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However, it appears the theatre was never
properly air-conditioned; ventilation was
provided by a large blower fan delivering fresh
air into the building through vents in the stage
apron, while stale air escaped through gaps in
the ceiling decoration and then by vents in the
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During winter an oil-burning unit supplied
warm air, but location of the fuel tank over a side
escape passageway caused an on-going dispute
with the Board of Fire Commissioners and the
Chief Secretary until the matter was settled to
the satisfaction of all concerned. External walls
were of brick.

The theatre’s name was displayed horizontally
on the Keira Street awning (neon) and vertically
on the façade above (back-lit).
A double door on the right of the theatre entrance
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Cinema patrons gained entry to the theatre
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the pavement and opening into an extended
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coloured glazed walls and ceiling. Here also
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managerial suite, toilets and a wall fountain
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replaced with an attractive panel of sculptured
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Stalls foyer with stairs to mezzanine level.

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