The Capitol

The Capitol

This year we celebrate 100 years of architectural and cinematic wonder at The Capitol - the theatre has stood the test of time to remain a Melbourne cultural icon.

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Originally built in 1924, and reopened in 2019, The Capitol has a spectacular architectural and cinematic history, and is recognised as a true Melbourne icon.

What's On

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Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 23 Jan 2026 - 16 May 2026
Icon / Small / Location Created with Sketch. The Capitol

After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella! This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet show where dancers shine in glow-in-the-dark costumes. Get your tickets for Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show in Melbourne!

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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 30 Jan 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty has arrived in Melbourne! This beloved tale is brought to life through classical dance, stunning choreography, and beautiful glow-in-the-dark costumes.

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Qiu Rui Stand Up Comedy Show

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 03 Feb 2026 - 06 Feb 2026
Icon / Small / Location Created with Sketch. The Capitol

Loading Zone Comedy brings stand-up comedian Qiu Rui, to Australia!

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The Great AI Security Debate

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 05 Feb 2026
Icon / Small / Location Created with Sketch. The Capitol

Hackers vs Security Engineers — How AI is shaping the future of Cybersecurity!

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1oo Years of Broadcast TV Symposium: The impact and future of broadcast TV in Australia

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 06 Feb 2026
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RMIT University's Streaming Industries and Genres Network (SIGN) proudly present the '100 Years of Broadcast TV Symposium', which reflects on the impact of the broadcast signal across media and communication industries in Australia.

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Kevin McCloud and Tim Ross – Live In Interesting Places

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 07 Feb 2026
Icon / Small / Location Created with Sketch. The Capitol

After years of friendship and a shared obsession with architecture and design, Kevin McCloud and Tim Ross are taking their banter and big ideas on the road - and, true to form, they're doing it in some very interesting places.

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Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 13 Feb 2026 - 21 Mar 2026

Experience Peter Pan reimagined with Ballet of Lights! Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color.

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Fashion Film Awards Screening

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 20 Feb 2026

Join us for the official premiere screening of the 2026 Fashion Film Awards, showcasing a collection of films submitted from around the globe and chosen by a diverse and highly credentialed panel of industry judges.

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Venue hire

The Capitol is available to hire for screenings, performances, talks, conferences, festivals, meetings and private events.

Our spaces

The Capitol is a contemporary centre for the cultural and education industries, with a variety of flexible spaces available to innovate and enjoy.

Visit

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Address

113 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Enter via Capitol Arcade,
opposite Melbourne Town Hall

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

Learn more about our commitment to Indigenous cultures