Documentary Screenings Melbourne

Try Screen Acting - Free Workshop

# 🎬 MELBOURNE ACTOR SOCIAL 🎭 ## FREE INTRODUCTORY SCREEN ACTING WORKSHOP **Ever wanted to try screen acting?** Melbourne Actor Social is a new community for actors, aspiring actors and creatives in Melbourne who want to **connect, meet new people and have fun with screen acting.** For our very first workshop, we're inviting you to come along, meet other actors and **get in front of the camera yourself.** Whether you've been acting for years or you've **never acted before**, you're welcome. ### 🎥 WHAT YOU'LL DO This isn't just a workshop where you sit and listen. You'll have the opportunity to: 🎭 Take part in acting warm-ups and exercises 🎬 Learn some basic screen-acting techniques 🤝 Work with other participants 📖 Rehearse a short scene 🎥 **Get in front of the camera** 🎬 Perform your scene and experience what it's like to act for screen 📧 **Receive a copy of your recorded content after the workshop** 🤝 Meet and connect with other Melbourne actors and creatives ### 🌟 NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Never done screen acting before? **That's completely fine.** This workshop is designed to be relaxed, friendly and encouraging. You don't need to be a professional actor, have an agent or have a screen-acting résumé. If you've always thought: *"I'd love to try acting but I don't know where to start..."* **This is your chance.** ### 💰 FIRST WORKSHOP — FREE The workshop itself is **FREE**. A **$20 non-refundable registration fee** is required to secure your place. The registration fee helps us manage our limited places and reduce last-minute cancellations and no-shows. ### 👥 LIMITED TO 25 PARTICIPANTS We're keeping our first workshop small so that everyone has an opportunity to participate and get time in front of the camera. **Only 25 places available.** ### 📹 YOUR FOOTAGE Participants will have the opportunity to be recorded performing their scene. A copy of your recorded content will be **emailed to you after the workshop.** So you'll leave with more than just the experience — you'll have footage of yourself performing on camera. ### 🎬 THE IDEA Melbourne Actor Social isn't about egos or competition. It's about bringing Melbourne's acting community together. **Meet people. Try things. Create something. Have fun.** Whether you're an experienced actor or someone taking their very first step into screen acting... **Come and give it a go.** 🎥 *** ### 📍 EVENT DETAILS **Melbourne Actor Social — Free Introductory Screen Acting Workshop** 📅 Date: Saturday 10/10/26 ⏰ Time: 1100 📍 Location: Ringwood 👥 Places: 25 💰 Workshop: FREE 🎟️ Registration: $25.00 non-refundable **No experience required.** **Come along. Get in front of the camera. Meet other actors. Have some fun.** 🎬 **MELBOURNE ACTOR SOCIAL** *Connect. Create. Have fun.*

Adventure Reels Tour 2026

Join me for a big night of adventure films at The Capitol on Swanston Street. The Adventure Reels Tour is a curated collection of short action-sports films from around the world — skiing, climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, wing-suits — all packed into around two and a half hours on the big screen. The Capitol is one of Melbourne's most beautiful cinemas, so it's a lovely spot to sit back and watch people do slightly unreasonable things on mountains. We'll meet outside Starbucks at 117 Swanston Street at 6:30pm for a quick hello, then walk over to The Capitol together around 6:40pm so we're seated before the films start at 7:00pm. Afterwards we'll head out together and anyone who wants to keep chatting can. This is a casual social meetup so we can go along together — it isn't run by or affiliated with Adventure Reels or The Capitol. Please book your own ticket directly through Humanitix; an RSVP here doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who loves adventure films, the outdoors, or just a good night at the cinema * No experience or fitness required — this one's all sitting down * Coming solo is completely fine, plenty of people do **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGJZqq4kfuuZKiQm7 * Tickets (Humanitix): https://events.humanitix.com/adventure-reels-tour-melbourne-capitol-thurs-15-oct-26-7pm * Adventure Reels Tour: https://adventurereelstour.com.au/ * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgQDGgAZxtE **Timeline** * 6:30pm – Meet outside Starbucks (117 Swanston Street) and say hello * 6:40pm – Walk over to The Capitol and find seats together * 7:00pm – Films start * 10:00pm – Films finish and the meetup wraps up **Tickets / cost** * You book and pay for your own ticket directly with Humanitix. * Book ahead — these screenings can sell out. * Seating is not allocated, so arriving early gives us a good shot at sitting together. **Transport** * The Capitol is at 113 Swanston Street, right in the city — easy on foot from Flinders Street or Melbourne Central. * Trams along Swanston Street stop practically at the door. * Parking in the CBD is limited and pricey on a Thursday night, so public transport is easier if you can. **Bring** * Your ticket * A jacket **Expect** * Pace: relaxed, mostly sitting in the dark watching films * Vibe: friendly and low-key, a chat before and after * Group style: come as you are, solo attendees very welcome **Important notes** * Please book your own ticket in advance. A Meetup RSVP is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry. * This is an independently arranged social meetup, not an official Adventure Reels or Capitol event, and it isn't endorsed by them. * Once the films start we'll be quiet and in our seats, so the socialising happens before and after. * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions on the night. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Planetarium Nights: Unseen Earth + What's in the Sky Tonight

