson?s play, Insignificance, In one of many fictional meetings, Marilyn Monroe reels off the Theory of Relativity to an Einstein who is more interested in her charms. This scene is a tribute to the talents of Marcella Hazell who in a complicated monologue illustrates Monroe?s neglected intellectual side and her hopes and fears. When Monroe and Einstein are about to clinch, in walks Marilyn?s husband, Joe DiMaggio. Steve Connolly plays him as not the brightest cookie in the jar, appearing yobbish compared with the scientist. Senator Joe McCarthy (Dave Midgley) is a bully as he not only attempts to make Einstein appear before the House Un-American Activities Committee because of his "subversive" past, but also physically hurts the pregnant Monroe. In this remarkable play, McCarthy?s aggression is eventually quelled and, Joe DiMaggio becomes more sensitive, which adds to its depth. Monroe puts away her sexy little girl voice to reveal her frustration with life. Richard Sails, who plays Einstein with his ruffled hair and broody manner, makes his character more human and reveals his one big guilt. Thanks to directors Geoff Holman and Kathy Searcy, we get into the minds of the characters, although I don?t think the supposedly flashing neon lights quite work. But well done props team for all those objects Monroe uses to illustrate her theory. * Insignificance is at Altrinchnam Garrick?s Lauriston Studio Theatre until Saturday. For tickets, telephone 0161 928 1677 or book online at altrinchamgarrick.co.uk. Star rating: * * * * PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS [gallery columns="4" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1823-2-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1809-3-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1793-2-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1785-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1772-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1771-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1768-2-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1765-2-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1748-2-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1746-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1723-2-Small.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_1740-2-Small.jpg|"] This season?s productions in our Lauriston STUDIO have been sponsored by This amateur production of ?Insignificance? is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD.

