![]() The design of the building was entrusted to Edward Middleton Barry, the architect of Covent Garden Theatre, and the classic design plan was completed by 1861. After several abandoned plans to rebuild the theatre, the ruins were redesigned by the Italian architect Renzo Piano and in 2013 it once again started functioning as a performance venue, called Pjazza Teatru Rjal. Prior to its destruction, it was one of the most beautiful and iconic buildings in Valletta. ![]() The theatre received a direct hit from aerial bombing in 1942 during World War II. In 1873 its interior was extensively damaged by fire but was eventually restored by 1877. It was designed by the English architect Edward Middleton Barry and was erected in 1866. The Royal Opera House, also known as the Royal Theatre (Maltese: It-Teatru Rjal, Italian: Teatro Reale), was an opera house and performing arts venue in Valletta, Malta. Text from the free encyclopedia WIKIPEDIA may appear below to give a little background information (internal links may not work) : I will give a full refund if you are not fully satisfied with the postcard. In addition there are other costs to sending so the above charge is not just for the stamp! These are specially made to protect postcards and you may be able to re-use them. NOTE: All postcards are sent in brand new stiffened envelopes which I have bought for the task. NO non-UK currency checks or money orders (sorry). Outside UK: PayPal ONLY (unless otherwise stated) please. ![]() UK - PayPal, Cheque (from UK bank) or postal order Please wait for combined invoice. (If buying postcards with other things such as books, please contact or wait for invoice before paying). You can buy as many postcards from me as you like and you will just pay the fee above once. No additional charges for more than one postcard. Postage and packing charge should be showing for your location (contact if not sure). No cards have been trimmed (unless stated). Image may be low res for illustrative purposes - if you need a higher definition image then please contact me and I may be able to send one. Please ask if you need any other information and I will do the best I can to answer. Picture / Image: Malta - Royal Opera House, Valletta - real photo - (this was bombed during World War 2). ![]()
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