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Where to buy TICKETSTHEATRE BOX OFFICE... The theatre box office is normally open 11:00am to 3:00pm (Monday to Friday) and is always open one hour before performances. www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

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Having re-opened in May we have been delighted with the heart-warming response received from our audiences and supporters. Thank you for loving this theatre!We remain very aware of COVID-safety and continue to have a range of measures in place.The detail is regularly updated on our website FAQ page but please call if you have any questions.

Our forward programme is looking fabulous with many shows rescheduled into a busy autumn so please browse through and make sure you don’t miss something special. 2020 was the first time since WWII that Paignton Pantomime Productions missed a year so it is a special warm welcome back to this amazing, award-winning team.

We hope you can come along and look forward to seeing you soon.

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MUSIC 1 OCT Rave On with the Bluejays 7AUDIENCE WITH 3 OCT Lucy Worsley: A Very British Murder 7MUSIC 6 OCT Bye Bye Baby – Celebration of Frankie Valli & Four Seasons 8DAYTIME TALK 7 OCT Colin Vosper: The Old Saltway 8MUSIC 9 OCT Voodoo Room: Hendrix, Clapton & Cream 8MUSIC 10 OCT Bootleg Shadows 9COMEDY 13 OCT Mark Watson – How You Can Almost Win 9MUSIC 14 OCT The Elvis Years – The Story of The King 9AUDIENCE WITH 15 OCT Jeremy Vine – What the hell is going on?! 10DRAMA 20-23 OCT The Ghost Train 10POETRY 22 OCT Poetry Pop Up at the Palace 10DANCE/MUSIC OCT/NOV Torbay and South West of England Festival 11COMEDY 29 OCT Jenny Eclair: Sixty! (FFS!) 11MUSIC 31 OCT Las Vegas Live with the Rat Pack and Marilyn 11MUSIC 3 NOV Day at Night – The Doris Day Songbook 12DAYTIME TALK 11 NOV Anne George: Born into entertainment 12VARIETY 11 NOV Happy Days are Here Again 13COMEDY 12 NOV Dom Joly’s Holiday Snaps – Travel & Comedy in the Danger Zone 13MUSIC 13 NOV Genesis Connected 13VARIETY 14 NOV Lady Boys of Bangkok: Flights of Fancy 14MUSIC 19 NOV Diamonds are Forever 14AUDIENCE WITH 20 NOV Michael Portillo ‘Life: a game of two halves’ 14DRAMA 24-27 NOV Crown Matrimonial 15VARIETY 1-2 DEC The Magic of Christmas 15WORKSHOP DEC Wreath-making Workshops 15MUSIC 4 DEC Rock for Heroes 16DAYTIME QUIZ 9 DEC The Peintona Paladin: Local History Quiz 16PANTOMIME DEC/JAN Jack and the Beanstalk 16PARTY 31 DEC The Vinyl Avengers New Year’s Eve Party 17PANTOMIME 9 JAN Cinderella – Wonder Productions 17DAYTIME TALK 13 JAN The Torquay Historical Pageant of 1924 17DANCE 3 FEB The Snow Queen – Ballet Theatre UK 18COMEDY 12 FEB Phoney Fools and Horses 18DRAMA 16-19 FEB Dead Guilty 19DAYTIME TALK 17 FEB Becky Nuttall: Pottery, Geopark and Guzzledown 19VARIETY 25 FEB Choice Grenfell: A tribute to Joyce Grenfell 19FAMILY 5 MAR Top Secret – The Magic of Science 20MUSIC 18 MAR The Three Degrees 20DAYTIME TALK 10 MAR Rachel Trethewey: The Churchill Girls 21AUDIENCE WITH 12 MAR Frontline Chat: Talking Cops 21AUDIENCE WITH 13 MAR Lesley Pearse: Suspects 21COMEDY 24 MAR Kerry Godliman BOSH 22MUSIC 27 MAR The Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular 22MUSIC 27 NOV Stage Left Sounds – New sing and dance nights 23

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STAGE LEFTStage Left, our newly decorated events suite.