< Back West Side Story Previous Production Next Production ​ to 24 July 2013 Arguably the best musical ever written, this breath-taking show, which features music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, transports Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet to the turbulent streets of the Upper West Side in 1950's New York as two star-crossed lovers, Tony and Maria, find themselves caught between the rival street gangs - the 'Jets' and the 'Sharks'. Saving the best until last we end the Garrick's historic 100th season in true style - West Side Story will be our biggest production ever with a huge orchestra, dynamic creative team and cast making it an unmissable event in the Garrick's history. We know demand will be huge so we've added a matinee performance. [gallery columns="4" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-5.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-2.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-1.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-8.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-6.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-3.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-4.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/West-Side-Story-7.jpg|"] CAST LIST Tony - James Duffy Riff - Josh Mosiuk Action - Rhys Nuttall Baby John - Karl Kramer Velma - Emily Barnett Graziella - Jasmine McGovern Anybody's - Rachel Mayon Bernardo - Danny Lawton Maria - Emily Carter Anita - Laura Chandler Consuela - Jennifer O'Neill Officer Krupke - Jon White Franchesca - Lucy Girdlestone Rosalia - Jessica Heaps Clarice - Georgina Brame Snow Boy - Matthew Roughley A-Rab - Michael Gardiner Doc - Paul Wilson Det. Shrank - Craig Richardson Diesel - Nick Parry Pepe - Jack McCann Chino - .Bradley Judge Ensemble - Bobbi Gordon Ensemble - Becci Cooper-Bagnall Musical Director - Mark Goggins Choreographer - Lorna Sales ASMs - Carol Gibson and Anne O'Reilly Review from The Messenger by Rick Bowen When James Duffy and Emily Carter sang in West Side Story the Altrincham Garrick auditorium was full of magic. I can't remember the last time I felt so excited by the performances of two leads and whoever decided to cast them as the young lovers Tony and Maria in West Side Story made a truly inspired choice. Emily in particular has a voice so pure listening to it will make you go weak at the knees and if these two don't make a career out of musical theatre it will be a cruel travesty. It may be the Garrick's centenary season but this is very much the company's present to us. West Side Story may seem like it has been around forever, but the production team and a cast dripping with talent and oozing energy will make audiences feel they're watching a world premiere. The sumptuous Bernstein/Sondheim score is as timeless as it is brilliant and it is impossible to name the best songs for the simple reason it is completely devoid of weak numbers. Inspired by Romeo and Juliet, the show sees Shakespeare's feuding families swapped for street gangs and Craig Richardson is particularly good as Det Shrank, the hard boiled cop trying to keep the peace. Add some exciting and stylish choreography and you have a production that you simply can't afford to miss. Go and pack the place - to the rafters. Stunning. Star Rating ★★★★★ Review from Remotegote by Julia Taylor The Garrick's centenary season comes to an end with one of the best productions of West Side Story I've seen. The energetic young cast convey a roller coaster of emotion. It's not just the leads, Tony, an all-American boy and Maria from Costa Rica who show feeling. The singers and dancers also give their all. We long for James Duffy?s Tony and Emily Carter?s Maria to be happy but, like Romeo and Juliet on whom the story is based, their romance reaches a tragic conclusion. I can't praise these two enough. Their duet One hand, One heart gives you goose pimples and tells you that, despite their differences, their feelings are sincere flashing like lightening between them. James's voice crackles with emotion as he sings Maria with such expression. The gang leaders, Bernardo of the Latino Sharks and Riff from the American Jets, put over with a combination of toughness and vulnerability by Danny Lawton and Josh Mosiuk face a heartbreaking fate. Yet this musical is not all doom and gloom. There are happy moments such as when Maria's friend, Anita (Laura Chandler) sings America accompanied by the girls in the chorus. I Feel Pretty, the light-hearted song led by Emily's Maria temporarily eases the tension and is lovely to listen to. The boys are especially good in the well-choreographed fight scenes and they, too, sing well. Although this show was premiered in 1957, gang and knife culture persists even today and racism still bubbles beneath the surface. It was good to see young people in the audience to whom I?m sure, the tragedy and the moral behind it, hit home. Star Rating ★★★★ NODA Review by Kevin Proctor The Altrincham Garrick not only wraps up their 2013/14 season, but closes their first century with one heck of a punch! West Side Story is often labelled by industry marvels themselves as the greatest musical of our time, so what other show would mark such an occasion for this group! Last year, I cannot have been the only one who questioned the sanity of the Garrick's trustees when this season was announced; they certainly know how to set a challenge - but more to the point, they know their team could deliver this wonderful curtain call to the first hundred years whilst also setting the bar for the next. This musical is just as iconic as it is demanding; much of the story unfolds through dance, beginning with the rival gangs' territory tussle during the Prologue. As one of the industries most celebrated score fills the playhouse, the soaring music is matched by gravity-defying feats of strength and agility. Adam Whittle had been given the honour to direct this milestone production, Adam relished the moody and intense moments beautifully and I wholeheartedly agree with the decisions he had made to convey this telling. The only moment which raised a baffling question to his choices was at the end of act one, the piece would have continued its strength if Riff and Bernardo had remained on stage as we progressed into the interval - staying their till the tabs came in, it may seem minor but witnessing them both get up after they had been killed broke the make believe which could so easily have been avoided. Mark Goggins and his orchestra exceeded all of my hopes and expectations, this genius score was delivered with triumph, the vocals of the soloists and ensemble cast were solid, delightful and exciting - particularly the 'America' harmonies and the 'Tonight' Quintet. A rousing score perfectly presented. I must congratulate the sound department, this is the first time the music has sounded and felt live with the players being channelled through from the studio, I appreciate that such a set-up is not as straight forward as it may seem, however, the sound was clear and I could certainly feel the excitement one should with live musicians (which I cannot deny, I was worried for). I was delighted that the reoccurring problem had been addressed and rectified for this production which certainly enhanced the experience. I did feel slight sympathy for the three Shark men during the quintet as their lack of numbers was massively exposed against the quantity of Jets - they didn't seem to stand much of a chance as they prepared themselves for the rumble, up until this point I hadn't noticed just how few of them there were as they'd been disguised very effectively until this point. You cannot attempt West Side Story without fierce choreography, Lorna Sales had worked the cast extremely well to execute the physicality associated with this show, not only is this production a challenge, it's made even more difficult when you have non dancers amongst the cast - Lorna?s clever creativity demonstrated skill in accommodating the mix of abilities without making it blatant, she concentrated on telling the story through movement without over indulging on over complicated choreography for the sake of showing off which didn't go unnoticed - a fantastic job - exact, visual, skillful and drilled. James Duffy shone as the conflicted Romeo of the show, Tony - capturing his sensitivity perfectly and hitting the top notes effortlessly in 'Something's Coming' and 'Maria', but harbouring enough blind passion and rage for the devastating conclusion of the first half. Emily Carter captured the heartbreak and longing of the show's plot in her portrayal as Maria - and I'll admit to chocking back a tear when she collapsed over Tony in the finale, overwhelmed by a grief that I knew was coming but still felt unprepared for. But that's not to say that this production doesn't have its lighter moments, too. One of my many highlights to this show was 'Gee Officer Krupkie' which was terrifically done and deserved the cheer and appreciation that it got. The male ensemble certainly injected the strength and power into this production, resulting in them owning the show. Josh Mosiuk as Riff was the stand out performance amongst the supporting ensemble who exposed his talents as a terrific all-rounder. It?s very enjoyable and rare to see such a strong group of young guys in this game. Laura Chandler was a wonderfully sassy and passionate Anita, the playful and celebratory 'America' contrasted with the ardent 'A Boy Like That', both were superb - a quality performance from Laura! Every aspect of this production was given extra attention throughout the departments which ultimately paid off to make this show one to remember and was undoubtedly the peak of the season! Many congratulations to all for an outstanding production. A message received at the Box Office for WEST SIDE STORY Along with the general comments of praise we often receive following a Garrick production, we took a telephone call from a lady wanting to book seats for West Side Story on the recommendation of a friend who had been to see it the previous evening. She told us that her friend had said they were no longer going to book city centre theatre tickets at the Palace Theatre, Opera House etc....as they didn't see any reason for travelling all the way into Manchester and paying inflated ticket prices to see shows when they could come to the Garrick, a local theatre, to view equally professionally productions. We think this is praise indeed for the Garrick and for all those involved with the production of West Side Story!!

