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July 2022
Finding Your Confidence – You Can Do It! Taster Sessions with Anne George
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…
Find out more »Finding Your Feet – Step by Step! Adult Taster Sessions with Anne George
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…
Find out more »Buddy Holly and the Cricketers
30 Years of Rock ’n’ Rolling The World! This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok and Swindon to Sweden and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles. It stars some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK whose combined West End credits include Buddy, Lennon, Forbidden Planet and Jailhouse Rock and was endorsed as Britain’s most popular Buddy Holly act when…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »An Audience at the Palace: An Unnatural History of Torbay’s Ghosts
A daytime talk with speaker, Dr Kevin Dixon. More people believe in ghosts in Torbay than anywhere else in the nation. We certainly have a long history of the supernatural, including England's most haunted house. From Torre Abbey to Berry Pomeroy, Dr Kevin Dixon introduces us to headless horsemen, shrieking nuns, angry poltergeists, and cunning smugglers. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, this light-hearted look at the unnatural history of our three towns is suitable for all. ‘An Audience…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular
The music that filled the dancehalls during the Big Band era is brought to life again by The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK. The hardest swinging big band in the UK recreates the million sellers of the 40's and 50's. Moonlight Serenade, Little Brown Jug, Pennsylvania 6-5000 and String of Pearls are just a few of the numbers that shot band leader Glenn Miller to world stardom. Pieces from other band leaders including Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington and Count Basie not…
Find out more »Rhythm of the Dance
Seen by over 7 million people in 58 countries. Internationally recognised as one of the most popular and busiest Irish step dance shows, now in its 21st year of touring the world this incredible live show enjoys continued success year after year and is a big hit everywhere. Featuring World Champion dancers and some of the finest traditional musicians and singers this show takes you on an exciting journey through the ages and is full of pure energy and packed…
Find out more »Rhythm of the Dance
Seen by over 7 million people in 58 countries. Internationally recognised as one of the most popular and busiest Irish step dance shows, now in its 21st year of touring the world this incredible live show enjoys continued success year after year and is a big hit everywhere. Featuring World Champion dancers and some of the finest traditional musicians and singers this show takes you on an exciting journey through the ages and is full of pure energy and packed…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Finding Your Voice – Singing Together For Fun
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »A tribute to Karen Collings
An evening of dance, music and drama to honour the work of Karen Collings. Performances from local dance schools, music and vocal groups, music and drama students and Championship winners from the recent Torbay and SW England Dance festival. Karen was the much loved and respected Chair of the Torbay and SW England Dance committee and Vice Chair of the festival Executive committee and those who knew her are delighted to come together to offer an evening of performance that…
Find out more »Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea – An afternoon of treats and intrigue
Enjoy a fabulous Sunday Afternoon Tea Experience in Stage Left our newest event suite ... with twist! Join Moonstone Theatre company to help them solve the mystery and enjoy a fabulous afternoon tea too. The Reading of the Will It is 1935. Felix Abercrombie, a retired wealthy businessman, has died and his family and friends are gathering for a dinner party and the reading of his Will. Felix Abercrombie had retired after successfully running businesses in the mining industry in…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Finding Your Confidence – You Can Do It! Taster Sessions with Anne George
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…
Find out more »Finding Your Feet – Step by Step! Adult Taster Sessions with Anne George
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Finding Your Voice – Singing Together For Fun
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…
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s The Unexpected Guest
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…
Find out more »Matilda Jr
Come and join Doorstep Arts in rooting for the revolting children who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Find out more »Matilda Jr
Come and join Doorstep Arts in rooting for the revolting children who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Find out more »Matilda Jr
Come and join Doorstep Arts in rooting for the revolting children who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Find out more »August 2022
Lipstick on your Collar
Direct from London's West End... Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s! From the birth of Rock n Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the show is packed with over…
Find out more »The Beach Boys Tribute Show
Spread the word – they’re back at The Palace! After a successful tour of 2021, this block buster Beach Boys Tribute comes back to the Palace Theatre Paignton as part of their 2022 UK tour. Beach Boyz Tribute Band is back in town with its show The Beach Boys® Tribute Show! See the boys up close as featured on BBC TV, BBC Radio Wales and BBC and independent local radio stations across the UK. Come join a journey in time and…
Find out more »Finding Your Voice – Singing Together For Fun
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…
Find out more »Afternoon Tea experiences at the Palace, hosted in Stage Left
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…
Find out more »A-Rhianna – The Experience
Signature Rouge presents, ‘A-RHIANNA THE EXPERIENCE’ live at the Palace Theatre Paignton. If you’re an Ari fan you will not want to miss this! A-RHIANNA accompanied with professional dancers, custom costumes and sensational vocals. The ultimate tribute to Ariana Grande and her world famous sweetener tour. Including a supporting act with dancers from Claudia Lewis Dance Studios.
