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Playing Launceston:
the Princess Theatre
Turns 100
Community Engagement (2009-10) Report
October 2010
Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 3
The Community Engagement Grant ......................................................................................... 3
Oral History Workshop .................................................................................................................. 4
Thematic Interpretation Workshop ......................................................................................... 5
Appendix 1: Community Engagement Project Grant Proposal Document ................ 7
Appendix 2: Thematic Interpretation Workshop Outcomes Report ........................ 14
Appendix 3: Report on Research Findings Compiled by Danielle Grossman,
18/12/2008 .................................................................................................................................... 20
Appendix 4: Notes on Oral History Workshop .................................................................. 28
Appendix 5: Draft of Historical Timeline for the Princess Theatre ........................... 33
Appendix 6: Princess Theatre – Brief history and references to building
alterations…………………………………………………………………………………………………….38
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Introduction
Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre Turns 100 was a community engagement
project undertaken by the Launceston Theatre Project research team (LTP) of the
Faculty of Arts, University of Tasmania.1
The Princess Theatre has been at the centre of the unique and vibrant theatre
culture of Launceston for much of the city’s history, and is a significant cultural
landmark for the city and the state of Tasmania. Playing Launceston: The Princess
Theatre turns 100 is the first stage of an ongoing research project focusing on the
rich theatre culture of Launceston. The broader research project (Launceston
Theatre Project) aims to investigate how historical developments and the
contemporary theatre scene in Launceston have been shaped by social, economic,
and political forces and how the performance culture of this region has expressed
understandings of place, identity, and community.
Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre Turns 100 involved collaboration between
the LTP, Theatre North, the Launceston City Council, and the Launceston theatre
community. It has contributed to a proposed publication of the history of the
Princess Theatre to be undertaken by Theatre North.
The Community Engagement Grant
Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre Turns 100 was funded in part by a UTAS
Community Engagement Grant of $6000. Prior to the award of this amount the LTP
had been provided with $5000 from the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and
Provost, and $5000 from the Launceston City Council as seeding grants for the
broader Launceston Theatre project.
1 Dr Robert Clarke, Ms Danielle Grossman (research assistant), Mr Peter Hammond, Dr Barbara Hatley, Dr Stuart King Mr
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Robert Lewis, Dr Helen Trenos.
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Under the terms of the grant proposal (see Appendix 1) the Princess Theatre Project
involved members of the LTP undertaking research to contribute to Theatre North’s
publication of a short commemorative history.
The key outcomes for the purpose of the Community Engagement Grant, as stated in
the proposal document, have been achieved within the specified timeline:
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comprehensive scoping, identification and collection of information and
materials on The Princess Theatre;
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interviews from key subjects who have been and continue to be part of
the Princess Theatre community have been scheduled and are ongoing;
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materials for a publication on the history of the Princess Theatre have
been provided to Theatre North.
The grant enabled the employment of a Project Research Assistant. Ms Danielle
Grossman was employed to undertake this role. Her duties included:
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Creating a database of archival source materials and contact details of
relevant organizations and individuals;
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Undertaking literature survey of primary and secondary source materials;
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Liaising with key partners to identify significant historical materials and
memorabilia;
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Locating subjects for oral histories and transcribing interviews;
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Contributing to funding applications in support of Princess Theatre history
publication.
Oral History Workshop
To facilitate the conduct of oral interviews with relevant associates of the Princess
Theatre, and other members of the Launceston Theatre Community, the LTP
undertook a day-long workshop in oral-history interviewing techniques with local
historian Jill Cassidy (President of the Tasmanian Branch of the Oral History
Association of Australia) on Monday 23 November 2009.
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This was a successful event and provided project members with valuable information
and guidance towards the conduct of oral interviews, as well as an opportunity to
reflect on the skills they already have.
Notes compiled by Danielle Grossman are included in Appendix 4
Thematic Interpretation Workshop
During discussion between members of the LTP, the LCC and Theatre North in
November, it was suggested by Ms Becky Shrimpton of the LCC that a Thematic
Interpretation Workshop could be a valuable initiative in order to facilitate the
research and proposed publication.
The purpose of the workshop was to use world best practice communications
methodology, Thematic Interpretation, to:
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establish the direction for development of the proposed book; and
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identify a foundation on which the project group can base its research
The workshop was facilitated by Anna Housego, Consultant, who has trained and
worked with Prof. Sam Ham, who pioneered Thematic Interpretation and is Director
of the Centre for International Training and Outreach at the University of Idaho.
Anna co-authored the Tasmanian Thematic Interpretation Manual in 2003, in
conjunction with Prof. Ham and Prof. Betty Weiler, head of tourism at Monash
University.
Thematic Interpretation—sometimes referred to as Thematic Communication-focuses on the identification of central ideas (themes) that set the direction for
communication that is meaningful, memorable and in some cases, leads to
behavioural change.
While the workshop was held specifically to facilitate the goals of the Playing
Launceston: the Princess Turns 100 Project, it was open to other members of UTas
staff. Key UTAS partners, the Launceston City Council and Theatre North, were also
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invited to send staff interested in learning more about Thematic Interpretation
methodologies. The final group of participants included Robert Clarke, Helen Trenos,
Barbara Hatley, Peter Hammond, and Danielle Grossman (LTP); Angela Sparrow
(UTas); Robyn Lohrey (Theatre North); Becky Shrimpton (LCC); and David Henty, an
active member of the Launceston Theatre community.
Subsequent to the workshop, Ann Housego provided the LTP with a report on the
Workshop and its outcomes (see Appendix 2).
The Workshop assisted the group in identifying some major themes which assisted in
focusing research and establishing target audiences for the eventual publication.
These themes are:
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The Princess Theatre has survived against the odds, reinventing itself to
keep pace with contemporary community expectations and theatre
practices.
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The Princess Theatre has informed and inspired Launceston’s identity and
lifestyle and is a cornerstone of the city’s heart and soul.
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The Princess Theatre has been and continues to be a powerhouse of
creative activity, nurturing new generations and providing a launching pad
for many theatrical careers.
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On and off the stage, the Princess Theatre has always been a place
where the full range of human emotion is expressed and lived.
