Pavilion Theatre, Art Nouveau theatre in Torquay, England
The Pavilion Theatre features white Doulton Carrara-enamelled stoneware tiles on its exterior and contains multiple entertainment spaces with oak panel decorations throughout the building.
Built on reclaimed sea land in 1911, the theatre began as a project by architect Edward Rogers and was completed by Borough Engineer Henry Augustus Garrett following Rogers' death.
The venue maintained a municipal orchestra and presented numerous theatrical productions, including a 1926 performance of The Farmer's Wife featuring actor Laurence Olivier.
The Grade II listed building stands near the waterfront of Torquay, with multiple public transportation options connecting visitors to the surrounding Torbay region.
The theatre's foundation rests on a concrete raft with a steel framework, specifically engineered to provide stability on land reclaimed from the sea.
Location: Torquay
Location: Torbay
Inception: 1911
Official opening: 1912
Architectural style: Art Nouveau
GPS coordinates: 50.46090,-3.52670
Latest update: April 5, 2025 04:01
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