Yaumati Theatre (Chinese: 油麻地戲院), once the largest theatre in Kowloon, is located at the junction of Waterloo Road and Reclamation Street, in Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong. It is classified as "Grade II Historic Building" The abandoned building is the only remaining pre-World War II theatre in Kowloon. It is to be converted into a venue for Cantonese opera, scheduled for completion in 2011. Another historical structure, Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market is adjacent to the theatre, across Reclamation Street.
Read more about Yaumati Theatre: Yau Ma Tei Area, History of The Theatre, Conversion Into A Cantonese Opera Venue
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