Palace Theatre
Palace Theatre
4.5
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
About
This small and friendly South Devon theatre and arts venue has a 380 seat auditorium, café-bar and Stage Left event suite. Managed by Jazz Hands, a Community Interest Company, the theatre works closely with Bijou theatre Productions, Doorstep Arts, Paignton Pantomime Productions and a wide range of touring companies to offer a full and exciting programme for South Devon residents and visitors. Come along and share our passion for ballet, opera, touring plays, live tribute bands, musical shows, ‘audience with’, variety, children’s shows and film.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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  • Sprintergirl
    Paignton, United Kingdom54 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great performance in lovely theatre
    We saw Vincent Simone in Tango Passions here recently. The performance was amazing - brilliant dancers and a special mention to the lady who danced, sang and played violin - she was mesmerising! The Palace is such a lovely intimate theatre with great views wherever you sit. We always enjoy coming here.
    We’re so glad you have had a lovely time with us, we do hope to see you again soon! Thank you.
    Written 14 May 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 23 March 2023
  • sharonsime
    Derby, United Kingdom702 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great theatre and afternoon
    We were visiting Torbay for a holiday and came a cross a summer panto. The theatre was quite intimate, which I like, and I wasn't sure what the quality of the production would be like. We went to see Mother Goose by hot rock production and it was the best we've seen. Google them as they are touring. Free parking for those with a blue badge outside round a grass park area or pay at the machine. There is also a car park a few mins walk away or it's a simple 10 min walk from Paignton front. The theatre was accessible and for those with mobility issues the first three rows have no steps to navigate and frames/ wheelchairs could be left by the front of the stage. We sat at the front as my little girl has limited vision and was expecting to be looking up crinking our necks but the stage was far enough away from the sitting for this not to happen. All in all a great theatre and cracking production.
    So glad you found us and had a great afternoon. Do come back when you’re next visiting 😊
    Written 25 June 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 29 May 2023
  • xjs_jag_girl
    Derbyshire, United Kingdom79 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Thoroughly recommend a visit if you're in the Torbay area on holiday.
    Whilst on holiday with my friend in nearby Torquay I found details for a production of Agatha Christie's 'The Hollow' at the Palace Theatre. We both enjoy theatre and Christie, so this was an ideal evening out. Very impressed with the theatre and the production. Staff and volunteers were very welcoming too. Thoroughly recommend a visit if you're in the Torbay area on holiday.
    Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you found us and hope we’ll see you again soon.
    Written 18 July 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited June 2023
    Written 11 July 2023
  • spooky
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great!!
    We dined before the show by ordering out meal the night before online and collecting our drinks from the bar - the food was as nice as expected. The show (The hollow by Agatha Christie) was excellent and a well acted with a good community vibe. Although considering we were dat on the second row I'm not sure how well you would be able to hear from further back because it didnt seem like they used mics.
    Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad you enjoyed your visit.
    Written 17 September 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 26 July 2023
  • Dean V
    11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    RaveOn!
    Paid a very reasonable price for a very enjoyable, entertaining professionally presented show. Also the actual theatre itself was spotlessly clean and comfortable, Excellent staff helpful and friendly. Barstaff excellent. In all a very very enjoyable experience, Thanks to you all.
    What a lovely review! Thank you so much. We hope to see you again soon.
    Written 14 October 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 23 September 2023
  • ellie h
    Plymouth, United Kingdom20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fab venue
    First visit to this gorgeous clean theatre to see the band Cats in Space and over the moon with our experience! From initial box office purchase through to awesome sound system, together with staff friendliness from stewards to bar staff, they totally aced it. Definitely keeping an eye on future gigs, even the seats were comfortable! Well done ALL.
    Fabulous review, glad you enjoyed your visit! Please do keep an eye on us as we’d love to see you again.
    Written 14 October 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 2 October 2023
  • traveljoy16
    London, United Kingdom26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Super evening at the theatre.
    We went to see Death in the Final Act at Paignton Theatre on 10 November. We had the pre-theatre dining before hand. The food was good with a wide range of choices and the play was lively and fun with a twist in the tale. Paignton Theatre is a gem of a place and manages to offer a wide range of performances and experiences. Worth a visit.
    Thank you so much for your lovely review, we’re glad you enjoyed your evening and we hope to see you again soon!
    Written 5 December 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 5 December 2023
  • DevonNightOwl
    Teignmouth, United Kingdom189 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aladdin Panto 2023 The Best
    A full house for this great panto. A laugh from beginning to end. Better than some of the professional pantos around. A simply wonderful set and special effects. The cast were great, just too many to mention but Widow Twanky and Wishy Washy were hilarious with great audience interaction. The singing and dancing was of such a high standard. All in all a very enjoyable performance! Reasonable ticket prices too.
    Thank you for your fabulous review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Panto and your visit to the theatre. See you again soon.
    Written 27 December 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 23 December 2023
  • Erica t
    Paignton, United Kingdom11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aladdin Panto. Better than "pros"
    Just come back from the fully booked panto NYE. Fab-u-lous. Great singing dancing, personalities and costumes. Such good value and so much better than so called pro pantos with celebrities we may have heard of. Great great great .
