Claim: Prince of Wales Opera House, located in Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria, was a theater designed by George Raymond Johnson (an architect who practiced in late 19th century) in 1872, and was later demolished in 1900.
Evidence: First built in 1855, it was located at what is now 236 Bourke Street, Melbourne, in the heart of what was once the city's theatre and entertainment district. Prince of Wales Opera House Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 1872 theatre demolished 1900 George Raymond Johnson (7 February 1840 – 25 November 1898) was an architect who practiced in late 19th century Melbourne, Australia, known for designing numerous important buildings, especially town halls and theatres.