Ideal if you are planning a wedding, birthday party, business or community workshop or are looking for a rehearsal space.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES FOR ALL AGESThis year we’ve enjoyed hosting a variety of new events in Stage Left including children’s birthday parties and celebratory occasions.

If you’re looking for a venue to hold a party wecan help - providing a range of catering optionsto suit your guests’ dietary needs as well as organising bouncy castles, ball pools and other fun themed activities.

PRESHOW SUPPERSCome early and enjoy a pre-show supperat the theatre.

Our new kitchen means that we can offer a range of delicious menu options such as pie and mash or a cream tea. Look for the symbol next to some of our show listings and book when youbuy your show tickets.

TEA AT THE PALACEEnjoy a fabulous Saturday afternoon tea experience in our newly refurbishedStage Left dining space.

Delight in the gentle and elegantatmosphere with a host of talented local musical performers who will entertain you and your friends.

See dates on page 23 for details.

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WORKSHOPS From creative writing classes to crafty workshops we have something to suit all interests.

Our popular wreathmaking classes are always a fun way to get into the festive spirit and make an ideal gift or decoration for your home.

WEDDINGSWe are the ideal venue for your special day.

The whole of the theatre is licenced forweddings so you can say ‘I do’ on our stageor enjoy a quiet ceremony in one ofour refurbished rooms.

We can also host your wedding reception or evening party, providing Stage Left as adelightful and stylish backdrop for you andyour wedding guests. You can find out moreon our website or call for details.

PALACE THEATRE PAIGNTON FOUNDATION The theatre is operated by Jazz Hands CICand any donations received support thework of the Palace Theatre Foundation,helping to maintain this grand old building,and improve the facilities to enhanceyour experience.

The Foundation also supports emergingtalent and enables wider access to the theatre.

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Rave On with the BlueJaysThey’re back to rock and roll across our stage!

Rave On is the 1950’s musical sensation sweeping the nation. Featuring multiple award winning band The Bluejays, a group comprised of stars from West End Productions The Buddy Holly Story, Million Dollar Quartet and Dreamboats & Petticoats,Rave On transports you back to the fabulous 50’s in stunningly authentic style. Featuring the greatest hits of the 1950’s, from the likes of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, the Everly Brothers, Connie Francis, Eddie Cochran, Little Richard, Cliff Richard and many more.

Friday 1 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £19 - £22

Lucy Worsley:A Very British MurderAn illustrated tour through the dark story of our fascination with murder, with renowned historian Lucy Worsley.

Lucy has covered the history of this very British obsession in a book and BBC TV series. Here she shares its secrets and explores the history of this phenomenon in forensic detail, examining not only the crimes themselves but also how murder became a form of middle-class entertainment through novels, plays, artefacts and the press. From a Regency serial killer to Agatha Christie, this is the story of how crime was turned into art.

Sunday 3 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £25

Paignton Pantomime ProductionsThe Palace Theatre is very proud of its long association with the multi-award-winning Paignton Pantomime Productions and we are delighted to welcome this excellent team back for this year’s Panto, Jack and the Beanstalk.

2020 was the first year without the familiar cries of ‘He’s behind you’ and ‘Oh not it isn’t’ – the perfect way to enjoy Christmas.

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Voodoo Room Be part of an incredible homage to three music legends,Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, in this explosivenew production.

Packed with an incredible high energy and performed bysome of the UK’s finest musicians, this show will transport you back in time to the original concerts, delivering the true spirit of these legendary superstars. This is the true fans’ production,a collection of outstanding musicians who have not only performed the songs, they have lived the life! No wigs.No pantomime. Just great music played by great musicians!

Saturday 9 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £18

Colin Vosper:The Old SaltwayColin’s talk will focus on the route with interesting historical stories and facts linked to various places along the way. The Old Saltway runs from Coombe Cellars to Totnes and has a mix of churchways /lychways, manor boundaries and old trading or pack-horse routes with very few roads.Join us for our monthly daytime talk series, ticket includes a cup of tea or coffee.

