Regal Theatre

This article is about a theater in Perth, Western Australia. For other uses, see Regal Theater.
Not to be confused with Regal Theaters.
Regal Theatre

Regal Theatre, cnr Hay Street and Rokeby Road
General information
Architectural style Art Deco
Address 474 Hay Street
Town or city Subiaco
Country Australia
Coordinates 31°56′49″S 115°49′26″E / 31.9469°S 115.8238°E / -31.9469; 115.8238Coordinates: 31°56′49″S 115°49′26″E / 31.9469°S 115.8238°E / -31.9469; 115.8238
Construction started 1936
Inaugurated 27 April 1938
Client Coade and A.T. Hewitt
Landlord Baker Trust
Design and construction
Architect William G. Bennett
Website
www.regaltheatre.com.au

The Regal Theatre is a theatre located in the suburb of Subiaco in Perth, Western Australia. The theatre was named for King George VI who, at the time, had taken up the throne. It was originally a theatre for films, but in 1977 the Regal was converted into a live theatre. It is one of the few remaining theatres in Perth.

Opening night

The Regal Theatre's opening night was on 27 April 1938 with the film Love Under Fire.

Venue

The Regal Theatre is suited to all forms of theatre including stage shows, concerts, comedies, operas, film festivals and rock shows. The seating capacity is 1074 people.

Facilities

Past performances

There have been many performances at the Regal Theatre, some are listed below

Further reading

External links

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