Following the Workshop, members of the LTP met to reflect on the success and
outcomes of the event. Generally it was agreed that the event had been extremely
useful in clarifying and concretizing a number of significant ideas and themes in
relation to the Project. Members agreed that the themes that were developed
usefully informed specific research questions to guide the Princess Theatre Project.
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Appendix 1: Community Engagement
Project Grant Proposal Document
2009 UTAS Community Engagement Grant
Applicants:
Dr Robert Clarke (School of English)
&
Dr Helen Trenos (School of Visual & Performing Arts)
June 2009
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Part 1: Project Outline
Part 2: Budget & Timeline
Part 3: Statement of support: Mr Peter Hammond (acting Head of School,
SVPA)
Part 4: Letter of support from community partner: Ms Robin Lohrey (General
Manager, Theatre North
Part One: Outline of Project
I. Project Title: Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre turns 100
II. Project Description:
UTAS will collaborate with Theatre North toward developing a history of the
Princess Theatre, which celebrates its centenary in 2011. The Princess Theatre
has been at the centre of the unique and vibrant theatre culture of Launceston
for much of the city’s history and is a significant cultural landmark for the city
and the state. This project will contribute to the publication of a short history of
the Princess Theatre to coincide with its centenary celebrations.
III. Project Participants:
UTAS:
 Dr Robert Clarke: Lecturer Faculty of Arts, English
[email protected]
 Mr Peter Hammond: Lecturer and acting Head of School, School of Visual &
Performing Arts [email protected]
 Professor Emeritus Barbara Hatley: School of Asian Languages and Studies
[email protected]
 Mr Stuart King: Lecturer, School of Architecture & Design
[email protected]
 Mr Robert Lewis: Lecturer, School of Visual & Performing Arts
[email protected]
 Dr Helen Trenos: Lecturer, School of Visual & Performing Arts
[email protected]
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Theatre North:
 Ms Robin Lohrey: General Manager [email protected]
IV. Beneficial Outcomes:
1. Productive research outcomes
There will be two main research outcomes:
 Firstly, this engagement project will result in comprehensive scoping,
identification and collection of information and materials on one of
Launceston’s most significant cultural institutions: The Princess Theatre.
 Secondly, it will collect interviews from key subjects who have been and
continue to be part of the Princess Theatre community
2. Contributing to regional economic growth and linking with the community and
the world
This material will contribute to the creation of a publication on the history of the
Princess Theatre to coincide with its centenary celebrations. In addition to being
produced for a local ‘audience’, this publication will be designed as a souvenir
appropriate for national and international tourist markets. In this way, the
project has the capability of taking Launceston and part of its unique theatre
history to the world.
3. Social capital development and developing of cultural and intellectual assets for
the community
Benefits for Launceston are significant: recognizing the social and cultural value
of institutions such as the Princess Theatre will generate social capital and help
to bring out what defines this city. Above all, the research outputs produced by
Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre turns 100 will make a significant
contribution to the development of this community’s cultural and intellectual
assets—bringing to light important archival material and ‘stories’.
At a time when Launceston looks to promote itself as a cultural tourism destination and
as the University strengthens its commitment to community engagement and to
investigating the potential of educational tourism, a partnership project such as this has
the potential to contribute to regional development.
V. Contribution to EDGE2:
Through its cross-disciplinary, inter-school approach, Playing Launceston: The
Princess Theatre turns 100 builds on UTAS ‘research strengths’. The project aims to
strengthen and ‘deepen the level of commitment’ and engagement with our
performing arts communities and, beyond this, elicit what is distinctive about
Launceston: its vibrant and unique performing arts culture.
VI. Intended engagement outcomes:
Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre turns 100 is the vital first stage of an
ongoing research project focussing on the unique and rich theatre culture of
Launceston. The broader research project (Playing Launceston) aims to investigate
how historical developments and the contemporary theatre scene in Launceston
have been shaped by social, economic and political forces and how the
performance culture of this region has expressed understandings of place, identity
and community.
For a city of its population, Launceston has an extremely diverse and vibrant
theatre community which has inspired many, notably luminaries such as
choreographer Graeme Murphy and composer Peter Sculthorpe. However, despite
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individual attempts to document Launceston’s theatre communities and their
cultures, to date, no comprehensive documentation has been undertaken. This
makes the proposed project unique.
We will work with local partners such as the Launceston City Council, the Queen
Victoria Museum and Art Gallery and local theatre groups. As a first step to
informing and enthusing the Launceston theatre community, we have scheduled
an event (‘The Launceston Theatre Gathering’) for August 22nd 2009. At the
‘Gathering’, theatre groups and prominent individuals within the Launceston
theatre community will be invited to share their stories and experiences.
The outcome of Playing Launceston: The Princess Theatre turns 100 will contribute
to a publication of the history of the Princess Theatre. Funding to facilitate this
publication will be sought from various sources including the Tasmanian
Community Fund in 2009. Funding for Playing Launceston will be sought also
through the Australian Research Council Linkage Grant scheme in 2010.
VII. UTAS’ ongoing practice:
This project will contribute to the University’s ongoing commitment of
engagement with the local communities of Tasmania by partnering with local
theatre groups, the Launceston City Council and heritage organizations. It will
build upon the distinct qualities of the relationship between the University and the
Launceston theatre community, particularly in regard to the long and vital history
of the University as a training institution for emerging performing artists and as a
supporter of local theatre activities through the ongoing interaction between SVPA
staff & students and the local community.
Part 2:
Budget proposal and timeframe:
Project costs
Amount
($AUD)
Research Assistant
11,146
CRA2 @ 250 hours
Equipment
Cash contributions:
Launceston City
Council
In-kind
contributions:
Faculty of Arts:
Clarke 0.08 FTE
Trenos 0.08 FTE
Justification
Essential duties:
Create a database of archival source materials & contact details of
relevant organisations and individuals;
Undertake literature survey of primary and secondary source
materials;
Liaise with key partners to identify significant historical materials
and memorabilia;
Locate subjects for oral histories and transcribe interviews;
Assist in drafting funding applications to support Princess Theatre
history publication.
1,750
External hard drive for RA;
Audio-visual hire for interviews.
