The Palace Theatre

Enjoy a fabulous Saturday afternoon tea experience in Stage Left our newest event suite. Delight in the gentle and elegant atmosphere with a host of talented local musical performers who will entertain you and your friends. Served from 2pm to 3.30pm. The Afternoon Tea experience ticket price includes scones, cream and jam, cocktail sandwiches/rolls of various fillings (choose 3 fillings: egg mayo, smoked salmon and cream cheese, cucumber, mushroom pate, butternut squash pate, ham and mustard, cheese and pickle), a…

Running weekly from Wednesday 2 February to Wednesday 9 March 2022, 10am to 12.15pm Suitable for Beginners who would like to explore an interest in creative writing and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. An opportunity to have fun whilst developing your own writing skills and style and explore different forms of writing. There is an expectation that participants will…

Join Ballet Theatre UK in their beautiful re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale ballet, The Snow Queen. This spectacular production follows the story of Gerda and her quest to find her friend Kay, whom the Snow Queen has placed under an evil spell. Gerda’s fantastic adventure takes her on a journey across the frozen north where she encounters a band of gypsy’s, enchanted reindeer, and a mysterious and reclusive Lapland woman. Gerda is told by the mysterious woman…

Running weekly from Wednesday 2 February to Wednesday 9 March 2022, 10am to 12.15pm Suitable for Beginners who would like to explore an interest in creative writing and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. An opportunity to have fun whilst developing your own writing skills and style and explore different forms of writing. There is an expectation that participants will…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best” Dance With Flavia…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of…

Starring Award Winning Comedy Impressionist & Britain’s Got Talent star, Drew Cameron.  Following first class reviews, our brand-new tribute to the legendary Only Fools and Horses TV series, has arrived in theatres nationwide! Recent audience reactions; “Absolutely brilliant show”; “It was luvvly jubbly!”; “Really worth coming, will come again!” Based on the TV show everybody loves, comes a brilliant homage, bursting with renditions of your best-loved moments and characters. Meet DEL BOY, UNCLE ALBERT, RODNEY, BOYCIE and TRIGGER in a…

Running weekly from Wednesday 2 February to Wednesday 9 March 2022, 10am to 12.15pm Suitable for Beginners who would like to explore an interest in creative writing and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. An opportunity to have fun whilst developing your own writing skills and style and explore different forms of writing. There is an expectation that participants will…

When John Haddrell dies of a heart attack at the wheel of his car, the woman is at his side is not his wife, but his lover Julia. Recovering from her injuries Julia is visited by Margaret, who apparently knows nothing of the affair. Events take a sinister turn when Margaret begins to encroach on Julia's life, engineering the dismissal of her home help and estrangement from her counsellor.  Left alone in the house Julia and Margaret are locked in…

An Audience at the Palace with Becky Nuttall Becky is a member of Torbay Culture Board and an UNESCO Geopark Ambassador Artist. She will talk about her cultural roots in Brixham since childhood and the influence her father’s creativity (playwright and artist Peter Draper) and the English Riviera Geopark has on her own art and poetry. From her family establishing Milton Head Pottery Brixham (1950 -59) with links to The Devon Guild of Craftsmen and Dartington Hall, this personal journey…

When John Haddrell dies of a heart attack at the wheel of his car, the woman is at his side is not his wife, but his lover Julia. Recovering from her injuries Julia is visited by Margaret, who apparently knows nothing of the affair. Events take a sinister turn when Margaret begins to encroach on Julia's life, engineering the dismissal of her home help and estrangement from her counsellor.  Left alone in the house Julia and Margaret are locked in…

When John Haddrell dies of a heart attack at the wheel of his car, the woman is at his side is not his wife, but his lover Julia. Recovering from her injuries Julia is visited by Margaret, who apparently knows nothing of the affair. Events take a sinister turn when Margaret begins to encroach on Julia's life, engineering the dismissal of her home help and estrangement from her counsellor.  Left alone in the house Julia and Margaret are locked in…