Find out more »Hexwood School of Sorcery
Sam Bradshaw Productions Presents Hexwood School of Sorcery. Maisey Hexwood was born into a family of spellbinding sorcerers. It’s now time for Maisey to follow in her family’s footsteps and begin her studies in sorcery. The only problem is, Maisey isn’t very good at magic, in fact she’s terrible! She once attempted a disappearing spell that made her wand disappear, she turned her Mum’s cat florescent pink and her first broom-flight ended when she crashed through her neighbour’s garden fence.…
Find out more »Hexwood School of Sorcery
Sam Bradshaw Productions Presents Hexwood School of Sorcery. Maisey Hexwood was born into a family of spellbinding sorcerers. It’s now time for Maisey to follow in her family’s footsteps and begin her studies in sorcery. The only problem is, Maisey isn’t very good at magic, in fact she’s terrible! She once attempted a disappearing spell that made her wand disappear, she turned her Mum’s cat florescent pink and her first broom-flight ended when she crashed through her neighbour’s garden fence.…
Find out more »Hexwood School of Sorcery
Sam Bradshaw Productions Presents Hexwood School of Sorcery. Maisey Hexwood was born into a family of spellbinding sorcerers. It’s now time for Maisey to follow in her family’s footsteps and begin her studies in sorcery. The only problem is, Maisey isn’t very good at magic, in fact she’s terrible! She once attempted a disappearing spell that made her wand disappear, she turned her Mum’s cat florescent pink and her first broom-flight ended when she crashed through her neighbour’s garden fence.…
Find out more »September 2022
An Audience at the Palace – Chris Nicholls, The Mystery of Agatha Christie
The Mystery of Agatha Christie How did this shy and dreamy Torquay girl become the world’s undisputed Queen of Crime and the biggest selling novelist of all time? In this talk Chris will search for clues to an answer. Chris Nicholls is a retired university lecturer, actor and writer. For the past few years he has concentrated on organising and giving talks on a range of cultural topics. He is a passionate admirer of Agatha Christie. ‘An Audience at the…
Find out more »Write Time, Write Place – a Ten Week Creative Writing Course
Running weekly as part of a ten week course, from Wednesday 7 September to Wednesday 9 November 2022, 10am to 12.15pm This ten-week course is an opportunity for those who enjoy creative writing to have fun sharing work, ideas and motivation. It is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience of writing who would welcome guidance, encouragement and feedback. The group is led by Chris Woodhouse who has created and taught many courses and workshops in the…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Ladies Class (Stage Left)
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. Beginners Ladies Singles Class – No partner needed. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best. 11.30am to 12.30pm, £17 per person per class Saturday 10…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Couples Six Week Course (Stage Left)
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 6 week courses where she will teach you the basics of ballroom and latin. Each 6 week course will focus on 2 new dances and is a fun and interactive way of learning to…
Find out more »Summer’s-end Party Night
Summer’s-end Party Night With musical entertainment from ‘Take-2’ and a delicious harvest buffet-supper to enjoy. It all takes place in Stage Left so a bit of singing and dancing is definitely on the cards. The pop up bar will be open too. Take-2 have entertained us before with their special mix of hits from the past that you’ll all know and love. A fabulous fun evening to celebrate summer’s end and welcome in the friendly colours of Autumn. Saturday 10…
Find out more »An Audience at the Palace – The Story of Greenway
A daytime talk with speaker John Risdon. These days Greenway largely attracts visitors thanks to the name of Agatha Christie, her 'ideal, dream house' purchased in 1938. She, together with her second husband Max Mallowan, fully appreciated the status and true heritage of what she was purchasing; a time line of English history stretching back to the Tudor era played out in one of the country's most beautiful settings. This talk illuminates this unique story of England and its part…
Find out more »Charles Court Opera and The International Agatha Christie Festival present: EXPRESS G&S
The "masters of Gilbert & Sullivan” present their side-splitting spoof of a classic railway murder mystery, while ripping through material from every single G&S opera with a cake soaked butter knife! Get ready to be swept away on this Topsy-turvy journey from Cornwall to Chancery Lane, from Titipu to the Tower of London, from Portsmouth to Fairyland - all aboard the G&S Express! A trio of intriguing travellers (and a pianist) take on multiple characters, uncovering clue upon red herring…
Find out more »The Dolly Show
As seen on BBC ONE and voted the U.K’s no 1. Dolly Parton tribute by the Agents Association of Great Britain. And undeniably one of the BEST Dolly impersonators you will ever see. West End star Kelly O’Brien is a true professional. Kelly is the best in the business; she sounds like Dolly Parton, she looks like Dolly and she’s as witty and entertaining as Dolly. This sensational tribute show is one of a kind! Kelly performs the beloved hits of…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Ladies Class (Stage Left)
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. Beginners Ladies Singles Class – No partner needed. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best. 11.30am to 12.30pm, £17 per person per class Saturday 10…
Find out more »PaddleBoat Theatre Company and the International Agatha Christie Festival present: Framed!
