Events
Art & Literature
The English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, has been inspiring authors and artists alike for decades. We’re incredibly proud of our artistic and literary heritage and you’ll find events and celebrations taking place throughout the year.
Agatha Christie Festival
Every year, Agatha Christie-themed Art & Literary events transform Torquay into a hive of activity and celebration. The author was born in the town and the English Riviera pays tribute to her life annually during the Agatha Christie Festival with an amazing array of displays and interactive entertainments. There are all-star theatre productions, a 1930s-themed fete, a sleuthing trail that will challenge your inner Marple and even murder-mystery dinners on steam trains. Even the Model Village in Babbacombe joins in the fun with miniature murder-mystery scenes.
Art and Poetry
The region’s artistic traditions also extend beyond Agatha Christie. The Poetry Festival takes place in October, giving visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the works of new and established poets with readings, book signings and public performances. Sleuths, April’s crime and thriller writing festival, is also a great opportunity to mingle with famous authors on the English Riviera.
There are numerous art exhibitions throughout the year that showcase work from new artists and attract big names such as Damien Hirst, with many works being borrowed from the Tate and Arts Council Collections. Art on the English Riviera takes place in the beautiful setting of Cockington throughout the summer months, with the very best in local and visiting art.
South Devon is brimming with cultural events; make sure you visit us.
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Shoal Art Brixham
Type
Exhibition
Location
Brixham
Shoal Art Brixham
18 April – 3 June, 10.30am – 5pm
Greenway
A stunning exhibition at Greenway, featuring the work of Nicky Stevenson, Emma Carter, John Gillo, Julia Finzel, Kevin Wright, John Stevenson and Elisabeth Hadley.Dates
- From:
- 18 Apr 2012To3 Jun 2012
The Haunting of Hill House
Type
Performance
Location
Torquay
The Haunting of Hill House
Saturday 19th to Saturday 26th May - 7.30pm - Little Theatre, Torquay - 01803 299330Dates
- From:
- 19 May 2012To26 May 2012
English Youth Ballet's Giselle
Type
Performance
Location
Torquay
First produced at the Paris Opera in 1841, with Carlotta Grisi in the title role, Giselle epitomises the Romantic Ballet period.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2012To26 May 2012
Ian Keable - Funny Tricks
Type
Show/Display
Location
Brixham
Ian Keable - Funny Tricks
25th May - 7.30 pm - Brixham Theatre
Tickets £8 from the Box Office - 01803 850899Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2012To25 May 2012
Folk Concert with Mooncoin Ceilidh Band, Maggie Duffy and Mike Weed
Type
Concert
Location
Brixham
The Mooncoin Ceilidh Band
Saturday 26 May - Brixham Theatre - 7.30 pm
All tickets £8 - from the Box Office 01803 850899 or 01803 852108Dates
- From:
- 26 May 2012To26 May 2012
Beaphonic - The Symphonic Beatles Live
Type
Performance
Location
Torquay
The Symphonic Beatles Live
Beaphonic
Wednesday 30th May - 7.30 pm - Princess Theatre, Torquay
Tickets £23.50-£33.50Dates
- From:
- 30 May 2012To30 May 2012
Brixham Folk Club
Type
Participatory Event
Location
New Road, Brixham
Brixham Folk Club
First Friday of every month in The Lounge
Organised by Anne and Steve Gill with help from Maggie Duffy and John Miles.
For more information please contact:
John Miles on (01803) 858394Dates
- From:
- 1 Jun 2012To1 Jun 2012
Jive Talkin - The Bee Gees Story
Type
Concert
Location
Torquay
Jive Talkin - The Bee Gees Story
1st June, 7.20 pm - £18.50 - Princess Theatre, TorquayDates
- From:
- 1 Jun 2012To1 Jun 2012
Geopark Festival
Type
Festival
Location
Torquay, Paignton, Brixham
The annual Geopark Festival offers holiday makers the chance to explore everything this very special area has to offer. There are events for all ages that will appeal to everyone!
Dates
- From:
- 2 Jun 2012To10 Jun 2012
RedBall comes to the English Riviera!
Type
Participatory Event
Location
Torquay, Paignton, Brixham
RedBall comes to English Riviera this summer !
The internationally renowned artist Kurt Perschke will be bringing his famous RedBall to the Bay, this summer, as part of his UK tour.
RedBall has intrigued and astounded people all over the world.Dates
- From:
- 2 Jun 2012To5 Jun 2012
