Palace Theatre Paignton Whats On Mar - Dec 2024

WHAT ’S ON THEATRE

WELCOME...

...to the Palace Theatre Paignton

Here’s all of the Palace team gathered together for a winter celebration; a snap that makes us realise just what a fabulous team we have; full-timers, students, volunteers, part-timers and casuals too. What we all share is a love for theatre and a passion for day-to-day life here at the cultural hub of South Devon.

In this What’s On you’ll find drama, music and comedy performances as well as workshops, classes and festivals.

Do please support us by joining as a Friend of the Palace - it’s really easy and you’ll enjoy ‘Friends’ prices on many events. There are many other ways you can support us and keep this lovely theatre thriving in the heart of our community - see page 22.

TAKE YOUR SEAT AND...

Where to buy TICKETS

THEATRE BOX OFFICE... The theatre box office is normally open 11:00am to 3:00pm (Monday to Friday) and is always open one hour before performances. www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

TICKET AGENTS:

Brixham Library - www.torbay.gov.uk/libraries

English Riviera Visitor Information, Torquay - www.englishriviera.co.uk

Pincombes Estate Agents - www.pincombes.co.uk

Churston Library - www.torbay.gov.uk/libraries

Lovers of books and writing will enjoy our third annual literature festival, taking place throughout our beautiful theatre.

Hear about the topics that have inspired local writers to put pen to paper or try your hand with a creative writing or writing family history workshop. Formerly the English Riviera Literature Festival.

Everything we do here at the Palace comes from the written word - our plays, music, comedy and our factual talks too. Think back to that book that you simply couldn’t put down, and remember the impact and emotion of those words. Everyone knows it’s time to put aside phones, ipads and laptops and rediscover the wonder of the written word. Join the Great Palace Book Swap - bring along a favourite book and take another home.

Speakers

Dr Todd Gray • Alison Huntingford • Rachel Trethewey • Phil Badcott • Liz Grand

Bijou Theatre Productions • Peter Marsden • Chris Woodhouse • Rosemary Griggs

Mary Georgina de Grey • Terri Nixon • Jenny Ridd • Clare Helen Welsh • Abigail Yardimci

Adam LG Nevill • Matt Newbury • Sophie Pierce • Elizabeth Ducie • Susan Wilkins

DCR Bond • Don Evitts

Thursday 25 April - Saturday 27 April

Over 20 talks, workshops, readings and the Great Palace Book Swap

Choose to book a single ticket or get one free when you buy two talks. Day tickets and festival tickets are also available (offer does not include workshops or plays).

Session tickets £6, day passes £12

Paignton Comedy Club: Marcus Brigstocke

Supported by a host of amazing comedians from the UK circuit and beyond.

Marcus has notched up an impressive list of TV credits including his role as team captain on Argumental (Dave). Other appearances include; Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You and Mock the Week. Marcus is the master of satirical comedy and has proved to be blisteringly funny over a wide range of topics including; climate change, religious extremism, immigration, loans companies, compensation culture, the EU, David Blaine and more!

Friday 8 March - 19:30 | Tickets £20

Top SecretThe Magic of Science

This is your opportunity to surround yourself with the mystery of magic, cleverly fused with wondrous and miraculous feats of science.

Hold on to your seats as the Palace Theatre is transformed into a real-life science laboratory with lots of unbelievable “how did they do that!” moments and heaps of mess! Top Secret is fun and entertaining for the whole family to enjoy along with inspiring and educating every young budding magician and scientist. Family ticket available.

Saturday 9 March - 14:30 | Tickets £10 - £12

Fred DinenageRonnie, Reggie and Me

Discover the definitive insight into the real life of Britain’s most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer, TV legend, Fred Dinenage.

The Kray twins’ reign of terror came crashing to an end when in 1969 both Ronnie and Reggie were given life sentences.

TV legend Fred Dinenage was chosen by the twins to tell their official story, becoming one of the few people allowed into their inner circle. Join Fred as he discloses what it was like to venture into some of Britain’s toughest institutions and meet the most foreboding twins in criminal history.

