Silver Screen Film Club Special: Dr Kevin Dixon & Torbay on Film

Schedule

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

The Royal Lyceum, 27-29 Abbey Road, TQ2 5NQ Torquay, United Kingdom | Torquay, EN

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All Tickets £5.00
Back by popular demand Kevin Dixon returns to the Silver Screen Film Club to introduce our double bill special and history Torbay has played on the Big Screen. Sit back – relax and see the Bay in all its glory.
6pm: The System 6pm
Discover Oliver Reed’s gripping 1960s film The System, a striking portrait of youth culture, rivalry, and romance on the English coast. Oliver Reed delivers a compelling early performance in this stylish drama that captures the spirit and tensions of its era. With evocative seaside settings and a sharp social edge, The System remains a fascinating time capsule of British cinema, offering drama, charm, and energy in equal measure for classic film enthusiasts.
8pm: That Summer!
Experience Ray Winstone in the 1970s coming-of-age drama That Summer!, a raw and atmospheric portrait of youth, friendship, and change on the British coast. Ray Winstone delivers an early standout performance, capturing the intensity and uncertainty of working-class life during the era. With evocative seaside locations and a nostalgic yet gritty tone, the film remains a compelling snapshot of its time. A must-see for fans of classic British cinema and powerful character-driven storytelling.
We recommend those with accessibility issues to consider purchasing tickets at the rear of the auditorium
PLEASE NOTE THAT, OUT OF CONSIDERATION FOR THOSE WHO SHARE OUR SPACE ON A REGULAR BASIS, THE ROYAL LYCEUM IS AN ALCOHOL
FREE THEATRE AND WE ASK THAT PATRONS RESPECT THIS DECISION.
However, we do have the 'So-Bar' selling non-alcoholic beers, ciders and cocktails as well as hot drinks, sweets, snacks and ice cream!
We are proud to partner with our Abbey Road neighbours for this production. Meat 59 will be offering a 10% discount on Pre Theatre meals on the night of your booking. Please book in advance and advise of the discount and present your ticket or evidence of your booking on arrival. Enjoy!
Limited street parking is available but nearest car pars are located - Lower Union Lane TQ2 5PN (Abbey Road Entrance) Levels 1 to 5a (8am to midnight) & Fleet Walk Shopping Centre TQ2 5EA.
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