Princess Theatre Auditorium Conservation Works | Conservation Studio Australia
The Princess Theatre conservation includes the restoration of the 1922 Henry E. White decorative scheme following the conclusion of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for which the entire auditorium was painted black with gold highlights and overwritten with text only visible with UV light.
The project included a multidisciplinary team to thoroughly investigate the existing paint schemes to accurately determine colours, treatments and finishes of the 1922 interior scheme. The reinstatement works required traditional painting techniques and specific decorative skills. The project was undertaken in a short timeframe between productions allowing the Theatre to maintain its operational capacity.
The project required a close working relationship with Heritage Victoria throughout the investigative, scoping and delivery phases to ensure that all permit conditions were satisfied.
The restored Henry E. White decorative scheme of 1922 has enhances the richness and overall visitor experience of the Princess Theatre.
