Comedy legend John Cleese visited Torquay for the first time in 55 years for the Gala Opening of 'Fawlty Towers - The Play' at the Princess Theatre this evening (Tuesday 14 April).
Torquay is widely known as the inspiration behind the much-loved BBC comedy which 50 years on comes to life on stage holding a special place in the history of Fawlty Towers.
The Princess Theatre, Torquay is proud to announce that Fawlty Towers - The Play has delivered one of the most remarkable weeks in our venue's history, breaking multiple records and writing a new chapter in the story of one of Britain's best-loved comedies.
The production ran from 14–18 April 2026, with the show's writer and creator, John Cleese, personally opening the production on...
