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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: John Hegley: New and Selected Potatoes
DESCRIPTION:John Hegley: New and Selected Potatoes \nNew and Selected Potatoes is the spud-in-cheek title of the compilation of 10 volumes of work by poet\, comic\, singer\, songwriter and glasses-wearer\, John Hegley. John will perform poems and songs from across his back-catalogue\, alongside new pieces\, focussing on his educational work and storytelling. Perrier comedy nominated and well-known on TV and radio\, as well as brilliant live performer\, John is one of the Uk’s best-loved and funniest poets. \nThe Observer commented ‘Hegley is to potatoes what Wordsworth has been to daffodils’ There is much about family and foolhardiness in a show designed for adults\, but not unsuitable for the odd nine-year-old. The poet Adrian Mitchell said of him ‘just because he is one of the funniest men alive\, don’t underestimate his dedicated gentleness.’ The Independent described him as ‘awesomely mundane.’ \nJohn will be signing copies of his books after his show. \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n11:00-13:00 Tuesday 11 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-john-hegley-new-and-selected-potatoes/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Crime at the Sharp End
DESCRIPTION:Crime at the Sharp End. \nJoin Professor Richard Handy FRSB\, a pathologist and leading expert on chemical poisons\, and an expert witness. He is author of a series of historical spy thrillers. He appears alongside \nTina Orr Munro who has worked as a police and crime journalist and as a civilian Scenes of Crime officer and is author of the Ally Dymond crime series. \nThey discuss with author Stephanie Austin\, how their professional lives have informed their fiction writing and why we can’t always believe tv show forensics. \nIn association with the Crime on the Coast Festival. (Books will be on sale from all those involved). \nLimited to 120 places. This is a free event\, please do register for your free ticket using the buy ticket link. \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n14:30-15:30 11th August 2026 (Stage Left)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-crime-at-the-sharp-end/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Roger Lewis\, Our greatest and funniest living biographer?
DESCRIPTION:Roger Lewis  Our greatest and funniest living biographer? \nRoger Lewis has redefined the art of biography. He has written books about Laurence Olivier\, Anthony Burgess\, and Charles Hawtrey. His biography ‘The Life and Death of Peter Sellers’\, was made into a hugely successful film starring Geoffrey Rush. His latest book ‘Erotic Vagrancy: Everything about Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor’ was described by Stephen Fry as ‘One of the best biographies I have ever read’. In 2023 both the Sunday Times and Mail on Sunday called it their ‘Book of the Year’. This is bound to be a funny\, insightful and at times eye-opening interview. \nRoger is currently working on a new book ‘Fog By Teatime: Approximately in the Vicinity of Victoria Wood.’ \n‘Lewis’ prose\, so electrifying\, so funny\, so sharp\, so unsolemn\, always going in unexpected directions\, and with all those hilarious asides. Erotic Vagrancy gave me a week of pure joy’ The Mail on Sunday. \nYou can e-mail Roger question in advance to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk and he will be signing copies of all his books afterwards. \n \n14:30-16:30 Tuesday 11 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-roger-lewis-our-greatest-and-funniest-living-biographer/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Christopher Biggins\, There is nothing like a Dame.