When John Haddrell dies of a heart attack at the wheel of his car, the woman is at his side is not his wife, but his lover Julia. Recovering from her injuries Julia is visited by Margaret, who apparently knows nothing of the affair. Events take a sinister turn when Margaret begins to encroach on Julia's life, engineering the dismissal of her home help and estrangement from her counsellor.  Left alone in the house Julia and Margaret are locked in…

Running weekly from Wednesday 2 February to Wednesday 9 March 2022, 10am to 12.15pm Suitable for Beginners who would like to explore an interest in creative writing and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. An opportunity to have fun whilst developing your own writing skills and style and explore different forms of writing. There is an expectation that participants will…

They're back by popular demand! Lost the Plot Theatrical presents THE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF. On a grassy hillside, in the middle of the country, there lived THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF! They never stopped eating and before long they had eaten everything they could get their hooves on! So hold on to your horns and join the billy goats on their adventure as they bravely cross the rickety bridge to greener pastures. But who will they meet along the way…

An evening celebrating the very best of much-loved Joyce Grenfell in the company of one of Britain's best-loved comediennes. In these somewhat uncertain times comes a wonderful evening of warmth, wit and gentle humour. A full length show featuring some of the best of Joyce’s hilarious songs and monologues from Stately As A Galleon and School Nativity Play to A Terrible Worrier and First Flight. Joyce is our guide for a delightful delve into some of her most endearing characters, ably accompanied by her trusted…

Running weekly from Wednesday 2 February to Wednesday 9 March 2022, 10am to 12.15pm Suitable for Beginners who would like to explore an interest in creative writing and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. An opportunity to have fun whilst developing your own writing skills and style and explore different forms of writing. There is an expectation that participants will…

World-famous prankster and creator of the hugely popular Lee Nelson, is back on stage with TROUBLEMAKER, his sensational new stand-up show, NOW EXTENDED INTO 2022 DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND! After showering Sepp Blatter with banknotes, upstaging Kanye West at Glastonbury, and handing Theresa May her P45, the critically acclaimed comedian explores why trouble has followed him from primary school through medical school to lockdown homeschool. And what it’s like to be chased by Donald Trump’s bodyguards, how to make the…

TOP SECRET - THE MAGIC OF SCIENCE Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats as we transform the venue into a real life science laboratory. Experience the non-stop action packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination. Top Secret is a fast moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense, lots and lots of mess! Top Secret will inspire and educate every young budding magician and scientist,…

A delightful afternoon of couple dancing in Stage Left, with live music provided by the fantastic Caddicks and Parkes, a jazz and blues duo performing a range of familiar and popular tunes such as Sway, Que Sera Sera and Chattanooga Good Time Boy. The dexterous skills of pianist Paul Caddick combined with the vocal talent of singer Nicky Parkes - no backing tracks just a fabulous voice and keys and the perfect addition to your Saturday afternoon for a truly…

Running weekly from Wednesday 2 February to Wednesday 9 March 2022, 10am to 12.15pm Suitable for Beginners who would like to explore an interest in creative writing and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. An opportunity to have fun whilst developing your own writing skills and style and explore different forms of writing. There is an expectation that participants will…

The English Riviera Literature Festival is taking place from 10 to 13 March and will include a host of well-known authors with a strong connection to the local area. Thursday 10 March 10.30am - Rachel Trethewey: The Churchill Girls: The Story of Winston’s Daughters. The Churchill Girls is the first biography of Churchill’s daughters and is a behind-the-scenes insight into his world and a glimpse of him as a devoted, loving father who kept his daughters close throughout his political years. 2pm…

Local Authors event, as part of the English Riviera Literature Festival The Story of Winston’s Daughters with speaker, Rachel Trethewey Bright, attractive and well-connected, in any other family the Churchill girls–Diana, Sarah, Marigold and Mary–would have shone. But they were not in any other family, they were Churchills and neither they nor anyone else could ever forget it. From their father–‘the greatest Englishman’– to their brother, golden boy Randolph, to their eccentric and exciting cousins, the Mitford Girls, they were…

