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Princess Theatre Torquay Tickets

The Rocky Horror Show

Jump to the left and step into Princess Theatre for a night of cult musical fun! This iconic show is back on tour, so get the fishnets out.

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

The devilishly good high school film becomes a hit musical, featuring songs from the ‘90s - Britney, The Verve, TLC and more.

Riverdance 30: The New Generation

The dance troupe celebrate three decades with a special new tour. Perfect for longtime fans or newcomers, it’ll leave you feeling inspired.

Sunny Afternoon

Relive the highs and lows of The Kinks at this brilliant jukebox musical. Featuring their greatest hits: “Lola”, “Waterloo Sunset” and more.

Fawlty Towers

Direct from the West End, Fawlty Towers serves up nonstop laughs, classic mishaps, and all the iconic moments you love.

Lord of the Dance 30th Anniversary

For 30 years, Lord of the Dance has defined Irish dance on stage—this anniversary tour is its best yet.

What’s On at Princess Theatre Torquay

The Princess Theatre in Torquay has an exciting lineup of events in 2025, bringing West End-quality entertainment to Devon. Coming up soon, Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical is a deliciously dark adaptation of the high school film with a soundtrack of 1990s bangers. If you prefer something more classic, try Riverdance or Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile in November. Torquay is also welcoming one of its most famous hoteliers and we suggest you book your stay early! Catch Fawlty Towers direct from the West End next spring.

Finally, why not start thinking about Christmas? This year’s panto, Sleeping Beauty, is the stuff of dreams for families and audiences of all ages.

About the Princess Theatre Torquay

First opening in 1961, acts such as Tommy Cooper and Morecambe and Wise were topping the bill at the Princess Theatre’s debut performance. Built by Torbay Council as part of the redevelopment of the Princess Gardens on the seafront, the building replaced an annual marquee that hosted light variety entertainment. Over the years, the Princess Theatre has been managed by several different companies whilst under the continued maintenance of the council. In 1991, the building was leased to Apollo Leisure and was then taken over by SFX and Clear Channel Entertainment. In 2009, Ambassador Theatre Group bought the theatre and continues to manage it to this day.

The Princess Theatre is the largest venue in the wider Torbay area and has the largest capacity in the South West after the Bristol Hippodrome, with a seating capacity of just over 1,500. Traditionally hosting family variety shows in the summer, it developed its reputation for hosting West End musicals in the early noughties. These days it continues to host a diverse programme of events including musicals, plays, ballet, opera, concerts and panto.

In the spring of 2024, the venue had a £750,000 refurbishment which included updates to the auditorium seating, carpets and front of house areas.

Map and Address

Torbay Road, Torquay, TQ2 5EZ

Torquay’s Princess Theatre is situated on the south coast of Devon, close to a seaside park, with the Southwest Coastal Path running below. The beach is a few minutes away, as is a big wheel which provides fantastic views from high above the water. There are several places to eat and drink in the nearby vicinity, and the theatre has its own café-bar that opens on performance days. Between the theatre and the train station, you can also find adventure golf, the Torre Abbey Museum and large open spaces and parks.

Frequently Asked Questions

The box office is open 90 minutes before the first performance of the day begins.

The theatre is open for performances up to 90 minutes before the show begins. Patrons are usually able to take their seats in the auditorium 30 minutes before curtain up. The glass walls of the venue offer excellent views over Princess Pier, so it is worth arriving early to enjoy a drink and take in the sights before a show.

Like several other ATG venues, the Princess Theatre now hosts pizzeria Pizza Al Teatro on-site. This is a great option for pre-theatre dining as you don't have to worry about rushing to the venue after dinner! Their menu offers a range of sourdough pizzas, mezze platters and salads. Other bars are available throughout the auditorium offering wines, beers, spirits, soft-drinks and snacks before the performance and during the interval.

There is no cloakroom at the theatre, and visitors are advised to bring bags and coats small enough to take into the auditorium.

On The Rocks is a casual café-bistro serving a variety of seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes. Visitors can enjoy a pre-show meal before walking around 10 minutes along the seafront to the theatre. Also within walking distance is Michelin-starred The Elephant Restaurant, which focuses on seasonal à la carte, lunch and tasting menus.

There are a variety of grand Victorian-era hotels on the seafront, including The Imperial Torquay, for those looking for an upmarket option. If you prefer cheap, convenient and comfortable accommodation, Travelodge is 18 minutes from the theatre on the number 12 bus.

Customers can contact the box office for booking queries by calling 0333 009 6690.