DESCRIPTION:Christopher Biggins There is nothing like a Dame. \nSome people need no introduction.  We are thrilled to have ‘Biggins’ join us in a unique event in which we will explore his life through the selection of favourite books. Six titles that have influenced his approach to a life which has been extraordinary. One of show-businesses most adored figures\, we will take him through his early childhood in Oldham\, iconic shows such as Porridge\, Poldark\, Renta Ghost\, and I Claudius\, to his winning I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Christopher is also one of pantomime’s most famous Dames and was in the original version of The Rocky Horror Picture Show\, both on stage and in the film. \nChristopher will be signing copies of his autobiography ‘Biggins: My Story’ after the event and you can e-mail him questions in advance to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n19:30-21:30 Tuesday 11 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00 \n 
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-christopher-biggins-there-is-nothing-like-a-dame/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Louis Barfe
DESCRIPTION:Louis Barfe presents an insightful and hilarious insight in the world of light entertainment. \nLouis Barfe is probably the leading expert in the country on British television\, radio and music in the second half of the twentieth century. His book on the record business: ‘Where Have All the Good Times Gone?’ was described as ‘Indispensable and truly exceptional’ by Q magazine. He has written definitive biographies of Morecambe and Wise\, Ken Dodd\, and Les Dawson. His history of light entertainment ‘Turned Out Nice Again’ encompasses every game show\, comedy and television spectacular you’ll have heard of\, and a few you won’t. \nA contributor\, amongst others to The Oldie\, Private Eye and The Lady\, an hour spent in his company is like a wonderfully funny trip down memory lane\, back to a time when there were (at most) four television channels and people would sit round a TV or radio set together. This is the perfect way to put a smile on your face at the start of the day. \nYou can e-mail Louis questions in advance about any of his books\, which he will be signing after the event. Please send questions to: questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n‘Louis Barfe: the main who knows everything’ Record Collector. \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n£15.00 (£7.50 Early bird if booked by 1 July 2026) \n09:15-10:15 Wednesday 12 August 2026 (Main Stage)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-louis-barfe/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic. Hosted by Ella Hall \nAre you brave enough to read out your work to an audience. Guests are invited to this free event to share their poetry\, or prose\, and each person will be allowed a six-minute slot to explain what they will be reading and to share it with an audience. \nFree event. This is a free event\, please do register for your free ticket using the buy ticket link. \n \nVisit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk for more information \n11:00-12:15 Wednesday 12 August 2026 (Stage Left)
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Ann Widdecombe
DESCRIPTION:Ann Widdecombe will talk both about her life and her writing. \nFew politicians are as well known or well liked as Ann Widdecombe. Known for her forthright no-nonsense approach to both politics and life\, she also exudes a sense or fun which might explain her popularity. \nA former Conservative party Minister and MP\, she now campaigns for The Reform Party\, but is most recently known to a whole different generation\, after partnering with Anton De Beke in Strictly Come Dancing. A regular on television including Celebrity Big Brother\, Ann\, has frankly had an extraordinary life. \nShe has published four novels and her autobiography ‘Strictly Ann’\, was a Sunday Times bestseller. If you book for this talk\, do expect outspoken and forthright views from a singular personality. Held in huge public affection\, even the left-leaning Guardian newspaper called her a ‘national living treasure’. \nYou can e-mail us your questions for Ann to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk and she will be signing copies of all her books after the event. \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n11:00-13:00 Wednesday 12 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic. Hosted by Ella Hall \nAre you brave enough to read out your work to an audience. Guests are invited to this free event to share their poetry\, or prose\, and each person will be allowed a six-minute slot to explain what they will be reading and to share it with an audience. \nFree event. This is a free event\, please do register for your free ticket using the buy ticket link. \n \nVisit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk for more information \n14:00-15:45 Wednesday 12 August 2026 (Stage Left)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-final-open-mic/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Keeping the Reader Guessing
DESCRIPTION:Keeping the Reader Guessing \nThriller writer Miranda Ramphul discusses with crime writers Caroline Serpall \, Helena Dixon and Abi Yardimci how they create tension and suspense in their novels and plot the perfect murder. \nIn association with the Crime on the Coast Festival. (Books will be on sale from all those involved). \nLimited to 120 places. This is a free event\, please do register for your free ticket using the buy ticket link. \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk\n14:30-15:30 Wednesday 12 August 2026 (Stage Left) FREE EVENT
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-keeping-the-reader-guessing/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Melvyn Hayes