5,000
Agreement made: June 4th 2009 (ref: Ms Anna Stephenson (Manager
Economic Development): [email protected]
10,136
10,136
Staff overload:
Conduct interviews with identified local informants and
organizations;
Review & organise the collected materials for the purpose of
developing a publication on the history of the Princess Theatre;
Maintain relationship with community partners.
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Theatre North:
Office space and
equipment
Consumables
Staff Time: General
Manager
Staff Time: Marketing
Manager
Sub-total in-kind:
Total Project costs:
Total requested
(i.e. total project costs
minus in-kind
contribution minus cash
contribution)
Timeline
Aug 2009
Sept 2009
Sept-Dec
2009
Jan-Feb 2010
March-Apr
2010
June 2010
2,585
200
5,000
1,175
29233
42129
7,896
Commence Project
 Employ RA
 Literature survey of primary and secondary source materials
 Locate subjects for oral histories
 Commence database (archival source materials and inventory of
organizations and individuals)
 Conduct interviews with identified community partners.
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Complete literature survey & database
Complete inventory of subjects for oral histories
Transcribe interviews
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Project completed
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School of Visual and Performing Arts
Locked Bag 1362
Launceston
Tasmania 7250
Ph: (03) 6324 4442
ABN 30 764 374 782
Community Engagement Fund
LETTER OF SUPPORT
Monday 15. June 2009
The Playing Launceston project is an ideal example of harvesting collective intelligence
through the collaborative benefits generated by scholars engaging with community
partners.
Such a confluence of research and community activity is an affirmation and celebration of
learning institutions and local businesses working together to mutual benefit. University
research effort is enhanced through social engagement. In this instance the Playing
Launceston project is an investment with potential long-term social, cultural and economic
benefits to the community. Launceston’s reputation as an energetic cultural arts
environment will be celebrated and marked through the proposed publication. The outcome
links researchers in universities, local government and the broader Northern arts
community.
This publication will become a valuable primary research resource as the plethora of
performances and performing companies that have visited the Princess Theatre are
testimony to the interconnectedness of artists, creative collaborations, places,
organizations, practices and responses that converged around this live performance venue.
To this end the publication will authenticate Launceston’s performing arts history and the
pivotal role played by the Princess Theatre as the major live performance venue in the
North of the state. It will also allow public access to reliable information on live
performance in Launceston.
Performance and theatre history cannot only be measured by material traces. The
relationship(s) developed between the individual participants and the institution of theatre
also signify the importance of history. To this extent the gathering of verbatim accounts, as
experienced by key players, is a vital component of such an investigation: personal
testimony adds veracity and authentication to factual data.
The Playing Launceston project is indeed an exciting prospect and its outcomes promise to
add greater understanding of what it means to live in a community with such a rich history.
Peter Hammond
Acting Head of School
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Workshop Outcomes Report
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Appendix 3: Report on Research
Findings Compiled by Danielle
Grossman, 18/12/2009
Princess Theatre Centenary Publication
Report on Research findings as of 18/12/2009
To date, I have been collating an archival database, listing material held by the
Princess Theatre and the Community History Centre, Queen Victoria Museum and Art
Gallery (QVMAG) relating to the history of the Princess Theatre. Please see below, a
description of the information I have found.
In addition to the archival database, I have created a table from the Launceston City
Council Assessment Rolls, detailing Princess Theatre owner and occupier details
between 1911 and 1957. I have also been working on a timeline of events, which
includes specific historical information relating to the Princess Theatre, Launceston’s
general theatre history, and the general history of Launceston since settlement in
1806.
Princess Theatre
Architectural Drawings: There are approximately 30 architectural drawings at the
Princess Theatre, most of which seem to be in original format. Of particular interest,
are some copies of architectural drawings of the 1911 building design. These
drawings detail the longitudinal section, circle plan, basement plan, Brisbane Street
elevation, cross section through the auditorium and stage, and the ground plan. None
of the drawings are dated, but they are titled New Princess Theatre, Brisbane Street,
Launceston, for M. Lucas, ESQ, so are most likely from early 1911. I have not been able
to find the original source of these drawings. After checking with the Launceston City
Council Properties department they informed me that the copies at the Princess
Theatre might be our most original source. The remainder of the architectural
drawings at the Princess Theatre range in date from 1965 to 1980, as well as a couple
of drawings of the Earl Arts Centre dated 1993.
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Max Oldaker Material: The Max Oldaker memorial room at the Princess Theatre
contains a display case (including the cupboards underneath) of items relating to Max
Oldaker. These include photographs, certificates, newspaper articles, posters, small
objects and programmes as well as three framed photographs/portrait on the wall.
The Launceston Library also has a collection of Max Oldaker material, as does the
National Archives of Australia, Canberra.
Miscellaneous Items: There is an invitation to the official re-opening of the Princess
Theatre on November 17, 1970, as well as an entrée card for the gala opening. There
is a file of original correspondence relating to film dispatches, dated between
December 1957 and May 1958. On the wall in the Princess Theatre foyer is a portrait
of Margot Fonteyn and her signed ballet slippers.
Programmes: There are over 50 original programmes at the Princess Theatre which
range in date from 1970 to 2000, but there are quite a few that don’t show the year.
There are three copies of the Princess Theatre re-opening night programme in 1970,
at which the Australian Ballet performed.
30th Birthday Celebration material: In the year 2000, the Princess Theatre
celebrated 30 years as a live theatre venue since its purchase by the Launceston City
Council in 1970. For the celebrations, copies of newspaper articles and photographs
were collected for display boards. Most of the photographs are copies of originals
which are held at QVMAG, apart from 7 coloured photographs taken of the re-opening
night in 1970.
Community History Centre, QVMAG
Architectural Drawings: The Library Department of the QVMAG (adjacent to the
Community History Centre) holds 8 architectural drawings relating to the Princess
Theatre, 3 of which are engineering drawings or blue prints. One is the original
drawing of the 1911 drainage plan of the Princess Theatre for Marino Lucas, with an
attached notice of J&T Gunn’s intention to erect the theatre (there are copies of these
at the Princess Theatre). The remaining drawings are dated 1939 and show the art
deco changes that were made to the building.
