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Free weekend screenings of Australian documentaries at the NFSA

Close up of women's shadows and hands painting the ancestral design of the Sugar leaf dreaming
A film crew member recording sound with a gorge and rocky landscape in the background.
Mac Silva at control desk of Sydney's first Indigenous radio station, Radio Redfern
Close -up of Kate Ceberano, smiling, photo of a ship in background
B&W Singer-songwriter Bob Randall, with guitar.
Vu Thi Mai Phuong and a student with traditional Vietnamese Bau instruments
Close up of women's shadows and hands painting the ancestral design of the Sugar leaf dreaming
A film crew member recording sound with a gorge and rocky landscape in the background.
Mac Silva at control desk of Sydney's first Indigenous radio station, Radio Redfern
Close -up of Kate Ceberano, smiling, photo of a ship in background
B&W Singer-songwriter Bob Randall, with guitar.

Overview

Every weekend, drop in for free documentaries in the NFSA Theatrette. Thought-provoking Australian documentaries will show on rotation each season, offering a window into key moments and conversations in our history and culture.

The Theatrette is the perfect place to spend a cosy morning or afternoon immersed in Australia's audiovisual culture. Enjoy a coffee in the courtyard before or after the doco and discover other gems from the collection screening in the Mediatheque or on display in The Library, Kookaburra Room or in our Recent Relics installation. Explore what's on offer in our heritage building

Screenings are every Saturday and Sunday commencing at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm – drop in at any time throughout the screening. Entry is free and no bookings are required.

Dates

21 Jun – 31 Aug 2025
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Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
National Film and Sound Archive of AustraliaMcCoy Circuit, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Conference/Function Facilities
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Public Toilet
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Accessibility statement