DESCRIPTION:Melvyn Hayes – Still with us and making us laugh \nFew people can be genuinely called a ‘Living Comedy Legend’ but Melvyn Hayes certainly warrants that title. He has spent an incredible 75 years in showbusiness\, though is probably best known\, to TV audiences as Gunner ‘Gloria’ Beaumont in ‘It Ain’t Half Hot Mum’. He has appeared in over 50 films including ‘Summer Holiday’ and ‘The Young Ones’\, with Cliff Richard. \nMost recently Melvyn has appeared in ‘Benidorm’ and ‘Would I Lie to You?’; Now\, at the age of 91 he has finally got round to writing his memoirs ‘It Ain’t Half Late Mum’. Melvyn was evacuated as a child during World War Two\, to nearby Dawlish\, and will talk about that time\, as well as\, behind-the-scenes\, stories from an incredibly varied life on stage and screen. \nHe has promised to stay alive\, at least until the late afternoon on 12 August\, when he will be signing books after his interview. You can e-mail Melvyn questions in advance of the day to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk. \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n14:30-16:30 Wednesday 12 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-melvyn-hayes/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: The Second Coming of David Bowie
DESCRIPTION:The Second Coming of David Bowie  \n19:00-20:00 Alexander Larman will discuss his acclaimed book\, ‘Lazarus’\, which explores David Bowie’s final years\, including commercial failures to 21st century critical acclaim. This is a ‘must’ for any Bowie fan and will offer unique insights and is the first major biography to tell the full and candid story from the point of view of those that knew him and were involved in albums such as ‘The Next Day’ and ‘Blackstar’. \nThen (following a short break for book signing and to top up on refreshments) 20:30-22:45: Two 55-minute sets from the stunning David Bowie Tribute act ‘Bowie Experience’. Fresh from the West End\, you can enjoy a spectacular tribute concert celebrating the life of Bowie with songs from ‘A to Ziggy’.  Covering every era and persona\, this is a night you won’t forget. \n \nFurther details at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \nWednesday 12 August (Main Stage) £36.00 \n 
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-the-second-coming-of-david-bowie/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Georgina Moore
DESCRIPTION:Georgina Moore will discuss her hugely popular novels ‘The Garnett Girls’ and ‘River of Stars’ \nThe Sunday Times bestselling novelist will explore her beautifully written and captivating novels. Full of romance and deep family secrets\, her latest book ‘River of Stars’ is a story for every generation. As well as being one of the rising stars in romantic fiction\, Georgina is an award-winning book publicist with over two decades of promoting some of the most famous authors of this century. She brings a unique insight into the book industry and what it takes to succeed. We will explore the courage it takes to finally put pen to paper and what makes a really good novel. Few people in the UK understand the world of books better than this author and guests will be able to obtain a view into the writing process like no other. \nIf you are looking for the perfect holiday read\, you can buy signed copies of Georgina’s books at the end of the event and can e-mail her questions in advance of the talk to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n‘Glorious\, glamorous and transporting: The British Taylor Jenkins Reid’ Lucy Foley \n‘Wholly involving with a rich\, emotional depth\, Georgina Moore is the heir to the late great Maeve Binchy.’ Jennie Godfrey \n \n£15.00 (£7.50 Early bird if booked by 1 July 2026) \n09:15-10:15 Thursday 13 August 2026 \n 
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-georgina-moore/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic. Hosted by Ella Hall \nAre you brave enough to read out your work to an audience. Guests are invited to this free event to share their poetry\, or prose\, and each person will be allowed a six-minute slot to explain what they will be reading and to share it with an audience. \nFree event. This is a free event\, please do register for your free ticket using the buy ticket link. \n \nVisit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk for more information \n11:00-12:15 Wednesday 13 August 2026 (Stage Left)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-open-mic-3/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Lady Ann Glenconner\, Manners and Mischief
DESCRIPTION:Lady Ann Glenconner Manners and Mischief \nLady Ann Glenconner\, Princess Margaret’s Lady-in-Waiting and a Maid of Honour at Queen Elizabeth IIs Coronation\, offers rich\, sparkling memories from a remarkable life that has been both extremely conventional and unconventional. Her autobiography ‘Lady In Waiting’ was a sensational bestseller\, in both senses of the word – with many left open mouthed at the revelations on programmes such as The Graham Norton show. \nHer new book Manners and Mischief: An A to Z  of a Life Well Lived’  has everything from offering tips on how to get out of the bath with grace\, to how to lose at cards when required. As well as a huge celebration\, this book is also a love letter to a disappearing world\, which\, in her own words has taught her that life ‘should be faced with laughter\, a stiff upper lip\, and the odd vodka tonic.’ \nLady Glenconner shall be signing copies of her books\, after her talk\, and she will also take questions\, sent in in advance to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n‘The gossip is stupendous but it’s also tremendously touching’  (the late and jolly-super) Jilly Cooper. \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n11:00-13:00 Thursday 13 August 2026 £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-lady-ann-glenconner-manners-and-mischief/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Cruel and Unusual
