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Our Town News: Royal Poinciana Playhouse Renovation Entersdemolition Phase

Clubs and Organizations

July 25, 2023

From: Town of Palm Beach Civic Association

Royal Poinciana Playhouse renovation enters demolition phase

by William Kelly
Communications Coordinator

The Royal Poinciana Playhouse is undergoing extensive exterior and interior demolition as part of the renovation of the landmarked building.

The razing of some external walls was necessary to accommodate structural support for the future building, said Alexandra Clark, vice president of asset strategy and experience for WS Development, the project’s developer.

The curved east façade of the playhouse has been braced until it can be attached to the new superstructure. The Celebrity Room ceiling mural and surrounding infrastructure also has been stabilized and protected, Clark said.

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