Inspired by the smash hit million selling albums Dreamboats and Petticoats One, Two and Three, comes the sell out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats the Musical, featuring some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock 'n' Roll era.... Read more >>
Running time: 2h 20m

The greatest days of your life!
Inspired by the smash hit million selling albums Dreamboats and Petticoats One, Two and Three, comes the sell out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats the Musical, featuring some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock 'n' Roll era.
Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, the team behind Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds of a Feather, The New Statesmen and Shine On Harvey Moon, this new feel-good musical production will give you 'the greatest time of your life', taking you back to a time when each passing week brought another classic track.
In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition – and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock 'n' roll fame beckons…
Featuring classic tracks from Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury, and many more, including Let's Dance, To Know Him Is To Love Him, Shaking All Over, Bobby's Girl, Three Steps To Heaven, Little Town Flirt, Only Sixteen, Runaround Sue, Happy Birthday Sweet 16, Let It Be Me, Great Pretender, C'mon Everybody, Let's Twist Again and many more hits from music's golden era!

There are 5 wheelchair spaces for customers who choose to remain in there wheelchairs throughout the performance. There are also carer seats located either next to, or directly in front or behind the wheelchair space.
There are 6 steps up, with handrails, to the main entrance, then swing doors into the foyer. A ramp is situated to the far right of the doors near to the entrance to Breezes. Two sets of double doors give access to the rear of the stalls, which slopes down (no stairs) to the front row. There is a lift, or a flight of 22 steps, from the foyer to the circle bar. From the bar there are two entrances to the circle, both with double swing doors and 11 steps to a centre gangway, from which there are 6 steps down to the front row and 5 steps up to the back row.
There is also a Café/Bar/Bistro linked to the theatre, which is fully accessible to the disabled and wheelchair users.
The box office is situated on the road side of the building with two flat entrances with heavy swing doors, automatic opening doors are situated to the left of the box office operated by pressing the red button on the wall the counter is 90 cms high, with a writing shelf situated in the middle of the 2 sales counters, The rows with better leg room in the stalls are the front row, V36/42, all side gangway seats and Circle row G.
We have an Infra-red hearing system installed, please ask for a headset at the sweet kiosk in the foyer (Available for a refundable £5 deposit).
Limited signed performances, please ask for details.
Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre.
Fully accessible toilets are located from the stalls wheelchair spaces through the fire exit on the right, also from the main foyer through the double swing doors through to the Café-Bar.

By Car:
We are located on Torbay Road in Torquay. Postal Code TQ2 5EZ There is ample parking nearby in either the Sheddon Hill, Marina or Fleet Walk car parks plus limited parking available on the road.
By Train:
Torquay train station is located just along the seafront, about a 20 minute walk away from the Theatre. For more information and train times please check National Rail.
By Bus:
Stagecoach number 12 and 12A buses, stop just along the road, about a 5 minute walk from the Theatre. Also the First Group X80 services the theatre. For more information on Bus Times please check First Group or Stagecoach.
Book online: Use the links below
Telephone Booking: 0844 871 3023
Customer Service: 0844 871 7627
Groups Bookings: 01803 380842 / 0844 871 3043
Access Bookings: 0844 871 7677
The Princess Theatre is delighted to announce that for the first time in it’s history the venue is now able to host Weddings, Civil Partnerships and Naming Ceremonies.
Couples can choose to have their special occasion in number of the venue’s rooms which have been granted the licence by Torbay Council.
With its tranquil setting overlooking Torquay Marina, The Princess Theatre is an ideal venue for your special day. Whether you are planning a quiet celebration with close family and friends or opting for a real party atmosphere, we can create a day that is totally suited to you.
We have a fantastic package on offer which we think offers excellent value for money whilst still giving you the flexibility you need, the package costs just £2000 based on 50 adults and includes venue hire, a choice of catering options, welcome drinks, sparkling wine to toast and evening canapés.
We would be delighted to discuss your exciting plans with you in more detail, and show you around our venue to help you visualise your special day. Please contact us on 01803 290288 so we can arrange a time to suit you.
Our café-bar Breezes is open throughout the day and into the evening on performance nights and serves everything from a warming coffee and home-made cake on a cold winter’s morning to a full three course meal, or a cool glass of wine in the evening sunshine before heading into the show. We also have a function room with stunning views overlooking Torbay and Torquay Marina and have a selection of party catering packages available. Please call us for more information or to book a table for your pre-theatre meal 01803 212383.


10+: £5 off ticket price.
20+: £6 off ticket price + 1 free.
50+ £7 off ticket price + 1 in 10 free.