Friday 22 March - 19:30 | Tickets £25.50

...MAR/APR

Rebeca Ortega Flamenco Dance from Spain - AZAHAR

An unmissable evening of authentic flamenco dance and music from Spain.

Originating in the Andalusian Roma of southern Spain, flamenco is intense and passionate; expressing a range of emotions, from joy and celebration to sorrow and despair. Enjoy this theatrical dance show showcasing the deepest roots of flamenco… LIVE on our stage.

Rebeca will also be leading an adult dance workshop on Saturday 30 March, 11am. Tickets £15.

Friday 29 March - 19:30 | Tickets £15

Aled Jones - Full Circle

Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before.

He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. His theatre credits include lead roles in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Now, after 40 years in the business, he’s looking back on a remarkable career with a one-man show, featuring music and tales… it’s time to come Full Circle.

Sunday 31 March - 19:30 | Tickets £30, VIP options available

The Ultimate Bubble Show

Experience the best in soap bubble entertainment.

Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble. This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects and magical displays. Watch in amazement as Ray creates a volcano bubble, a soap bubble carousel, a bubble ghost and even a tornado inside a bubble! Book now for this unique, family friendly, spectacular show that will appeal to all audiences. Family ticket available.

Monday 1 April - 14:30 and 19:30 | Tickets £8 - £10

Afternoon Tea Experience

Go on… treat yourself to a musical afternoon tea at the Palace.

Our delicious afternoon teas are served in the theatrical and quirky setting Stage Left. You’ll be entertained by Chris on the Grand Piano. Teas are served from 2pm to 3:30pm. The Afternoon Tea experience ticket price includes scones, cream and jam, cocktail sandwiches and rolls with a selection of fillings, cakes and savouries, served with tea or coffee. Make it extra special by adding a glass of fizz.

Saturday 13 April and on Saturday 8 June | Tickets £19

Bafflingly Optimistic

As seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, Mock The Week.

After a completely sold out and critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival, it’s a huge welcome back to the Palace for Andy with his brand new tour, Bafflingly Optimistic.

‘For those who worry that we are going to hell in a handcart, Parsons will at least make you enjoy the ride’ - The I. Likely to be swearing and adult content.

Saturday 13 April - 20:00 | Tickets £15 - £17

Spiritual Connections

Come along to the Palace Theatre for a day of healing, readings, crafts and an Evening of Mediumship.

11:00 - 16:00 Stage Left’s Mind and Body Fair... entry is free but donations are welcome.

17:00 - 19:00 Private readings including tarot, harmony board, psychic and ribbons, foot readers and more.

19:00 - 21:00 Showtime… four mediums: Sheryle Redstone, Denice Vandenberg, Steven Haywood and Karen Wagerfield Wills connect with spirits and bring messages.

Sunday 14 April | Tickets £10 - £14

Doctor and the MedicsCharity Concert

Doctor and the Medics were created almost at the dawn of the 80’s, in 1982 by The Rev Dr. Clive Thomas Jackson.

Undoubtedly best known for their massive 1986 No 1 Spirit in the Sky which sold over 24 Million copies world wide and was number 1 in 23 countries! They are also recognized as a great live act, in 1985 the NME referred to them as ‘THE live band of the year’. They are absolutely still rocking! Includes support from local band Lion. Optional entry to our after-show party. ESSW Charitable Trust event.

Friday 19 April - 19:30 | Tickets £18 - £20

Gaslight

A dark tale of a marriage based on deceit and trickery.

Bijou Theatre Productions will have you on the edge of your seat with this classic Victorian thriller featuring a husband committed to driving his wife insane in order to steal from her. The suave and confident Jack Manningham appears to live a comfortable life with his wife Bella. But a quiet malevolence and casual misogyny lurks beneath the form of Detective Rough.

