Historical information

Located in the southeast Melbourne district of Ormond. The Ormond Theatre was opened in the late-1920’s with 720 seats in stalls and circle. There was no ceiling in the auditorium, which allowed for the steel roof trusses to be seen. In 1930 a Western Electric(WE) sound system was installed. In 1940 it was remodelled in a simple Art Deco style to the plans of architectural firm Marsh & Michaelson. It re-opened in 1941 with 995 seats. By 1946 it was operated by Albert Park Cinemas Property Ltd. The Plaza Theatre was closed on 30th November 1958. It was converted into a carpet showroom which was still operating in late-1984. The building has since been demolished.

Physical description

Black and white photograph depicting the art deco facade of the newly refurbished Plaza Theatre, Ormond. There are no buildings either side of the theatre which highlights its large size.

Inscriptions & markings

Black printed text on white round sticker adhered to reverse: 187
Handwritten in red ink on reverse: 72%