Torbay's Music Legacy - 5 Decades of Sound - A Feature Film

Torbay's Music Legacy - 5 Decades of Sound
The Royal Lyceum, Torquay, TQ2 5NQ
Wednesday 26th November 2025

A captivating new feature film explores the vibrant legacy of Torbay’s music scene from 1975 to 2025. Directed by local filmmaker John Tomkins, this cinematic journey traverses the three towns of Torbay, shining a spotlight on some of the artists, bands, venue owners, promoters, and passionate music fans aged 13 to 90 who helped shape its cultural soundtrack.Through heartfelt interviews with over 100 contributors and stories from more than 50 locations, the film brings to life decades of unforgettable gigs, career-defining moments, legendary radio roadshows, and music scene memories of historic visits from superstars—including ABBA and many more. Through the generosity of the interviewees images , handbills, posters and videos from the music scene past included in the film.

This extraordinary project has been crafted in collaboration with individuals from across Torbay's music scene and beyond, offering a rich and resonant tribute to the region’s enduring love affair with live music.

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 We recommend those with accessibility issues to consider purchasing tickets at the rear of the auditorium.

Small World Restaurant & Tapas Bar, Meat 59 & Ning's Thai will be offering a 10% discount on Pre Theatre meals on the night of your booking. Please book in advance and advise of the discount and present your ticket or evidence of your booking on arrival. Enjoy!

Limited street parking is available but nearest car parks are located - Lower Union Lane TQ2 5PN (Abbey Road Entrance) Levels 1 to 5a (8am to midnight) & Fleet Walk Shopping Centre TQ2 5EA.

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