The Capitol

The Capitol

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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.

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What's On

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Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Date: 27 March 2024 - 21 April 2024

The lights of Melbourne shine a little bit brighter when the Melbourne International Comedy Festival takes over town!

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Dune: Part One (2021, M)

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 16 Mar 2024 - 04 Apr 2024

'He who controls the spice controls the universe.' The Capitol is screening the legendary sci-fi adaptation, Dune: Part One, followed by Dune: Part Two, in March and April. Come and see this renowned science fiction series come to life in a 100-year old cinema with a pre-session light show.

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Dune: Part Two (2024, M)

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 16 Mar 2024 - 06 Apr 2024

The epic second part to the war on Arrakis is here. The Capitol is excited to be screening the legendary sci-fi adaptation, Dune: Part One, followed by, Dune: Part Two, in March and April. Come and see this renowned science fiction series come to life in a 100-year cinema with a pre-session light show.

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Some Like It Hot (1959, PG)

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 22 Mar 2024 - 11 Apr 2024

Billy Wylder's Some Like it Hot will be returning to our Film Program in March and April. Come and see this classic comedy in our 100 year cinema. Follow the ticket link for session times.

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Screen Presence 24 Comedy Showcase

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RMIT Culture and the Chinese Museum presents a jam-packed showcase of Asian-Australian comedy talent for Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

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Mo Gilligan

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One of the UK's biggest comedy stars MO GILLIGAN will be bringing his highly anticipated 'In The Moment World Tour 'to Australia and New Zealand in 2024.

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Gianmarco Soresi Australia & New Zealand Tour 2024

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Gianmarco Soresi is a New York based stand-up comedian, actor, and creator known for his sharp societal observation and spry, energetic stage presence.

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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 'Luwaytini' by Mark Cleaver, Palawa.

aboriginal flag
torres strait flag

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.