Enmore Theatre

The venue's Inter-war Art Deco style, dating from its 1937 remodelling by Charles Bohringer, is protected by its listing as a local heritage item by Inner West Council.

He crowned himself "King of Newtown" on stage at the Enmore theatre in the style of a pageant, complete with pageboys and regal robes.

In 1920, the pair extensively renovated the theatre, before it was opened by premier John Storey on 1 July in the same year.

The family owned business, adapted and controlled the theatre privately, screening only Greek Films.

Unlike other cinemas which were demolished due to the Sydney pro-development movement, the Enmore Theatre was reopened in 1985 with its original name.

The Fink family became the sole owner of Hoyts in 1985 and expanded its operations into distribution and home entertainment.

In 1991, the Showcall Pty ltd began running the theatre and exceeded $2 million in expenditure to redesign the venue and provide additional space.

The popularity of the Enmore Theatre is closely linked with the contemporary development of Newtown as an arts and entertainment hub.

On 3 March 2022, during a sold-out show by Genesis Owusu, the dance floor collapsed two songs into his set.

[17] A list of some of the more famous musical acts that have performed at the Enmore Theatre 2014 2024 One of its earlier notable events is that the venue hosted several Miss Globe pageants during the 1950s and 1960s.

Other performances and shows include Rockwiz, screening the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Comedy Festival 2016, Tuesday Comedy Club Nights, Mardi Gras Parties, Miss Pole Dance Australia, Wogs at Work, The Pink Floyd Experience, My Favourite Murder.

Comedy performances include Tom Gleeson, Matt Okine, Kitty Flanagan, Miranda Sings, Daniel Tosh, Merrick and Rosso, Rove McManus and Lano and Woodley.The Enmore Theatre is also becoming known as a major space for children's entertainment featuring acts such as The Wiggles, Justine Clarke, The Fairies, & Lah-Lah.

"[18] In 2020, due to the Global pandemic of COVID-19, and the forced temporary shut down of all venues in Australia, the Enmore Theatre had to cancel and reschedule many performances.

For those who wish to collect or purchases tickets at the venue, the Box Office opens 2 hours prior to any performance.

[21] 1920 Enmore Theatre was originally designed by architects, Kaberry & Chard, in the Spanish Mission Style.

The entrance has pressed metal lining and the doors are made of timber, with glass insertions and brass detailing.

British R&B singer Mahalia performing at the Enmore Theatre in May 2024.
The Spanish Mission style Enmore Theatre (circa 1920), as designed by Kaberry and Chard.
Interior view of the Enmore Theatre, January 2022