Theatre Royal

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The Theatre Royal, one of Sydney's premier commercial venues, has played host to a wide range of theatrical entertainment from 'Phantom of the Opera' to 'J

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The Theatre Royal is the oldest theatrical institution in Australia. It first opened as part of the Royal Hotel in George Street in 1832. It lasted 4 years before it burnt down. The name "Royal" then lay dormant ofor over 3 decades until it was attached to an important series of theatre buildings near the corner of Castlereagh & King Streets. Called "The Prince of Wales", it also burnt in 1860. A rebuilt Prince of Wales opened in 1863 but, in 1872, was destroyed by the biggest fire Sydney had ever seen - 26 buildings were completely or partly destroyed.

The theatre was rebuilt in 1875 and renamed the "Theatre Royal". In 1972, the Theatre Royal closed its doors to make way for the MLC Office Tower Building to rear majestically into the sky. The "new" Theatre Royal was rebuilt costing $4 million and was designed by the internationally acclaimed and awarded architect, Harry Seidler. The present Theatre Royal opened om 23 January 1976.

"Set in the heart of Sydney's CBD, Theatre Royal Sydney is one of Australia's most loved cultural institutions and architectural masterpieces, which was designed by Harry Seidler, and has reopened after having undergone a major refurbishment.Theatre Royal Sydney has been transformed to house world class productions from Australia and around the world from major musicals, plays, ballet & live music.Operated by leading global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment, Theatre Royal Sydney is collaborating with leading producers and promoters across our industry networks worldwide to establish a diverse programme of first-class theatre productions."