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Capitol Theatre
17 Stamford Road,
Singapore
179103
17 Stamford Road,
Singapore
179103
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Restored and reopened as live theatre on 19 May 2015.
Check out my writeup + photos of the interior of the theatre.
http://www.ckphoto.net/blog/2011/11/capitol-theatre-revisited-part-1?utm_medium=websites&utm_source=cinematreasures
http://www.ckphoto.net/blog/2011/11/capitol-theatre-revisited-part-2?utm_medium=websites&utm_source=cinematreasures
No signs of any activity here on a recent visit, still closed as are associated business premises.
Here’s a picture of the cinema’s hall. I came across it via an open door today while at that area and took a photo of it. Was surprised that it’s still largely intact despite being dis-used for such a long time.
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Here is a photo circa 1950:
http://tinyurl.com/yj8t4l3
What’s the address?
It has 100% been done up since the above pictures were submitted.
I’ve just arrived in Singapore and have just noticed that the Capitol has been given a new lick of paint. From my hotel room 38 floors above the theatre it even looks like it has a renovated roof!
Anyone have any news?
I will make some enquiries while I/m here.
Some further shots at
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Here are some photos of the theater now: View link
This link has a nice description of the postcard shown above:
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I have a postcard of this nice theatre. Playing is “RUSSIA’S CIRCUS ARENA”, and on the top marquee it says “Welcome Michael Todd” and “Welcome Elizabeth Taylor”. I found the following bit online:
“Meanwhile Singapore’s old Capitol Theatre is to be renovated and reopened as a modern performing arts venue. The plan, by the Singapore Tourism Board, is to convert the former entertainment icon – at the junction of Stamford and North Bridge roads – into a stage for local and international musicals and plays. It will seat audiences of up to 1800. A budget of S$3.5 million has been set aside for the redevelopment.”
Its the only theatre left in Singapore with a historical backdrop. its beautiful. the interior is great (at least in Singapore context). We must preserve it. till today, its still standing there with future unknown. the last time i read about its fate was that, some developer wanted to convert it to a performing theatre.
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