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Princess Theatre, Torquay
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Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZ
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| Opening 2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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2025 welcomes some of the hottest shows touring the UK including The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe, Cruel Intentions, The Rocky Horror Show, SIX, Riverdance and this year’s Pantomime – Sleeping Beauty.
Top stand up comedy, tribute shows and local events are all part of the theatres regular offerings.
The Princess Theatre, Torquay had a large refurbishment in Spring 2024 and is looking forward to welcoming audiences from all over the region to a fantastic season of entertainment.
PRINCESS THEATRE HISTORY
The Princess Theatre, Torquay has a long history of hosting comedic talent, dating back to its opening in the 1960s, when the legendary Morcombe and Wise and Tommy Cooper graced the stage. Since then, we have had the pleasure of hosting Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, David Mitchell, Jon Richardson, Al Murray, Harry Hill and Dawn French to name a few. This upcoming season continues that tradition and solidifies the Princess Theatre as one of the premier destinations for live entertainment in the area. The ability to attract such an impressive line-up of touring productions demonstrates the venue's commitment to providing top-notch professional performances for the local community.
PRINCESS THEATRE SEATING & TICKETS
The Princess Theatre is South Devon’s largest theatre with a seating capacity of 1500 spread over two levels, making it the largest theatre auditorium in the South West after The Bristol Hippodrome.
Tickets for shows at the Princess Theatre, Torquay can be purchased via ATGTICKETS.COM/Torquay or at the box office which opens 90 minutes before a performance on a show day.
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Recent Reviews:
- Richard GDartmoor National Park, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesFun evening out. Nice venue
24/03/2025Went to watch the Pink Floyd Experience. Great night. Bars whilst full cleared quickly by the efficient staff. Security did bag searches to keep customers safe. Had a really nice time. Read full review - tessab2014Torquay, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyBrilliantly funny production, Earnest.
11/04/2025Went to see Earnest. What a fantastic production. This was one of the funniest, if not the funniest stage show I have seen. No two performances are going to be the same so hoping to see it again one... Read full review - JAN PTorquay, United KingdomThe staff made it a wonderful experience07/05/2025From the minute you step into the theatre, the staff are all so lovely, friendly, polite and helpful. From FOH, security, bar staff and ushers. They all had time to pass the time of day and ask if we... Read full review
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- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- Assistance Dogs
- Easy access from main roads/good public transport links
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Handrail by steps
- Ramp to main entrance
- Steps to main entrance
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
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- On-Site café/restaurant
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- Baby Changing Facilities
- Breast Feeding Friendly Throughout
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- Open All Year
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- In town/city centre
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- No Smoking Attraction
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- Close to Railway Station
- On Bus Route
- Within 1 Mile of a Train Station
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- Contactless payment accepted
- Special group rates
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- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
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- Marketed towards senior citizens
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- Wi-fi available
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Princess Theatre, Torquay
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The closest car parks are Fleet Walk (TQ2 5EA) or Sheddon Hill (TQ2 5TY). There is limited parking available on Torbay Road outside the theatre.
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