Sydney Trocadero, Concert hall in George Street, Sydney, Australia
Sydney Trocadero was a concert hall on George Street that served as a dance hall and event space. The building featured a floodlit tower made of Hawkesbury River sandstone and elegant entrance vestibules with marble floors and polished granite walls, accommodating around 2000 people.
The Trocadero opened in 1936 during the recovery from the Great Depression and became a symbol of revival for Sydney. It was closed and demolished in 1971 to make way for a cinema complex.
The resident orchestra performed jazz and swing music under Frank Coughlan's direction at this venue. The All Girl Trocadero Band was a regular attraction that drew audiences interested in this style of entertainment.
The venue could be arranged for various events, from formal dances to fashion shows and exhibitions, making it flexible for different occasions. Visitors should note that this historic site no longer exists, but its architectural legacy is preserved in historical photographs and records.
The Trocadero was a venue of high social standing that attracted leading figures from around the world to its events. Queen Elizabeth II, President Lyndon B Johnson, and Prince Charles were among the prominent guests who attended functions there.
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