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Community History Series: The Museums’ Community History Series of
records contains over 100 different collections of personal papers, community
organisations and business records, relating predominately to Northern Tasmania.
One such collection is the Gunns Limited Collection, CHS 39. J & T Gunn built the
Princess Theatre in 1911 and was commissioned to do the alterations in 1939 and
1970.
Gunns Limited Collection, CHS 39: The Gunns Limited Collection contains a variety
of material including private journals, deed books and account books. I checked all of
the relevant items within the 1911, 1939 and 1970 date range, but unfortunately
there were not many references to the Princess Theatre in this collection. There is a
1939 reference to the theatre in an accounts ledger, a scrapbook of newspaper
cuttings which mentions the Princess Theatre because it was across the road from the
Gunn’s office building in Brisbane Street which burnt down, and a list of newspaper
references that mention the Princess Theatre, which was compiled by Brendan Lyons
for his book, All Gunns Blazing.
Launceston City Council (LCC) Correspondence Files: This is a large
collection of material that begins in 1853 when the municipality of Launceston was
formed. The early years of correspondence files are separated into series 1, 2, and 3,
based on specific date ranges. The dates of the Princess Theatre fall into the LCC 2
and LCC 3 series of correspondence files.
LCC 2 Correspondence Files, Alphabetical System 1907-1922: Despite the
Princess Theatre being privately owned during this period I have found a couple of
references in this series. In particular I have been looking for LCC references (I have
found newspaper references) to the opening night in 1911, which was opened by
Mayor Oldham and attended by Alderman, but I haven’t found any as yet. In the
‘Sunday Entertainment’ file of 1915 there is correspondence between January and
December, relating to the ‘Peoples Sacred Lantern Service’ which was held at the
Princess Theatre, during the year. I still have a few LCC 2 files to look through, so will
hopefully find some more references to the theatre in this early date range.
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LCC 3 Correspondence Files, Two Number System, 1922-1975: This series of files
is quite extensive. There were approximately 26 large files relating to the Princess
Theatre, dating between 1968 and 1975. Most of the content is of an administrative
nature, but includes references to building alterations, hirings, staff, and newspaper
cuttings. There are a couple of files relating to the sale of the National Theatre and
the purchase of the Princess Theatre, as well as the re-opening of the Princess
Theatre in 1970. Note: This collection of material is in the process of being moved to
the Archives Office of Tasmania, Hobart.
LCC 5, Letterbooks and Related Indexes: In a letterbook dated 1911-1923 I have
found some correspondence from the Town Clerk and the Chief Health Officer to Mr
M. Lucas explaining that the Princess Theatre license is provisionally approved
providing the aisles of the pit are widened. There were no other references to the
Princess Theatre is this series.
LCC 7, Newspaper Cuttings and Scrapbooks, 1856-1989: I found two newspaper
references to the Princess Theatre in the scrapbook dated 1909-1911. The two
articles are prior to the official opening, dated the 10th and 26th of August. There
were no other references to the Princess Theatre is this series.
LCC 8, Mayors’ Valedictory Addresses and Other Reports: In this series I have
looked through the Annual Departmental Reports, the Annual Report of the City
Architect and Building Surveyor, and the Mayor’s Valedictory Addresses in the
relevant date ranges. In the City Architect and Building Surveyor reports between
1970 and 1982 (some years are missing) there is usually a brief paragraph about the
Princess Theatre explaining the maintenance works that have occurred throughout
the year. The Mayor’s Valedictory Address 1969-1970 is particularly informative
about the Princess Theatre re-opening night, and includes some nice photographs.
LCC 22, Administrator of Theatres Files, 1971-1996: This collection includes some
files relating to the Princess Theatre of a general administrative nature, however
most of the files are records of hirings by particular artists and organisations. This
collection provides insight into the many performances held at the Princess Theatre,
including local, interstate and international acts, but it doesn’t appear to be a
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complete listing. These files contain mostly hiring agreements and schedules. There
is a small amount of correspondence, but unfortunately very little ephemera. Note:
These files are in the process of being moved to the Archives Office of Tasmania,
Hobart.
Manuscript Collection: The Community History Centre has a collection of
manuscript items which is separate from the Community History Series. Relevant to
the Princess Theatre is the Alex Lithgow Collection, posters of performances at the
Princess Theatre and a Princess Theatre programme, dated 1915.
Alexander Frame Lithgow Collection: This collection contains original music
scores by Alex Lithgow, newspaper cuttings, and a small number of programmes with
accompanying biographical information about Alex Lithgow. There is also
correspondence from Pat Ward, the granddaughter of Alex Lithgow, who wrote a
book about her grandfather. Alex Lithgow used to conduct the orchestra for the silent
films at the Princess Theatre, and therefore the music scores are quite a special find.
One is titled Suite: At the Movies, and includes a garden or ball scene, a love scene, a
dramatic scene and a race scene. At my next visit to Community History I will
describe this collection in more detail.
Posters: To date I have described approximately 28 posters at the Community
History Centre, but there are quite a few more to list. Most are part of a donation by
Rex Johnson, the former manager of the Princess Theatre. Unfortunately very few
have the year written on them, but all would be post 1970.
Programme: The Community History Centre has an original programme of The New
Princess Theatre, dated the week ending 3rd February 1915. Alex F. Lithgow is listed
as the conductor of the orchestra. There is quite a variety of films listed.
Photographic Collection: The Community History Centre has approximately 26
photographs that relate to the Princess Theatre. The most common content is the
exterior of the theatre, the interior, and advertisements for films showing at the
Princess Theatre, predominantly on the side of cars. The majority of the photographs
date between the 1930s-1940s, and the 1970s.
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Future Research
Community History Centre, QVMAG: I will probably need to spend one more day at
the Community History Centre. I will finish listing the posters, the Alex Lithgow
material, check the oral history collection for any transcripts of relevant interviews,
search for photographs of Alex Lithgow, Max Oldaker and Peter Sculthorpe, check
through the remaining LCC 2 files, and look through the news cuttings files on the
Princess Theatre and Brisbane Street.