    Thank you for your lovely review! We loved the Panto too and we’re looking forward to next year! Oh yes we are.
    Written 5 January 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 31 December 2023
  • dusty bob
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Brilliant Panto
    Really friendly theatre. We went to see the amateur production of the Pantomime Aladdin and it ws fantastic. Personally I love amateur productions because whilst 1 or 2 voices lacked the projection of professional productions, this is made up in spades by the enthusiasm of everyone. Also the stage was full of young dancers I think from the local dance school and actors and there really was a buzz. Professional productions, we also went to see one this Christmas, can only afford a few (4 in our case) actors. Musical numbers, dance, jokes, good story, good price FABULOUS. Daughter 7 loved it.
    Thank you so much! We love the buzz the Panto brings to our theatre and we hope you’ll come back to see us again soon.
    Written 5 January 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited January 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 4 January 2024
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Stuart S
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
Went to see Geniuses Reconnected Jan 20224 and booked food, we arrived early and was let in because it was cold outside, very pleasant and helpful staff, who took us to the bar, the food arrived fresh and hot (good price as well) very chatty and pleasant service, well priced drinks at the bar, and a very good evening enjoyed by all.
Written 15 January 2024
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Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was a pleasure to meet you and we hope to see you again soon.
Written 27 January 2024
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dusty bob
10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Family
Really friendly theatre. We went to see the amateur production of the Pantomime Aladdin and it ws fantastic. Personally I love amateur productions because whilst 1 or 2 voices lacked the projection of professional productions, this is made up in spades by the enthusiasm of everyone. Also the stage was full of young dancers I think from the local dance school and actors and there really was a buzz. Professional productions, we also went to see one this Christmas, can only afford a few (4 in our case) actors. Musical numbers, dance, jokes, good story, good price FABULOUS. Daughter 7 loved it.
Written 4 January 2024
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Thank you so much! We love the buzz the Panto brings to our theatre and we hope you’ll come back to see us again soon.
Written 5 January 2024
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Erica t
Paignton, UK11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
Just come back from the fully booked panto NYE. Fab-u-lous. Great singing dancing, personalities and costumes. Such good value and so much better than so called pro pantos with celebrities we may have heard of.
Great great great .
Written 31 December 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review! We loved the Panto too and we’re looking forward to next year! Oh yes we are.
Written 5 January 2024
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Jonathan S
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
Went to the pantomime.....oh you didn't.....oh yes I did
Laughed all through the show
Proper family entertainment
Well done to all the cast and support team
Written 26 December 2023
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So glad you had a great time. Oh yes we are! See you again soon.
Written 27 December 2023
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DevonNightOwl
Teignmouth, UK189 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
A full house for this great panto. A laugh from beginning to end. Better than some of the professional pantos around.
A simply wonderful set and special effects. The cast were great, just too many to mention but Widow Twanky and Wishy Washy were hilarious with great audience interaction. The singing and dancing was of such a high standard.
All in all a very enjoyable performance! Reasonable ticket prices too.
Written 24 December 2023
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Thank you for your fabulous review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Panto and your visit to the theatre. See you again soon.
Written 27 December 2023
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traveljoy16
London, UK26 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
We went to see Death in the Final Act at Paignton Theatre on 10 November. We had the pre-theatre dining before hand. The food was good with a wide range of choices and the play was lively and fun with a twist in the tale. Paignton Theatre is a gem of a place and manages to offer a wide range of performances and experiences. Worth a visit.
Written 5 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review, we’re glad you enjoyed your evening and we hope to see you again soon!
Written 6 December 2023
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Simon T
Plymouth, UK12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
Great show and very nice theatre. Bar available and snacks. Tickets reasonably priced and staff very helpful
Written 23 November 2023
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Thank you so much for your lovely review! We hope to see you again soon.
Written 1 December 2023
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Paula L
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
The show was very well acted. A bit of banter with the audience.
Separate men and women's toilets.
Written 18 November 2023
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Thank you for your review! Glad you enjoyed your visit, see you again soon.
Written 1 December 2023
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Louisa C
16 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
The local production play was good. The seats are very tight to the rows in front you need a bit more leg room. Nice bar area. Meals are offered before alot of productions but was let down as I tried to book & left messages on the answerphone which nobody bothered to reply to so this let the evening down.
Written 12 October 2023
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We’re glad you enjoyed the performance and we’re so sorry to read you were unable to book a pre performance meal. We do offer this at time of booking tickets (both online and via the box office), as we only have a limited number of covers per show. We will look into the answerphone messages, as we do try to call everyone back and we’ll follow up with you directly (if you’d like to drop us an email)
Written 15 October 2023
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ellie h
Plymouth, UK20 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
First visit to this gorgeous clean theatre to see the band Cats in Space and over the moon with our experience! From initial box office purchase through to awesome sound system, together with staff friendliness from stewards to bar staff, they totally aced it. Definitely keeping an eye on future gigs, even the seats were comfortable! Well done ALL.
Written 2 October 2023
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Fabulous review, glad you enjoyed your visit! Please do keep an eye on us as we’d love to see you again.
Written 15 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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