Capitol Theatre
What's On
View All ShowsThe Capitol Theatre has been delighting audiences with exceptional theatre experiences since 1927. Explore what’s on at this iconic Sydney landmark.
Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest
7 - 29 November 2026
This haunting retelling unleashes a collision of desire, torment, and immortality in a critically acclaimed ballet.
The Nutcracker
4 - 23 December 2026
Ballet's most iconic story is coming to the Capitol Theatre this Christmas!
Shen Yun 2027
3 - 14 March 2027
Shen Yun takes you on an extraordinary journey through China’s 5,000 years of civilisation through breathtaking classical Chinese dance, exquisite costumes and a live orchestra.
Our History
Nestled within the pulse of the Haymarket district, the building itself began its life in 1892 as a produce market before being converted into a hippodrome designed for a circus in 1916. Since 1927, the Capitol Theatre has been used as either a picture palace or theatre.
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