Thursday 25 to Saturday 27 April - 19:30

Tickets £13 - £15

Enid Blyton - Noddy, Big-Ears & Lashings of Controversy

Everybody of a certain age has read an Enid Blyton book. She was loved by children but vilified by the BBC, teachers, critics and librarians. She sold more than 600 million books, despite being banned by the BBC, libraries and schools. She was accused of many things including being a racist. Her love-life was interesting and she had numerous affairs including with her children’s nanny. She died of Alzheimer’s in 1968 aged 71, mourned by millions of readers. Liz Grand plays this remarkable and controversial woman, bringing her incredible story to life.

Thursday 25 April - 19:30 | Tickets £17

APR/MAY...

Three Men in a Boat

Join Jerome as he recounts the hilarious story of his boating holiday along the magnificent River Thames.

GSP productions are back with a rip-roaring barrel of fun, Three Men in a Boat, with Giles Shenton playing the part of Jerome K Jerome, with his two companions and Montmorency the dog. Come and join in the fun as Giles Shenton expertly takes the helm and pilots you through the ridiculous tale of men behaving badly while messing about in boats!

“Pitch-perfect comedy about, well, three men in a boat” The Telegraph

Friday 10 May - 19:30 | Tickets £6 - £15

Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea

Join Moonstone Theatre Company to help them solve a mystery, whilst enjoying a delicious afternoon tea.

It is 1930 and a group of friends, who collect Mâori artefacts from New Zealand, gather to meet James Little, a successful dealer in these rare pieces. At nearby Holmescroft House there has been a tragic death. Was the death an innocent accident or is there a sinister connection with the Maori group?

Help the investigator get to the truth before the afternoon is over! Tickets include a delicious afternoon tea served in Stage Left.

Saturday 11 May - 14:00 | Tickets £26

Steeleye Span

Folk Rock Pioneers - Steeleye Span - The 55th Anniversary Tour 2024.

Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Their new album The Green Man Collection brings together tracks from their recent releases with new versions of some classics. As everand with such a rich history to choose from - the night will offer a selection of songs from across the years and firm fan favourites.

Monday 13 May - 19:30 | Tickets £27

Dreamcoat Stars

Any Dream Will Do star Keith Jack and stars of JOSEPH sing the biggest musical hits of a generation.

Experience the UK’s biggest and best night of musical smash-hits in this star-studded concert featuring brand-new songs and arrangements. The concert includes everyone’s favourite West End and Broadway classics, Les Misérables, We Will Rock You, Dirty Dancing, Hairspray, West Side Story, and the toe-tapping Jersey Boys. Relive all your favourite productions in one epic evening. Grab your coat of many colours and join us on your Dreamcoat journey where Any Dream Will Do.

The Irish House Party

Incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound and fun of Ireland.

There are no flat caps or twee costumes here. Instead you’ll feel like you’ve strolled into a genuine party in the heart of Ireland. The live music, Irish dancing and banter is infectious. The show features All-Ireland champion musicians and dancers who combine a unique blend of light hearted audience interaction with fascinating stories about the music and the instruments themselves.

Tuesday 21 May - 19:30 | Tickets £20

Sherlock’s Excellent Adventure

Follow Sherlock Holmes and his incomparable sidekick Dr John Watson on this riveting, hitherto unpublished case…

Our Star Theatre Company present their acclaimed comedy, following sell-out runs at Brighton and Edinburgh Fringes, and three UK-wide tours. Damsel in distress Lucy Matravers engages Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth Holmes and his partner Watson to resolve a dispute over a family will. Little do they know that this small case brings Holmes straight into the clutches of his arch enemy, James Moriarty!

Wednesday 22 May - 19:30 | Tickets £13 - £15

Jive Talkin’ Perform the Bee Gees

The only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees!

As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin’ is very much a family affair, with brothers Gary and Darren Simmons taking the roles of Barry and Maurice Gibb, and Darren’s son Jack taking on the role of Robin Gibb. The guys are supported by a fabulous four-piece band for perfect renditions of all the great Bee Gees hits; Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin in this two-hour explosion of music and vocal harmony.

