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THE CAPITOL THEATRE

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Opened in 1924 as part of the Capitol House building, this art deco theatre is the oldest of Melbourne’s large picture palaces. The venue is an extraordinary refurbished cinema and destination for events, festivals and live performances promoting
culture, education and innovation. The Capitol is available to hire for screenings, performances, talks, conferences, festivals, meetings and private events.

It can fit 568 seated in the theatre, 350 in the cocktail salon and 150 in the cocktail foyer. With dolby surround sound, soung and lighting decks, AV facilities and lectern / plug and play capabilities its perfect for live podcoasts, seminars and private screenings. 

THE 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

THE SALON

  • 60 pax seated lecture-style, 20 seated meeting-style, 150 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

THE LOUNGE

  • 52 standing
  • 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

THE FOYER

  • 100 pax standing
  • Integrated AV system including hearing loop, wireless microphones and speaker system, lectern and mobile large screen computer system (MoCow)
  • Option 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