Theatre Royal, Hobart, Georgian theatre in Hobart, Australia
Theatre Royal is a theatre in Hobart, Australia, built in 1837 in Georgian architectural style with red velvet seating and a crystal chandelier inside. The building retains its original design elements and accommodates approximately 698 spectators in its main performance space.
Architect John Lee Archer designed the building in 1834 after Peter Degraves and local citizens purchased land for a public theatre. It opened in 1837 and has operated continuously since then.
The theatre's name honours Queen Victoria's 1837 coronation, though it was first called the Royal Victoria Theatre. Since 1994 it has run a subscription season, and its annual program covers live theatre, contemporary music, dance and entertainment. International performers from Marcel Marceau to Peter Ustinov have appeared on its stage.
The venue holds approximately 698 spectators and offers virtual tours for those unable to visit in person. Gift vouchers are available for visitors interested in purchasing a memento or gifting a theatre experience.
The building is the oldest continually operating theatre in Australia and is said to house the ghost of a former actor named Fred. Local lore tells that Fred died in a fight that took place within the building.
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