Babbacombe Theatre

Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay TQ1 3LU, England

01803 328385

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Ranked #3 of 18 attractions in Torquay

33 Reviews

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Owner description: The refurbished BABBACOMBE THEATRE has been a valuable asset to the English Riviera for over seventy years. As well as boasting the longest running...... more » Owner description: The refurbished BABBACOMBE THEATRE has been a valuable asset to the English Riviera for over seventy years. As well as boasting the longest running summer season show (Feb-Oct), the venue is renowned for wowing audiences with their highly acclaimed variety shows, most especially since 1986 when Matpro Limited took over the venue.Expect to be star struck, with an all-new show for 2012, STARDUST. Stardust, celebrates the old and the new, with Phantom Of The Opera & West Side Story being featured. The show pays tribute to the worlds most recognisable solo artist, Michael Jackson as well as a group that continues to sell out, even though the lead vocalist is no longer with us, Queen. Comedy Icons, the likes of Les Dawson and the Two Ronnie’s as well as TV favourites are regenerated too, will you be able to work out who one is ‘Who’. . And as if that was not enough there will be an extract from an all new award winning show that made its West End debut at the end of 2011, Matilda.Stardust is the ideal way to enjoy an evening of top class entertainment, whether you reside or you are visiting the Bay, we look forward to seeing you on the starting blocks!Throughout the year, new shows will be constantly added to the diary. To keep abreast of all the shows appearing at this celebrated venue, or to book tickets refer to the website.

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Handmade71

Cheshire

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9 reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

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“Fantastic Stardust Show”

Reviewed 13 May 2012

The 2012 Stardust show is absolutely fantastic. The whole show ran at such a pace, it was hard to keep up! The comedian was fantastic, and we laughed until we hurt. The dancers, singers, in fact everyone in this show, are to be commended. A great show, don't miss it. More

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Dear Handmade 71. Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your theatre experience with us. We are delighted you enjoyed the show so much...albeit we apologise for making you 'hurt' after laughing so hard! Lets hope future visitors to the Bay will heed your advice and join us to, for a fun night of 5 star... More

pip18Wigan

wigan

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7 reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

15 helpful votes

“a little gem”

Reviewed 1 May 2012

a must do for anyone visiting torquay, cheap night out but brilliant, better than most london shows and a quater of the price More

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Hello pip18Wigan. Your comments are much appreciated and concur with the reviewer in the prestigious trade journal The Stage who wrote "this variety show gem glitters with impact throughout" More

David W

Wrexham

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“Fantastic show at Babbacombe Theatre”

Reviewed 28 April 2012

My wife & I would like to thank every single one of the performers in "Stardust" on Wednesday 25th April for a wonderful evening of entertainment, you were all brilliant. I would recommend this show to everyone visiting the Torbay area, go and see it you will not be dissapointed. More

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Thank you David W, the Stardust cast were thrilled with your comments! More

Caprio

Herne Bay, United Kingdom

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34 reviews

Reviews in 17 cities

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“Nice Theatre but a worry if there was a fire”

Reviewed 28 April 2012

This is a lovely theatre and the shows are very good. However, a lot of the customers were elderly with walking frames and mobility scooters on the evening we were there. It would have been a huge worry if there had been an emergency. It took ages to sit them all down, so if there had to be an evacuation... More

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Hello Caprio Thank you for voicing your concerns over fire safety at the theatre. You did not mention the show that you were seeing and I hope that it did not detract from your enjoyment but some productions do attract an older audience who really appreciate a night at the theatre and their comfort and safety are always of prime... More

buckster-47

Coventry, United Kingdom

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“well worth the money”

Reviewed 19 April 2012

entertainment for a small theatre cast was superb, all the enntertainers were hard working from the dancers to the singers the comedian even the children were very good and even the seats were comfortable More

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Hello Buckster-47, were are delighted to read that your visit to our theatre was such a pleasure. We think that our production of Stardust with six entertainers, six dancers and five children prove that variety is still alive and in demand and shows the depth of talent that there is in the UK. More

Nevello

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

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4 reviews

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“Stardust”

Reviewed 15 April 2012

We had a great night out at the babbacombe theatre. Excellent show and very good value for money, would highly reccomend a visit More

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Dear Nevello. Thank you so very much for your comments and your 5 star rating for our show Stardust! The fact you enjoyed the whole experience of your theatre visit, makes us all proud to be associated with this lovely venue and with a fabulous show, featuring some great people who just happen to be very talented too! You made... More

smithytrio

Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

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7 reviews

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2 helpful votes

“Lovely theatre”

Reviewed 10 April 2012

Watched 60's night out here on Saturday 7th April. Excellent show & lovely theatre. Good view of stage. Have seen a couple of shows here in past year when on holiday in Torquay/Babbacombe. Its disappointing that on both occasions there were not more people in to watch the show. Not sure why it doesn't attract more people as its a... More

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Hello Smithytrio. Thank you so very much for reviewing our venue and your generous comments. We are delighted you enjoyed your theatre experience and yes it is a shame when we do not sell more tickets for some shows. We have had a sellout show this season with Tim Vine and Pam Ayres, here on 20 April is heading that... More

JohnPlant

Doncaster

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“Good review type show”

Reviewed 8 April 2012

This year was disappointing compared with last year, comedians not really competent but good dancers and colourful More

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Dear JohnPlant. Thank you for your review and your 4 stars for the show Stardust. Obviously we are disappointed you didn't enjoy it as much as last years show. But we find that, people like yourself who come regularly to the venue will always have preferences..We have had reviewers from some publications state, its the best show they have seen... More

potter32

Herts

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8 reviews

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“Good variety”

Reviewed 7 April 2012

The dancers and singers were very good, but is there any need for comedians to be smutty. One in particular relied upon lavatory humour for laughs (and got them) Comfortable seats and overall plenty of talent. More

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Dear Potter32, thank you for your feedback for the show, STARDUST. Yes we are lucky to have such a great amount of talent in the region, and a lovely venue situated on the beautiful Babbacombe Downs. I am sorry to hear that the comedic content was not to your liking. When producing a show, we take care to ensure that... More

costadelsolent

Lymington, United Kingdom

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9 reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

2 helpful votes

“stardust”

Reviewed 5 April 2012

A great variety show, much better than we anticipated. We had a really good belly laugh! Will go to next show! More

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Hi there Costadelsolent...what a great user name! Thank you very much for your lovely review & 5 Stars. Its always nice to know we exceeded peoples expectations, when it comes to the production of our shows. Its even nicer to know you will come back and see us again! We look forward to making you laugh next time too! More