Launceston Library: After finishing at Community History I will visit the Launceston
Library. I will search the newspapers on microfilm, particularly in the date range of
1911-1950s. I will also check the library’s architectural drawings, photographic and
Max Oldaker collections. The Library also have Ode to a Happy Occasion by Peter
Sculthorpe, which was performed at the re-opening night of the Princess Theatre in
1970, and later donated to the library.
Archives Office of Tasmania (AOT), Hobart: According to the AOT online database
there are 6 items relating to the Princess Theatre in their collections, including some
architectural drawings. I will most likely visit the archives in the New Year to
describe these items.
Interviews: Interviews with key people involved with the Princess Theatre will take
place in early 2010. Of particular interest will be former staff of the Princess Theatre
and Tony Lucas, the grandson of Marino Lucas, who built the Princess Theatre. I have
not been able to find a lot of information about Marino Lucas to date, so I am hoping
that his family might have some photographs or information that could provide a few
leads.
Other: Throughout its history the Princess Theatre has been occupied by the
following cinemas: Spencer’s Pictures Limited, Union Theatres, Greater Union
Theatres, Hoyts and the National Theatres Corporation. I am currently trying to find
any archives for these companies. I have found a reference to a list of records at the
State Library of South Australia titled Greater Union Organisation 1923-1983 which I
will follow up on, as there may be a reference to the Princess Theatre in this
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collection. The National Archives also contains two films titled Son’s of the Anzacs
which were dispatched via Greater Union Theatres for screenings in Launceston and
Hobart, dated 1944-45.
Literary Database: Once the archival database is complete I will compile a list of
literary resources relevant to the Princess Theatre and Launceston’s general theatre
culture.
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Appendix 4: Notes on Oral History
Workshop
Oral History Workshop Notes – Monday 23rd November 2009
with Jill Cassidy, Oral Historian and President of the
Tasmanian Branch of the Oral History Association
Equipment/Recording
- It is very important to know how your equipment works and be comfortable in using
it. It is a good idea to practise with your equipment beforehand and do a test recording.
- For good sound quality the recording device should be about a hand span away from
the interviewee.
- There are many different recording devices, but recommended were the Edirol,
Morantz or Fostex brands. The Tasmanian branch of the Oral History Association has a
Fostex which they loan for a fee. The Fostex records to a card from which the recording
can be downloaded.
- It is important to avoid external noises as much as possible because they can really
affect the quality of the recording and in some cases override what the interviewee is
saying.
- The original recording should remain unedited as a true testament to the interview.
Edit the copy or parts of the recording for other purposes.
- Prodisc supply good quality CDs, up to archival standards. The label should be written
on the inside circle of plastic to avoid corrosion. When ordering CDs it is best to triple
your requirements as most CDs are 80 minutes.
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- The best sitting position for recording between the interviewer and the interviewee is
in an ‘L’ shape.
Interviews
Preparation
- Decide who to interview and how to choose your interviewees, for example 10 good
quality interviews.
- Know what you are going to do with the interviews – this will assist in deciding who to
interview.
- Contact the interviewee by letter. For example, explain the project, why you would
like to interview them, the interview topic and that it will be recorded. Explain in letter
that you will follow up with a phone call (in about 1 week) to ascertain whether they are
interested in being interviewed and to set up an interview time. Allow 2 to 3 hours for
the interview, but the interview should not go longer than 2 hours in one sitting.
- Test your equipment before going to the interview. Record a blurb that introduces the
recording, for example: ‘This is an interview with Mrs Sarah Smith on the 14th of
December 2009, at Mrs Smith’s home, 1 Smith Street, Launceston. The interview is
conducted by Danielle Grossman for the University of Tasmania Playing Launceston
project’.
- Try to be flexible when scheduling the interview. Ask the interviewee when the best
part of the day is for them.
- Choose a room in their house that is free from interruption and reasonably quiet. Be
aware of background noise, for example the fridge in the kitchen, fluorescent lights,
outside traffic noises, phones, pets etc
- Take notes to the interview, but rather than a series of questions to ask, take a list of
topics that you would like to cover.
Interview
- Before the interview explain briefly the topics you would like to discuss and the kind
of simple questions you will start off with, in order to identify the interviewee and help
them to feel at ease.
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- Start the interview by asking their name, their parent’s names and when and where
they were born (see above – warn interviewee that these are the types of questions you
will start with, as some people may not feel comfortable giving their date of birth etc).
- Ask open ended questions and let the interviewee lead. Ask questions that follow on
from what they are talking about if it fits with the kind of topics/themes you would like
covered.
- Ask the interviewee to tell you about interesting things as they remember them, if you
forget to ask.
- The interviewer should aim to be as unobtrusive during the recording as possible.
They are simply the person who poses the question with no opinion.
- Try to use gestures to offer encouragement, agreement etc to the interviewee rather
than noises as this will come through the recording and can be quite distracting for the
listener.
- During the interview write down common names etc as the interviewee says them,
and after the interview check the spelling for the purpose of the transcript.
- Photographs can be used to prompt discussion but show the photograph first and then
turn on the recording device.
- After the interview ask the interviewee to sign a copyright form – read through the
form with the interviewee so that they understand what they are signing. See attached
QVMAG copyright form as an example.
- As a courtesy, within approximately one week, send a thank you letter and a copy of
the recording to the interviewee (check whether they would prefer CD, cassette, digital
etc).
- Sometimes people may not feel comfortable with a comment they may have made
during the interview and it may be necessary to remove it from the recording,
particularly if it is of a defamatory nature.
- Some interviewees may want to place an embargo on the interview, for example the
recording can be released after the person’s death. Try to discourage this and instead
suggest a period of time. For example, this recording will be released in five years time
on the 14/12/2014.
Transcripts/Summaries
- Transcript is a word for word representation of the interview.
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- Summary is done in time intervals, for example every five minutes. Direct quotes of
interest during each interval are noted, but the general summary is usually in italics to
show that it is not the words of the interviewee.