Friday 24 May - 19:30 | Tickets £17.50 - £24.50

Voodoo Room

Sounds of the Sixties With The Zoots

It’s more than a performance - it’s totally ZOOTtastic!

Experience THE Sixties show that’s wowing audiences around the world. The Zoots are here to make your whole family bop to the ’60s beats that everybody loves - with legendary numbers by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Four Seasons, Elvis and dozens more of your favourite artists. Feel the groove that’s thrilling audiences of stage and screen, in more than 30 countries! Discover why national critics call The Zoots “impressive”, “authentic”, and “impossible not to like”!

Bank Holiday Sunday 26 May - 19:30 | Tickets £19 - £23

A Tribute to Hendrix, Clapton and Cream

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

Friday 31 May - 19:30 | Tickets £20

Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced

An announcement in the local paper states the time and place of an imminent murder.

What follows is a classic Christie puzzle of mixed motives, concealed identities, a second death and a determined inspector grimly following the case's twists and turns. Fortunately, Miss Marple is on hand to provide the solution - at some risk to herself - in a dramatic final confrontation. Bijou Theatre Production’s annual celebration of the work of Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie. Platter in the Prop Store anyone? Pre-show dining available.

Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays 4 June - 25 July - 19:30 £14 - £16

The Wall of Floyd

A simply stunning show delivering that unforgettable Pink Floyd experience.

The Wall of Floyd will be bringing you the ultimate rendition of Pink Floyd’s greatest unforgettable hits throughout The Best Of Floyd 2024 Tour. You will experience the true and magical replication of Pink Floyd’s back albums, delivered by a line-up of musicians with a talent that will simply take your breath away. For those Floyd fans who have not seen The Wall of Floyd perform before, be prepared for a spectacular show that will remain in your hearts long after

Friday 7 June - 19:30 | Tickets £24 - £28

The Lucky 7 Club Presents ‘A Midsummer Mayhem’

Think Vaudeville Vogue, Carnival Cuties and Drag Divas.

Roll up! Roll up! The South West’s finest purveyors of burlesque and cabaret, The Lucky 7 Club, are taking over The Palace for a rainbow riding, high-jinxing, summer lovin’ shindig! A fantastic night of top international performers with a vintage vibes after party. Daring, delicious, flamboyant, fabulous - what’s not to love - come as your best self! Register with Lucky 7 for this and future events.

Saturday 22 June - 19:00 | Tickets £25 Hallowe’en Spooktacular Saturday 2 November | Tickets £25

JUN/JUL...

Complete Madness

One Step Beyond! Get ready for the Heavy, Heavy Monster sound with a night of Complete Madness! Welcome to the House of Fun as Complete Madness bring you the ultimate night of Ska and 2-Tone in the world’s best and the most authentic tribute to the Nutty Boys! Put on your Baggy Trousers as this highly experienced and extremely entertaining tribute show brings you the hits of Madness with a touch of Bad Manners and The Specials along the way in one wild and crazy night!

Friday 28 June - 20:30 | Tickets £22 - £23

Lipstick on Your Collar

Direct from London’s West End… an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor. 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 forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cliff Richard, Cilla Black and many more.

Friday 5 July - 19:30 | Tickets £15 - £25

Stairway to the Stars

Sundays through the summer. Enjoy evenings of fabulous talent as wannabes take their first steps on the Stairway to the Stars Cheer on the very best of talent from the local area and beyond: dance crews, choirs, tributes, speciality entertainers, bands, magicians, comedians, musicians, vocalists, and everything in between. Imagine being in the audience experiencing the emotional roller-coaster and maybe even witnessing the next great singer, band or comedian. There’ll be tears, laughter, screams and cheers. Free to enter - details online.

Sundays 7 July to finals on Sunday 1 September - 19:00

Tickets £10.50 - £12.50 | Finals £15.50 - £19.50

Bon Jovi Live

The All Season’s Live!

