Baz Luhrmann Double Bill - Romeo + Juliet & EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
Description
FEBRUARY 7 2026 HOTA GOLD COAST
2:30pm - 5:45pm, Romeo + Juliet (1996)
7:00pm - 9:30pm, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
AACTA invites you to a rare cinematic event - a one-day celebration spanning three decades of Baz Luhrmann’s work.
The AACTA Festival presents a world-first Baz Luhrmann double bill. The 30th anniversary screening of Romeo + Juliet (1996), followed by the Australian Premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert. Two defining works, presented back-to-back for the first time.
Seen together, these films show the central role music plays in Luhrmann’s storytelling, from the genre-defining soundtrack that shaped Romeo + Juliet (1996) to the raw power of EPiC. Side by side they offer a rare perspective on the scale, ambition and evolution of one of Australia’s most influential filmmakers.
This is cinema as an event, as cinema was meant to be. Music as spectacle, and a one-of-a-kind festival experience.
Double Bill VIP Package includes:
Invitation to the Romeo + Juliet (1996) 30th Anniversary, screening & Q&A.
Invitation to the Australian Premiere and red-carpet event for EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
Reserved priority seating for both screenings
A celebratory glass of bubbles and complimentary popcorn
Catered light lunch between sessions
A landmark day of cinema, music and celebration, and one of the headline experiences of the AACTA Festival.
Double Bill Session Times
2:30pm to 5:15pm 30th Anniversary Screening of Romeo + Juliet w/ Q&A with Baz Luhrmann
6:00pm Red Carpet Arrivals for Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
6:30pm to 9:00pm Premiere Screening of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
Double Bill: Romeo + Juliet and EPiC
Baz Luhrmann Double Bill - Romeo + Juliet & EPiC
AACTA invites you to an unforgettable theatrical double feature from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann. Experience the Australian Premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley Live in Concert, followed by a special screening of Luhrmann’s iconic Romeo + Juliet. This exclusive package includes admission to a special 30th anniversary screening of Romeo + Juliet (1996) featuring a Q&A with Baz Luhrmann, and an invitation to the Australian premiere and red carpet for Luhrmann's latest film EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert. Inside the theatre, you'll have reserved VIP seating to both sessions and complimentary popcorn. Enjoy a celebratory glass of bubbles and a catered small lunch between sessions. Don't miss this once in a lifetime chance to step inside Luhrmann’s electrifying world. Session Times 2:30pm to 5:15pm 30th Anniversary Screening of Romeo + Juliet w/ Q&A with Baz Luhrmann 6:00pm Red Carpet Arrivals for Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert 6:30pm to 9:00pm Premiere Screening of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Q&A follows screening
Special Screenings
Romeo + Juliet 30th Anniversary Screening & Q&A with Baz Luhrmann
2:30 - 5:45 pm 7 February Romeo + Juliet (1996) 30th Anniversary Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Romeo + Juliet (1996) remains one of the most influential and distinctive films of modern cinema. Directed by Baz Luhrmann, the film reimagined Shakespeare’s tragedy through a bold contemporary lens, pairing heightened emotion, kinetic energy, a genre-defining soundtrack and striking visual style with unforgettable performances from Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes. In doing so, it introduced a new generation to Shakespeare and reshaped how classic texts could live on screen. This special anniversary event offers audiences the rare opportunity to experience the film on the big screen, followed by an in-conversation with Baz Luhrmann. One of Australia’s most visionary filmmakers, Luhrmann reflects on the making of Romeo + Juliet (1996), the creative risks behind its singular style, and the film’s enduring cultural legacy three decades on. Session Times Arrivals from 2pm Introductions and activities from 2:20pm Screening commences 3pm Q&A with Baz Luhrmann follows
Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
7:00pm - 9:30pm 7 February Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Join us for a stellar red-carpet evening as AACTA presents the Australian Premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, the groundbreaking new cinematic experience from visionary director Baz Luhrmann, created right here on the Gold Coast. Fresh from rave reviews at the Toronto International Film Festival, EPiC reimagines the power and presence of Elvis Presley for a new generation, blending cutting edge technology with electrifying concert footage, a full orchestra and Baz’s unmistakable cinematic flair. This is Elvis as you have never seen or heard him before. Session Times 6:00pm Red Carpet Arrivals for Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert 6:30pm to 9:00pm Premiere Screening of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Q&A follows screening
FAQs
- What does the Double Bill ticket include?
This exclusive, one-night-only package includes: - admission to Romeo + Juliet 30th Anniversary Screening & Q&A with Baz Luhrmann - an invitation to the premiere and red carpet for EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert - reserved priority seating to both sessions - celebratory glass of bubbles - complimentary popcorn - catered small lunch between sessions; - and an exclusive group photo with Baz Luhrmann.
- Which ticket do I select just to attend the Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert?
Outside the double bill the ticket allocation for Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is exhausted. Tickets to the Premiere are available through our Baz Luhrmann Double Bill Package. Select "Double Bill - Romeo + Juliet & EPiC Premiere" at the checkout.
- Which ticket do I select just to attend Romeo + Juliet 30th Anniversary Screening & Q&A with Baz Luhrmann?
Tickets to the Romeo + Juliet 30th Anniversary Screening & Q&A with Baz Luhrmann are available the check out. Hit "Buy Now" to continue and select the ticket type: Romeo + Juliet 30th Anniversary Screening & Q&A with Baz Luhrmann.
- I already have a ticket to Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, how do I upgrade to the Baz Luhrmann Double Bill Package?
Upgrades to the Baz Luhrmann Double Bill Package are available for people who have already purchased a ticket to Australian Premiere – EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert. Enter the Order ID from your original ticket purchase as a "Discount Code" at the checkout to unlock a reduced ticket price. It can only be used once, and for the quantity of tickets you originally purchased. You will be issued a new ticket QR code. Your unique upgrade offer expires 25/01/2026. After which, should you wish to upgrade you will need to contact progam@afi.org.au. Please note the Baz Luhrmann Double Bill Package tickets are limited.
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