Princess Theatre, Torquay
Strictly Rowcroft offers a dazzling night of glitz, glamour and spectacular dance performances, all to support Rowcroft’s vital end-of-life care in South Devon.
12 local stars will pair with experienced dancers from Danceworks Devon to compete for the Strictly Rowcroft 2025 title, performing live before an expert judging panel, including Strictly Come Dancing’s Flavia Cacace and choreographer Jenny Thomas, Stairway to the Stars producer Chris Chambers and Chair of Torbay Business Forum, Steve Reynolds.
Flavia said: “I’m thrilled to be taking part as a star judge for Strictly Rowcroft, a fabulous Strictly-style fundraiser in aid of Rowcroft Hospice. It’s such a wonderful cause to be supporting and I’m looking forward to seeing some fabulous dancing!”
The lineup features familiar local faces, including Adele Hearne, Landlady at The Blue Anchor in Teignmouth, Andy Banner-Price, co-owner of The 25 Boutique B&B in Torquay, Barry Young, Managing Director of Brixham Fish Market, Cameron Mills, Professional Singer & Owner of Cameron Mills Group, Caroline Voaden, MP for South Devon, Cheryl Baxter, Head of Commercial Property at Kitson Boyce, Hannah Needham, Solicitor & member of Wiltshires Babbacombe, Jacqueline Hobson, Enterprise Coordinator at the Devon, Plymouth and Torbay Careers Hub, Maria Moloney-Alvey, Public Health Intelligence Team Lead at Devon County Council, Michael Westcott, Media & Events Mogul in Torbay and co-chairman of Torquay United Football Club, Robbie Savage, co-founder of Rev Comps and Tracey Kennedy, Deputy Manager at Rowcroft’s Totnes shop.
Princess Theatre, Torquay
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.
Princess Theatre, Torquay
