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Theatre Royal, Adelaide

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The Theatre Royal on Hindley Street, Adelaide was a significant venue in the history of the stage in South Australia.

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Theatre Royal, Adelaide
Hindley Street, Adelaide Adelaide

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Hindley Street 28/30
5000 Adelaide, Adelaide
South Australia, Australia
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