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The Court Hotel was constructed in 1888 in the
Victorian Regency architectural style, and later renovated to include Federation Free Classical style and, mostly internally, the Inter-War Art Deco style. The name of the venue comes from its position across the road from a building in the Perth
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at the venue; as well as claims from some patrons that antisocial and anti-queer behaviour had been experienced by patrons. In response to these criticisms, the venue adorned its entrance with rainbow colours while its owners publicly stated their support for the LGBTQ+ community; and hired
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In 2019 and 2021, the venue has faced criticism from members of Perth's LGBTQ+ community. This criticism followed the resurfacing of historic images of a drag queen
Scarlet Adams performing in
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The venue features a large astroturf outdoor courtyard, with a stage area. The outside of the venue is painted in a colourful street-art style.
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additional security, but declined a requested ban on non-queer patrons. In response to the blackface allegations, the venue issued an apology.
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The venue is located on the corner of James St and
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It is marketed as a LGBTQ+ friendly venue. The venue is known for hosting drag shows.
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Extensive renovations were undertaken in 1938, 2007, 2012 and 2017.
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cultural precinct that used to operate as a
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In 2022, a mural was painted onto the side of the building by
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It has been a LGBTQ+ friendly venue since the early 1990s.
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entered an agreement to purchase The Court from Maddox.
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