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As the sun sets on the English Riviera, the curtain
goes up to offer you an unrivalled range of
productions including comedy, musicals, opera
and drama. The area is home to several theatres
which regularly play host to national acts and
critically-acclaimed touring productions, as well as
actively promoting local talent.
Theatre
Recently re-opened after an extensive refurbishment, the Palace Theatre in
Paignton looks set once again to be at the forefront of community-based
entertainment. With both professional and amateur productions on offer
throughout the year it is certainly worth a visit to see a show here.
Palace Avenue, Paignton TQ3 3HF
Tel: 01803 665800
THE PALACE THEATRE
The Princess Theatre is the largest theatre in Torbay and is favourably
located along Torquay seafront. This theatre hosts many large touring
productions with recent shows including Chicago, Carmen, Cats, Starlight
Express, Grease and the Rocky Horror Show.
Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
Tel: 08702 414120
www.princesstheatre.org.uk
THE PRINCESSTHEATRE
12 from town centres to Princess Theatre
12 from Torquay and Brixham town centres,
followed by a short walk to Palace Avenue.
Babbacombe Theatre is situated on the beautiful Babbacombe Downs
and is known for hosting famous entertainers such as Lenny Henry and
Bruce Forsythe. Variety shows take place throughout the year offer-
ing all-round family entertainment with numerous talented artists and
performers, many of which are locally based.
Babbacombe Downs, Torquay TQ1 3LU
Tel: 01803 328385
www.babbacombe-theatre.com
BABBACOMBE THEATRE
32 from Torquay Strand to Babbacombe
Downs Rd, followed by a short walk down
Babbacombe Downs Rd
Open AirTheatre
The summer months lend themselves to
regular open air plays and performances in
beautiful grounds and settings, including
Cockington Court, Torre Abbey, Babbacombe
Downs and Oldway Mansion.
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Ope Air Theatre
32 to Meadfoot Road, then a short walk down
Meadfoot Road to St Marks Road on the right.
The Little Theatre is unlike any theatre experience you may have ever had! It
is in fact a renovated church, situated just a short walk away from Torquay
Harbour and the Wellswood shopping area. Home to the renowned Torbay
Operatic and Amateur Dramatic Society (TOADS), here you will experi-
ence top quality amateur shows, plays, musicals and concerts. Winner of
The English Riviera's "Best Night Out" award 2 years running! Year round
programme of plays, musicals and concerts.
Visit our website at www.toadstheatre.co.uk for full programme details.
The Little Theatre
St Marks Road, Torquay TQ1 2EL
Tel: 01803 299330
www.toadstheatre.co.uk

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