Yau Ma Tei Theatre

Yau Ma Tei Theatre

Built in 1930, the Yau Ma Tei Theatre (Grade 2 historic building) is the only surviving pre-World War II theatre in Kowloon District. The features include the two pillars at the front entrance, the Chinese pitched roof, the steel trusses and timber purlins for roof support, and the original proscenium and interior walls of the stage. Through 68 years of service before suspending operation in 1998, it showed with Chinese and Western movies. However, Yau Ma Tei Theatre ceased operation in July 1998. It was officially re-opened in 17 July 2012, designated for promoting Cantonese opera and encouraging audience to appreciate the genuine beauty of the traditional Cantonese opera.