The Capitol 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. We respectfully acknowledge their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. We also acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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Desire, I Want To Turn Into You: Caroline Polachek In Conversation
Sun 10 December 2.30PM
Desire, I Want To Turn Into You: Caroline Polachek In Conversation
Sun 10 December 2.30PM
Desire, I Want To Turn Into You: Caroline Polachek In Conversation
Sun 10 December 2.30PM
Mo'Ju: Collaboration and Creation
Sun 10 December 4.30PM
Mo'Ju: Collaboration and Creation
Sun 10 December 4.30PM
Mo'Ju: Collaboration and Creation
Sun 10 December 4.30PM
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Desire, I Want To Turn Into You: Caroline Polachek In Conversation

The Wheeler Centre & RMIT Culture
Talk

Mo’Ju: Collaboration and Creation

RMIT Culture, ALWAYS LIVE, and APRA AMCOS
Talk

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

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A shot taken of The Capitol Theatre from the back of the theatre. The ceiling is casting a white light, all the seats are empty, and the olive-green stage curtain is down.

“The best cinema that was ever built or ever likely to be built.”

— Robin Boyd

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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