This event is part of the English Riviera Literature Festival programme. This free ‘taster’ workshop is for adults who would like to explore their interest in creative writing. It is suitable for beginners who would like to try out and build on their skills as well as those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. In a supportive and encouraging atmosphere participants will find stimulation and motivation through informal writing exercises and discussion. The taster workshop will lead to an opportunity…

Sarah Pearse lives by the sea in South Devon with her husband and two daughters. She studied English and Creative Writing at the University of Warwick and worked in Brand PR for a variety of households brands before following her passion for writing. Her experiences living in the Swiss Alps in her early twenties inspired her acclaimed debut novel, The Sanatorium, which was an instant Sunday Times and New York Times Top Ten bestseller in hardback, and a Reese Witherspoon…

As part of the English Riviera Literature Festival , An evening of poetry and performance poetry at Stage Left, part of Paignton’s iconic Palace Theatre!Come along and enjoy some of the finest poets and performers in the South West. There will be rhyming, whimsy and wordplay a-plenty. Hosted by Robert Garnham, who will also be performing material from his new show, ‘Yay!: The Search for Happiness’. Open mic slots are available in advance, contact [email protected] if you would like to perform. Friday…

As part of the English Riviera Literature Festival. Clare Helen Welsh is a former teacher, now award-winning children’s author, from Torbay. She has published over 40 books and has more publishing in the next few years. When Clare isn’t writing stories, she is inspiring children to write their own. Clare loves all opportunities to meet and inspire young readers. Laugh with Lenny the Lemur!  (suitable for 3 yrs+), 10am – 11am Lenny the lemur loves going on holiday, but disaster…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best” Dance With Flavia…

As part of the English Riviera Literature Festival. Clare Helen Welsh is a former teacher, now award-winning children’s author, from Torbay. She has published over 40 books and has more publishing in the next few years. When Clare isn’t writing stories, she is inspiring children to write their own. Clare loves all opportunities to meet and inspire young readers. Laugh with Lenny the Lemur!  (suitable for 3 yrs+), 10am – 11am Lenny the lemur loves going on holiday, but disaster…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of…

In association with Torbay Libraries and Libraries Unlimited, and as part of the English Riviera Literature Festival.Join Torbay Library staff as they journey around the world and travel back in time. Share some of their favourite fiction and non-fiction books via interactive storytelling, music, games and craft. Festival Fun for 5-11 year olds with not a single "Sssshhh!" to be heard. Fancy dress optional. Saturday 12 March – 2.45pm to 4.15pm Tickets £3 per child (must be accompanied by an…

Join ‘Frontline Chat’ on stage with two infamous police authors with over 48 years policing experience between them for a night of humorous anecdotes and some solemn tales too.  Join the UK’s most famous Twitter cop often described as controversial in the papers, and son of a Spitfire pilot and wartime spy, Harry Tangye, and Britain's Got Talent finalist, Police dog handler and animal welfare campaigner, Dave Wardell. With the nation's love of crime novels and TV crime dramas along…

Lesley Pearse: Suspects - Local Authors event, as part of the English Riviera Literature Festival, Lesley Pearse is a global No.1 bestseller with fans across the world and sales of over 10 million copies of her books to date.One of the nation’s best-loved storytellers (a Lesley Pearse book is sold every 4 minutes in the UK), Lesley is a master of the gripping storyline, always introducing her readers to characters that are impossible to forget. Although there is no set…

When the Circus of Horrors started in Glastonbury '95 people thought it would run for 25 weeks let alone 25 years, yet here we are a quarter of a century later and the Circus of Horrors is still touring all over the World, still getting rave reviews & still getting loads of media coverage. The show performed for the 4th consecutive year at last years Download Festival and it also returned to the Glastonbury Festival. As part of our 25th…