An exhilarating revue of the very best of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons.

The All Seasons are joined by their fabulous 5-piece live band making for an authentic and exciting experience from start to finish. Crammed with singalong hits, such as December 63, Lets Hang On, Working My Way Back To You, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You and Sherry. The All Seasons show is a West End experience showcasing the very best of the fabulous ‘Jersey Boys’ and faithfully recreating the soundtrack to our lives. Family ticket available.

Saturday 13 July - 19:30 | Tickets £18 - £21

The ultimate Bon Jovi experience; an epic tribute to the New Jersey Rockers.

Join this multi-award-winning Bon Jovi Tribute band for an unforgettable night of rock as they present…Bon Jovi Live! Widely considered to be “The World’s Greatest Bon Jovi tribute band!” This high energy Live band will have you up on your feet giving your best air guitar as you sing along to all the Bon Jovi classics like Livin’ on a Prayer, It’s My Life, You Give Love a Bad Name, Wanted Dead or Alive and many more!

Friday 19 July - 20:00 | Tickets £22 - £23

Pop Party

Let loose, sing your heart out, and dance like nobody’s watching.

Get ready for a dazzling explosion of music, dance, and excitement as Pop Party takes the stage! This exhilarating live concert, made especially for kids, brings the latest trending TikTok hits to life features chart-topping songs from artists including Little Mix, Taylor Swift, Harry Style, Lizzo, Meghan Trainor, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran and more. Pop Party creates unforgettable memories for children and families. So, get ready to Pop Party - the ultimate concert experience!

Thursday 1 August - 14:00 | Tickets £15

Joe Pasquale: The New Normal

40 years of cack… continued.

Joe Pasquale has been showing off on stage for over 40 years and he’s bringing his favourite things for another airing to show that things have never been normal. If you have ever wondered why chicken breasts don’t have nipples? Then this is the show for you. There will be a Q&A so your chance to find out more about his career from New Faces to King of the Jungle in I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here. Family ticket available. This show includes a Q&A.

Wednesday 7 August - 19:30 | Tickets £23 - £25

West End Magic

Guaranteed to deliver the best in magic, illusion, comedy and variety.

London’s longest-running theatre magic show, direct from the Leicester Square Theatre, presents some of the most exciting names in magic and variety in the UK. A fun, family-friendly show offering an amazing mixture of magic, comedy and variety acts, featuring British Champion of Magic, Oliver Tabor, magical compere Wayne Trice, plus special guest acts. Running since 2013, the shows feature incredible award-winning magic, mind reading mysteries, hilarious comedy and can include ventriloquism, juggling and crazy stunts. Family ticket available.

Saturday 10 August - 19:00 | Tickets £10 - £15

The Beach Boyz Tribute Band

The Goodbye-Brations Final Year Tour

After nearly a decade of touring the UK with the music of The Beach Boys®- Beach Boyz Tribute Band will be performing here at the Palace for the final time before hanging up their surfboards. Bringing you a show like no other with the songs you know and love so well, celebrating the unbelievably broad discography of America’s favourite Band. The hits come thick and fast - God Only Knows, Good Vibrations, California Girls, Surfin’ USA, I Get Around and many more.

Friday 23 August - 19:30 | Tickets £22

The Counterfeit Seventies

Get your glad rags on and boogie on down with this nostalgic trip back to the 70’s!

Featuring the music of Slade, Sweet, T.Rex, The Bay City Rollers and many, many more, we’ll take you through a rollercoaster ride of the biggest 70’s hits. The four-piece band have toured worldwide in their individual rights, and have worked with some of the biggest names of that decade. Coupled with a stunning light and video show, and costumes from the period, this show will transport you right back to the 70s.

Friday 6 September - 19:30 | Tickets £20 - £24

Murder She Didn’t Write

A classic murder mystery created on the spot in this ingenious and hilarious show. Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees Of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. You, the audience, become the author as the cast act out your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece. This extraordinarily talented company create a unique, original and extremely comical improvised murder mystery. All you have to do… is solve it! An Agatha Christie Festival event.