Further Information
ROBERTSON, Beth M., Oral History Handbook, 2006. (This publication is available for
purchase through the Tasmanian Branch of the Oral History Association. An early
edition is also available for loan through the UTAS Launceston Library, call number:
907.2 R6490)
Jill Cassidy, President of the Tasmanian Branch of the Oral History Association contact:
[email protected]
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Appendix 5: Draft of Historical
Timeline for the Princess Theatre
DRAFT OF PRINCESS THEATRE/LAUNCESTON
TIMELINE
KEY:
BOLD = Relates to the history of Launceston’s Princess Theatre
BLUE = Relates to the general history of theatre in Launceston
RED = Relates to general historical events in Launceston
DATE
EVENT
1806
Settlement of Launceston.
1853
The Municipality of Launceston is founded.
1890
The Albert Hall, under the Mayorship of Samuel Sutton,
is constructed for the Launceston International Exhibition
which opened during November 1891. Over 240,000
people attend the International Exhibition, despite
Launceston having a population of less than 18,000
people. (ref: GREEN, Anne; The Home of Sport and
Manly Exercise Places of Leisure in Launceston, 2006).
10 December 1895 The streets of Launceston are lit by electricity for the first
time, after the completion of the Duck Reach Power
station. (ref: COOPER, Ian G.; Launceston Municipal
Transport 1911-1951, 2006).
16 August 1911
The Launceston Municipal Tramways are officially
opened by Mayoress Mrs Oldham. (ref: COOPER, Ian
G.; Launceston Municipal Transport 1911-1951, 2006).
30 August 1911
The Princess Theatre is opened by the Mayor of
Launceston, William Claude Oldham (1910-1911).
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The theatre was built for Mareeno Lucas by J & T
Gunn.
1912
Spencer’s Pictures Ltd occupies the Princess
Theatre. Albert Clark is the manager (ref:
Launceston City Council Assessment roll).
August 1914
Outbreak of World War I.
1915
The National Theatre is opened by Mayoress Mrs Percy
Hart, followed by a performance of The Silence of Dean
Maitland by the George Marlow Dramatic Company.
The National Theatre was the primary performance
space for live theatre in Launceston (ref: GREEN, Anne;
The Home of Sport and Manly Exercise Places of
Leisure in Launceston, 2006).
1915
Most of the members of the Corrick family settle in
Launceston, having toured Tasmania, other Australian
states and internationally since 1902. The Corrick family
are heavily involved in the musical and entertainment
culture of Launceston. Among many other musical
engagements the Corrick Orchestra provided the music
for the silent movies at the Majestic Theatre. (ref:
Introduction to The Corrick Family Collection, CHS 70,
QVMAG).
1915/1916
Princess Theatre sold by Mareeno Lucas and
purchased by Elizabeth Jane Tait, Iris Tait and
Katherine Victoria Tait of Melbourne (ref:
Launceston City Council Assessment roll).
1917
The Majestic Theatre in Brisbane Street, Launceston’s
first purpose built cinema, is constructed by Mareeno
Lucas. It is sold to a local syndicate that same year.
(ref: GREEN, Anne; The Home of Sport and Manly
Exercise Places of Leisure in Launceston, 2006).
November 1918
World War I ends.
1920/1921
Union Theatres Ltd occupies the Princess Theatre
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with Frank Wright as the manager (ref: Launceston
City Council Assessment roll).
September 1926
The Launceston Players Society is formed, with an
original membership of 19 people. The Launceston
Players Society is reputedly the ‘oldest continuously
operating amateur theatrical society’ in Australia. The
Players have staged performances at many Launceston
theatres, including the Princess Theatre. (ref:
Introduction to the Launceston Players Society Records
CHS15, QVMAG).
4th April 1929
The 1929 Launceston floods have a major impact on the
North, with 22 deaths, 40 people injured, 2000 buildings
damaged and 100 buildings destroyed (ref: ABC
website, story remembering 80 years in 2009 since the
1929 Launceston floods).
12 July 1929
Alexander Frame Lithgow dies in Launceston. Alex
Lithgow was a conductor and composer for the silent
film orchestras at the Princess Theatre and Lyceum
Theatre. (ref: ADB online)
1934-1937
Greater Union Theatres Ltd occupies the Princess
Theatre (the change happened between 1934 and
1937, ref: Launceston City Council Assessment roll)
5 October 1937
The Star Theatre on Invermay Road is opened by the
Premier of Tasmania, Albert G Olgivie. The construction
of the cinema was to be ‘a monument to the
advancement of Invermay’ (ref: GREEN, Anne; The
Home of Sport and Manly Exercise Places of Leisure in
Launceston, 2006).
1938
Hoyts Ltd occupy the Princess Theatre (ref:
Launceston City Council Assessment roll)
1939
The Princess Theatre is sold by Elizabeth Jane Tait,
Iris Tait and Katherine Victoria Tait of Melbourne,
and purchased by Russell Investments Pty Ltd. (ref:
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Launceston City Council Assessment roll)
1939
The Princess Theatre undergoes renovations to the
façade and foyer in art deco style. The renovations
are done by J&T Gunn.
1939
Outbreak of World War II – Australia engaged in combat
from 1941.
1945
World War II ends
26 July 1969
The Star Theatre on Invermay Road closes.
February 1970
The Majestic Theatre closes its doors as a cinema and
is transformed into a menswear store, Neil Pitts. Within
a week the Princess Theatre also closes as a cinema.
1970
The Launceston City Council sells the National
Theatre and purchases the Princess Theatre for
$71,000.
17 November
The Princess Theatre re-opens as a live theatre
1970
performance venue. The Australian Ballet Company
performs at the opening.
1 February 1972
Max Oldaker dies in Launceston. Max Oldaker
supported and encouraged the purchase of the Princess
Theatre by the Launceston City Council and there is a
memorial room at the Princess Theatre in his honour.
(ref: ADB online).
1998
Theatre North takes over the management of the
Princess Theatre under a lease agreement with the
Launceston City Council.
22 August 2009
The UTAS Playing Launceston project is launched at the
Annexe Theatre, Inveresk. In a first for Launceston’s
theatre community, representatives from each theatre
company came together to discuss the many facets of
Launceston’s theatre scene.