THE THREE DEGREES .. With original members Helen Scott and Valerie Holiday, and joined by Freddie Pool.  All the way from the USA on the ‘WHEN WILL I SEE YOU AGAIN' tour.  The Three Degrees are an American female vocal group, formed in 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The group has remained a trio with 2 original members since Sheila Ferguson left many moons ago.  A firm favourite with Prince Charles They sang at his 30th birthday party and were guests at his…

Kerry Godliman BOSH on Thursday 24th March 2022 at 8:00PM has been cancelled due to the artist now being unable to make the show dates, and due to work commitments cannot reschedule.  If you have booked online, or by telephone with TicketSource, we will initiate a refund for the value of the tickets and booking fee. You will receive a notification of the refund process in a separate email. If you have booked and paid by any other payment method, please contact the event…

The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra musicians have credits ranging from 1920’s trad jazz, BBC Big Band, Jazz Funk and West End shows behind them. ​ In Concert, in addition to Big Band numbers, there are solos spots from a number of our top notch musicians and fabulous renditions from our Star vocalists. ​ From playing under the wing of a Bomber at the American Air Museum to selling out their appearance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the MSO UK always hits…

From the bright lights of London's West End join Offbeat Dance and Fitness as they take you through a fun dance class. The session consists of a warm-up, learning exciting choreography to popular show tunes and a cool down. This class is devoted to the enjoyment of musical theatre and an appreciation for West End musical productions. Saturday 2 April, 11am to 12pm Saturday 23 April, 11am to 12pm £5 per class, booking in advance required.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Neil Jones in GINGERLAND, his amazing new dance show with comedy, special effects and outstanding dancing. Straight from his Directorial and Choreographic debut at Sadler’s Wells, London, BBC Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Neil Jones presents his brand new live dance show, GINGERLAND. Join Jones as he goes from the back of Claudia’s area to starring in his very own dance show like you have never seen before - comedy, special effects and a lot of outstanding dancing. Neil will show…

Paul is a Rose d’Or Award winner for the radio comedy, Paul Sinha's History Revision, a Chortle Award winner, and an Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee. He’s appeared on Just A Minute, The News Quiz and Fighting Talk on radio and on Would I Lie to You, QI and Taskmaster on television. Thanks to his passion for quizzing, he also appears as a general knowledge expert on the much-loved ITV quiz show, The Chase. Paul is back on the road with…

‘An Audience’ at the Palace daytime talk with local speaker, Phil Badcott - The Gilberts of Compton Castle - the family that founded the Empire Discover the fascinating history of the Gilbert family of Compton Castle with Devon historian and author Phil Badcott. He will trace the lives of many of the Gilberts from 1329 right up to the 21st century and highlight how they served county and country in many brave and surprising ways and how they made Compton…

The South are an impressive 9 piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. Since Dave Hemingway, the original singer, left the group at the end of 2016, Gaz has moved across to front the band with Alison and taken on vocal duties. They play the songs made famous by The Beautiful South and bring back the full flavour and arrangements with this exciting live band. The South…

Miss Jenny's School of Dance presents Happy Feet 11 -- An all dancing, all singing show, showcasing many different genres of dance.

Miss Jenny's School of Dance presents Happy Feet 11 -- An all dancing, all singing show, showcasing many different genres of dance.