The legendary detective Rufus Caper has had an astonishing career of solving crimes: Murders, mysteries, missing persons - it's all in a day’s work for Rufus and his trusty assistant. There's only one villain Rufus has never managed to apprehend, Constance Shadows is the nemesis he's been following his entire career - Until the day she's found dead...MURDERED! And all clues point towards Rufus as the prime suspect. Suddenly the detective finds himself on the wrong side of the law,…
Find out more »Carter Davies – Secret Agent
Multi-award-winning movie The Artist was a stunning throwback to the era of silent films before special effects were even a twinkle in a director’s eye. Now, Moonstone Theatre Company comedy offers you the chance to relive the GOLDEN AGE OF RADIO! In days gone by when radio was king of the living room, special agents like Dick Barton and Paul Temple ruled the airwaves. With the live broadcast of two episodes of a period thriller, Moonstone’s very own secret agent,…
Find out more »Best of British TV Comedy
Join some of TV`s best-loved comedy legends in a hilarious glimpse of life behind the camera in a bumper celebration of classic TV nostalgia. Starring JEFFREY HOLLAND (Hi-De-Hi; You Rang M`Lord; Dads Army); SUE HODGE (`Allo `Allo! & The Muppets); APRIL WALKER (Fawlty Towers; Yes Minister!; Morecambe & Wise; The Two Ronnies; Frankie Howard; The Navy Lark); JUDY BUXTON (Rising Damp; The Likely Lads; Get Some In; On The Up) and hosted by comedy legend DEBBIE HUDD. With Keith `Paddington`…
Find out more »Double Death
It is a stormy night on the Cornish coast and the rivalry between identical twins Ashley and Max Hennessy reaches its final act. Confined in a wheelchair after a mountaineering accident that may or may not have been his brother’s fault, Ashley can only rely on his ditzy aunt, a CID Inspector nearing retirement and his overly officious nurse if he is to survive his brother’s murderous birthday plans. A play by Simon Williams presented by Bijou Theatre Productions and…
Find out more »Double Death
It is a stormy night on the Cornish coast and the rivalry between identical twins Ashley and Max Hennessy reaches its final act. Confined in a wheelchair after a mountaineering accident that may or may not have been his brother’s fault, Ashley can only rely on his ditzy aunt, a CID Inspector nearing retirement and his overly officious nurse if he is to survive his brother’s murderous birthday plans. A play by Simon Williams presented by Bijou Theatre Productions and…
Find out more »Double Death
It is a stormy night on the Cornish coast and the rivalry between identical twins Ashley and Max Hennessy reaches its final act. Confined in a wheelchair after a mountaineering accident that may or may not have been his brother’s fault, Ashley can only rely on his ditzy aunt, a CID Inspector nearing retirement and his overly officious nurse if he is to survive his brother’s murderous birthday plans. A play by Simon Williams presented by Bijou Theatre Productions and…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Ladies Class (Stage Left)
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. Beginners Ladies Singles Class – No partner needed. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best. 11.30am to 12.30pm, £17 per person per class Saturday 10…
Find out more »Double Death
It is a stormy night on the Cornish coast and the rivalry between identical twins Ashley and Max Hennessy reaches its final act. Confined in a wheelchair after a mountaineering accident that may or may not have been his brother’s fault, Ashley can only rely on his ditzy aunt, a CID Inspector nearing retirement and his overly officious nurse if he is to survive his brother’s murderous birthday plans. A play by Simon Williams presented by Bijou Theatre Productions and…
Find out more »Mum’s the word
The Mother of all Shows. The stuff nobody tells you about parenthood…until it’s too late. Whether it’s leaving the house without your bra, crying in the Supermarket aisles for no reason, or secretly thinking you had given birth to E.T. You won’t feel alone when listening to these women portray the “beauty” of bringing new life into the world…or forgetting where they left it. An uplifting, honest, heart-warming show that will have you both roaring with laughter and reaching for the…
Find out more »Katrina (from Katrina and the Waves) Charity Concert #StandWithUkraine
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 packages…
Find out more »October 2022
My Dear Old Things: An Evening With Henry Blofeld
Being confined to the pavilion for the past couple of seasons has given Henry time to reconnect with his Norfolk roots and reflect on a truly extraordinary life. This reflection inspired the online film, At Home With Henry, and this new theatre show. In My Dear Old Things, Blowers recalls his days as a young England hopeful, how an Eton bus knocked him off his stride - and his bike - recoiling from a career in the City to work as a cricket…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Ladies Class (Stage Left)
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. Beginners Ladies Singles Class – No partner needed. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best. 11.30am to 12.30pm, £17 per person per class Saturday 10…
Find out more »Primrose Ball – Afternoon Tea Dances
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…