< Back Martin Toal - An Evening of Popular Classics Previous Production Next Production ​ to 30 June 2014 An evening of popular classics. From the world of opera, musicals & pop! Including a rousing last night of the proms final. After last year’s sell-out concert, Manchester tenor Martin Toal and guests are back at the Altrincham Garrick to perform another great show of favourite songs, music and dance from the world of opera, musicals, sport and pop including Puccini’s Nessun Dorma and a flag waving Last Night of the Proms Finale! A top class vocalist and entertainer, Martin continues to perform at major sporting, corporate, concert and charity events. He has sung for Her Majesty the Queen and at all the major UK sporting venues including Old Trafford & the Etihad in Manchester, and Twickenham & Wembley stadium in London! “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) AN EVENING NOT TO BE MISSED SO BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT! Please subscribe if you would like our regular FREE Garrick Newsletter, as well as all the Garrick Production & Membership News together with the latest Special Offers Click HERE to Subscribe

< Back Boston Marriage Previous Production Next Production ​ to 10 February 2014 Anna and Claire are two scheming "women of fashion" who live together on the fringes of society. Anna has just become the mistress of a wealthy man, from whom she has received an enormous emerald. Claire, meanwhile, is infatuated with a young girl and wants to enlist the jealous Anna's help for an assignation. As the two women exchange barbs and taunt their hapless maid, Claire's inamorata arrives and sets off a crisis that puts both the valuable emerald and the women's future at risk. Mamet brings his trademark tart dialogue and impeccable plotting, spiced with Wildean wit, to this wickedly funny comedy.

