Top Shows To See In Torquay
Kevin, June 7th, 2024There's Some Seriously Big Names On This List!
The birthplace of the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie, the quaint coastal town of Torquay is nestled along the English Riviera, with stunning beaches, scenic coastal walks, and palm trees that lend it a distinctly Mediterranean charm. However, this small seaside paradise is not just picturesque harbors and Victorian elegance - with its prosperous literary history and thriving theatre scene, Torquay allows you to soak up your favorite show all while enjoying the salty sea air.
Princess Theatre, Aug 26 - 31, 2024
It's time to raise your voice as Sister Act returns to the UK! Based on the Golden Globe-nominated hit movie of the same name, Sister Act follows club singer Deloris as she takes refuge in a local convent and embarks on bringing the power of music to the local parish.
Producer, Whoopie Goldberg, has teamed up with musical theatre staple Alan Menken to revive our favourite roof-raising hits "Take Me To Heaven", "Fabulous, Baby!" and "Raise Your Voice". So don your habits and start warming up those vocal cords for the return of this funky-fabulous musical!
Princess Theatre, Oct 15 - 19, 2024
A haunting love story that made the world look at the pottery wheel in a whole new way, Ghost is now set to materialise in a theatre near you as this musical adaption of the 1990 film takes to the road on tour.
Recounting the tale of a young couple torn apart by tragedy and their supernatural reunion, prepare for a tear-jerking experience, with a book by the movie's screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin and soundtracked by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart, including the iconic Righteous Brothers' No.1 song, 'Unchained Melody'.
Princess Theatre, Nov 5 - 9, 2024
Heathers is the story of Veronica Sawyer and her inner turmoil as she traverses a high school ruled over by an intimating trio of scrunchie-loving dictators - the Heathers. Consisting of Heather Chandler, Heather McNamara, and Heather Duke, they stalk the halls of Westerburg High with an iron fist, verbally and mentally destroying anyone who gets in the way of their carefully guarded hierarchy.
Princess Theatre, Jul 16 - 20, 2024
The highly acclaimed Regent's Park Open Air Theatre production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's electrifying rock opera is coming to you as it sets out on an extensive UK tour from autumn 2023. Lacing together biblical drama with a propulsive score, director Timothy Sheader reinvents the story for the modern age, paring back the more overblown aspects of the original for a truly rocking show.
Princess Theatre, Jul 26, 2024
Prepare for a party as the legendary That'll Be The Day, the UK's most successful touring rock 'n' roll variety production, returns with their unashamedly nostalgic show! You're invited to join the fun with cracking energy from start to finish and a cast like no other. Guaranteed to be a night out to remember, this is the kind of feel-good show we all need.
Princess Theatre, Aug 6 - 11, 2024
Based on the beloved 1968 film and James Bond creator Ian Flemming's book of the same name, follow the eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts as he, his children, and Truly Scrumptious set out to outwit Baron Bombast and his terrifying child catcher. Featuring classic songs including Toot Suite and the titular Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, join the Potts family as they defy the Baron in a tale of magical flying cars, mechanical mayhem, and more!
Princess Theatre, Mar 20, 2025
Are you someone who loves singing along to the soundtracks of your favourite musicals? Well now you can do it at the theatre with a crowd of others! Massaoke - Sing The Musicals is an unforgettable karaoke experience, in which a live band and character vocalists perform the songs on stage, while you and the rest of the audience sing your hearts out, along to the karaoke-style lyrics projected on a big screen! Featuring the music of hit musicals Mamma Mia, Grease, Les Mis, The Greatest Showman, Rocky Horror Show, The Jungle Book and many more!
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Princess Theatre, Apr 1 - 5, 2025
After thrilling London audiences back in 2020, Sally Cookson's innovative staging of C.S Lewis' seminal novel heads out on a new UK tour! A captivating production that uses ingenious stagecraft in the place of flashy effects to tell the story of four evacuee siblings who discover an enchanted realm at the back of a dusty old wardrobe and the epic adventure that awaits...