Sunday 8 September - 19:30 | Tickets £17.50 - £20

Murder at the Manor

Join Moonstone Theatre Company and help to solve a mystery, whilst enjoying a fabulous afternoon tea.

Colonel James Warburton returns from his world travels to his historic manor with plans to make a permanent home for himself and his new bride. What should have been a convivial afternoon soon deteriorates into something of a nightmare as tensions mount and hidden secrets are exposed. The investigator, with the help of the other guests at the dinner party, must get to the truth before the afternoon is out! Tickets include a delicious afternoon tea served in Stage Left.

Saturday 14 September - 14:00 | Tickets £26

SEP/OCT...

Rave On: The Ultimate 50s and 60s Experience

Prepare to be enthralled with an evening of back-to-back hits, vibrant vintage costumes and colour staging.

Featuring note perfect renditions of the most loved songs from the 50s and 60s, Rave On is performed by an incredibly talented, era-obsessed group of young musicians. From the emergence of Rock and Roll at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee to the British Invasion and beyond, this is a musical adventure you won’t want to miss. Features hits from the likes of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Little Richard, Lulu, The Beach Boys, and many more.

Thursday 19 September - 19:30 | Tickets £26

The Mersey Beatles

An all-new show celebrating the 60th anniversary of A Hard Day’s Night.

The beloved and iconic 1964 album and movie perfectly captured The Beatles at their pop peak. And to mark the diamond anniversary in 2024, The Mersey Beatles will play the entire A Hard Day’s Night album in the first half of their showfollowed by a hit-packed collection of Beatlemania classics. Join “The best Beatles tribute band around” on a fabulous ride through the psychedelic brilliance of Sgt Pepper, and a walk down Abbey Road.

Saturday 28 September - 19:30 | Tickets £26

It is Shaun Ryder - Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays.

He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour. The star of more-TV-shows-than-anyone-has-a-right-to-feature-on including Celebrity Gogglebox, and I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, among many others, has redefined the sex’n’drugs’n’rock’n’roll lifestyle. He’s touring in support of his new book: Happy Mondays - and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays.

Saturday 5 October - 19:30 | Tickets £30, VIP options available

Death of a Suffragette

In 1913 a protesting Suffragette falls from the platform at Paddington and is tragically killed by the Royal Train.

Investigating the case years later, a historian is far from happy with the story and calls together all those who were involved with the victim to see if he can unravel what he considered quite possibly to have been a murder. As the evening unfolds, secrets are revealed, and tensions rise. The truth will be revealed before the evening is out. An original classic period whodunit from Moonstone Theatre Company.

Friday 11 October 19:30 | Tickets £13.50 - £15

A Vision of Elvis

Put on your blue suede shoes and come along to celebrate the music of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll.

Enjoy this breath-taking recreation of a live Elvis Presley concert with the UK’s supreme Elvis, Rob Kingsley, taking you on an epic audio-visual journey through time. The show is endorsed by Ed Bonja, Elvis’s Photographer and Road Manager who said: “On stage Rob Kingsley looks extraordinarily like Elvis. He sings like Elvis, but most importantly, he seems to capture the very soul of Elvis… he even walks like Elvis!”

Thursday 24 October - 19:30 | Tickets £17.50 - £24.50

Alfie Moore: A Face for Radio

“…offbeat, revealing and very funny” You Magazine

Alfie Moore was told to stop messing about in class before being ‘encouraged’ into the grinding, grimy world of the Sheffield steelworks. When recession hit, he traded steel for copper by joining Humberside Police. Thirty years of shift-work, initially in the Sheffield steelworks and then as a copper on the beat (where he was punched in the face quite a lot), has left him with ‘a face for radio’. In his 40s a surprising career shift turned middle-aged Alfie from street cop to BBC radio star.

