St. James Theatre, Historic theatre in Auckland, New Zealand
The St James Theatre features a grand auditorium with decorative plasterwork, ornate columns, and classical architectural elements spanning multiple levels.
Built in 1928 to replace Fuller's Opera House, the theatre served as both a vaudeville stage and cinema venue until its closure in 2007.
The venue hosted performances by Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell, and Sir Howard Morrison, who performed Te Reo Māori version of musical pieces.
The theatre is undergoing a $30 million restoration project, with contributions from both the government and Auckland Council for completion by 2028.
The building remains one of New Zealand's most complete examples of vaudeville theatre architecture, designed by Henry Eli White.
Location: Auckland Region
Inception: 1928
Official opening: 1928
Address: 314 Queen Street, Auckland
GPS coordinates: -36.85163,174.76453
Latest update: May 23, 2025 14:44
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