< Back The White Steed Previous Production Next Production ​ to 12 August 2019 Blackhurst, Ernest Carter, Harold Davenport, Alfred Harris, Frank Hooper, Alfred Howat, Robert (Bob) A Lee, Edna Gordon Osborne, Edgar Royse, Mary W Simpson, Frank Hill Tonks, Louise

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< Back The Zeal of Thy House Previous Production Next Production ​ to 12 August 2019 Angell, Jean Arnoll, Sidonie Beck, June Bell, W Blackhurst, Ernest Brewer, Brian B Carter, Harold Cavanagh, Cliff Clayton, Russell Creacall, Edward Davenport, Alfred Dean, Kenneth W Dickinson, Margaret Farebrother, Arthur F Falkner, Robert Gale, Peter Harris, Frank Hooper, Alfred Hunter, Mollie Kirkby, J Burton Lightowler, Ronnie R McCormack, Elsie Osborne, Edgar Parker, Fred Reed, J Roberts, A E Tudor Sharp, Barbara Shaw, J T Simspon, S Spence, E (Ted) Steadman, H Stott, Kenneth Strableford, A Walker, Helen Wiltshire, H John Whyatt, Egerton G

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< Back An Ideal Husband Previous Production Next Production ​ to 8 February 2014 Sir Robert Chiltern is a successful government minister well-off and with a loving wife. This is threatened when Mrs. Cheveley appears with evidence of a past misdeed. [gallery columns="7" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ideala.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealb.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealc.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealn.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ideald.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealf.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealg.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealh.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ideali.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealj.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ideale.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ideall.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealk.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/idealm.jpg|"] CAST Geoff Noar as The Earl of Caversham,KG John Keen as Sir Robert Chiltern Bryn Thomas as Lord Goring Ros Greenwood as Lady Chiltern Ali Davenport as Mrs. Cheveley Sarah Leigh as Mabel Chiltern Sandra Thomas as Lady Markby Kirsty Hogarth as Lady Basildon Ruth Phelan as Mrs. Marchmont Stuart Bilson as Mr.Montford/ Phipps Craig Barrett as Viscount De Nancjac /James the footman Mark Rowlands as Mason (Butler to Sir Robert Chiltern) Sale & Altrincham Messenger's Review by Rick Bowen The Ideal night out - sparkling Wilde comedy at the Garrick Do you ever wonder what Oscar Wilde, had he been alive today, would have made of the recent MPs expenses scandal? He would have had a field day with it. By contrast I think he's rather gentle with Robert Chiltern, a man who's built his political career by selling a Cabinet secret. You feel Wilde, a man who likewise didn't play by society's rules, wants Chiltern to salvage his marriage and cling on to his spotless reputation in?An Ideal Husband. This sparkling comedy is currently being staged at Altrincham Garrick and is for me, the society's best production of the season to date. John Keen and Ros Greenwood are exceptional as the under fire Chilterns and there are some priceless one liners to enjoy, most of which are delivered by the gloriously irreverent and ruthlessly cutting Lord Goring, played to perfection by Bryn Thomas. The exchanges between him and his father The Earl of Caversham (Geoff Noar) are pure comedy gold. But the performance of the evening comes from the elegant Ali Davenport as the blackmailer Mrs Laura Cheveley. Watching Chiltern squirm in her presence is a real pleasure but this is a woman who, as we later discover in the play, can't lay claim to the moral high ground. This is a masterpiece but you must be prepared to listen. Otherwise you'll miss some brilliant, brilliant lines. Star Rating ★★★★