Saturday 26 October - 19:30 | Tickets £19

Rock For Heroes

Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience.

All the ingredients that make up the phenomenal, ‘Rock for Heroes’! Performed by a superb 7-piece band, the show breathes new life into the music of Guns ‘N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Dire Straits, Fleetwood Mac, Queen and more! You’d be Livin’ on a Prayer if you miss it!

A show for all the family and a must see for any rock fan!

Let ‘Rock for Heroes’ take you back to that Summer of ’69 and join us for the biggest celebration of the Heroes of Rock!

Friday 1 November - 19:30 | £15 - £23

Viva La Vida

Enjoy the energy and euphoria of the most uplifting live Coldplay concert.

For over 25 years Coldplay have been recognised as quite simply one of the biggest bands on the planet. Now, to celebrate all of the hits of their incredible quarter of a century career, comes this full scale tribute production jam packed with incredible recreations of some of the biggest hits in music history. Prepare to be amazed by the striking likeness and incredible and haunting vocal range and power, of the charismatic frontman as Chris Martin.

Friday 8 November - 19:30 | Tickets £15 - £16

Too Much Too Young

Get ready to board the Night boat to Cairo as we celebrate the iconic story of 2-Tone and beyond!

‘Too Much Too Young’ is the nonstop Ska party that tells the story of one of the most influential musical movements in British pop culture. With a 9-piece live band prepare to rock-steady and embark on a non-stop musical feast for the senses with a huge array of hits from the era by the likes of Madness, Bad Manners, The Specials, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers and more.

Saturday 16 November - 19:30 | Tickets £22 - £26

The NutcrackerBallet Theatre UK

A well-loved traditional Christmas ballet and one of Tchaikovsky’s most famous compositions.

As the clock strikes midnight on Christmas Eve, strange things begin to happen… young Clara’s toys around the tree come to life, while the room fills with an army of mice. She journeys into a world of magical snowflakes, dancing dolls and a Christmas tree that reaches the sky. This opulent new production promises magical choreography, exquisite costumes, breath-taking scenery and an atmosphere of fantasy and illusion. Family ticket available.

Thursday 21 November - 19:30 | Tickets £17 - £20

Sleeping Beauty: Pantomime

Sleeping Beauty

- £15

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

Enjoy a delicious pre-show meal, normally served in ‘The Prop Store’. Check out the menus online but these normally include chilli, curry, lasagne and tasty pies.

You can book your meals when you buy ticket or contact us nearer the time but pre-booking is essential.

AUDIENCE AT THE PALACE

Come along and join the friendly atmosphere at our monthly daytime talks with interesting folk sharing stories on fascinating subjects from the local area and beyond. There’s and time to relax and chat and the ticket includes a cuppa.

Monthly on a Thursday - 10:30am | Tickets £6

Bringing the English Riviera to Life Through Film

Film producer John Tomkins takes you on a journey of English Riviera film locations with snippets of local documentaries and creative films.

Thursday 14 March

From Couch Potato to Pilgrim

Our very own Maureen McAllister took up walking in lockdown and shares stories of her fundraising hikes on Spain’s Camino Trail.

Thursday 16 May

Torre Abbey’s Potent Plants

Inspired by the life of Agatha Christie, Ali Marshall, head gardener at Torre Abbey, created the Potent Plants Garden with a variety of plants, some poisonous, that featured in her stories.

Thursday 13 June

An Introduction to the Alexander Technique

FASCINATING SUBJECTS

An entertaining and informative talk by Jenny Davy, about how the Alexander technique can free up breathing and train a person to improve their skills, posture and general well-being.

Thursday 11 July

Agatha Christie at the Palace

Bijou Theatre Productions has gained a great reputation for its association with the ‘Queen of Crime’, Agatha Christie and has performed an Agatha Christie play at the Palace for nearly 20 years.

Thursday 12 September

Halloween at The Palace

Pixies, witches, druids, ghosts, cunning folk, the Devil, pet cemeteries, and secret societies. Join Kevin Dixon on a virtual tour of weird Torbay.