DESCRIPTION:CRUEL AND UNUSUAL – Are Writers Worse than the Characters they Create? \nMorgen Witzel and Helena Dixon lead a discussion with fellow crime writers David Sharp\, Miranda Ramphul\, Jenny Kane and  SM Hardy about what it takes to create a fictional villain\, their motivations and methods\, including a discussion of cruel and unusual ways of bumping people off. \nIn association with the Crime on the Coast Festival. (Books will be on sale from all those involved). \nFree event. This is a free event\, please do register for your free ticket using the buy ticket link. \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n14:30-15:30  Thursday 13 August 2026 (Stage Left)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-cruel-and-unusual/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Merlin Holland
DESCRIPTION:Merlin Holland – Oscar Wilde’s only grandson offers his insight into his grandfather’s life\, and most uniquely after-life. \nFans of Oscar Wilde will never have a greater opportunity to learn\, first hand\, about what has been described as one of the most important books about him for fifty years. ‘After Oscar’ exposes the decades of sensationalism and conjecture surrounding the Wilde family. It explores this from both the perspective of the aftermath of his death but also with a 21st century view from a world where many cannot now possibly conceive the shock his trail caused – documenting a century of homophobia within the British establishment. For decades Oscar was anything but the ‘gay icon’ or celebrated playwright and writer that he is today. We are honoured to be joined by Merlin Holland\, Wilde’s only grandson who has travelled to us from France to a part of Devon where Wilde once lived (now Torquay’s Osborne Hotel). This will be a very special occasion. \n‘Wilde’s afterlife remains almost as rich and entertaining as his life.’ The Guardian. \nYou can submit questions to Merlin Holland in advance of this event\, to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk\, and he will be signing copies of After Oscar in the Stage Left area of the Palace Theatre. \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n14:30-16:30 Thursday 13 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-merlin-holland/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Mr B (The Gentleman Rhymer)
DESCRIPTION:Mr B (The Gentleman Rhymer) \nFollowing the ‘Bowie Party’ of Wednesday night we invite you to dance and laugh with the incredible ‘Top Chap’ – Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer. There are no words justifiable to describe this ‘act’ – we simply suggest you look up his ‘Chap-Hop History’ on Youtube for a tiny flavour of what to expect. He’ll probably be world famous by 2027. See him now\, while you still can… \nBook early\, with ticket prices at £5 its sure to sell out! \n \nThursday 13 August 2026. (Main Stage) 19:30-21:15  ONLY £5.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-mr-b-the-gentleman-rhymer/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Chris Manby and Simon Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Chris Manby and Simon Robinson speak about ‘War Babies’ – the extraordinary stories of the forgotten children of World War Two. \nEach November we remember the sacrifice of the servicemen and women who fought\, in both world wars. But there’s another group of men and women who struggled alongside them. They may not have borne arms or worn uniforms\, but they too faced war’s horrors – as children – and many still bear their own battle scars. ‘War Babies’ gives a voice to the ‘Silent Generation’ those born between 1928-1945\, who share the brutality of the Second World War. Although moving this is ultimately a very uplifting book that will make us all reflect on the sacrifices made and count ourselves lucky to be living in this century. \nChris Manby and Simon Robinson have interviewed dozens of those still alive and will offer a unique insights to what this intense period was really like. Simon Robinson is one the country’s leading social historians and specialises in WW2. Chris Manby is one of our greatest fiction writers (often under the name Chrissie Manby or CJ Wray) and was at the top of the ‘Chick lit’ boom\, in fiction\, in the 1990s. Having written more than 40 books\, we are also likely to touch on the writing process in general\, and as someone who for years has taught on creative writing courses\, do feel free to send in questions about how to improve your own writing. Her romantic comedy novel ‘A Fairytale Christmas’ drew heavily on real life people she met when researching the amateur dramatic scene at The Little Theatre\, Torquay. \nBoth Chris and Simon will be signing copies of their books after the event. You can e-mail them questions in advance to: questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n£15.00 (£7.50 Early bird if booked by 1 July 2026) \n09:15-10:15 Friday 14 August 2026
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-chris-manby-and-simon-robinson/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Break your writers block
DESCRIPTION:BREAK YOUR WRITERS BLOCK – Creative Writing workshop with Chris Manby \nWhether you’re an aspiring or experienced writer\, you’ve doubtless had days when the words just won’t come. Do you struggle with motivation or finding fresh ideas? Wonder how to organize your time more effectively? This practical session addresses common challenges that affect writers of both fiction and non-fiction\, equipping you with proven strategies to escape the quagmire of procrastination and get your project done. \nJoin bestselling novelist Chris Manby for an interactive group session exploring the writing process. The workshop includes a hands-on writing exercise (bring a pen and notepad). Chris is the author of 40 published books and has ghostwritten many more. \n \n11:00-12:30 Friday 14 August 2026 (Stage Left). £4.00 (limited to 120 places).
