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
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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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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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Capitol Theatre Orchestra followed by Song Sung Blue (M)

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 21 Feb 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable Saturday at Melbourne's Home of Famous Movies and Classic Music, The Capitol.

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Tofiga Fepulea'i: Shuuush Your Mouf

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 21 Feb 2026

The Humble King of Comedy comes to Australia in 2026! In Shuuush Your Mouf, Tofiga muses on all the things that are important to a man in his 50s, his Samoan wife, family and how crossing half a century changes you!

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International feature: Celebrating Indonesian Design

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 22 Feb 2026
Icon / Small / Location Created with Sketch. Capitol Theatre

Runway at The Capitol showcases Indonesia's ANW and Studio JEJE in a spectacular architectural setting. Discover contemporary South‑East Asian fashion, cultural craftsmanship and bold silhouettes.

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The Best Films You've Never Seen: JAWS (M), 1975

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 25 Feb 2026

Join us to celebrate the film that launched the blockbuster era, as ‘Jaws’ returns to the big screen at The Capitol - RMIT.

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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