70 mins |
Rated
E
Devonport writer Vivienne Lingard will offer tours and audio-visual presentations on the intriguing history of the Victoria Theatre, Devonport. Built in 1912, The Vic is the oldest purpose-built cinema in the Southern Hemisphere. Its rich story encompasses a broad cinematic life: from the romance of silent movies, a conversion to Art Deco ‘talkie’ cinema, struggles through the depression years and its continuing through modern-day challenges.
We will reveal the inner workings of the old cinema, describe its architectural styles and the renovations it has undergone over the years.
We will share the Vic’s triumphs, tribulations and the inspiring community fight to keep the theatre alive.
We offer two options: 1) a tour plus audio-visual presentation, or 2) a presentation only. This event is Option 1.
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Devonport writer Vivienne Lingard will offer tours and audio-visual presentations on the intriguing history of the Victoria Theatre, Devonport. Built in 1912, The Vic is the oldest purpose-built cinema in the Southern Hemisphere. Its rich story encompasses a broad cinematic life: from the romance of silent movies, a conversion to Art Deco ‘talkie’ cinema, struggles through the depression years and its continuing through modern-day challenges.
We will reveal the inner workings of the old cinema, describe its architectural styles and the renovations it has undergone over the years.
We will share the Vic’s triumphs, tribulations and the inspiring community fight to keep the theatre alive.
We offer two options: 1) a tour plus audio-visual presentation, or 2) a presentation only. This event is Option 1.