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-break-your-writers-block/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival - A.N Wilson\, The Wise and Their Works
DESCRIPTION:The Wise and Their Works celebrates the 175th anniversary of the Great Exhibition in 2026.\n\nThe men who inspired the Great Exhibition of 1851 – Henry Cole\, Sir Robert Peel and above all Prince Albert himself – were at the centre of an extraordinary combination of manufacturing\, commercial skill and political vision which made Victorian Britain an unparalleled success story. \nIn his celebratory book\, A. N. Wilson examines the legacy they left behind: their idealistic beliefs about free trade\, decency and parliamentary democracy\, and their ultimate vision of the human race at peace with prosperity spreading\, while poverty and warfare were consigned to history. While their loftier ambitions may not have come to pass\, these enterprising men did leave behind a little known but hugely influential organisation\, the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851\, which still supports industry\, science and art in the UK. Skillfully delving into this rich and fascinating history\, Wilson will take us on a journey into the heart of the progressive Victorian dream\, and where it has left us today. \nA.N. Wilson\, one of our greatest\, ‘men of letters’ will be signing books after his interview and you can e-mail him questions in advance to: questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n \nFor further information please visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n11am- 13:00 Friday 14 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00 \nClick image below to view full festival programme…
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-a-n-wilson-the-wise-and-their-works/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Roger McGough – Alive and Gigging
DESCRIPTION:Roger McGough – Alive and Gigging \nRoger McGough is probably our greatest and certainly most popular living poet.  A true original\, he first came to prominence in the 1960s\, as one of the leading members of the ‘Liverpool poets’ (he was a contemporary of the Beatles). He subsequently developed into one of the countries most celebrated poets\, doing much to popularise and transform what had previously been considered a rather aloof form. His poetry is hugely entertaining\, often funny\, and will always make you think. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear a legendary performer. \nRoger will entertain us with his latest one-man show and will sign copies of his books after appearing on stage. (Suitable for adults and older children). \n \nMore details at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \nFriday 14 August (Main Stage) 14:30-16:30   £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-roger-mcgough-alive-and-gigging/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Lesley Pearse A life lived to the full
DESCRIPTION:Lesley Pearse A life lived to the full \nLesley Pearse lives in Torquay and is a British novelist with global sales of over 10 million copies. She is easily\, after Agatha Christie\, the most successful writer to have lived in Torbay in the past two centuries. However\, Lesley did not start her writing career until she was 48. Her life\, which is described in her bestselling autobiography\, ‘The Long and Winding Road’\, is one rich with incidents\, setbacks and joys – at least as incredible as anything found in her novels. By her mid-sixties Lesley was living in London\, sharing flats\, partying hard and married to a trumpet player in a jazz-rock band. She has also worked as a nanny and a Playboy bunny. Leslie describes herself as still a ‘party girl’ and we can’t wait to hear all about her incredible story. \nLesley will talk about her life\, her publishing journey and her 32 bestselling novels. She will sign books at the end of the event\, and if you would like to send questions for Lesley to answer on the day\, please send in advance via email to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n \nFor more information visit www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n18:30-19:30 Friday 14 August 2026 (Main Stage) £15.00 (But £7.50 if booked before 1July 2026)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-lesley-pearse-a-life-lived-to-the-full/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Helen Lederer
