Capitol Theatre continues its celebration of Hollywood’s Golden Age this April, closing out the first season of its Classics at Capitol programme with Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary thriller North by Northwest (1959). Presented in the opulent, historic theatre, the screenings offer movie lovers a rare chance to experience a cinematic masterpiece on the big screen.
The Cary Grant–led spy adventure will be shown on 8, 22, 26 and 28 April, bringing the programme’s first chapter to an exciting finish. But fans of classic cinema can rest easy, Season Two has already been announced, kicking off with The Wizard of Oz (1939) in May, followed by The Apartment (1960) in July.
Dive Into Hitchcock’s Suspenseful World
Screening dates for North by Northwest:
- Wednesday, 8 April, 7:30 pm
- Wednesday, 22 April, 7:30 pm
- Sunday, 26 April, 5 pm
- Tuesday, 28 April, 7:30 pm
This iconic Hitchcock thriller follows an unsuspecting ad executive swept into a whirlwind of espionage, mistaken identity and high-stakes chases, all anchored by Cary Grant’s unforgettable performance.
Two of the screenings will feature special speaker sessions:
- 26 April (post-screening): A moderated panel on Hitchcock’s influence featuring Professor Adam Knee (LASALLE College of the Arts), Dr Timothy R White (Missouri State University), and filmmaker-playwright Ken Kwek.
- 28 April (pre-screening): An introductory talk by Khoo Sim Eng, Head of Programme for Film Studies at the Singapore University of Social Sciences.
Tickets are now available via SISTIC.
Make It a Night Out With Dining Perks
Capitol Theatre ticket holders can enhance their movie night with exclusive promotions at selected dining spots around Capitol Singapore:
- Capitol Bistro. Bar. Patisserie (#01-86/87): 20% off total bill
- The Masses (#01-84): All-day Happy Hour + 15% off total bill
- Ka-EN Grill & Sushi Bar (#01-82): $3 Japanese oysters + drinks specials including $8 Kakubin Highballs
- Nalan (#B2-54): 15% off à la carte menu
A Look Back at Season One
The first season of Classics at Capitol launched in February with three beloved films curated by film lecturer and writer Dr Ben Slater:
- February: Singin’ in the Rain (1952) — the timeless musical featuring dazzling choreography and iconic performances by Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor.
- March: Lawrence of Arabia (1962) — David Lean’s sweeping epic known for its stunning landscapes and Peter O’Toole’s career-defining role.
- April: North by Northwest (1959) — Hitchcock’s stylish, fast-paced thriller to close out the season.
Designed to revive the magic of communal movie-going in a grand heritage space, the programme continues to bring iconic films back to life for a new generation of audiences.