Thursday 7 October - 10:30am | Tickets £5

Bye Bye Baby – A celebration of Frankie Valli and the Four SeasonsA hugely entertaining tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’.

Enjoy incredible four-part harmonies, roof raising falsetto complete with energetic and stylish choreography – all backed by their excellent 4-piece band – for a night remember! The show includes greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 and many more.

Wednesday 6 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £24.50

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Mark Watson – How You Can Almost WinIn 2017, Mark Watson – a man prone to considerable anxiety, with multiple phobias and a history of piss-poor self-esteem – was asked to go on Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls.

It really wasn’t for him at all because his favourite things include safety, comfort, food and not being scared and miserable.But the experience changed the shambolic comedian for the better, and now he’s written a sort of motivational talk about what it taught him. But still with jokes.

Wednesday 13 October - 8pm | Tickets £15

Bootleg ShadowsA tribute celebrating the music of The Shadowsand Cliff Richard.

With their immaculate appearance, synchronised dance movements and clean, pure melodic sound, The Shadows chalked up 35 hits of their own and another 33 hits with Cliff, giving them more hits than any other British group. You can expect to hear the hits, from Apache in 1960 up to Riders in the Sky along with Summer Holiday and Bachelor Boy. You’ll be doing the Shadows famous ‘walk’ long after you have left the theatre.

Sunday 10 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £19 - £21.50

The Elvis Years – The Storyof The King Join Mario Kombou (Jailhouse Rock, West End), his all-star band and award-winning singers for an unforgettable journey through over 50 golden greats spanning over three decades.

From the early Sun Records hits to the majestic Las Vegas performances, via The Jordanaires, the army years, authentic re-creations from the Hollywood movies and the stunning68 TV special. With nostalgic film footage, and over twelve costume changes and classic hits including That’s Alright Mama and Suspicious Minds.

Thursday 14th October - 7:30pm | Tickets £22 - £24.50

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The Ghost TrainA group of railway passengers have been stranded at a remote rural station.

Will they see the famous Ghost Train run and will all the threats about what happens to people who see it come true? Why does everyone want strangers to keep away why the elaborate and deliberate scaring of the stranded passengers? You’ll be on the edge of your seat. Bijou Theatre Productions present this classic play by Arnold Ridley, directed by Jill Farrant.

Wednesday 20 to Saturday 23 October - 7:30pmTickets £10 - £13

Jeremy Vine – What the hell is going on?!BBC Radio 2’s Jeremy Vine brings his view of the world tothe Palace – you’ll laugh, you’ll cry!

One of the UK’s most successful broadcasters he’s presented Newsnight, Panorama, Crimewatch, Eggheads and Points of View as well as his daily Jeremy Vine Show on BBC Radio 2, the UK’s most listened-to radio news programme and his daily Channel 5 show. Increasingly he finds himself asking ‘What the hell is going on?’ as information and misinformation get mixed together and the sheer volume of news that gets thrown at us all is mind blowing.

Friday 15 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £17

Poetry Pop Up at the PalaceAn evening of poetry and performance poetry at Stage Left, part of Paignton’s iconic Palace Theatre!

Come along and enjoy some of the finest poets and performers in the South West. There will be rhyming, whimsy and wordplay a-plenty. Hosted by Robert Garnham, who will also be performing material from his new show, ‘Yay!: The Search for Happiness’. Open mic slots are available in advance, contact robert@professorofwhimsy.com if you would like to perform.

Friday 22nd October - 7:30pm | Tickets £6STAGE

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Jenny Eclair: Sixty! (FFS!)Having hit 60 (but still a year younger than Madonna),Jenny Eclair AKA ‘The Face of Vagisan’ confronts a new decade of decrepitude.

Now that it takes 20 minutes of scrolling down to find her DOB when she’s filling in forms online, should she celebrate or crawl into a hole? What will her 60’s hold for this 1960’s babe and is it a legal requirement to buy Nordic walking poles? PS, ‘I’m carrying quite a lot of excess lock down weight, which you can feel free to discuss behind my back during the interval’.