So You Think You Know About Dinosaurs is the hit sold-out stage show starring dinosaur aficionado Professor Ben Garrod. Get ready to go on an exciting pre-historic adventure as Ben talks you through the deadliest predators that ever roamed the planet.  Yes dinosaurs such as Tyrannosaurus rex, Allosaurus and Spinosaurus would have walked or swam right where you are now! Pitting the knowledge of unwitting parents against their all-knowing kids, Dr Ben presents an interactive, educational and highly entertaining show using film footage from the BBC's 'Planet…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best” Dance With Flavia…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of…

GET READY. . .A Night To Remember! Take a trip back to 1960s Detroit with the brand-new, celebrated stage production, GET READY. The velvet vocals from a stellar cast of critically-acclaimed performers and divinely-gifted musicians authentically recreate the sound responsible for lifting an entire generation to its dancing feet. Energetic choreography and dazzling costumes truly revive the most pulsating era of music the world has ever seen. Longing for a night of musical brilliance and non-stop hits? The must-see concert…

From the bright lights of London's West End join Offbeat Dance and Fitness as they take you through a fun dance class. The session consists of a warm-up, learning exciting choreography to popular show tunes and a cool down. This class is devoted to the enjoyment of musical theatre and an appreciation for West End musical productions. Saturday 2 April, 11am to 12pm Saturday 23 April, 11am to 12pm £5 per class, booking in advance required.

A celebration of the life of Doris Day, featuring over 24 popular hits from the Doris Day songbook, the songs interwoven with stories,  anecdotes and facts about the life of this special lady. The show also features a male singer and projection to recreate the nostalgia of a bygone era, the Day at Night Band are also featured on stage and the climax is the recreation of Doris Day's last performance in 1975  for CBS.

"Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few" Winston Churchill. The Band will play some of the most exciting and memorable war movie themes with extracts of each film projected on the big screen. There will be more recent film themes including Dunkirk, Crimson Tide and Last of the Mohicans and themes from the classics including the Battle of Britain, Dambusters and 633 Squadron. Whatever your age, there will be something…

Katrina from Katrina and the Waves is coming to Paignton! Katrina who has had many hits all over the world, including the summer anthem 'Walking on Sunshine' and also 'Love Shine a Light' which was UK's last winning entry in the Eurovision song contest. The evening includes support from Hybrid5, special charity draw prizes and exclusive entry to our after show party, with dancing in Stage Left to the sounds of Hybrid5.  There are also a limited number of VIP…

A Fright at the Museum (And The Curse of The Ancient Custard Pie) starring CBBC’s newest comedy stars DANNY & MICK recently nominated for the TV Comedy Awards “Best New Sitcom”. Danny & Mick & their dad Clive have decided they don’t make enough money from their circus, so they get themselves part time jobs as night watchmen in the museum to make ends meet. However, things do not go according to plan when they disturb the ‘Ancient Custard Pie’…

A Fright at the Museum (And The Curse of The Ancient Custard Pie) starring CBBC’s newest comedy stars DANNY & MICK recently nominated for the TV Comedy Awards “Best New Sitcom”. Danny & Mick & their dad Clive have decided they don’t make enough money from their circus, so they get themselves part time jobs as night watchmen in the museum to make ends meet. However, things do not go according to plan when they disturb the ‘Ancient Custard Pie’…

The Zoots are coming back to Paignton and they‘re bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! EARLY BIRD BOOKING TICKETS £16.50  “The Zoots are impossible not to like” – The Stage Experience THE Sixties show that’s wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford – with the spectacular sounds of The Zoots! The Zoots are here to make your whole family bop to the ’60s beats that everybody loves – with legendary numbers…

This is Alan Ayckbourn at his most wicked and very funny. We visit three couples in their three kitchens on the Christmas eves of three successive. years. The three couples all come from very different background, and the dark thread if this wild comedy shows the behind the scenes disasters at Christmas parties and the rise of the lower class couple who triumph over their more snobby neighbours.

This is Alan Ayckbourn at his most wicked and very funny. We visit three couples in their three kitchens on the Christmas eves of three successive. years. The three couples all come from very different background, and the dark thread if this wild comedy shows the behind the scenes disasters at Christmas parties and the rise of the lower class couple who triumph over their more snobby neighbours.

