Cassablanca

Get ready for an unforgettable Sunday at Melbourne's "Home of Classic Movies and Music," The Capitol! Step into the vibrant world of the 1920s with almost an hour of mesmerising jazz performed by the twelve-piece Capitol Theatre Orchestra.

Get ready for an unforgettable Sunday at Melbourne's "Home of Classic Movies and Music," The Capitol! Step into the vibrant world of the 1920s with almost an hour of mesmerising jazz performed by the twelve-piece Capitol Theatre Orchestra. Feel the rhythm and energy of foot-tapping classics in the splendid Art Deco surroundings!

But the excitement doesn't stop there! After the musical journey, immerse yourself in the cinematic masterpiece Casablanca, featuring the unforgettable performances of Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid. Witness the thrilling tale of Rick Blaine's nightclub, which offers a glimmer of hope to refugees amidst WWII's chaos. As Rick confronts his past and faces challenges of the heart, prepare for a whirlwind of suspense, romance, and drama that will captivate your senses.

Join us at 2 pm for an experience like no other, where historic music and iconic cinema unite at The Capitol!

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