Friday 29 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £20

Torbay and South West of England FestivalA celebration of music, dance, speech and drama

We are delighted to once again host this year’s festival, showcasing some of the very best of local talent competing for an impressive array of trophies and awards.

Music – Sunday 24 to Wednesday 27 OctoberDance – Thursday 28 to Saturday 30 OctoberSpeech and Drama – Thursday 4 to Saturday 6 November

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Las Vegas Live withthe Rat Pack and MarilynThe hit show that perfectly captures the wonderful music and comedy of the original legends.

Britain’s longest running tribute the stars who truly ruled the entertainment world, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr., and the hit songs made they made popular such as Ain’t That A Kick In The Head, The Lady Is A Tramp, My Way, Mr Bojangles and of course, New York New York. They are joined in this lavish production by Special Guest – Charley Toulan as the iconic Marilyn Monroe.

Sunday 31 October - 7:30pm | Tickets £20

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Day at Night – The Doris Day SongbookA celebration of the life of Doris Day, featuring popular hits from the Doris Day songbook, interwoven with stories, anecdotes from her fascinating life.

Directed and staged by Roger Hannah, the production using images and projection recreates the nostalgia of a bygone era, and includes twenty five unforgettable hits, such as Secret Love, Sentimental Journey, Teacher’s Pet, Move Over Darling andQue Sera Sera. Enjoy a wonderful evening remembering and celebrating this wonderful lady’s music, films, and life.

Wednesday 3 November - 7:30pm | Tickets £16 - £18

Anne George: Born into entertainment As a magician/illusionist, ventriloquist, dancer, choreographer and actress (GSMD), Anne’s colourful career has included directing shows and as CEO of a leading UK entertainment company.

Her continuing story is varied, amusing and highly entertaining. Join us for our monthly daytime talk series, ticket includes a cup of tea or coffee.

Thursday 11 November - 10:30am | Tickets £5

A stunning venue for all celebrations, birthdays, weddings and family events with loads of options for catering and entertainment...there’s even room fora bouncy castle!

Call us if you would liketo come and look around.

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Happy Days are Here Again This uplifting, heart-warming show is full of patriotic nostalgia and celebrates the Anniversary of VE Day.

Hand clapping, foot tapping songs, singalongs to join in with, songs to make you smile and to touch your heart. Including a tribute to the much-loved Dame Vera Lynn and a red, white and blue flag waving Finale. Add some mirth and merriment and this trip down memory lane is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Thursday 11 November - 2pm | Tickets £16 - £18

Dom Joly’s Holiday Snaps – Travel and Comedy in the Danger Zone Dom Joly, writer and broadcaster is best known as the creator of Trigger Happy TV.Dom will be talking about his exploits as a serial globe-trotting seeker of dangerous travel spots. From North Korea though the Congo and Syria to Chernobyl, he’s visited some of the most unusual places on the planet. Joly famously attended school with Osama Bin Laden and, armed with a trusty Powerpoint, fans can expect his holiday snaps to provide comedy and a sense of danger.

Friday 12 November - 7:30pm | £18

Genesis Connected After their sell out show in 2019, Genesis Connected make a welcome return to our stage!

A tribute show celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers thatwill get you dancing in the aisles. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards including; Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, Solsbury Hill,You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more.

Saturday 13 November - 7:30pm | Tickets £17 - £19.50

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Diamonds are ForeverTwo amazing tribute stars bring you a night of the wonderful music of Neil Diamond and Shirley Bassey.

Jonathan Mark is well known for his spectacular take on Neil Diamond, the American singer-songwriter with over 100 million record sales including classic hits such as Cracklin Rosie, Song Sung Blue, You don’t Bring Me Flowers and America. Debbie Farrell has starred as Dame Shirley Bassey on TV’s Stars in the Eyes and, with her powerful voice, performs an excellent tribute to the Welsh singing star. Nobody Does it Better!

