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State Theatre
뉴사우스웨일스주
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1State Theatre
Welcome to the State Theatre, an opulent sanctuary of fantasy and glamour situated right in the heart of Sydney's busy shopping and business district. As we stand before this grand edifice, you are looking at one of the most…
Listen in the app2The Facade — A Gothic Fantasy
Look up at the exterior of the State Theatre, and you will see a fascinating combination of an office block and an entertainment venue. The facade is a striking mix of Neo-Gothic and Art Deco elements. …
Listen in the app3The Grand Foyer — Entering the Theme Park
As you step inside the foyer, the sensation is often compared to entering a theme park. The scale of the opulence is immediately overwhelming. …
Listen in the app4The Auditorium — The Heart of the Palace
Now, we enter the heart of the theater: the magnificent auditorium. With a seating capacity of approximately two thousand people, this was a massive venue for Sydney when it opened. …
Listen in the app5The Themed Lounges — The Butterfly and Futurist Rooms
One of the most unique aspects of the State Theatre was its array of themed spaces, designed to cater to different tastes and moods. Among the most famous were the separate smoking rooms installed for both gentlemen and ladies. …
Listen in the app6The Orchestra Pit and the Stage — From Vaudeville to Cinema
The stage of the State Theatre has a rich and varied history, reflecting the evolution of entertainment in the 20th century. Originally built as both a movie theater and a vaudeville house, the stage hosted many events beyond…
Listen in the app7The Legend of the Ghosts — A Theatrical Tradition
Like many grand historic theaters, the State is rumored to have its own supernatural residents. There have been several 'odd events' reported over the years that have led many to believe that one or more ghosts haunt the building. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tour of the State Theatre, I hope you have felt even a small portion of the 'glamour and fantasy' that this building has provided for nearly a century. We have explored a 'picture palace' that refused to follow…
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What is State Theatre?
State Theatre is a place in 뉴사우스웨일스주 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 뉴사우스웨일스주 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -33.8710, 151.2074 |
| Last updated |
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