Yass volunteers passionate about restoring their town's Liberty
Friends volunteers are now working hard to reopen her still original doors as an entertainment and education hub, a place where locals can see some classic films.
The Architects of Liberty: Crick and Furse
The truly remarkable theatre in Yass was built by the two most important cinema and theatre designers of the era.
Treasure Underfoot: Liberty's Lavish Carpets
The Liberty Theatre in Yass was built and opened in December 1939 and the building today contains many original features. One of these is the original green carpet which still lines the aisles in the upstairs dress circle.
Annual update delivers accountability and progress
In 2024, the Friends of the Liberty have achieved major improvements to ensure the association is ready to restore and manage the iconic 1939 Art Deco theatre.
March Newsletter
Your committee has been working hard over the months to secure final quotes for the Cinema, and the electricity which needs to be upgraded to facilitate the film equipment.
November Newsletter
There has been much discussion and quotes on the cinema equipment and it's moving along well. Old lighting will be removed from the theatre and the association has a number of upcoming events.
Back to the pictures for Yass at the Liberty Theatre
The Friends of the Liberty Theatre and Cultural Centre Inc. will benefit from $250,000 in funding for the installation of state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment to enable the showing of movies thanks to the NSW Government’s Creative Capital program.