Find out more »Calendar Girls
The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women’s Institute to do an extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions of what it is to be in a women’s institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and personal ramifications, but gradually the making of the fabulous and funny calendar brings each woman…
Find out more »Calendar Girls
The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women’s Institute to do an extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions of what it is to be in a women’s institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and personal ramifications, but gradually the making of the fabulous and funny calendar brings each woman…
Find out more »The Wizard of Oz (Ballet Theatre UK)
Join Ballet Theatre UK as we follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz.Enjoy Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion, (and yes Toto too) as they seek the Wonderful Wizard to find that there's no place like home! The Wizard of Oz is a two act, full-length, ballet adaptation of the iconic tale by L. Frank Baum, told through the magic of classical dance. Set to a classical score which brings the story to life, this…
Find out more »An Audience at the Palace – Maritime Shortcuts with Colin Vosper
Join us for an entertaining morning with speaker, Colin Vosper. Colin's presentation focuses on the historical attempts to construct canals cross the SW peninsula to avoid ships needing to round Lands End. The talk reveals the ingenious attempts to solve the problem just before the arrival of the railway. An Audience at the Palace’ daytime event; monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects. Price includes a cup of tea/coffee | Tickets £6 F 10:30am start
Find out more »Calendar Girls
The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women’s Institute to do an extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions of what it is to be in a women’s institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and personal ramifications, but gradually the making of the fabulous and funny calendar brings each woman…
Find out more »Calendar Girls
The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women’s Institute to do an extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions of what it is to be in a women’s institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and personal ramifications, but gradually the making of the fabulous and funny calendar brings each woman…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Ladies Class (Stage Left)
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. Beginners Ladies Singles Class – No partner needed. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best. 11.30am to 12.30pm, £17 per person per class Saturday 10…
Find out more »Calendar Girls
The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women’s Institute to do an extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions of what it is to be in a women’s institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and personal ramifications, but gradually the making of the fabulous and funny calendar brings each woman…
Find out more »Calendar Girls
The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women’s Institute to do an extraordinary thing. Blasting away all preconceptions of what it is to be in a women’s institute, they decide to do an artistic nude calendar to raise money for charity. Upturning preconceptions is a dangerous business and none of them expect the emotional and personal ramifications, but gradually the making of the fabulous and funny calendar brings each woman…
Find out more »Dance With Flavia – Beginners Ladies Class (Stage Left)
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. Beginners Ladies Singles Class – No partner needed. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning to dance from one of the best. 11.30am to 12.30pm, £17 per person per class Saturday 10…
Find out more »Freddie and Queen Experience
THE FREDDIE and QUEEN EXPERIENCE are the UK's Premier Queen & Freddie Mercury Tribute Band who are internationally and critically acclaimed. Ian as Freddie Mercury replicates Freddie Mercury's live shows with the looks, mannerisms, vocals, charisma, high energy and showmanship that Freddie was so famous for. THE FREDDIE and QUEEN EXPERIENCE is made up of some of the finest musicians in UK, including arguably the most established and best professional Brian May Tribute Andy Wills. The full band perform with replica…
Find out more »Arthur Smith – Laughs, Stories, a Song and a Poem (Stage Left at the Palace)
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…
Find out more »November 2022
An Audience at the Palace – Palace Avenue: the jewel in the crown
Speaker: Nick Pannell From cabbage patch to smart Victorian development, journalist and author Nick Pannell tells the history of Palace Avenue in Paignton. ‘An Audience at the Palace’ event; monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects. Thursday 3 November 10:30am | £6, Price includes a cup of tea/coffee. Image Credit: The Herald Express Millennium Bygones. Palace Avenue, Paignton, a shot from the famous Francis Frith company's photographers, showing the newly-completed gardens after 1896, when the Methodist Chapel was completed.