A series of free taster sessions to support Health and Wellbeing, in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Presented by fitness instructor and life coach, Anne George. We all have the resources to unlock our inner potential and achieve our goals. Sometimes, a gentle reminder of our individual strengths and achievements is all that we need to create a balanced, enjoyable life for ourselves. Anne is a qualified NLP Practitioner (Neuro Linguistic Programming), with a unique, fun style of training, combining…

Join Anne George, fitness instructor and life coach, for a free taster session in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Gentle movement and relaxation are so beneficial for the body and mind. This session suits all ages and abilities with lovely music and easy to follow stretching exercises and routines. Perfect for unwinding and de-stressing and guaranteed to leave you feeling fabulous, flexible and with a big smile on your face. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of…

This is Alan Ayckbourn at his most wicked and very funny. We visit three couples in their three kitchens on the Christmas eves of three successive. years. The three couples all come from very different background, and the dark thread if this wild comedy shows the behind the scenes disasters at Christmas parties and the rise of the lower class couple who triumph over their more snobby neighbours.

Enjoy a fabulous Saturday afternoon tea experience in Stage Left our newest event suite. Delight in the gentle and elegant atmosphere with a host of talented local musical performers who will entertain you and your friends. Served from 2pm to 3.30pm. The Afternoon Tea experience ticket price includes scones, cream and jam, cocktail sandwiches/rolls of various fillings (choose 3 fillings: egg mayo, smoked salmon and cream cheese, cucumber, mushroom pate, butternut squash pate, ham and mustard, cheese and pickle), a…

This is Alan Ayckbourn at his most wicked and very funny. We visit three couples in their three kitchens on the Christmas eves of three successive. years. The three couples all come from very different background, and the dark thread if this wild comedy shows the behind the scenes disasters at Christmas parties and the rise of the lower class couple who triumph over their more snobby neighbours.

Strictly theatre co presents Ian Waite and Vincent Simone… Act Two, a brand new touring show for 2022 coming to Paignton, Devon The Ballroom Boys double act Ian Waite and Vincent Simone are set to return in 2022 with a brand new show - Ian Waite and Vincent Simone… ACT TWO, after the roaring success of their 5 star rated 2019 tour!  The fabulous Strictly Come Dancing stars promise another wonderful evening of old-fashioned variety - dance, comedy and song! With…

In 2020, comedy performance poet Robert Garnham spent the summer in the town of Brixham learning all about the fishing industry and its effect on the town for a poetry project. Meeting trawlermen, historians and biologists, he created a sequence of poems which came to be known as ‘Squidbox’. Robert will perform some of these poems and talk about the effect of the fishing industry on the town of Brixham, as well as on himself! A daytime talk, ticket price…

A series of free taster sessions to support Health and Wellbeing, in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Presented by fitness instructor and life coach, Anne George. We all have the resources to unlock our inner potential and achieve our goals. Sometimes, a gentle reminder of our individual strengths and achievements is all that we need to create a balanced, enjoyable life for ourselves. Anne is a qualified NLP Practitioner (Neuro Linguistic Programming), with a unique, fun style of training, combining…

Join Anne George, fitness instructor and life coach, for a free taster session in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Gentle movement and relaxation are so beneficial for the body and mind. This session suits all ages and abilities with lovely music and easy to follow stretching exercises and routines. Perfect for unwinding and de-stressing and guaranteed to leave you feeling fabulous, flexible and with a big smile on your face. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best” Dance With Flavia…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of…

Join comedian, writer, broadcaster and all-round British institution ARTHUR SMITH and bask in an evening of laughter and off the wall humour with one of the ‘alternative comedians’ who shook up the world of light entertainment in the nineteen eighties and nineties. Expect an evening of sublime playfulness, crammed with jokes, anecdotes, short stories, poems, songs (at least 1 from Leonard Cohen) and readings from his recently published memoir ‘My Name Is Daphne Fairfax’ which has won praise from literary critics. He will…