Friday 19 November - 7:30pm | Tickets £12 - £15

Michael Portillo“Life: a game of two halves” Michael Portillo makes a welcome return to Paignton.

After studying at Cambridge University, he worked with Mrs Thatcher, briefing her before press conferences. As a Conservative politician, he took just over a decade to go from a seat in the Commons to being seen as possible future Prime Minister. His political career came to an end in May 1997. Since then, he has reinvented himself as a broadcaster of some renown, travelling the railways of the world for television, and investigating the history of numerous countries, and the daily lives of their people.

Saturday 20 November - 7:30pm | Tickets £18

Lady Boys of Bangkok:Flight of FancyClimb aboard for the trip of a lifetime as the world’s most glamorous showgirls (who just happen to be men!)

They’ll send you soaring to spectacular diamante-dipped song and dance destinations, with over 400 stunning costumes. Comedy turbulence is the in-flight order of the day as your cabin crew, led by the one and only Ole, take you mile high at the biggest party in the sky! Pop icons transport you from Las Vegas to Las Palmas before the Euphoria of a Eurovision medley fills the auditorium.

Sunday 14 November - 5pm and 7:30pm | Tickets £22 - £24

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Wreath Making workshops– a Stage Left eventJoin us for a fun session making traditional wreaths.

Create a beautiful, traditional Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. We will have a vast array of natural materials on hand for you to use and lots of ideas to help you make your own fantastic wreath, a perfect gift or a wreath for yourself. All materials provided, as well as a mince pie andhot chocolate or mulled wine.

Saturday 4, Sunday 5, Thursday 9, Saturday 11 andSunday 12 December, various times | Tickets £25

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The Magic of ChristmasTorbay’s ultimate Christmas show - guaranteed to get youin the Christmas spirit.

With singing, dancing and laughs all round, this show will take you on a sleigh ride through classic, pop and rock Christmas hits.Sit back and enjoy beautiful harmony, toe-tapping routines and sketches that will have you laughing to the North Pole and back. Featuring festive favourites including It’s Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas, Santa Claus is Coming to Town and White Christmas.

Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 December - 7:30pmFriday 3 December - 5pm and 8pmTickets £18 - £19.50

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Crown MatrimonialThe fascinating story of Edward VIII’s abdication.

Set in Marlborough House between 1936 and 1945, this powerful play focuses on the private family drama of Edward VIII and the Royal Family leading up to the abdication. An engrossing and moving study of both a major constitutional crisis and an overwhelming issue of private and public conflict. A Bijou Theatre Production.

Wednesday 24 - Saturday 27 November - 7:30pmTickets £11 - £13

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Rock for HeroesMusic, laughter and a Rockin’ Night Out!

Fundraising in support of Help for Heroes. Building an almost cult following, the incredible “Rock for Heroes” is back on the road, bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artists. Performed by a full live rock band and superb singers, complete with brilliant personalities and comedy value this really is a night out unlike any other. With music from artists such as Queen, The Eagles, David Bowie, Van Halen, Toto, Bon Jovi, Guns N Roses, AC/DC, Dire Straits and so many more.

Saturday 4 December - 7:30pm | Tickets £16 - £18

The Peintona Paladin: Local History QuizJoin Karen and Iris of Paignton Heritage Society as they challenge your knowledge of Paignton’s rich history.

Come along and take part in this fun and fascinating local history poser and be crowned ‘The Peintona Paladin’.A perfect, friendly treat as Christmas approaches. Join usfor our monthly daytime talk series, ticket includes a cup of tea or coffee.

Thursday 9 December - 10:30am | Tickets £5

Jack and the Beanstalk“Fee Fi Fo Fum, to the Palace you must come”

Jack’s back in 2021 to deliver another fabulous pantomimeat the Palace! ‘A masterclass on how to deliver first class entertainment’, ‘it is all about the audience’s enjoyment’ and‘a magical experience’ were just some of the comments received for Sleeping Beauty in 2019. The same Paignton Pantomime Productions team will be on hand to guide Jack up the beanstalk to rescue the Princess from the scary giant… will he succeed? Professional musicians, dazzling costumes, wonderful dancing and a few surprises all brought to you by the best of local talent.

