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: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated 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 / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 16 Jun 2026 - 16 Jan 2027
Icon / Small / LocationCreated with Sketch. The Capitol

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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Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 11 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026
Icon / Small / LocationCreated 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.

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Stan Grant: When Words Fail Us

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 16 Jul 2026
Icon / Small / LocationCreated with Sketch. The Capitol

RMIT University in partnership with The Wheeler Centre proudly present Stan Grant in conversation about his new book When Words Fail Us.

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Nate Jackson – Big Dog

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 18 Jul 2026
Icon / Small / LocationCreated with Sketch. The Capitol

Nate Jackson brings his BIG DOG TOUR to Australia and New Zealand this July. Fresh from his hit Netflix special Super Funny, the viral comedy star delivers sharp material, fearless crowd work and huge charisma after selling out theatres across the United States.

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The Best Films You've Never Seen: Queer Edition

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 21 Jul 2026

Join us for an evening of queer cinema on the big screen at The Capitol RMIT, with 'My Own Private Idaho' (1991) and 'Scorpio Rising' (1963) as part of the Best Films You've Never Seen series.

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Murder at the Theatre

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 24 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026
Icon / Small / LocationCreated with Sketch. The Capitol

A thrilling musical mystery where secrets unfold, suspects emerge, and every song could be your last!

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Capitol Theatre Orchestra followed by a screening of "Fiddler on the Roof" (G) 1971

Icon / Small / CalendarCreated with Sketch. 01 Aug 2026
Icon / Small / LocationCreated with Sketch. The Capitol

Spend a Saturday at The Capitol with the Capitol Theatre Orchestra and Fiddler on the Roof. Enjoy live 1920s jazz from the twelve-piece orchestra, followed by the beloved 1971 musical film starring Topol, in Melbourne's splendid Art Deco home of classic movies and music.

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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