Welcome on board HMS Pinafore, flagship of Her Majesty's Royal Navy - the perfect place to mock such stalwart institutions as Government, patriotism and even the Great British Class system! No wonder Queen Victoria said of the original production in 1878: "We are NOT amused!" Josephine, the captain's daughter, is in love with Ralph, a common sailor. But her social-climbing father insists that she is to marry Sir Joseph Porter, First Lord of the Admiralty – whose roving eye has already noticed her. The young lovers are caught as they elope from the ship and Ralph is locked in the ship's dungeon. Can revelations made by Buttercup, the dockside vendor, enable everyone to marry their true hearts' loves?
Full to the gunwales with sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless comic opera is performed outdoors by a cast of 6 outstanding performers on a spectacular nautical set, using Sullivan's full score.
Be the first to book – don't miss the chance to experience this performance in a breathtaking venue.
Bring your own seating/rug and suitable clothing.
Woodshed Coffee Bar will be open and serving hot and cold drinks, light refreshments, ice cream, wine and beer or bring a picnic.
Well-behaved dogs on leads are permitted.
Doors Open at 5:30pm, Performance starts at 6:30pm
£10 - £18
Children under 5 FREE
From the Penn Inn Roundabout at Newton Abbot, take the Shaldon Road towards Netherton.
Continue through Netherton and on towards Combeinteignhead. Follow the road through the village, past the Village Hall and continue on the road past the junction by the garage.
Drive past the turning to the Coombe Cellars pub. Hearn Field turn in is about 100 yards further on your left as you leave the village.
Season (20 July 2025) | ||
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Sunday | 18:30 | - 20:30 |
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