18, 19, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 December 2021 and 1, 2 and 3 January 2022, various times | Tickets £12 - £14

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The Torquay Historical Pageant of 1924In the first part of the 20th century our nation was grippedby “pageantitis”, following the “mother of all pageants at Sherborne in Dorset in 1905. Torquay’s pageant was overseen by Arthur Applin – classical actor, sensationalist novel writer and war hero. Around 2,000 local people took part in what is now an almost forgotten event.Well- known local history speaker, David Hinchliffe provides a fascinating and entertaining insight into this story. Join us for our monthly daytime talk series, ticket includes a cup of tea or coffee.

Thursday 13 January - 10:30am | Tickets £5

CinderellaGet swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time, as Wonder Productions brings us the most loved pantomime of them all – Cinderella.

This classic rags to riches story tells us of beautiful young girl who is cruelly treated by her jealous Ugly Step-sisters. If she’s to meet her Prince Charming and find true love before the clock strikes midnight, she’ll need all the magic her Fairy Godmother can muster up, along with the help from her best friend Buttons. Will Cinderella get her fairytale ending? Book your tickets before the clock strikes midnight to find out!

Sunday 9 January - 1pm and 5pm | Tickets £11 - £13

The Vinyl AvengersNew Year’s Eve Party Sing and dance your way into 2022 with Lady Jade & DJ Loadz, known as the Vinyl Avengers.

The international, retro vinyl DJs will have you dancing and singing along to their scratchy, old records in Stage Left on New Year’s Eve. Mod, Soul, Ska, 2tone, 60’s Soul, 70’s Funk, Motown, Northern Soul… all lovingly played on original vinyl. Reserved VIP tables of 4 and Unreserved seating available. Friday 31 December - 8pm | Tickets £100 Reserved VIP tables of 4 (admits 4) / £20 Unreserved seating

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Phoney Fools and HorsesBased on the TV show everybody loves, comes abrilliant homage, bursting with renditions of your best-loved moments and characters.

Meet DEL BOY, UNCLE ALBERT, RODNEY, BOYCIE and TRIGGER. Starring award-winning comedy impressionist and Britain’s Got Talent star, Drew Cameron, in a specially scripted, hilarious storyline with all the laughter-moments we remember so well. Age 12 +

Saturday 12 February - 7:30pm | Tickets £17.50The show is inspired by BBC comedy Only Fools and Horses but the content is entirely original, and no use is made of the scripts or other materials from the TV programmes. The show is not linked to or authorised in any way by the BBC, Shazam or others involved in the TV programmes.

The Snow Queen Join Ballet Theatre UK in their beautiful re-telling ofHans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale ballet,The Snow Queen.

This spectacular production follows the story of Gerda and her quest to find her friend Kay, whom the Snow Queen has placed under an evil spell. Gerda’s fantastic adventure takes her on a journey across the frozen north where she encounters a band of gypsy’s, enchanted reindeer, and a mysterious and reclusive Lapland woman. Gerda is told by the mysterious woman to continue traveling north, where she will find Kay and the Snow Queen’s Palace of Ice.

Thursday 3 February - 7:30pm | Tickets £15 - £18

Sponsor a Seat at the PalaceBe part of our future with your name in our auditorium

The Palace Theatre is managed by Jazz Hands, aCommunity Interest Company, and your support canhelp this community theatre to thrive.

Sponsor a seat in the auditorium for £100 and your namewill be added on a plaque with your message. Past seatsponsors have helped to fund renovations and bring excitingtheatre to the Palace.

Contact the box office for details.

First Class Reviews...‘Absolutely brilliant show’,‘It was luvvly jubbly!’,‘Really worth coming,will come again!’’

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Dead GuiltyWhen John Haddrell dies of a heart attack at the wheelof his car the woman at his side is not his wife, but hislover Julia.