June 2010
The first comprehensive database of Princess Theatre
(1911-1999)
archival
resources
sourced
from
Community History Centre, QVMAG and the State
Library of Tasmania is completed by project RA Danielle
Grossman. The resources include architectural &
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engineering drawings, research notes, posters,
programmes photographs, correspondence, newspaper
and magazine articles, reports, books, and ephemera.
July – August 2010 As part of a separate project, RA Danielle Grossman
compiled a digital story about the Princess Theatre. The
Digital Story is seven minutes in duration and consists of
historical and contemporary images of, and relating to,
the Princess Theatre. The images are accompanied by
a narrated history of the Princess Theatre between 1911
to present day. The Princess Theatre digital story will be
able to be used in an educational context to inform about
the history of one of Launceston’s iconic buildings.
ARC LIEF Grant for AusStage Phase 4: Harnessing
October 2010collective intelligence and pioneering new visual
2011
methodologies for innovative research into Australian
live performance.
UTAS is part of this national research initiative. The
Tasmanian arm of this research (CI Helen Trenos) aims
to extend on the research undertaken in Playing
Launceston: The Princess Theatre Turns 100 and:
 review the AusStage database in order to identify
the gaps in relation to other venues in Launceston
(both operating and extant) which are of
significant historical interest, specifically The
National.
 scope & begin assessing archival collection(s) of
The National;
 devise an approach to data entry;
 undertake data entry.
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Appendix 6: Princess Theatre – Brief
history and references to building
alterations
Princess Theatre – Brief history and references to building
alterations
Research compiled by the Playing Launceston Research Project, University of
Tasmania
Brief History:
- The Princess Theatre was built in 1911 for Marino Lucas, by J&T Gunn. It
was originally intended as a live theatre performance venue, but was used as
a cinema until 1970.
- The Princess was occupied by a number of cinema companies between
1912 and 1970, including Spencer’s Picture’s Ltd, Union Theatres, Greater
Union Theatres, Hoyts and the National Theatres Corporation.
- The Princess was owned privately until 1970 when it was purchased by the
Launceston City Council and reopened as a live theatre venue.
- The Launceston City Council sold the National Theatre and used the funds
to purchase the Princess Theatre. A bequest from A. W. Monds went towards
purchasing the National Theatre.
- Extensive alterations to the Princess Theatre in Art Deco style, took place in
1939 to the foyer and facade. More improvements and alterations to the
theatre occurred in 1970. Both works were undertaken by J&T Gunn.
Architectural Drawings:
Holding
Library, QVMAG
Registration
number
LCC:1991:AD:1383
Sheet number 740
Princess Theatre
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Description
Notice of intention by J&T Gunn to
erect a building (the Princess
Theatre) in Brisbane Street for
Marino Lucas, dated 23/5/1911.
There is also an architectural
drawing titled ‘Drainage Plan
Princess Theatre Brisbane Street’,
dated 18/10/1911.
Copy of an architectural drawing
of the longitudinal section of the
Princess Theatre titled New
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Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Sheet Number 5032
Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Sheet Number 5033
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Princess Theatre, Brisbane St
Launceston, for M Lucas Esq,
scale 1/8 inch to a foot. Not dated
but c.1911
Copy of an architectural drawing
titled New Princess Theatre,
Brisbane Street, Launceston, for
M.Lucas Esq Circle Plan. Not
dated but c.1911.
Copy of an architectural drawing
titled New Princess Theatre,
Launceston, for M. Lucas esq,
Basement Plan. Not dated but
c.1911.
Laminated copy of an architectural
drawing titled New Princess
Theatre, Launceston, for M. Lucas
esq, Brisbane Street elevation.
Not dated but c.1911.
Copy of an architectural drawing
titled New Princess Theatre,
Brisbane Street, Launceston, for
M. Lucas, Cross Section through
Auditorium and Cross Section
through Stage. Not dated but c.
1911.
Architectural drawing titled New
Princess Theatre, Brisbane Street,
Launceston, for M. Lucas Esq,
Ground Plan. Not dated but
c.1911.
Copy of an architectural drawing
titled New Princess Theatre,
Brisbane Street, Launceston for
M. Lucas esq, Brisbane Street
Elevation. Not dated but c.1911.
Architectural drawing of the
Princess Theatre titled 'Balcony
Plan' dated 4/8/1939.
This drawing is of the art deco
changes made to the Princess
Theatre in 1939 and details the
stalls, the balcony foyer and the
ceiling plans for both. The seating
capacity is also noted.
Architectural drawing of the
Princess Theatre titled 'Front
Elevation and Cross Section'
dated 4/8/1939. This drawing
shows the façade and internal
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Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Sheet Number 5034
Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Sheet Number 5038
Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Sheet 2
Library, QVMAG
LCC:1996:AD:456
Sheet 3
Princess Theatre
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detail of the theatre when looking
at it front on. There is a note to
demolish the existing dome.
Architectural drawing of the
Princess Theatre titled 'Long
Section' dated 4/08/1939. This
drawing shows the side section of
the theatre detailing the outside
neon sign, the balcony and stalls
foyer, re-grading and re-flooring of
the existing balcony and the
removal of the port windows
(these had a monogram of ML in
the glass) and bricking of the
holes. There are also notes to
replaster and redecorate some of
the walls.
Architectural drawing of the
Princess Theatre titled 'Stalls Plan'
dated 4/8/1939. This drawing
details the ground floor of the
Princess Theatre including the
foyer, shop and toilets. The
seating capacity is also noted.
Engineering drawing or blue print
of the Princess Theatre titled
'Mezzanine Floor Plan,' Part Stalls
Plan,' and 'Part Balcony Plan'.
This drawing shows dimensions
and a schedule of steel and
concrete beams. It is dated
28/8/1939.
Engineering drawing or blue print
of the Princess Theatre titled
'Detail of J9,' 'Elevation of AJ4',
'Elevation of AJ6,' 'Awning
Details,' 'Typical Fascia Elevation.'
It is dated 28/8/1939.
Engineering Drawing or blue print
of the Princess Theatre titled
'Details of Steel Frame Supporting
Neon Sign.' It is dated 28/8/1939.
