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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The Capitol is a contemporary centre for the cultural and education industries, with a variety of flexible spaces available to innovate and enjoy. Get in touch to reserve your spot under the hottest ceiling in showbiz...

Theatre

  • 568 pax seated
  • 8 accessible spaces with 8 companion seats
  • 4K DCP Projection
  • Dolby surround sound for cinema
  • Retractable cinema screen
  • Lectern and plug-and-play capabilities for talks, conferences and lectures
  • LED coloured ceiling light display
  • Fly tower and stage rig
  • Sound and lighting desks, AV facilities

Salon

  • 100 pax seated lecture-style, 20 seated meeting-style, 200 standing
  • Integrated AV system including hearing loop, wireless microphones and speaker system, lectern and mobile large screen
  • computer system (MoCow)
  • Wine Bar for drinks and snacks
  • Optional event catering
  • Optional cocktail tables
  • Toilet facilities
  • Accessible lift access from the Foyer
  • Built in digital display screen

Lounge

• 25 seated, 80 standing
• 10 pax seated in banquets and armchairs in-situ
• Integrated AV system including hearing loop, wireless microphones and speaker system, lectern and mobile large screen computer system (MoCow)

• Optional event catering
• Toilet facilities
• Accessible lift access from the Foyer and the Salon

Foyer

• 150 pax standing
• Integrated AV system including hearing loop, wireless microphones and speaker system, lectern and mobile large screen computer system (MoCow)
• Coffee & Candy Bar for drinks, snacks and confectionary
• Box office facilities

• Flexible networking, event and breakout space
• Optional event catering
• Accessible and general toilet facilities
• Accessible lift access from the Arcade on the ground floor (Swanston Street)
• Three arrays of digital signage display screens

Bookings

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

Please contact us at
thecapitol@rmit.edu.au