Join me for a night under the dome at Melbourne Planetarium, where Scienceworks reopens after hours for an adults-only fulldome screening. The 7:30pm session pairs **What's in the Sky Tonight** – a live, presenter-led tour of the current night sky – with **Unseen Earth: Observe, Understand, Respond**, a 28-minute fulldome film about how Earth observation reveals the hidden workings of our own planet. It's a lovely way to spend a Friday evening: reclined seats, a full dome overhead, and someone who really knows the sky pointing out what's up there right now. We'll meet outside the Planetarium gates at 7:00pm for a quick hello, head inside around 7:10pm, and take our seats before the 7:30pm start. The whole thing wraps up around 8:30pm. A couple of important things: this is a casual social meetup so we can go along together – it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Scienceworks or Museums Victoria. **You'll need to book your own ticket directly with them, and an RSVP here doesn't include entry.** Scienceworks also notes that late entry into the Planetarium is not permitted, so please don't cut it fine. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious about space, astronomy, or Earth science – no background knowledge needed * People who'd enjoy a relaxed, low-key evening rather than a loud night out * This is an 18+ event, so please note it's adults only * Coming on your own? Absolutely welcome – plenty of people do, and it's easy to say hello before we head in **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XZy9qVvzwtqU6jSGA * Planetarium Nights info and tickets: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/whats-on/planetarium-nights/ **Timeline** * 7:00pm – Meet outside the Planetarium gates and say hello * 7:10pm – Head inside the Planetarium * 7:30pm – Screening starts (What's in the Sky Tonight + Unseen Earth) * \~8:30pm – Screening ends and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * Everyone books and pays for their own ticket directly through Museums Victoria – there's no group booking. * Museums Victoria currently lists single-session tickets at $25 adult, $22 concession and $20 for members. Please check the link above for the current price before you book. * Make sure you book the **7:30pm session on Friday 16 October 2026** so we're all in the same screening. * Sessions can sell out, so it's worth booking early. **Transport** * Scienceworks is a short walk from Spotswood station, which is an easy trip on the Williamstown line. **Bring** * Your ticket * A warm layer – October evenings in Melbourne can turn cool * ID if you look under 18, since it's an 18+ event * Cash or card if you'd like a drink from the bar **Expect** * Difficulty: none – it's sitting back and looking up * Pace: relaxed * Vibe: friendly, curious, low-pressure * Group style: a casual social group, easy to join solo **Important notes** * This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can attend together. It isn't organised by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Scienceworks or Museums Victoria. * An RSVP here is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry – please book your own ticket directly. * Scienceworks says late entry into the Planetarium is not permitted, and asks that you arrive at the show entry 15 minutes before the start time. Please aim to be at the meeting point by 7:00pm so we're all seated in good time. * This is an 18+ event. * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions on the night, and look after yourself getting to and from the venue. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear for everyone.

Queen Budapest @ IMAX Museum & Dinner @ St Andrew's Hotel (both optional)