The spectacular show 'Happy Days Are Here Again' is a patriotic, uplifting, feel-good show, full of well known songs that will touch your heart and make you smile.  In 2022, Happy Days Productions are delighted to bring you their Celebration of Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Come and join us for a street party on stage, have a good old sing song and a lot of fun. The Queen succeeded to the throne on 6th February1952 and in 2022 there…

Presented by professional vocalist, Ami Lauren Music and singing makes us happy. We don’t need to have an amazing voice to enjoy this wonderful experience. Breathe, relax and feel the joy of these uplifting sessions with a varied mix of cheerful, exhilarating music as you boost your happy endorphins and immune system. Ami found her voice at a very early age and believes that singing together can have a very positive effect on physical and mental health as well as…

Rich Hall’s comedy/music locomotive keeps on rollin’. Ever-evolving, ever-changing, Rich’s combination of keen acerbic stand-up combined with spit and sawdust alt-country lyricism is a “win-win” (GUARDIAN), as sold out crowds across the UK have attested. Fans keep returning because this show goes where other comedians wouldn’t dare: Barrow-in-Furness for example. Rich’s acclaimed BBC4 documentaries (most recently Rich Hall’s Red Menace) and his Radio 4 series Election Breakdown have established a whole new legion of followers. He’s also a stalwart of…

Back at the Palace after a sell out show in 2021, an amazing tribute to the Bee Gees packed with all the great hits. 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…

Country music is one of the most popular genres of music in the world and it encompasses many styles from roots, bluegrass and Americana, through the classic country of the 60s and 70s, on to the pop and rock country of the 80s and 90s and into the mainstream hits of today. Along its way it’s left a list of legendary performers and a string of unforgettable hits. Featuring an all-live fiddle and banjo-headed band with male and female lead…

For the first time Wayne Sleep invites you to join him as he looks back over a glittering career spanning five decades, with a little bit of dance and the unique opportunity of a Q&A in the second half of the show. Dame Ninette De Valois - the founder of the Royal Ballet - described Wayne as '…the greatest virtuoso dancer the Royal Ballet has ever produced'.  Using his own rare film footage and photos Wayne will describe how he…

A series of free taster sessions to support Health and Wellbeing, in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Presented by fitness instructor and life coach, Anne George. We all have the resources to unlock our inner potential and achieve our goals. Sometimes, a gentle reminder of our individual strengths and achievements is all that we need to create a balanced, enjoyable life for ourselves. Anne is a qualified NLP Practitioner (Neuro Linguistic Programming), with a unique, fun style of training, combining…

Join Anne George, fitness instructor and life coach, for a free taster session in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Gentle movement and relaxation are so beneficial for the body and mind. This session suits all ages and abilities with lovely music and easy to follow stretching exercises and routines. Perfect for unwinding and de-stressing and guaranteed to leave you feeling fabulous, flexible and with a big smile on your face. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

Presented by professional vocalist, Ami Lauren Music and singing makes us happy. We don’t need to have an amazing voice to enjoy this wonderful experience. Breathe, relax and feel the joy of these uplifting sessions with a varied mix of cheerful, exhilarating music as you boost your happy endorphins and immune system. Ami found her voice at a very early age and believes that singing together can have a very positive effect on physical and mental health as well as…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

A series of free taster sessions to support Health and Wellbeing, in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Presented by fitness instructor and life coach, Anne George. We all have the resources to unlock our inner potential and achieve our goals. Sometimes, a gentle reminder of our individual strengths and achievements is all that we need to create a balanced, enjoyable life for ourselves. Anne is a qualified NLP Practitioner (Neuro Linguistic Programming), with a unique, fun style of training, combining…

Join Anne George, fitness instructor and life coach, for a free taster session in Stage Left at the Palace Theatre. Gentle movement and relaxation are so beneficial for the body and mind. This session suits all ages and abilities with lovely music and easy to follow stretching exercises and routines. Perfect for unwinding and de-stressing and guaranteed to leave you feeling fabulous, flexible and with a big smile on your face. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of…

