History Festival 2026 - SA's Picture Theatres and Drive-Ins

Next date: Thursday, 21 May 2026 | 06:00 PM to 07:15 PM

Have you ever wondered about how drive-in theatres came to be in South Australia? Or whatever happened to those grand old theatres that once stood proudly across the CBD?

In this talk, author Scott Smith will discuss his new book Looking Back: South Australian Picture Theatres and Drive-Ins. Hear about what went on behind the scenes as well as some of the many stories and characters involved, not to mention the iconic venues that hosted them!

Scott Smith is a graphic designer with a keen interest in history. Having researched, written, designed and published the book himself, it places him in a unique position to give insight to the processes involved in compiling a book of this nature.

Book purchase and author signing on the night.

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