Gravity 3D at IMAX Melbourne

Join me for *Gravity* in 3D on the giant screen at IMAX Melbourne on Sunday 11 October. It's one of those films that really belongs in a cinema this size — the kind of thing that's worth leaving the couch for. We'll meet outside the IMAX Melbourne gates at 6:15pm for a quick hello, head in together around 6:25pm to get seated, and the film starts at 6:35pm. It should wrap up around 8:15pm, and that's where the meetup finishes. This is just a casual social group going along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by IMAX Melbourne. Please book your own ticket directly with them; an RSVP here is not a ticket and doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who enjoys big-screen cinema and doesn't want to go on their own * People who are happy with a relaxed, low-key meetup — we say hi before, watch a film, and part ways after * Coming solo? Very welcome. Most people do, and that's the whole point **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nheDYkgFXyMURvzc8 * Tickets / session info: https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/films/GRAVITY-3D/HO00000113 * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JML-WzLUNmg **Timeline** * 6:15pm – Meet outside the IMAX Melbourne gates and say hello * 6:25pm – Head inside and get seated * 6:35pm – Film starts * \~8:15pm – Film ends and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * Book your own ticket directly through IMAX Melbourne using the link above. * I'm in seat E20. If you'd like to sit near the group, pick a seat close to that one when you book. * Book early if you can — popular sessions can sell out, and seats near mine will go first. **Transport** * IMAX Melbourne is in Carlton, right by Melbourne Museum and Carlton Gardens. * Trams along Nicholson and Rathdowne Streets stop nearby, and Parliament Station is a walk away through the gardens. * There is paid parking under the museum if you're driving — check current rates yourself before you rely on it. **Expect** * Difficulty: none — it's a movie * Pace: relaxed, with a short catch-up before the film * Vibe: friendly and low-pressure, no need to know anyone * Group style: we sit together where seating allows, and there's no obligation to stay and chat afterwards **Important notes** * Please book and pay for your own ticket directly with IMAX Melbourne. * This meetup isn't organised by or affiliated with IMAX Melbourne — I've just arranged for a few of us to go along together. * Please arrive by 6:15pm so we can get in and seated before the film starts. If you're running late, head straight in — I'd rather you catch the film than miss the start looking for us. * Session times can change at the venue's discretion, so double-check your booking on the day. * Follow cinema rules and staff instructions, and please keep phones away once the film starts. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

50+ Filmmakers/Actors Gather Every Wednesday - Join Us!

Join us every **Wednesday at 5 PM** at the Emporium food court (located behind Grill’d Burger Restaurant in the CBD, not near Melbourne Station) for a dynamic networking event tailored for filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts. Afterward, we continue the evening with Happy Hour drinks at a nearby bar and a chance to grab dinner together. Understanding that schedules vary, feel free to join at any time that suits you. Rain or shine, our community has gathered every week for the past year, maintaining a consistent and welcoming environment. Our group has grown remarkably, with a **weekly turnout of over 50 participants**, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Feel free to bring friends interested in filmmaking; it’s a great way to introduce new faces to our expanding network. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favorite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded individuals, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. At **7 PM**, we move to 'Champagne Problems', a five-minute walk away, where we continue networking in a more formal setting over drinks and food. This change of venue offers an ideal environment to keep conversations flowing. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance and become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. Though the event begins in the afternoon, the relationships you build here can last well into the night and beyond. **What to Expect:** *Our Wednesday meetup is primarily a large networking event for industry professionals. There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Conversations flow freely around the table, fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie. Beyond Wednesdays, we also host exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more. Each week brings fresh dialogues—some participants discuss their weekend shoots, others exchange insights with seasoned producers and directors, and a few engage in filmmaking exercises. It’s a space designed for creative engagement without strict structure or formal oversight.* \*Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

Magic Show at Laneway Theatre

Please note tickets tend to sell out at least 4 weeks in advance. Follow the link below to book your ticket. Hidden down a dark laneway in Northcote you’ll discover one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets. You’ll receive an email detailing how to get there, and if you decide not to tell your friends where you’re taking them, it’s even more fun. You’ll guide them down a spooky laneway and knock on an unmarked wooden door. Once it opens, take them into a graveyard, past a bottomless pit, and through an occupied coffin before the gold class luxury of The Laneway Theatre is revealed. Join us in October for a Live Horror Show as part of the Melbourne Fringe festival. This is a magic show unlike anything you've ever seen before. In the style of the French horror theatre 'Grand Guignol', award-winning magician Tim Ellis tells the story of a psychopath looking back on his life and questioning his own reality. Using projections, music, sound effects, minimal lighting and no dialogue... magic effects are incorporated to bring the most graphic corners of his imagination to life. This is unsettling, uncomfortable, and unforgettable. Ticket link below. https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/darkness-is-coming

The Italian Film Festival Sesh: Luchino Visconti's 'Bellissima' 🇮🇹❤️📽

Ciao a tutti! We'll be checking out Luchino Visconti's film, 'Bellissima', at Astor Theatre, as part of the Italian Film Festival. ❤️ 🇮🇹 We'll meet at the couches opposite the candy bar at Astor on Sunday the 30/9, at 6:45pm. The film will start at 7:00pm. (Look out for the guy with the Mohawk-y haircut!) Please visit Astor's website for ticket purchasing information: https://www.astortheatre.net.au/sessions/2026-09-30-1900 Looking forward to seeing you all then. Grazie molto!

