Palais Theatre 17 Station Place, Werribee, VIC - The Palais Theatre in Station Street, now Station Place, was opened on April 4, 1928

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Palais Theatre 17 Station Place, Werribee, VIC - The Palais Theatre in Station Street, now Station Place, was opened on April 4, 1928

The Palais Theatre in Station Street, now Station Place, was opened on April 4, 1928.

Prior to this date, silent movies were shown at the Mechanics Institute (now the Cultural Centre) in Watton Street.

On April 23, 1932 the first ‘talking picture’ was shown at the Palais Theatre.

This movie, which was titled ‘Mother’s Millions’, caused such excitement in the community that opening night drew an audience of over 1,000 people! It was standing room only!

The building is now occupied by Cash Converters and has recently been purchased by Wyndham Council with plans for the building yet to be confirmed.

Photo & notes - Werribee Museum and Historical Society. The Palais Theatre, Werribee

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