Summary
Ticket for a performance at the New Lyceum National Theatre, Saturday 6 May. Issued during World War II, the ticket can be dated to 1944, when 6 May fell on a Saturday.
Found under the floorboards of the Gallery, Great Hall, Exhibition Building, Melbourne, when replaced in 1989.
Physical Description
Half of a cream theatre ticket with black writing. New Lyceum in bold print across the top. Dated Saturday May 6.
Significance
Reason for Acquisition: Transfer from the Trustees of the Royal Exhibition Building
From 1940 to 1945 the Exhibition Building was occupied by the Royal Australian Air Force as a training school. About 500 to 700 men lived in for varying periods of time. When the floorboards on the balcony level of the Great Hall were replaced as part of the restoration program, many items dating back to the 1940s were found. These provide an insight into the lifestyle and interests of RAAF personnel stationed in the building.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Trustees of the Royal Exhibition Building (REB), Sep 1991
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Date Issued
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Inscriptions
Front, printed text: NEW LYCEUM / National Theatre Corp. Pty.Ltd / SAT., MAY 6 BACK STALLS / 11 26 / Kindly retain
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
5.3 cm (Length), 3.8 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
53 mm (Width), 37 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Performing Arts, Theatres, Wars & Conflicts, World War II, 1939-1945
