Local Government
Swan
Region
Metropolitan
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Location
163 James St Guildford
Location Details
Municipal Inventory No: 263
Other Name(s)
Geoff's Smash Repairs
Construction Date
Constructed from 1896
Demolition Year
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Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 30 Aug 2017 | Category 4 |
Category 4 |
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| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 10 Jul 1996 | Some Significance |
Some Significance |
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Statement of Significance
A purpose built theatre/hall in Guildford. The building forms part of the remnant building stock which made up the historic town's fabric.
Physical Description
The former Vaudeville Theatre was built from corrugated iron and timber c.1896. The theatre is now used as a commercial premises.
History
The Vaudeville Theatre was built for Mr G. Hiscox, the former owner of the Guildford Hotel. The theatre was a major social venue in the town. Concerts and dances were regularly held. Gilbert & Sullivan productions and Negro minstrel shows were held in the early 20th century. The Hiscox's organised many balls in the theatre hall.
The King's of 61 Helena Street were instrumental in setting up the picture theatre. Wilson's Picture Theatre ran silent movies with Mrs C. Gillon and later Pladey Headry on the piano. The open air picture theatre was on the west side of the hall.
After the construction of the St Matthew's Church Hall, the Vaudeville Theatre was still used for many functions because of its size and floor. Following the outbreak of WWI it was used for many fund raising activities. The Ugly Men's Association ran an unusual music eisteddfod. Funds raised were used to assist widows and children of soldiers.
Integrity/Authenticity
Fair
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | INDUSTRIAL\MANUFACTURING | Other |
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Theatre or Cinema |
Creation Date
29 Nov 1999Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
25 Oct 2017Disclaimer
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