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Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Cinema

#33 of 342 Wedding venues in Sydney
  8 reviews  â€“ 
80 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, 2010 –
Surry Hills, Sydney
From $3300
hire fee
Up to 56
seats
Up to 70
standing
Venue offers catering
European
cuisine
Parking available
Manager's avatar
Cindy Thach
Your Personal Event Manager from GOLDEN AGE CINEMA & BAR PTY LTD
Response rate: 96%
Response time: Within a few hours
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Partnered with Tagvenue for 7 years

This manager has been a trusted partner of Tagvenue, consistently recognised by customers for their reliability.

Excellent communication - 4.4/5
9 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.4. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Set in the heritage-listed Paramount Pictures Building, this cinema features a historic 1940s art deco aesthetic and an intimate, quiet space perfect for productions. Ideal for filming, interviews, or themed shoots, it offers natural light, unique backdrops, and a versatile atmosphere.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Bar at Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Bar
Bar
·
Private space
42 seats
70 standing
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...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Play your own music
from $3300 hire fee
Enquire now
Cinema and Bar at Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Cinema and Bar
Cinema
·
Whole venue
56 seats
60 standing
The venue is an intimate, low‑ceilinged screening room and adjoining bar/lounge finished in dark drapery, leather banquette seating and timber surfaces that create a warm, low‑key palette. Interior lighting sits at a low, warm level suited to projected screenings. Room features: The venue can play back film and presentation audio through a PA syst...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $3300 hire fee
Enquire now
Cinema at Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Cinema
Cinema
·
Private space
56 seats
70 standing
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...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Play your own music
from $3300 hire fee
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Party Canapé Package – Bar – 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
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.9
Amenities
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
4.4

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

TR
Terri R.
Verified review
Unusual Space · 50 guests · December 2022 · Cinema and Bar

The venue was fabulous. Alicia and Cindy were amazingly helpful in organising the booking, and the delivery of the event was outstanding. Very happy customer and guests.

Nothing,

5.0
TR
Terri R.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Alicia and Cindy were great to work with.

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

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Bar
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Monday
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Bar
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Tuesday
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Bar
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Wednesday
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Bar
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Thursday
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Bar
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Friday
9:00 am – 1:00 am
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Bar
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $3300–$5500 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
9:00 am – 1:00 am
from $3300 hire fee
Saturday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Bar
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
from $3300 hire fee
Cinema and Bar
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $3300 hire fee

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 70
standing
Up to 56
seats
In-house catering
European
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Accommodation available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Golden Age Cinema & Bar

Golden Age Cinema & Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Golden Age Cinema & Bar is a cinema and bar occupying the heritage-listed Paramount Pictures Building; the venue preserves 1940s art-deco interiors and the vintage screening-room character across its facilities.

Venue highlights: Multiple screening rooms plus a ground-floor bar and an original lounge provide separate bookable areas. The bar offers cocktails and a seasonal menu. On-site accommodation is available.

Best for: Private film screenings and special cinema events, and intimate private functions such as weddings and receptions that require a historic screening-room setting.

Location: Surry Hills. Paid off-site parking is available and the venue has a lift to all floors to assist load-ins and movement of equipment. The neighbourhood offers nearby cafes and hospitality within short walking distance.

What guests say: The host is responsive and helpful. The venue functions well for private events and weddings.

FAQ

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At Golden Age Cinema & Bar, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Golden Age Cinema & Bar:

  • Cinema and Bar hosting 50 guests: $6765.04
  • Cinema hosting 20 guests: $2400

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Golden Age Cinema & Bar is located at 80 Commonwealth Street, in Surry Hills, Sydney.

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