CAPITOL THEATRE ORCHESTRA
They Don't Make Afternoons Like This Anymore. We Do.
A century ago, every ballroom, theatre, and dance hall in Melbourne had a resident jazz orchestra. The music was made for dancing, not for sitting quietly in the dark. Born in 1924 for the opening of Walter Burley Griffin's legendary Capitol Theatre, the Capitol Theatre Orchestra is Melbourne's most Melbourne's finest vintage jazz orchestra. Now rebirth and celebrating our centenary, we invite you to Brunswick Ballroom to experience authentic swing, beloved classics, and the kind of vintage afternoon you heard about.
From "Happy Feet" to "Singin' in the Rain," And plenty rare gems, we rescued from the Jazz Age vault. Delicious food. Refreshing drinks. A dance floor that's been waiting all century is yours ! Kick up your heels and join the fun.
This is your afternoon to step out of 2026 and into 1928.
Come dressed in your finest Jazz Age glamour.
Prizes for 1920's best dressed!
18+
We had the best time! My group dressed to the theme and danced our hearts out!