Bar at Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Bar in a Cinema
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Private space
80 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, 2010 –
Surry Hills, Sydney

About this space

VENUE OVERVIEW

Golden Age Cinema & Bar is a heritage listed boutique theatrette, nestled in Surry Hills in what was once Sydney's Hollywood Quarter. Originally constructed in 1940 and utilised as the home of Paramount Pictures in Sydney until the 1970s, the theatrette’s patronage changed dramatically over the decades from local exhibitors and film executives to sharp-tongued critics, and welcomed in servicemen and women to view newsreels during World War II.

Since 2013, our David Lynch-inspired venue has been home to an award-winning independent cinema program, live music, film trivia, a seasonal food menu and carefully crafted cocktails. Hire our Cinema & Bar today to experience the elegance and allure of the Golden Age.

THE BAR

Immerse yourself in the dim warm lights, plush velvet curtains, leather seats and mahogany walls of our Old Hollywood bar. Equipped with stage and sound gear, a hidden mirrored stage, skilled bartenders, and curated food and beverage packages, the Golden Age Bar is the perfect backdrop for your brand activations, team celebrations, birthdays and weddings. The Golden Age Bar can host up to 35 guests in a relaxed seating format, or up to 70 guests cocktail style. Make your event truly remarkable in one of Sydney's finest spaces.


Offers and packages

Menu


Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

$5000 hire fee
+ $4000 min. spend

Celebrate Christmas in our Old Hollywood bar with the Director’s Canapé Package — curated bites made for mingling. Minimum spend: Monday–Thursday $4000; Friday $6000. Hire fee $5000.

Christmas Party Canapé Package – Bar
$55 per person

• Director’s Canapé Package — curated canapés for standing receptions

CANAPÉS
1. Caprese Skewer
2. Pumpkin Arancini
3. Chickpea Falafel w. Tahini
4. Moroccan Grilled Chicken Skewer w. Garlic Aioli
5. Fish Taco
6. Beef Slider or Southern Fried Chicken Slider

Wedding Offers

$8000 hire fee
+ $7000 min. spend

Host your wedding in the Bar with our premium Producer’s Canapé Package — oysters, truffle croquettes and tuna bites.

The Producer’s Package – Bar
$70 per person

• Canapés are one item per guest

CANAPÉS
1. Merimbula rock oyster
2. Gilda pintxo
3. Stracciatella crostini
4. Pumpkin arancini
5. Macaroni & cheese croquette
6. Moroccan grilled chicken skewer
7. Raw bluefin tuna on sesame crisp


Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Per morning
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per afternoon
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per day
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $5500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Per morning
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per afternoon
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per day
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $5500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Per morning
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per afternoon
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per day
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $5500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Per morning
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per afternoon
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per day
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $5500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Per morning
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per afternoon
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per day
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $5500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Per morning
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
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Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 70
  • Dining
    up to 42

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
European cuisine
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Backdrops Photography backdrops available
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Quiet space
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 9:00 pm

Host rules

No smoking or vaping in the building
No smoke/fog machines
Outside catering is allowed for an additional fee
No BYO

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(8 reviews and ratings - )

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DO
Dean O.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
MK
Marie K.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

Yes. The hidden stage in the bar can be used for a DJ, live band, or other entertainment, and stage and sound equipment is available.

Yes, the minimum food and beverage spend is separate from the venue hire fee.


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