Find out more »Verdi’s Macbeth with Red Earth Opera
Red Earth Opera are delighted to bring Verdi’s early masterpiece to the stage at the Palace Theatre. Sung in English with professional soloists and singers and musicians from Devon, Cornwall and beyondMacbeth is the first opera Verdi created using a Shakespearean text. It contains some glorious music, including the chorus of Scottish Refugees (Patria Oppressa). The cast includes witches, ghosts and kings, as well as Lord and Lady Macbeth, and plenty of drama.
Find out more »Diamonds are Forever
After its highly successful Premier at the Palace Theatre, Diamonds are Forever returns with its fabulous celebration of the music of Dame Shirley Bassey and Neil Diamond, backed by the brilliant ‘DIAMOND ORCHESTRA’
Find out more »Genesis Connected
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards including; Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, Solsbury Hill, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more. The frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist,…
Find out more »The Hound of the Baskervilles – A radio play live on stage!
Renowned stars of stage & screen COLIN BAKER (Doctor Who, The Brothers) & TERRY MOLLOY (Mike Tucker in The Archers for 40 years) are joining forces this autumn to play the world’s most famous detectives, SHERLOCK HOLMES & DOCTOR WATSON. Alongside DEE SADLER (All Creatures Great & Small, No Place Like Home), they star in a brand new stage adaptation of THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, on tour to commemorate the 120th anniversary of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s most popular…
Find out more »The Wall of Floyd
Returning to the Palace in 2022 ... The Wall of Floyd, an established leading tribute to Pink Floyd from the South Coast of England. Made up of 7 core members, with collectively over 75 years of studio and live performance between them, the band aim to sonically reproduce Pink Floyd's music as accurately as possible with a stage show to match. The band combine live musical performance with the latest digital technology to perform fan favourites from across Pink Floyd's…
Find out more »Beauty and the Beast (Ballet Theatre UK)
Join Ballet Theatre UK with one of the most enchanting love stories of all time, “Beauty and the Beast”. Inspired by the original tale, this production tells the story of Belle, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who feels out of place in her provincial French village. When her father is imprisoned in a mysterious castle, Belle’s attempt to rescue him leads to her capture by the Beast, a grisly and fearsome monster. Little does she know that he is…
Find out more »December 2022
Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Santa’s Magical Gift
From the producers of David Walliams ‘Mr Stink’. Holly, Santa’s newest elf and Trixie the experienced elf are busy decorating Santa’s workshop in the lead up to Christmas, cutting out beautiful snowflakes from white paper. Holly reveals Lapland’s biggest secret, that once a year Santa sends a magical gift to one person who deserves it the most. Holly writes her Christmas wish on a snowflake and places it on the window ledge before going to bed. That night a gust…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Santa’s Magical Gift
From the producers of David Walliams ‘Mr Stink’. Holly, Santa’s newest elf and Trixie the experienced elf are busy decorating Santa’s workshop in the lead up to Christmas, cutting out beautiful snowflakes from white paper. Holly reveals Lapland’s biggest secret, that once a year Santa sends a magical gift to one person who deserves it the most. Holly writes her Christmas wish on a snowflake and places it on the window ledge before going to bed. That night a gust…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Santa’s Magical Gift
From the producers of David Walliams ‘Mr Stink’. Holly, Santa’s newest elf and Trixie the experienced elf are busy decorating Santa’s workshop in the lead up to Christmas, cutting out beautiful snowflakes from white paper. Holly reveals Lapland’s biggest secret, that once a year Santa sends a magical gift to one person who deserves it the most. Holly writes her Christmas wish on a snowflake and places it on the window ledge before going to bed. That night a gust…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Santa’s Magical Gift