Thursday 17 October

Life upon the Wicked Stage

Thursday 14 November

Brenda Loosemore is a local actress who shares her stories from over 60 years as part of the local theatrical scene. She has appeared in plays, pantomimes, musicals, open air Shakespeare and murder mystery events.

Paignton Heritage Society present ‘The Paignton Quiz’

Join the members of the Paignton Heritage Society for their annual local history festive quiz with quizmasters Karen and Iris.

Thursday 12th December

WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES

Stage Left, and the curious The Prop Store, are where you’ll find ourgrowing programme of events and activities to get involved with; all good for your health, your wellbeing or just connecting with friends, old and new.

The programme is always being added to so please check out the ‘classes and workshops’ page on our website.

DANCE, MOVEMENT AND EXERCISE

Dancing is good for us! We become flooded with happy endorphins and connect easily with others while our fitness levels increase! People who dance regularly enjoy higher levels of self-confidence and self-esteem. We now offer a range of dance and exercise sessions led by Anne George. More are listed on our website under ‘classes and workshops’.

New for 2024 - Health, Well-being and Happiness through Rhythm and Dance.

A fun session for all ages, with dance teacher Anne George. MUSIC can calm and relax us or lift our spirits and energy. Human beings connect strongly with RHYTHM.

Saturday 1 June - 11am to 12pm and Saturday 19 October, 11am to 12pm | Tickets £7 per class

SO………Let’s Dance Again!

Hosted by the Palace Theatre team, join dance/fitness instructors Anne George and Ami Lauren for another fun and varied dance workshop including Contemporary, Disco, Tap, Jazz, Fitsteps, Freestyle and many others. No partner needed.

Saturday 28 September - 10:30am to 1:30pm Tickets £18 (more dates in 2025)

Exercise Easy workshop

A fun and interactive approach to improving flexibility, balance and confidence using gentle exercises, stretches and breathing techniques that will benefit both body and mind. Ideal for those easing back into physical activity.

1 May / 22 May / 5 June / 26 June / 31 July / 14 August / 4 September and 11 September, 11am to 12pm | Tickets £4 per class

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The Palace has a long history as life as the cultural hub of Paignton.

Since 2018 it has been run by Jazz Hands, a Community Interest Company. Our small team is supported by a gang of lovely volunteers and our not-for-profit ethos means that everything we do here is aimed at bringing the best of arts and entertainment into the heart of this wonderful community.

The challenge of continuing this work and maintaining the ‘Grand Old Lady’ of Palace Avenue carries on, and there are lots of ways for you to support the theatre. Every penny raised goes towards the development, maintenance and operation of this fabulous theatre and the community services it provides.

Friends of Palace Theatre

You can join our Palace family with an annual membership to the theatre. This way you are helping the theatre and you also benefit from special events, offers and discounts on tickets.

Sponsor a Seat

Many of the seats in the auditorium carry dedications to theatre lovers, past and present. There are still seats calling out to be sponsored. £100 will place your name on a seat for 10 years with a short message of your choice.

Volunteer

we’d love to meet you

Our lovely team of volunteers help with stewarding, catering and general bits and bobs around the theatre - we couldn’t do it without them! If you have a few hours spare and would like to get involved then please just get in touch.

Volunteer

Add a bit of theatre to your event here at perhaps the most unusual venue in town.

We host a wide range of events including weddings, children’s parties, private celebrations, charity events and business meetings.

Parties of any size are welcome and all areas of the theatre are available for private hire including the main auditorium and our quirky function space, Stage Left. A selection of delicious menus is available so you can choose to suit your event.

Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon. TQ3 3HF

01803 665800

info@palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

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@TheatrePaignton

Parking: there is roadside parking around Palace Avenue and a car park off Crown and Anchor Way. Please check pay and display times when you park.

The Palace Theatre Paignton is operated by Jazz Hands, a Community Interest Company

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