Events

We're back with an even bigger program of 35mm and 70mm screenings, showcasing masterpieces from the 1920s to now across almost 50 weeks.

The extraordinary, internationally acclaimed Yi Yi, returns to cinemas for its 25th Anniversary in a new 4K restoration.

Your presents is required for our 12-film countdown to Christmas!

They had style, they had grace. Our Classic Matinees program showcases the greatest and most glamorous pictures from the Golden Age of Hollywood and beyond.

A weekly series of kids and family classics screening on Saturdays and Sundays at 11am.

Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another screens in 70mm exclusively at the Ritz.

Our Cult Classics calendar is all killer no filler.

We're excited to host a Q&A screening of The Golden Spurtle with director Constantine Costi and two-time Porridge Champion Finalist & restaurateur Toby Wilson.

After the immense popularity at JIFF 2025, To Be a Jew: Frank Lowy In His Own Words screens for a one-off encore.

We’re making a song-and-dance of the movie musical, with another year-long celebration of the best and boldest films the genre has to offer.

Richard Linklater's Nouvelle Vague & Jean-Luc Godard's Breathless screen back-to-back.

Meet Cute at the movies with our celebration of the best romantic comedies in cinema history.

Be the first to see James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash, which sees Jake and Neytiri's family grapple with grief and new rivals, at our Night Before Preview.

Over a five decade career, Jim Jarmusch has forged a universe of his own – brooding, witty and cool.

Preview Joachim Trier's powerhouse family drama Sentimental Value on Sunday 21 December, starring Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve and Elle Fanning.

Bring in the New Year at Ritz with a glass of sparkling at a special preview of the Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson led Song Sung Blue.

Bring in the New Year with a glass of sparkling and a special preview of The Choral, starring Ralph Finnes.

Send 2025 off with a cinematic bang at Ritz! Our New Year's Eve program includes preview screenings of Song Sung Blue and The Choral – both with a glass of sparkling on arrival!

The world famous Comedy Store is bringing the best in stand-up comedy to the iconic Ritz cinema! Presented on the first Wednesday of every month.

Over 10 days, we explore Park’s cinema, beginning with an early preview of his latest film, the acclaimed revenge thriller No Other Choice.

Master filmmaker Park Chan-wook's latest black comedy thriller No Other Choice screens early on Friday 9 January.

Academy Award-winning writer/director Chloé Zhao takes us on a powerful journey with Hamnet.

See It Was Just an Accident, the acclaimed, Palme d'Or-winning film from master director Jafar Panahi, at our special preview screening on Thursday 15 January at 6:45pm.

Be the first to see Kleber Mendonça Filho's panoramic political thriller The Secret Agent, winner of Best Director and Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival.

We're excited to host a Q&A screening of the new Aussie feature Pasa Faho with director Kalu Oji and producers Mimo Mukii and Ivy Mutuku.

My log has a message for you. Twin Peaks: The Return screens on 24 & 25 January.

Pair a pinot with a preview screening of Richard Linklater's Blue Moon, starring Ethan Hawke, Margaret Qualley and Andrew Scott.

Acclaimed director Sophie Hyde (Good Luck to You, Leo Grande) joins us at the Ritz for a Q&A screening of her new film Jimpa.

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.

Immerse yourself in a breathtaking 3-hour journey through the world's most spectacular marine environments.

The swinging live show Dancing in the Shadows of Motown is back at the Ritz with a new look show and even more magic Motown hits!

We're excited to host a Q&A screening of Bonegilla - The Migrant's Journey, with director Simon Reich and a live musical performance of the film soundtrack.

We are bringing back the biggest night of laughs straight to the Ritz! The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase is bringing a killer cast of the top picks from the from the 2026 Festival, right to your door!

Presented by World Expeditions, the 2026 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour delivers a thrilling 3-hour adventure through the world of extreme mountain sports.

We're bringing breathtaking real-life adventures and glorious outdoor vistas to the big screen.

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen.

Crying, kicking, screaming is welcome, and that goes for the babies as well.

An offer you can't refuse. Tickets are $8 tickets members and $12 for non-members all day and night on Tuesdays.

Presenting a selection of the best live theatre performances from The Metropolitan Opera on the big screen.

The best of British theatre on our cinema screens.

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

$10 tickets for senior members and $12 tickets for non-members on weekdays before 4pm!

Procrastinate smarter, not harder. Enjoy $8 tickets for student members and $12 for student non-members all day and night on Mondays.*

Presenting exclusive shows in original 35mm and 70mm prints year-round.