Must-see entertainment in Devon & Cornwall

Theatre Royal

Plymouth

One of England's largest regional theatres, the Theatre Royal features large-scale touring and homegrown productions on the main stage, the Lyric. Its…

Plaza Cinema

South Cornwall

Owned by local chain WTW, the city's four-screen cinema is a great space to watch films, and is a favourite of renowned UK film critic Mark Kermode (who…

Hall for Cornwall

South Cornwall

In the heart of the city, this is the county's main venue for touring theatre and music. Big-name comedy acts, major touring productions and dance shows…

Bike Shed

Exeter

Emerging writers are profiled in the Bike Shed's rough 'n' ready subterranean, brick-lined performance space. Its vintage cocktail bar makes a hip setting…

Tolmen Centre

South Cornwall

This lively community arts centre is definitely the beating heart of the village, and puts on a surprisingly broad program of live theatre, music, dance…

Exeter Phoenix

Exeter

Exeter's art and soul, the Phoenix is a buzzing blend of indie cinema, a performance space, galleries and a cool cafe-bar (snacks to 7pm).

The House

Plymouth

Bijou performance space run by Plymouth University, which showcases work by emerging writers and performers, and dance pieces.

Plymouth Arts Centre

Plymouth

Combines a cracking independent cinema, modern-art exhibitions and a smart cafe-bar.

Exeter Picturehouse

Exeter

An intimate, independent cinema, screening mainstream and art-house movies.

Guildhall

St Ives

St Ives' concert hall hosts music and theatre, especially during the annual St Ives September Festival.