Cygnet Cinema—Perth, Australia
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S 31° 59.622 E 115° 51.504
50J E 392159 N 6459693
An impressive art deco cinema, in the southern suburbs of Perth.
Waymark Code: WMGXDT
Location: Western Australia, Australia
Date Posted: 04/20/2013
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This cinema has a long history. It was the first purpose built sound cinema in the southern suburbs of Perth. It was constructed by local identity and film entrepreneur James Stiles, and designed by the prominent art deco architect, William Leighton. The cinema is included on the State’s Heritage Register.
Originally named "Como Theatre" (still visible), the Theatre was immediately successful, an anodyne to the Great Depression. In the 1960s the names was changed to "Cygnet Cinema" to reflect the Festival of Perth’s black swan logo, of which the cinema was a busy part. The cinema has had slim days since the 60s, however, it is still in business screening movies.
The Cinema is owned by Colin Styles, son of the original owner.
16 Preston Street, Como.
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