Open to all u3a members, our main venue is the Theatre Royal Plymouth. We make block booking of seats for selected shows as early as possible. The theatre holds the seats for us until about four months prior to the scheduled performance, when we have to confirm final numbers and pay for the tickets.
We try to cater for most tastes by booking a mixture of drama, musicals and ballet. Most are booked on a Thursday matinee whenever possible. Members are responsible for their own transport to the theatre and back; there is a bus stop opposite the theatre with regular buses to Tavistock, Yelverton and all points in between.
Tickets for upcoming shows can be signed up and payed for at the monthly meetings, alternatively you can book via email at tavyu3atheatre@gmail.com and pay by cheque. When you book by email Carole will send you her address to send the cheque.
We receive a small discount on ticket prices for a group of ten and a larger discount for a group of twenty or more.
New shows that become available will be added to the calendar below. Click on the “+” to access the details.
For Carole Thompson phone number click here
Events in August 2022–July 2023
- - Fisherman's Friends - The Musical -BOOKING CLOSED
Fisherman's Friends - The Musical -BOOKING CLOSED
Fisherman's Friends - The Musical -BOOKING CLOSED
08-09-2022Fisherman's Friends is based on the true story of a group of Cornish Fisherman who came together to sing their traditional working songs and end up on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury.
Ticket price £43.00
Booking deadline 4th May 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - This Land - CANCELLED
This Land - CANCELLED
This Land - CANCELLED
24-09-2022I am sorry to tell you that I have been informed that This Land, which some of us were due to attend this September at the Theatre Royal, has been cancelled. The explanation I received from the Theatre is as follows:
'In recent weeks we have explored, in depth, with the Wampanoag community and with the originating creative team, whether This Land is the right play for a changed world. We have reached a collective conclusion that the production as it was originally conceived is no longer the story we wish to tell. TRP and the Wampanoag community will instead embark on a new co-creation journey that will provide a platform for the Wampanoag to tell their stories in their own ways, presented with our support in Plymouth UK and in Massachusetts, USA.
Plans on how we do this are starting to be formed and we will be in touch to let you know full details in due course,'
Originally due to be shown in June 2020 This Land told the story of Mayflower's journey, its impact upon arrival in America and our collective experience of a global pandemic 400 years later. What happened then and what does it mean to us now? With text by Nick Stimson, the music written and performed by Seth Lakeman.
Ticket price £15.00
Booking deadline 4th May 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - Coppélia by Sir Peter Wright - BOOKING CLOSED
Coppélia by Sir Peter Wright - BOOKING CLOSED
Coppélia by Sir Peter Wright - BOOKING CLOSED
06-10-2022Coppélia performed by the Birmingham Royal Ballet
Love conquers all in Sir Peter Wright’s joyous classic brought back to the stage by Birmingham Royal Ballet for the first time in five years, with Léo Delibes’ glorious score performed live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia.
When eccentric toymaker Dr Coppélius leaves his greatest creation, the doll Coppélia, on his workshop balcony, she’s soon causing quite a stir in the village. Comic chaos is unleashed as Dr Coppélius tries to bring Coppélia to life in this timeless classic.
Ticket price £32.00
Booking deadline 1st June 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty - BOOKING CLOSED
Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty - BOOKING CLOSED
Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty - BOOKING CLOSED
17-11-2022Matthew Bourne, British choreographer and dancer noted for his uniquely updated interpretations of traditional ballet repertoire brings you Sleeping Beauty.
"Enter a wondrous world of magical fairies and vampires, where the timeless tale of good vs evil is turned upside-down, creating a supernatural love story that even the passage of time itself cannot hinder. Will Princess Aurora ever find her true love again?
With an unforgettable score, sumptuous sets and costumes, evocative lighting and masterly storytelling, the beloved fairy tale is brought to life by the uniquely talented New Adventures company. Get ready to be transported in time from the halcyon days of the late Edwardian era through to the modern day in this dazzling gothic romance."
Ticket price £27.00
Booking deadline 6th July 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - The Commitments
The Commitments
The Commitments
26-01-2023The Commitments is a fantastically feel good celebration of soul based on the BAFTA award-winning film classic.
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Ticket price £32.00
Booking deadline 5th October 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - Strictly Ballroom - The Musical
Strictly Ballroom - The Musical
Strictly Ballroom - The Musical
02-02-2023Based on Baz Luhrmann's award-winning worldwide film phenomenon, Strictly Ballroom: The Musical is heading out on a new UK tour starring Strictly Come Dancing favourite Kevin Clifton and BBC's Eastenders Maisie Smith. It is directed and co-choreographed by Britain's best loved judge, Craig Revel Horwood.
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Ticket price £32.00
Booking deadline 2nd November 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - An Inspector Calls
An Inspector Calls
An Inspector Calls
09-03-2023Stephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's classic thriller returns. Winner of 19 major awards and hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, An Inspector Calls has thrilled more than 5 million theatregoers worldwide.
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Ticket price £26.00
Booking deadline 5th October 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
23-03-2023AGATHA CHRISTIE’S THE MOUSETRAP is the world’s longest-running play. This thrilling West End production is THE genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selling novelist of all time… case closed!
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Ticket price £34.00
Booking deadline 7th December 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
20-04-2023The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is a joyous comedy about taking risks, finding love and embracing second chances, even in the most surprising of places.
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Ticket price £26.00
Booking deadline 7th December 2022
Theatre Royal Plymouth - - The Magic Flute
The Magic Flute
The Magic Flute
27-05-2023The Magic Flute is an opera for all ages, with a reputation for being the perfect first opera. Welsh National Opera’s new production takes this enchanting fairy-tale and gives it a modern twist. Set in a world of fantasy, feast your eyes on vibrant sets and costumes accompanied by Mozart’s sublime music and a witty story.
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Ticket price £38.00
Booking deadline 1st February 2023
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