Recovering from her injuries Julia is visited by Margaret, who apparently knows nothing of the affair. Events take a sinister turn when Margaret begins to encroach on Julia's life, engineering her dismissal of her home help and estrangement from her counsellor. Left alone in the house Julia and Margaret are locked in deadly combat.

Wednesday 16 - Saturday 19 February - 7:30pmTickets £14 with concessions

Choice Grenfell: A tribute to Joyce GrenfellAn evening celebrating the much-loved Joyce Grenfell in the company of one of Britain’s best-loved comediennes.

In these somewhat uncertain times comes a wonderful evening of warmth, wit and gentle humour. A full-length show featuring some of the best of Joyce’s hilarious songs and monologues from Stately As A Galleon and School Nativity Play to A Terrible Worrier and First Flight. Suzanna as Joyce is our guide for a delightful delve into some of Grenfell’s most endearing characters, ably accompanied by her trusted pianist. Friday 25 February - 7:30pm | Tickets £12 - £18

Becky Nuttall: Pottery,Geopark and GuzzledownBecky will talk about her cultural roots in Brixham since childhood and the influence her father’s creativity (playwright and artist Peter Draper) and the English Riviera Geopark has on her own art and poetry.

This personal journey will tell how Becky believes our creative heritage makes us all human. Join us for our monthly daytime talk series, ticket includes a cup of tea or coffee.

Thursday 17 February - 10:30am | Tickets £5

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Top Secret - The Magic of ScienceFusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats as we transform the Palace into a real life science laboratory.

Experience the non-stop action packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination. Top Secret is a fast moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense, lots and lots of mess! Top Secret will inspire and educate every young budding magician and scientist, as well as proving fun and exciting entertainment for all of the family.

Saturday 5 March - 2pm | Tickets £10 - £12

The Three DegreesThe ‘WHEN WILL I SEE YOU AGAIN’ tour with original  members  Helen Scott and Valerie Holiday. All the way from the USA!

The Three Degrees are an American female vocal group, formed in 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The group has remained a trio with two original members and, as Sheila Ferguson left many moons ago, they are now joined by Freddie Pool. A firm favourite with Prince Charles, they sang at his 30th birthday party and were guests at his wedding to Princess Diana. The Three Degrees are known all around the world for songs like When Will I See You Again, Dirty Ol' Man and Take Good Care Of Yourself.

Friday 18 March - 7:30pm | Tickets £25

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Frontline Chat: Talking CopsWith so much going on surrounding policing during 2020, lockdown and the pandemic, coupled with the nation’slove of crime novels and TV crime dramas such as Heartbeat, Happy Valley and Line of Duty, we are celebrating our everyday heroes.

Join Britain’s Got Talent finalist, Dave Wardell, the UK’s most famous Twitter cop, Harry Tangye, and the popular author Scilly Sergeant, Colin Taylor. An entertaining evening of frontline chat, followed by a Q&A session and book signing.

Saturday 12 March - 7:30pm | Tickets £14 - £15

Rachel Trethewey:The Churchill Girls The Story of Winston’s Daughters

Bright, attractive and well-connected, in any other family the Churchill girls – Diana, Sarah, Marigold and Mary – would have shone. But they were not in any other family, they were Churchills and neither they nor anyone else could ever forget it. Join us for our monthly daytime talk series, ticket includes a cup of tea or coffee.

Thursday 10 March - 10:30am | Tickets £5

Lesley Pearse: Suspects Lesley Pearse is a global No.1 bestseller with fans across the world and sales of over 10 million copies of her books to date.

One of the nation’s best-loved storytellers, Lesley is a master of the gripping storyline, always introducing her readers to characters that are impossible to forget. ‘Suspects’ is her 29th novel. A natural storyteller, she has lived an eventful life but is also inspired by others’ stories of courage and adversity, often giving voice to women lost in history and people damaged by their childhood experiences. Join Lesley as she talks about her fascinating life and writing, followed by a book signing.

