Speech and Drama Festival Session one 14:00-18:30 Session two 19:00-21:30 Friday, 5 November 2021 Afternoon session – all timings are approximate 14.00 Class VSP1 Verse Speaking 7 years and under Class PRD2 Prose Reading 8 and 9 years Own choice. Adjudication 14.10 Class VSP2 Verse Speaking 8 and 9 years Class SDR1 Solo Drama 8 […]
As a magician/illusionist, ventriloquist, dancer, choreographer and actress (GSMD), Anne’s colourful career has included directing shows and as CEO of a leading UK entertainment company. Her continuing story is varied, amusing and highly entertaining. 10:30am | £5 F Friends £3
We are all in need of lifting our spirits, having a good old sing song and a really good laugh. If that sounds like a good idea, then this is the show for you! On the 8th May 1945, millions of people took to the streets to celebrate peace and to look forward to a […]
Dom Joly is best known as the creator of Trigger Happy TV. And now the writer and broadcaster is undertaking his first UK tour since 2011, giving fans a rare opportunity to see him live. Dom will be talking about his exploits as a serial globe-trotting and seeker of dangerous travel spots. From North Korea though the Congo […]
Climb aboard for the trip of a lifetime as the world’s most glamorous showgirls (who just happen to be men!) send you soaring to spectacular diamante-dipped song and dance destinations, with over 400 stunning costumes. Comedy turbulence is the in-flight order of the day as your cabin crew, led by the one and only Ole take you mile […]
Climb aboard for the trip of a lifetime as the world’s most glamorous showgirls (who just happen to be men!) send you soaring to spectacular diamante-dipped song and dance destinations, with over 400 stunning costumes. Comedy turbulence is the in-flight order of the day as your cabin crew, led by the one and only Ole take you mile […]
Michael Portillo makes a welcome return to Paignton to talk about his life and career. After studying at Cambridge University, he worked with Mrs Thatcher, briefing her before press conferences. As a Conservative politician, he took just over a decade to go from a seat in the Commons to being seen as possible future Prime Minister. […]
Sadly one of the cast was taken ill tonight at the performance of Crown Matrimonial and we were left with no alternative than to close the show immediately. We have taken medical advice we have been advised that this cast member will not be able to perform for the rest of this run. Due to […]
Sadly one of the cast was taken ill tonight at the performance of Crown Matrimonial and we were left with no alternative than to close the show immediately. We have taken medical advice we have been advised that this cast member will not be able to perform for the rest of this run. Due to […]
Sadly one of the cast was taken ill tonight at the performance of Crown Matrimonial and we were left with no alternative than to close the show immediately. We have taken medical advice we have been advised that this cast member will not be able to perform for the rest of this run. Due to […]
Our new Stage Left party nights with live performances of hits from across the decades to sing and dance along with. Singer, Barry Palmer, has a wide history in rock and pop, most notably with the German prog-rock band Triumvirat and in the 80s as lead vocals with Mike Oldfield on the album Discovery. His […]
The Torbay Music Festival finishes with our prestigious Gala Concert which showcases the best of the performances. The concert finishes with the presentation of our Special Awards
An Audience at the Palace - The Peintona Paladin, a fun local history quiz with Paignton Heritage Society. Join Karen and Iris of Paignton Heritage Society as they challenge your knowledge of Paignton's rich history. Come along and take part in this fun and fascinating local history poser and be crowned 'The Peintona Paladin' A time […]
Torbay School of Dance presents 'Showtime'.
Jack's back in 2021! And tickets are on sale now ... “A masterclass on how to deliver first class entertainment”, “it is all about the audience’s enjoyment” and “a magical experience” were just three of the comments received for Sleeping Beauty last Christmas. Now Jack's back to deliver another fabulous pantomime at the Palace Theatre, Paignton. The […]
Lady Jade & DJ Loadz, otherwise known as the Vinyl Avengers are international, retro vinyl DJs, and will have you dancing and singing along to their scratchy, old records in the Palace Theatre's spectacular ballroom, known as Stage Left on New Year's Eve. Mod, Soul, Ska, 2tone, 60's Soul, 70's Funk, Motown, Northern Soul .... […]
Get swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time, as Wonder Productions brings us the most loved pantomime of them all - Cinderella This classic rags to riches story tells us of beautiful young girl who is cruelly treated by her jealous Ugly Step-sisters. If she’s to meet her Prince […]
Get swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time, as Wonder Productions brings us the most loved pantomime of them all - Cinderella This classic rags to riches story tells us of beautiful young girl who is cruelly treated by her jealous Ugly Step-sisters. If she’s to meet her Prince […]
In the first part of the 20th century our nation was gripped by “pageantitis”, following the “mother of all pageants at Sherborne in Dorset in 1905. Torquay’s pageant was overseen by Arthur Applin – classical actor, sensationalist novel writer and war hero. Around 2,000 local people took part in what is now an almost forgotten […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dr Peter Marsden, archaeologist, author and speaker, describes the latest discoveries following her raising in 1982, that show why this warship of Henry VIII’s embryonic Royal Navy sank off Portsmouth in 1545. An Audience at the Palace’ daytime event; monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects. Price includes a cup of tea/coffee | Tickets £5 […]
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 […]
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 […]
