About Her Majesty's Theatre
Her Majesty's Theatre is a heritage-listed performing arts theatre located at 219 Exhibition Street in Melbourne's central business district, Victoria. Originally opened in 1886 as the Alexandra Theatre and rebuilt in 1934 in Art Deco style, it is one of Australia's oldest and most significant theatres. Operated by Marriner Group, it hosts large-scale musicals, ballet, opera and concerts, and is noted for its historic facade, ornate interior and central CBD location.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a grand heritage theatre in the Melbourne CBD with an Art Deco auditorium seating around 1,700 people. Inside are tiered seating across stalls, dress circle and balcony, ornate foyer areas, bars and heritage detailing. The venue hosts touring musicals, ballet, opera and concerts. Visits are typically for ticketed performances in the evening, with the exterior facade and Exhibition Street location accessible during the day.
Key highlights
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Heritage-listed theatre originally opened in 1886 as the Alexandra Theatre
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1934 Art Deco rebuilding by architect Charles N. Hollinshed
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1,700-seat auditorium hosting major musicals, ballet and opera
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Central CBD location on Exhibition Street near Parliament precinct
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Operated by Marriner Group as part of Melbourne's East End Theatre District
History of Her Majesty's Theatre
Opened in 1886 as the Alexandra Theatre, renamed Her Majesty's Theatre in 1900. The original building was largely destroyed by fire and rebuilt and reopened in 1934 to a design by architect Charles N. Hollinshed in Art Deco style. It is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register and is one of Australia's oldest continuously operating theatre sites, associated with the development of professional theatre in Melbourne.
Culture & Context
A major venue in Melbourne's East End Theatre District and a leading presenter of large-scale musical theatre, Australian and international ballet and opera. Operated by the Marriner Group, it plays a central role in Victoria's performing arts culture and retains significant Art Deco architectural and social heritage value.
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