Sunday 13 March - 3pm | Tickets £7

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Kerry Godliman BOSHAs seen on Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo, Taskmaster, Michael McIntyre’s Big Show, Cats Does Countdown, After Life, Save Me and Call The Midwife and heard on The News Quiz, The Now Show and I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue.

Kerry’s back on tour after what she thought would be a little ‘she’ time. No chance. Her bosh-like nature will never let her rest. Well, that and a needy cat, a constantly disappointing camper van, ever-raging feelings of mum guilt and bewilderment at the phasing out of thimbles. All will be explained.

Thursday 24 March - 8pm | Tickets £16 (strictly 14+ years)

ALSO COMING...Strictly Come Dancing’s Neil Jones in GINGERLAND - Saturday 2 AprilSounds of the Sixties with The Zoots - Sunday 1 MayIan Waite and Vincent Simone: Act Two - Wednesday 11 MayArthur Smith - Laughs, stories, a song and a poem - Saturday 14 May Rich Hall's Hoedown Deluxe - Thursday 26 May Jive Talkin’ perform the Bee Gees - Friday 27 May One Night in Texas - Saturday 28 May A Bit of a Carry On - Saturday 18 JuneRhythm of the Dance - Saturday 9 July Lipstick on your collar - Friday 5 August

The Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra musicians have credits ranging from 1920’s trad jazz, BBC Big Band, Jazz Funk and West End shows behind them.

In Concert, in addition to Big Band numbers, there are solos spots from a number of top-notch musicians and fabulous renditions from our Star vocalists. From playing under the wing of a Bomber at the American Air Museum to selling out their appearance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the MSO UK always hits the right notes.

Sunday 27 March - 7pm | Tickets £23.50

Fitness and Wellbeing

Classes withAnne George

of Stairway Coaching

Contact Anne for further details and to book your

place: 07778 426653 or email: anne@stairwaycoaching.co.uk

MOVE IT OR LOSE IT! A fun session with lovely music and exercises to improve Balance, Strength, Stamina, Flexibility & Confidence, Plus plenty of giggles along the way! Suitsall abilities for age group 60 plus! – Wednesdays, 2pm

HAPPY DANCING! Enjoy a lively dance workout with many different styles – Disco, Latin, Ballroom (no needfor a partner), Jazz, Freestyle, Bollywood & more! - Thursdays, on selected dates throughout the year.

MINDFULNESS & MOVEMENT! If you arelooking to gently move & stretch your bodymindfully, learn relaxation techniques andreduce stress then these sessions are perfectfor all abilities. Thursdays, on selected datesthroughout the year.

...OTHER EVENTS

Bingo starting in January 2022... check website for details. 23

at TheTeaEnjoy a fabulous Saturday afternoontea experience.Delight in the gentle and elegant atmosphere with a host of talented localmusical performers who will entertain you and your friends.

Ticket price includes a choice of fresh tea or coffee, freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes and nibbles, scones, preserves and delicious clotted cream for£15 per person or a simple cream tea for £7.50.

Refreshments servedfrom 2pm to 3.30pm

23rd October 202129th January 2022

7th May 202213th August 2022

Stage Left Sounds Our new Stage Left party nights with live performances of hits from across the decades to sing and dance along with.

Singer, Barry Palmer, has a wide history in rock and pop, most notably with the German prog-rock band Triumvirat and in the 80s as lead vocals with Mike Oldfield on the album Discovery. His own solo album Night Thoughts has been well received by both critics and fans. Lesley swaps her Torbay Symphony Orchestra cello for bass guitar in the ‘Take Two’ duo and together their simple mission is to entertain you with the best classic pop/rock songs over the last 50 years.

Saturday 27 November and Friday 17 December - 8pmVisit our website for ticket information.

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Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon. TQ3 3HF

01803 665800 info@palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk palacetheatrepaignton @TheatrePaignton

Parking: there is roadside parking around Palace Avenue and a car park off Crown and Anchor Way. Please check pay and display times when you park.

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