Events

We’re celebrating our 85th birthday by screening 85 iconic films in 85 days. From A STAR IS BORN (1937) to the first Australian screening of THE GREEN KNIGHT (2021), our biggest retro program ever has a film from every year of the Ritz's storied and tumultuous history.

Australia on Celluloid is a celebration of our country’s rich film heritage, with special 35mm screenings of iconic films presented together for the first time. Presented by Ritz Cinemas, the National Film and Sound Archive and Umbrella Entertainment.

Ritz Cult Classics revisits silver screen hits from the early 20th century until now.

Celebrate the birthday of pop icon George Michael with the career-spanning documentary GEORGE MICHAEL FREEDOM UNCUT. Screening for a strictly limited time.

We're proud to be hosting the Polish Film Festival Sydney 2022 at the Ritz! Screening the best in Polish filmmaking, Saturday 28 May - Sunday 26 June.

Strip bare (or to undies) for this special event screening of NUDE TUESDAY, a delightfully bonkers comedy that truly bares all.

Preview THE BLACK PHONE, the highly anticipated new horror film that re-teams Ethan Hawke with director Scott Derrickson (Sinister), with a complimentary Young Henrys beer on arrival and cheap frothies from the bar.

Movie Club Members are invited to preview this beautiful and romantic European film, set on a gorgeous Arctic train journey.

We're presenting a very special double-bill of classic Doctor Who films starring Peter Cushing! See cult favourites DR. WHO AND THE DALEKS (1965) and THE DALEKS' INVASION OF EARTH (1966) on the big screen, regenerated into glorious 4K.

Movie Club Members are invited to preview this uplifting and hilarious film, starring Mark Rylance and based on the unbelievable true story of the world's most heart-warming sports hoax.

Presenting a special Q&A screening of THE SIEGE OF ROBIN HOOD, an action-heavy reinvention of the legend of Robin Hood, featuring director Paul Allica and star David Macrae.

Preview the highly-anticipated blockbuster WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING, based on the bestselling book, and enjoy a complimentary glass of pinot. In partnership with First Creek Wines.

PRINCESS MONONOKE, the epic masterpiece from acclaimed animator Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, turns 25 this year. To celebrate, we're bringing it back to the big screen for one night only on Friday 15 July, 6.45pm.

The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour screens over 2 hours of the most inspirational, heartwarming and entertaining films celebrating women in adventure from around the globe.

Park Chan-wook's blood-soaked Korean revenge thriller OLDBOY (2003) returns to the big screen in a glorious new 4K remaster. Screening for a strictly limited time only.

We're proud to present a special Q&A screening of Australian classic NEWSFRONT (1978) in 35mm, featuring star Chris Haywood, director Phillip Noyce and producer David Elfick.

Presenting a special Q&A screening of EVERYBODY'S OMA, the powerfully moving new Australian documentary, featuring director (and son) Jason van Genderen and his wife Megan van Genderen.

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.

We would like, if we may, to take you one a strange journey. Dress for a trip to Transylvania with our fabulous interactive screenings, running on the first Friday of every second month. Includes sparkling on arrival.

Celebrate man's best friend with this heartwarming collection of dog-umentaries at TOP DOG FILM FESTIVAL 2022.

The wait is over! After two long years maestro Andre Rieu returns with another grand concert from his hometown of Maastricht. Three sessions only, from Saturday 27 August - Monday 29 August.

We're proud to celebrate a milestone in Australian cinema with this 40th anniversary screening of THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER (1982), presented in stunning 35mm. Event also includes a post-screening Q&A with star Tom Burlinson. Glass of sparkling on arrival.

Do Go On presents a special screening of everyone’s favourite Brendan Fraser film, followed by a live podcast recording!

Popular comedy podcast Do Go On records LIVE at the Ritz! Presented by comedians Matt Stewart, Jess Perkins and Dave Warneke.

We're proud to present a special Q&A screening of Award-Winning Australian feature EDWARD AND ISABELLA, featuring writer/director Adam Morris and editor Talarah Pedrocchi Roelofs.

We're celebrating the centenary of Italian director Pier Paolo Pasolini's birth by screening nine masterworks from this peerless provocateur.

Celebrate the musical legacies of two legendary artists, Elton John and Billy Joel, at this fantastic tribute concert! One night only on Friday 21 October.

See the Socceroos' pivotal FIFA matches LIVE on the big screen!

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

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

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

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

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen. 

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

Rediscover the magic of the original master of film comedy, Charlie Chaplin, with this glorious program of his greatest films.

Enjoy previews of these fresh films with a complimentary Young Henrys beer on arrival*, plus cheap frothies from the bar until close.

Attention Ritz Superfans! We have a limited supply of Ritz t-shirts available for sale in the gift shop. Get yours today!

The best of British theatre on our cinema screens.