The Little Theatre Torquay

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If you're after a quirky theatre venue, then the Little Theatre is the place to be! Situated in a converted church in the leafy Meadfoot district of Torquay, the theatre provides an intimate atmosphere to view all the best in shows, plays, musicals and concerts.

The theatre is home to the renowned TOADS Theatre Company, one of the best amateur dramatic and operatic societies in the country. Complete with a cosy bar, the Little Theatre promises to be a great night out with something to entertain everyone, including well-known classics, thrillers, comedies and ground-breaking shows.

Tickets for the Little Theatre are available to purchase The Little Theatre Box Office - Monday - Friday 10.30am - 1.30pm

Opening Times

Opening 2019 (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019)

Events

9th Sept 2019 - 21st Sept 2019

Murder on the NileMurder on the Nile - 9 to 21 September (performances 7.30pm - 21 September 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) By Agatha Christie Directed by Alec Stokes (A TOADS season production) A Murder Mystery - A cruise down the Nile on a river paddle steamer sounds like the perfect way to get away from it all -…: more info

14th Oct 2019 - 19th Oct 2019

Blood MoneyBlood Money - 14 to 19 October (performances 7.30pm - 19 October 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) By The Heather Brothers Directed by Anna Reynolds (A TOADS season production) A Tense Thriller - Womaniser, Mike Mason star of TVs ‘Bargain Basement’ and his wife Liz, were involved in a hit and run in…: more info

25th Oct 2019 - 26th Oct 2019

Take A Chance On UsWe are excited to bring our six-piece show to The Little Theatre, Torquay!! We hope to see you all there as the Bay always provides a fantastic crowd and atmosphere for our shows. The show will be fully live, contain costume changes, dance routines and all the iconic ABBA hits!! As always, with…: more info

11th Nov 2019 - 16th Nov 2019

Grow Up GrandadGrow Up Grandad - 11 to 16 November (performances 7.30pm - 16 November 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) By Gordon Steel Directed by Jill Farrant (A TOADS season production) A Comedy Drama - Poppy is eleven and has attitude. When she finds herself living with her cantankerous grandfather, a man she…: more info

9th Dec 2019 - 14th Dec 2019

Babe the Sheep PigBabe The Sheep Pig - 9 to 14 December (performances 7.30pm - 14 December 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) By David Wood, based on the book by Dick King-Smith Directed by Martin Waddington (A TOADS season production) At last! The famous farmyard fable by Dick King-Smith comes to life onstage at the…: more info

16th Dec 2019 - 16th Dec 2019

Words 4 VoicesAn entertaining evening of delightful words and music including some of the well loved poems, readings and carols capturing the moods, feelings and true spirit of the festive season. Words 4 Voices: A Celebration of Christmas in Words & Music (awaiting further details) If you're after a quirky…: more info

13th Jan 2020 - 18th Jan 2020

Time of My LifeTime of My Life A Comedy by Alan Ackbourn Directed b Cora Gant If you're after a quirky theatre venue, then the Little Theatre is the place to be! Situated in a converted church in the leafy Meadfoot district of Torquay, the theatre provides an intimate atmosphere to view all the best in shows,…: more info

19th Jan 2020 - 19th Jan 2020

Genesis Visible Touch'DUKE TOUR' 40th Anniversary 2020 To celebrate the 40th anniversary of their iconic album 'Duke', GVT are touring in 2020, performing the 'Duke Tour' live set. "The closest you'll see to 'intimate' Collins era Genesis before their explosion into the gargantuan arena shows of the mid 80s" (Chester…: more info

12th Feb 2020 - 15th Feb 2020

The Wolves of Willoughby ChaseThe Wolves of Willoughby Chase - 12 to 15 February (performances 7.30pm) By Joan Aitken, adapted by Russ Tunney Directed by Becky Dobson (A Tadpoles youth production) Things are looking up for orphan Sylvia. She’s just been invited to go and live with her rich cousin Bonnie at the family’s…: more info

16th Mar 2020 - 21st Mar 2020

Death TrapDeath Trap An Ingenious Thriller with Funny Moments By Ira Levin Diected by Jill Pettigrew (performances 7.30pm - 21 March 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) (A TOADS season production) An ingenious thriller with funny moments - Unknown dramatist Clifford Anderson has sent his new work to…: more info

20th Apr 2020 - 25th Apr 2020

Blithe SpiritBlithe Spirit A Ghostly Comedy by Noel Coward Directed by Sarah Caplan (performances 7.30pm - 25 April 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) By Noël Coward (A TOADS season production) A ghostly comedy - Blithe Spirit is a comic play by Noël Coward. The play concerns the socialite and novelist Charles…: more info

18th May 2020 - 23rd May 2020

The Passing of the Third Floor BackThe Passing of the Third Floor Back An Idle Fancy in a Prologue, A Play and an Epilogue By Jerome K Jerome Directed by Andrew Kenyon (performances 7.30pm - 23 May 2.30pm matinee and 7.30pm) (A TOADS season production) An idle fancy, in a prologue, a play and an epilogue - The residents of Mrs…: more info

15th June 2020 - 20th June 2020

Funny MoneyA riotous comedy - Henry is late home for his birthday dinner. When he eventually arrives he discovers that he has accidentally picked up a briefcase containing thousands of pounds. Hilarious innuendo and cruelly funny turns of fate ensue as Henry and his wife assume various identities in their…: more info

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Road Directions

From the Clock Tower near Torquay Harbourside, turn left on to Torwood Street. At the first traffic light junction turn right onto Meadfoot Sea Road. Follow the road up the hill - St Marks Road is the second road on the right.