Private Lives

Private Lives

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Princess Theatre, Torquay
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Tue 8 Feb - Sat 12 Feb 2022
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Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge star in a sparkling new production of Noel Coward’s immortal comedy of bad manners in the parts originally played by Coward himself and Gertrude Lawrence in the play’s 1930 premiere.
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Princess Theatre, Torquay

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Tue 8 Feb - Sat 12 Feb 2022
Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
2 hours incl. interval
Tue - Sat at 19:30
Wed, Thu and Sat at 14:30
Age guidance: 8+
For group bookings of 10 or more:
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Ex-spouses Elyot and Amanda are honeymooning with their new partners in the fashionable belle epoque resort of Deauville only to find themselves, to their horror, in adjacent hotel rooms. As their passion rekindles, they decide to elope to Amanda’s flat in Paris only to resume the vicious slanging match that drove them apart in the first place.

Private Lives

Timeless in its witty dissection of sex, marriage and monogamy, Coward’s masterpiece – staged now to mark the 50th anniversary of his death in 1973 -  continues to dazzle audiences throughout the world.

Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge …a fabulous comedy duo.
- Daily Mail
An evening of unparalleled comic sophistication
- Sunday Times

A Touch Tour will be running prior to the Audio Described performance on Sat 28 Oct, at 1:15pm. To book this Touch Tour please email [email protected]

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What the critics say

The chemistry between Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge sets the stage on fire
- The Upcoming
Christopher Luscombe's witty, handsome revival
- Daily Telegraph
Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge on consummate form
- Evening Standard

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Princess Theatre, Torquay

Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
Torquay Station
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times
Pizza al Teatro - Pre- show table service dining (Reservation required)
Private Hospitality - Spaces available to hire
Membership Benefits - 25% off pre-show drinks (30mins prior)

Located in the heart of the stunning English Riviera, the Princess Theatre, Torquay offers an unforgettable experience for all. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Torbay’s coastline, the theatre is a central part of the town’s cultural fabric.

The Princess Theatre, Torquay first opened its doors on Wednesday 7 June 1961 with Tommy Cooper and Morecombe & Wise top of the bill. It’s South Devon’s largest theatre with a seating capacity of 1514 after an auditorium refurbishment in Spring 2024. The venue has welcomed many West End touring productions including We Will Rock You, SIX, Heathers The Musical, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and Sister Act. Top comedians, Russell Howard, Michael McIntyre, Dawn French, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan and Rob Beckett have graced the stage as part of their UK tours and not forgetting iconic artists - Billy Ocean, Paloma Faith, Level 42, David Essex and Lulu.

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Princess Theatre, Torquay

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Tue 8 Feb - Sat 12 Feb 2022
Torbay Road, Torquay TQ2 5EZ
2 hours incl. interval
Tue - Sat at 19:30
Wed, Thu and Sat at 14:30
Age guidance: 8+
For group bookings of 10 or more:
Read more about our resale options
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