点评:One great example of an art deco building in Napier is the Napier Municipal Theater. We were fortunate to have a guided tour. Australian architect William Pitt designed in the building in 1912 in the Italian renaissance style. Unfortunately, the theater was destroyed during the 1931 earthquake. Other construction took priority so rebuilding the theater was put on hold. Finally after several years the theater was rebuilt, and its first performance was in June 1938. Some improvements were made over the years but in 1992 it had a major restoration. More modern facilities for both performers and attendees were incorporated while maintaining the Art Deco style. Our guide showed us the scrap of the pre-earthquake carpet that was found in the manager’s office after the earthquake. It was used to recreate the cubist-style carpet that is in the entrance area today. Take note of the large ceiling light and its changing colors. The 989 seats on two levels are covered in red velvet fabric and are quite striking. A wooden ticket booth reminiscent of a bygone era is in the foyer. The theater auditorium is available for hire from productions to private events as is the circular foyer for functions such as exhibits, conferences, or entertainment. To get an appreciation for this building I would suggest a guided tour if available.
翻译:纳皮尔装饰艺术建筑的一个很好的例子是纳皮尔市政剧院。我们很幸运有导游。澳大利亚建筑师威廉皮特于1912年在这座意大利文艺复兴风格的建筑中设计。不幸的是,剧院在 1931 年的地震中被毁。其他建设优先,因此重建剧院被搁置。几年后,剧院终于重建,并于 1938 年 6 月首次演出。多年来进行了一些改进,但在 1992 年进行了重大修复。在保持装饰艺术风格的同时,为表演者和与会者提供了更多的现代化设施。我们的向导向我们展示了地震后在经理办公室发现的地震前地毯的碎片。它被用来重现今天入口处的立体派风格地毯。注意大天花板灯及其不断变化的颜色。上下两层的989个座位都覆盖着红色天鹅绒面料,非常醒目。门厅里有一个让人想起过去时代的木制售票亭。从制作到私人活动,剧院礼堂可供租用,圆形门厅也可用于展览、会议或娱乐等活动。为了欣赏这座建筑,如果有的话,我建议您参加有导游的游览。