DESCRIPTION:Helen Lederer  ‘ The third funniest woman in the world’ – Dawn French \nHelen Lederer is one of the most recognisable female comics on television. From ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ to ‘Bottom’ she has can offer insights into the world of comedy like almost no-one else. Her autobiography ‘Not That I’m Bitter’ tells the story of Helen’s journey from what her mother called a ‘show off’ to becoming a trailblazer in the male-dominated world of Alternative Comedy. She has just finished a West End appearance playing the notorious Mrs Richardson in Torquay’s Fawlty Towers. However\, this August\, she will appear in Torbay\, for real\, in what promises to be both a hilarious and revealing interview. \nHelen will sign books after her talk\, and questions can be e-mailed in\, in advance\, in the usual way to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n20:00-22:00 Friday 14 August 2026 (Main Stage) \n 
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-helen-lederer/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Iwan Carrington – Clean in 15
DESCRIPTION:Iwan Carrington – Clean in 15 \nIwan Carrington (a.k.a Mr Carrington) is a presenter and Youtuber\, probably best known as the cleaning guru on award winning BBC series ‘Sort Your Life Out’\, co-presented with Stacey Solomon. If you want to know anything about housecleaning\, home organisation\, and design\, Iwan is your man. His book ‘Clean in 15’ offers easy tips to make maintaining a sparkling home a doddle\, with ingenious hacks and easy routines that promise to free up more free time for you. As well as being interviewed about his life and behind-the scenes TV stories\, Iwan will take questions. Please e-mail these in\, in advance\, to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \nThis is the absolutely perfect time to solve that problem that’s been bugging you. \nIwan will also be signing copies of his book\, which would make the perfect gift for a friend or family member who finds chores a chore. \n \nYou can follow Iwan on Youtube @mrcarrington \n09:15-10:15 Saturday 15 August 2026 (Main Stage) £15.00 (But £7.50 if booked before 1 July 2026)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-iwan-carrington-clean-in-15/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Hunter Davies – The Beatles and Me
DESCRIPTION:Hunter Davies – The Beatles and Me  \nHunter Davies is not only one of our most accomplished journalists\, and author of more than 100 books\, but also the only person to have been approved\, by Brain Epstein\, to write a biography of the Beatles. A friend of all the fab four\, he will discuss this relationship since the ‘60s and their ongoing legacy\, as well as his forthcoming new book ‘Get Back’. Hunter is the former editor of The Sunday Times magazine\, and amongst many other things\, has also written a great number of sports books\, including assisting in the writing of books by Wayne Rooney and Paul Gascoigne. This event will also feature a never-seen-before ten-minute film of Hunter\, on holiday in 1968\, with Paul and Linda McCartney. If you are a Beatles fan\, this is going to be very special. \nYou can submit questions in advance to Hunter Davies via e-mail to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk and he will sign copies of his books after this talk. \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n11:00-13:00 Saturday 15 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-hunter-davies-the-beatles-and-me/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Georgia Toffolo – The World According to Toff
DESCRIPTION:Georgia Toffolo – The World According to Toff \nGeorgia Toffolo is adored by millions. The British television personality\, entrepreneur\, Sunday Times bestselling author\, and broadcaster is known for her personality and undeniable charisma. \nGeorgia started her career in television and won over the nation’s hearts when she was crowned Queen of the Jungle on ITV’s I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! which truly cemented her place as a beloved public figure. She has since been a regular on TV and other media. \nGeorgia’s four romantic novels — Meet Me in Hawaii\, London\, Tahiti and at the Wedding — published by HarperCollins have been hugely successful\, earning Sunday Times bestseller status and building a loyal readership. A passionate champion of literacy\, reading and storytelling\, Georgia embodies everything we love: positivity\, humour\, and\, of course\, plenty of glamour. \nYou can e-mail Georgia questions ahead of her event\, and she will be signing copies of her books in the Stage Left area of the Palace Theatre around 15:45 \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n14:30-15:30 Saturday 15 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-giorgia-toffolo-the-world-according-to-toff/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Hunter Davies’ Beatles Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Hunter Davies’ Beatles Quiz  \nJoin the Beatles only authorised biographer for a unique quiz on the greatest ever band. With unique prizes and equally unique insider stories\, come and have some fun\, and see how much of a fan you really are. This event is strictly limited to just 120 people. \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n14:30-15:30 Saturday 15 August 2026 (Stage Left) £5.00