Three page architectural drawing
in colour, titled City of Launceston
Princess Theatre Measured
Drawing 1969. The first two
pages relate to the Princess
Theatre and are titled Sheet 2:
First floor plan and Sheet 3: Plan
of basement projection room. The
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third page is of alterations and
additions to the Little Theatre,
Launceston.
Architectural drawing of the
Princess Theatre ground floor plan
by the City Architect W.L.Clennet,
dated December 1969.
Architectural drawing of the
roofing of the auditorium of the
Princess Theatre by the LCC city
architect E.S. Wright, dated
December 1969.
Architectural measured drawing
titled First Floor Plan of the
Princess Theatre, dated
December 1969.
Three page architectural drawing
titled Princess Theatre Measured
Drawing 1969. The pages are
titled sheet 1: Ground Floor Plan,
Sheet 2: First floor plan, Sheet 3:
Plan of basement projection room.
Architectural drawing titled
Princess Theatre Launceston
Exhaust System to New Dressing
Rooms, dated 26/8/1970.
Architectural drawing of structural
alterations to the stage area of the
Princess Theatre by the LCC city
architect E.S.Wright. The drawing
includes longitudinal and cross
sections and is dated October
1972.
Seven page architectural drawing
titled Princess Theatre Structural
Alterations to the stage area, and
is dated 1/10/1972.
Sheet 1: Elevations of existing
building, Sheet 2: Location plan
and sections thru existing building,
Sheet 3: Floor plans: basement,
ground and first floors, Sheet 4:
Plans at roof, grid and walkway
levels, Sheet 5: Longitudinal and
cross sections, Sheet 6:
Elevations showing proposed
alterations, Sheet 7:
Miscellaneous details.
Two large sheets of architectural
drawings from the City Architect,
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
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Launceston City Council relating
to the structure of the Princess
Theatre. The drawings show the
structural details and proposed
alterations to the truss supports,
lower beam, catwalk and ladder,
dated November 1972.
Architectural drawing of the
Princess Theatre female toilet
upgrade on the 1st floor, dated
March 1978.
Architectural drawing titled New
ticket office, managers office &
alterations of the Princess
Theatre, dated 15/1/1980.
Princess Theatre
Princess Theatre
Photographs
Holding
State Library of
Tasmania (Launceston
Library)
Registration Number
Pictures Collection Folio
No. 46 - Theatres to
Turners Marsh Tasmanian Mail
14/9/1911, page 24.
State Library of
Tasmania (Launceston
Library)
Weekly Courier,
7/9/1911
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
QVM:1999:P:0978
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
QVM:1999:P:0979
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Description
Photograph titled 'The
New Theatre at
Launceston,' showing
the façade and the Earl
Street side of the
Princess Theatre in
1911.
Photograph of the
interior of the Princess
Theatre, from the stage
and featuring the
audience, on the
opening night in 1911
(30/8/1911) by Stephen
Spurling.
View of outside the
Princess Theatre.
Three female staff can
be seen, two standing
by the door and one
seated in the ticket
office. C.1939 (Post art
deco renovations).
View of inside the
Princess Theatre
showing the stairs to an
upper level.
C. 1939 (Post art deco
renovations).
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Community History
Centre, QVMAG
QVM:1999:P:0982
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
QVM:1991:P:0077
Newspaper Articles
Holding
State Library of
Tasmania (Launceston
Library)
State Library of
Tasmania (Launceston
Library)
Other
Holding
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
View of inside the
Princess Theatre
showing the lounge area
and two staff in the
background on the left.
C. 1939 (Post art deco
renovations).
View of the Princess
Theatre, Brisbane
Street. The photograph
is of the exterior of the
Princess Theatre taken
across the road in
Brisbane Street. C.
1940
Registration Number
Newscuttings File: Daily
Telegraph, The New
Theatre, 4/3/1911; Daily
Telegraph, The Princess
Theatre, 28/8/1911,
page 2.
The Examiner, The New
Theatre, Completion of
the Princess, 28/8/1911.
Description
These articles describe
the interior and exterior
of the Princess Theatre
in 1911.
Registration Number
LCC 8 2/1970 Annual
Departmental Report
1969-1970
Description
The LCC Annual
Reports each contain a
brief description on the
works carried out at the
Princess Theatre during
the year.
As above
LCC 8 2/1972 Annual
Departmental Report
1971-1972
LCC 8 2/1973 Annual
Departmental Reports
2/1973
LCC 8 2/1974 Annual
Departmental Reports
LCC 8 6/1975 Annual
Report of the City
Architect and Building
Surveyor
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As above
As above
As above
As above
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Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG Moved
to Archives Office
Hobart
LCC 8 6/1976 Annual
Report of the City
Architect and Building
Surveyor
LCC 8 6/1978 Annual
Report of the City
Architect and Planner's
Department
LCC 8 6/1980 Annual
Report of the City
Architect and Building
Surveyor's Department
LCC 8 6/1982 Annual
Report of the City
Architect and Building
Surveyor's Department
LCC 22 Princess
Theatre –
Counterweight system
1973-1978
Community History
Centre, QVMAG Moved
to Archives Office
Hobart
LCC 22 Princess
Theatre – Sound shell
and sound equipment
1971 – 1983
Community History
Centre, QVMAG Moved
to Archives Office
Hobart
LCC 22
Max Oldaker Room
1972-1975
Community History
Centre, QVMAG Moved
to Archives Office
Hobart
LCC 22
Princess Theatre –
Buildings, renovations,
repairs -1973-1977
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
Community History
Centre, QVMAG
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As above
As above
As above
As above
File contains
correspondence and
diagrams relating to the
installation of a
counterweight system at
the Princess Theatre.
File contains
correspondence and
reports about the
acoustic properties of
the Princess Theatre,
and the installation of
sound equipment.
File contains a list of
items transferred to the
Northern Regional
Library from the
Princess Theatre
22/5/1975. Part of the
collection was to remain
on display in the
Princess Theatre Max
Oldaker memorial room.
Also included is an
architectural drawing of
the Max Oldaker room
proposal.
File contains
architectural drawings
relating to the proposed
handrail and balustrade,
correspondence and
drawing relating to
changes to the loading
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area and cloak room
facilities, painting quotes
and colour samples and
planter boxes.
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