From the producers of David Walliams ‘Mr Stink’. Holly, Santa’s newest elf and Trixie the experienced elf are busy decorating Santa’s workshop in the lead up to Christmas, cutting out beautiful snowflakes from white paper. Holly reveals Lapland’s biggest secret, that once a year Santa sends a magical gift to one person who deserves it the most. Holly writes her Christmas wish on a snowflake and places it on the window ledge before going to bed. That night a gust…
Find out more »An Audience at the Palace – The South Devon Railway: A Journey Down the Line
Speaker: Chris Mackenzie-Thorpe The heritage steam railway between Buckfastleigh and Totnes has operated for over 50 years but the history of the line goes back exactly 150 years. Chris, a Stationmaster at Totnes Riverside Station for more than 20 years takes you on an illustrated trip down the line explaining the history of the railway. ‘An Audience at the Palace’ event; monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects. Price includes a cup of tea/coffee. Thursday 8 December 10:30am |…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshops
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us for a fun session making your own traditional wreaths to take home. We will have a vast array of natural materials and all equipment on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. Cost: £26 per traditional wreath. All materials provided, as well as a…
Find out more »Cinderella
Paignton Pantomime Productions are back on our stage with Cinderella, the family's favourite panto! The multi award winning Paignton Pantomime Productions returns to the Palace Theatre, Paignton with another spectacular traditional pantomime full of colour, song, dance, wit and audience participation. The production team that brought you last year’s Jack and the Beanstalk return with an even bigger budget to make Cinderella the must see Torbay pantomime. Once again there are seven matinees so both young and old can enjoy…
Find out more »January 2023
An Audience at the Palace – Eric Morecambe, the comedian and the Torbay connection
Join us for an entertaining morning with speaker Ian Handford. The two man partnership Morecambe and Wise in 1996 was voted the “Best light entertainment performers of all time”. It was the British public who eventually in 1999 voted Eric Morecambe the ”funniest man of the Century”. Eric was, from a young man, a comic genius who adopted his hometown name of Morecambe to form that magical Morecambe and Wise title. An Audience at the Palace’ event; monthly talks with…
Find out more »February 2023
An Audience at the Palace – The Drinking Fountains of Torquay
Join speaker, David Hinchliffe for an entertaining morning. During the late 19th and early 20th century the streets of our towns and cities saw the introduction of fountains and troughs supplying free and clean drinking water for people and animals alike. Torquay was in its heyday, with many famous, wealthy and intellectual residents, philanthropy was at its peak, and fountains often took on ornamental forms. Although now largely forgotten and neglected, our surviving fountains tell a story of our social…
Find out more »March 2023
Top Secret – The Magic of Science
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,…
Find out more »Top Secret – The Magic of Science
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,…
Find out more »An Audience at the Palace – Turning to Crime
As part of the 2023 English Riviera Literature Festival with author, Stephanie Austin Stephanie Austin is the author of the Devon Mystery Series, published by Allison and Busby, a series of contemporary crime novels set in the Dartmoor town of Ashburton and featuring reluctant amateur sleuth and antique shop owner, Juno Browne.Stephanie lives in Torquay, and had a varied career as a teacher, artist and antiques trader before becoming a writer. When not writing she is actively involved as an…
Find out more »An Audience at the Palace – Mistress of the Arts
As part of the English Riviera Literature Festival 2023: The Passionate Life of Georgina, Duchess of Bedford with author, Rachel Trethewey. Georgina, Duchess of Bedford (1781-1853), had a long and happy marriage with one of the richest men in England. Yet she also kept a handsome lover over 20 years her junior - the famous artist Edwin Landseer - who adored her till the day he died. Georgina's controversial life caused scandal even in that decadent era. Born and educated…
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