< Back Little Shop of Horrors Previous Production Next Production ​ to 7 February 2014 For years now, this gleefully gruesome musical, has made audiences scream with laughter. Seymour, a poor florists assistant, allows his craving for fame and fortune to seduce him into playing nursemaid to a man-eating plant. The show includes parodies of 60's music and between bites, the carnivorous Audrey II brings down the house singing Rhythm and Blues a la Otis Reading or James Brown. CAST Chiffon Laura Chandler Crystal Stephanie Nyland Ronnette Vicky Stott Mushnik David Gonet Audrey Dawn Flint Seymour Adam Whittle Derelict Robert Watson Orin, Bernstein, Snip, Luce &c David Leithlean Audrey II Manipulation Stuart Munro Voice Martin Creevy Customers Brian Howlett, Andrew Lambe, Helen Cowan, Julie Broadbent, Hannah Pond Sale & Altrincham Messenger's review by Rick Bowen Buddy hell, this plant takes some feeding Little Shop of Horrors has many attractions, but the main one for me is the fact that it's a show that doesn't take itself seriously. This off the wall, at times anarchic musical has its tongue firmly planted in its cheek, although I did get the impression that some of the black humour was lost on the Altrincham Garrick audience on Tuesday night. For instance, the scene in which we meet the crazed dentist Orin (David Leathlean) for the first time was greeted with pockets of laughter, while I've been in theatres when the same scene has brought the house down. You'll probably enjoy 'Little Shop' more if you don't know what's coming - the geeky Seymour creates the floral equivalent of Frankenstein's monster - but even if you do this show is still sufficiently kooky to keep you entertained. Director John Cunningham has assembled a cast who are on a mission to do just that and there are some fine performances to enjoy from Dawn Flint as Audrey, a character who is a sort of down market Marilyn Monroe type, Adam Whittle as the lovable Seymour and David Gonet as the hard boiled flower shop owner Mushnik. Laura Chandler, Stephanie Nyland and Vicki Stott sound great as the singing trio who guide us through the strange events that unfold on stage. It was pleasing to see some children in the audience on Tuesday night - why should they only set foot in the theatre only during panto season. Some of the jokes are slightly adult in nature but there's subtle enough to go over kids heads, so there's no need to worry on that score. Great fun - this really is a show with a difference. If it has a message, it's probably be careful what you wish for. Star Rating ★★★★

< Back Time and the Conways Previous Production Next Production ​ to 16 December 2013 At the time the play opens the world has just emerged from the horrors of the Great War. A party is in progress to celebrate a Conway daughter's 21st birthday and to toast a glorious future for all the Conways. On to Act 2 and it is just before World War 2 and 19 years later. We see what has happened to the Conways and how events have shaped them in the intervening years. Then back to the party in Act 1 and we can see our family as they were but with our personal knowledge of what cards they have been dealt and how life has treated them. This is a compelling play, full of insight. CAST Maureen Casket as Mrs Conway Duncan Battman as Alan Conway Pam Nolan as Madge Conway John Keen as Robin Conway Rachel Forrest as Hazel Conway Tracey Clapham as Kay Conway Becky Wright as Carol Conway Jenny Panton as Joan Helford Paul Shaw as Ernest Beevers Richard Frost as Gerald Thornton Rehearsal photos [gallery columns="5" ids="https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysj.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysi.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysh.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysg.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysf.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwayse.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysd.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysc.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysb.jpg|,https://www.altrinchamgarrick.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/conwaysa.jpg|"]

< Back Jack & the Beanstalk Previous Production Next Production ​ to 7 August 2013 The Garrick's absolutely traditional pantomime has been given a rock'n'roll theme by Chris and features all panto's favourite characters - Jack (played, of course, by a woman), Mother Mack, the dame (played, of course, by a man), Simple Simon, the village idiot, the Sheriff (the arch villain) with his two sidekicks Georgy and Porgy, a fairy godmother, Little Bo-Peep, the Giant and his wife and not forgetting Buttercup, the cow. A real family treat. CAST Stephanie Hawthorn as Jack Derek Stuart-Cole as Mother Mac Katherine Whibley as Bo-Peep Brian Howlett as Simple Simon David Reynolds as the Sheriff Richard Frost as Georgie Frank Boylan as Porgie Brian Stoner as the Giant Jane Inglis as the Giant's Wife Marina Anderson as Miranda and the Firy Godmother John Newton & Darren Staunton as Buttercup Stephanie Hampson as Mini Mother Mac Laura Cress as Mini Simple Simon David Peckitt as Mini Sheriff Matthew Gibbon as Mini Georgie Natalie Carr as Mini Porgie Louisa Carr as the Magic Hen Other Villagers, Ghosts & Pixies played by Claudia Hamilton, Rachel Holmes, Louisa Tratalos