Royal Theatre (Victoria, British Columbia) facts for kids
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The Royal Theatre in Victoria, British Columbia
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| Location | 805 Broughton Street Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1E5 |
| Built | 1913 |
| Original use | Proscenium Arch Theatre intended for Drama and Concert production |
| Current use | Same |
| Architect | William D'Oyly Hamilton Rochfort and Eben W. Sankey |
| Governing body | The Royal and McPherson Theatre Society |
| Website | Official Site: https://www.rmts.bc.ca/royal-theatre |
| Designated | 1987 |
The Royal Theatre is a famous theatre and concert hall in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. It's a special place where you can watch plays, musicals, and concerts.
The theatre was designed in 1912 by two architects, William D'Oyly Hamilton Rochfort and Eben W. Sankey. It first opened its doors in 1913.
Over the years, the Royal Theatre has been used for many different things. For a long time, from 1917 to 1981, it was even a cinema!
In 1972, the cities of Oak Bay, Saanich, and Victoria bought the theatre. Since 1982, it has become one of the best places for touring shows in Canada. It has modern equipment but still keeps its beautiful old style.
In 1987, the Royal Theatre was recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada. This means it's an important building in Canadian history.
Today, the theatre can hold 1,416 people. It's a very popular spot for all kinds of shows. You can see concerts, musicals, and performances by both local and international artists.
Famous Performers at the Royal Theatre
Many well-known artists have performed at the Royal Theatre. Here are some of them:
- Sarah Bernhardt
- Carlos Montoya
- Mikhail Baryshnikov
- Luciano Pavarotti
- Roger Hodgson
- "Weird Al" Yankovic
- Crosby Stills and Nash
- Herbie Hancock
- Jethro Tull (band)
- Mavis Staples
- Hiromi Uehara
- Gregory Porter
- John Cleese
- Chris Cornell
More About Victoria's History