Be part of an incredible homage, to Three Legends in Music (Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream) in this explosive new production. Packed with an incredible high energy & performed by some of the UK's finest musicians. This powerhouse performance will transport you back in time to the original concerts, delivering the true spirit of these legendary superstars. This is the true fans production, a collection of outstanding musicians who have not only performed the songs, they have lived the…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best” Dance With Flavia…

Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia! Flavia is one of the UK’s favourite dancers, being a firm favourite from Strictly Come dancing to wowing audiences across the UK with her sell out Vincent & Flavia theatre shows. She is now holding special Dance With Flavia classes where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin.  Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of…

It's a busy year for the Queen - she has lots of important events to attend. But disaster has struck the palace as Her Majesty’s knickers have been nicked- call the royal guard! Meanwhile, a little girl is wondering what knickers Her Majesty will choose to wear on a school visit! Will they be her 'at home' knickers - adorned with corgis - or her 'garden party' knickers, or perhaps her woolly Balmoral ones…? TaleGate Theatre Productions, producers of ‘Father…

It's a busy year for the Queen - she has lots of important events to attend. But disaster has struck the palace as Her Majesty’s knickers have been nicked- call the royal guard! Meanwhile, a little girl is wondering what knickers Her Majesty will choose to wear on a school visit! Will they be her 'at home' knickers - adorned with corgis - or her 'garden party' knickers, or perhaps her woolly Balmoral ones…? TaleGate Theatre Productions, producers of ‘Father…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

For five fateful minutes in 1943 the Cornish town of Launceston witnessed a dramatic ‘wild-west’ shoot out between American G.I’s. The subsequent court martial in Paignton made daily headlines in both Britain and America – to the rising alarm of Whitehall and Washington top brass. Join author Kate Werran and her dad David Werran to find out why it happened and its implications today. Monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects!  A time to socialise, discuss and learn loads…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

A delightful afternoon of couple dancing in Stage Left, with live music provided by the fantastic Caddicks and Parkes, a jazz and blues duo performing a range of familiar and popular tunes such as Sway, Que Sera Sera and Chattanooga Good Time Boy. The dexterous skills of pianist Paul Caddick combined with the vocal talent of singer Nicky Parkes - no backing tracks just a fabulous voice and keys and the perfect addition to your Saturday afternoon for a truly…

Darling Buds of May actor Tyler Butterworth tells the funny, moving and unashamedly nostalgic story of his much-loved parents, the nation’s first female TV impressionist Janet Brown, and the inimitable Carry On star Peter Butterworth. From heroic wartime escapades at POW camp Stalag Luft 111, to a night at Chequers with Mrs Thatcher, A Bit of a Carry On is a warm and uplifting journey from wartime to showtime, taking us deep into the golden age of British TV & film comedy - With classic…

EARLY BIRD OFFER .. first 50 tickets for £23.50 each. Sweeney Entertainments presents: ABBA Forever is one of the UK’s leading International tribute shows and theatre audiences from across Great Britain and Sweden have long enjoyed this superb recreation of possibly the world‘s greatest pop band. The unique ABBA sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail, using a six-piece band featuring electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards and piano, drums and bass guitar. Two outstanding ABBA girls complete the…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

When a stranger runs his car into a ditch in dense fog in South Wales and makes his way to an isolated house, he discovers a woman standing over the dead body of her wheelchair-bound husband, gun in her hand. She admits to murder, and the unexpected guest offers to help her concoct a cover story. But is it possible that Laura Warwick did not commit the murder after all? If so, who is she shielding? The house seems full…

Presented by professional vocalist, Ami Lauren Music and singing makes us happy. We don’t need to have an amazing voice to enjoy this wonderful experience. Breathe, relax and feel the joy of these uplifting sessions with a varied mix of cheerful, exhilarating music as you boost your happy endorphins and immune system. Ami found her voice at a very early age and believes that singing together can have a very positive effect on physical and mental health as well as…