It was found that the theatre roof was not the only problem, the ceiling of the top floor of the 1868 front section of the building was ready to collapse, which it did. The old library (now the Humffray Room below), was also in imminent danger.

Excellent liaison with architects from Heritage Victoria, and competent tradesmen from Weir Bros., the major contractors, resulted in a renovation that reflects the history of the original, and incorporates the modern additions, such as the lift, placed where the gents urinals were, and the intricate technical theatre fit-out.

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