View Of The Victoria Theatre And Concert Hall.The Complex Started Off With The Building Of A Town Hall In 1862. Built During An Era Of Victorian Revivalism Was Occurring In Britain, Its Design Reflected This Architectural Influence With Italianate Windows And Rusticated Columns, And Was The First Building To Reflect This Style In Singapore'S Buildings.In 1901, Construction For A Neighbouring Building Began In Memory Of The Late Queen Victoria, With The Foundation Laid In 1902 And Officially Opened By The Governor Of The Straits Settlements, Sir John Anderson On 18 October 1905 As The Victoria Memorial Hall.The Town Hall Was Also Heavily Renovated And Air-Conditioned As The Victoria Theatre. In 1979, The Memorial Hall Was Renovated Again To Accommodate The Singapore Symphony Orchestra (Sso), Upon Which It Was Renamed As The Victoria Concert Hall.