Victorian Seniors Festival Launch and ACMI Movies

MFF: A Completely Improvised Zombie Apocalypse

Free Street Circus: Ocker by Na Djinang Circus

Join me for a free, hour-long street circus show in the middle of Footscray. **Ocker** is a roving outdoor performance by Na Djinang Circus, a First Nations-led contemporary circus company, presented as part of Melbourne Fringe. Performers lay and pull up a portable railway track in real time, moving through the mall with acrobatics, physical theatre and music while the audience follows along. It's a big, strange, funny, occasionally confronting look at Australian identity, performed on concrete rather than in a theatre. We'll meet at Crumbz Deli in Nicholson St Mall at 11:30am for a quick coffee, then wander over to the performance area around 11:45am to find a good spot before it kicks off at 12pm. It runs for about an hour, and afterwards anyone who's keen can grab lunch at one of the many spots around Footscray. This is a free event with no ticket and no booking — just turn up. It's also a standing, moving show, so you'll be on your feet and shifting around with the crowd for the hour. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious about circus, street performance or Fringe who'd rather try something unusual than sit in a cinema * People who enjoy a relaxed morning out in Footscray with a coffee and good company * Coming on your own? Perfect — plenty of people do, and it's an easy one to join solo **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3HanP9YVyS3BZmeh9 * Ocker on Melbourne Fringe: https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/ocker * Na Djinang Circus company trailer: https://vimeo.com/1062624428 **Timeline** * 11:30am – Meet at Crumbz Deli, grab a coffee and say hi * 11:45am – Head over to the performance area and find a spot * 12:00pm – Circus performance starts * 1:00pm – Circus performance ends * Afterwards – Optional lunch nearby for anyone who wants to stay on **Tickets / cost** Ocker is free and doesn't require a ticket or booking — Melbourne Fringe lists it as a free public event, so we can simply show up. You'll just need to cover your own coffee at Crumbz Deli and lunch afterwards if you join for that. **Transport** Footscray Station is a short walk from Nicholson St Mall and is served by several train lines plus a number of bus routes, so public transport is easily the simplest way in. **Bring** * Weather-appropriate clothing — this is an outdoor show * Comfortable shoes for standing and moving around * Hat, sunscreen or a rain jacket depending on the day * Money/card for coffee and lunch **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy, but you'll be standing and walking for around an hour * Pace: Relaxed — the show moves, and we move with it * Vibe: Casual, curious, outdoors, a bit unpredictable * Group style: Come and go as you like; the coffee before and lunch after are both optional **Important notes** * This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can head along together. It isn't run by, affiliated with or endorsed by Na Djinang Circus or Melbourne Fringe, and I'm not the organiser of the performance itself. * An RSVP here isn't a ticket. The show is free and unticketed, but entry and viewing are up to the venue and the performers on the day. * Melbourne Fringe notes a content warning for colonisation, and the show deals with Australian identity in a direct way. Worth knowing before you come. * It's listed as a predominantly standing event that requires audience mobility — you'll need to move with the performance. Melbourne Fringe also lists it as wheelchair accessible. * Being outdoors, it's weather-dependent and details can change at short notice. I'll post an update here if I hear anything, but it's worth checking the Melbourne Fringe page on the day too. * Please follow any instructions from the performers, crew or council staff, and give the performance space room — there's real acrobatics happening on hard ground. * You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the day. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Melbourne Ska Orchestra - Northcote Theatre

MELBOURNE SKA ORCHESTRA feat. Out Of Control Army (MEX) Friday October 2nd 7.30pm Northcote Theatre This one's history in the making. Melbourne Ska Orchestra ride into town with the super deluxe edition of their acclaimed album The Ballad of Monte Loco and this special night, they're not riding alone. All the way from Mexico City come Out Of Control Army, one of the most explosive forces in global ska, here for their very first Australian appearance. In 2024, OCA brought MSO to Mexico for an unforgettable feature concert at the legendary Teatro Metropólitan. Now the favour is returned on home soil. International ska powerhouses, one stage, one night only. Don't miss the showdown. Buy your ticket $78 plus booking fee https://m.moshtix.com.au/v2/event/monte-loco-rides-again-melbourne-ska-orchestra-feat-out-of-control-army-mex/195761?ref=RSS_northcotetheatre&skin=northcotetheatre Important info You are responsible for your own ticket Meet out the front of Northcote Theatre 7.30pm Set times TBC Location of group will be posted once inside, I don't check my phone once the music starts