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-hunter-davies-beatles-quiz/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, Palace Avenue\, Paignton\, Devon\, TQ3 3HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Andrew Wilson – the enduring mystery of Marilyn Monroe
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Wilson – the enduring mystery of Marilyn Monroe \nAndrew Wilson’s new book\, ‘I Wanna Be Loved By You’ is a groundbreaking new biography of the enduring enigmatic star that is Marilyn Monroe.  Featuring a wealth of unpublished material\, it presents the actress in a startling new light as well as exploring the many theories about her death. Come and hear why Marilyn remains such a fascinating person\, as well as celebrate her work and legacy. Andrew is also the author of murder mysteries starring Agatha Chrisite as the main character\, and we will hopefully also have the opportunity to explore these books too. \nPlease e-mail questions in advance to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n \nFurther details at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \nSaturday 15 August 2026 | 16:30-17:30 (Main Stage) £15 (£7.50 if booked before 1st July 2026)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-andrew-wilson-the-enduring-mystery-of-marilyn-monroe/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Mike Pickering - Manchester Must Dance
DESCRIPTION:Mike Pickering  Manchester Must Dance \nMike Pickering is one of the greatest musical pioneers to emerge from Manchester. A superstar DJ – he introduced House music into the legendary Hacienda nightclub\, and while working for Factory records signed bands likes James and Happy Mondays and worked with Kasabian\, and Calvin Harris while at Sony. He was also a founding member of the multi-million selling band M-People\, winning a Mercury prize and transforming the music industries attitude to dance music. He played himself in the film 24 Hour Party People. \nMike’s memoir ‘Manchester Must Dance’\, re-lives the decades of music he has lived through\, from seeing the Beatles live\, as a child\, in 1963\, to the collaborations with some of the most important\, and notorious figures in music history. Anyone interested in the music\, clothes\, gigs\, record labels and bands of the past fifty years will enjoy first hand hearing the first-hand encounters from the man who was there and survived relatively intact from the Manchester music scene. \nForewords by Martin Fry\, Johnny Marr\, Calvin Harris and Noel Gallagher. \nYou can e-mail Mike questions in advance to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk\, and he will be signing books after his talk\, before heading off to DJ at our ‘Last Word’ after-party at The Arena\, Torquay. \n‘Mike Pickering should be given a knighthood\, for services to clubbing.’ Noel Gallagher \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n18:00-20:00 Saturday 15 August 2026 (Main Stage) £15.00 (early bird £7.50 if booked before 1 July)
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-mike-pickering-manchester-must-dance/
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SUMMARY:Torbay Literary Festival: Craig Brown – Satirist\, humourist and biographer
DESCRIPTION:Craig Brown – Satirist\, humourist and biographer … also featuring A.N. Wilson and Dame Harriet Walter \nBest known for his four decades of satirical writing\, most regularly since 1989\, in his parodic Private Eye Diaries\, Craig Brown is also an award-winning biographer. His biographies of Princess Margaret (Ma’am Darling); Queen Elizabeth II (A Voyage Around The Queen) The Beatles (One Two Three Four) have won awards and sold phenomenally. He is the author of 18 books in total and a prolific journalist – so much so\, that he is the only person to win three different types of Press Awards in the same year – for best humourist\, columnist and critic. \nThis event will also feature readings from his parodies\, from both Craig\, A.N. Wilson and Dame Harriet Walter. Questions can be submitted to Craig in advance by e-mail to questions@torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk and he will be signing books at the end of the event. \n‘I honked so loudly the man sitting next to me on the train dropped his sandwich…In my wilder moments\, I wonder if he hasn’t reinvented the biographical form.’ Rachel Cooke\, Observer \n \nMore information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk \n11am-13:00 Sunday 16 August 2026 (Main Stage) £28.00 \n 
URL:https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk/shows/torbay-literary-festival-craig-brown/
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