Recent social media posts
10/09/2026
Come catch some short films at Kino’s “open-mic” short film screening night on at Petersham Bowling Club Wednesday, September 16th.
Doors open 7pm, with live music, pub food and craft beer also on the menu.
For tickets, info or want to screen your film: head to www.kinosydney.com
02/09/2026
In amongst the animation tonight is a documentary shot in the Royal National Park called ‘Maliyan’ by Ikko Ehode Arimoto.
Soak in the nature and beautiful landscape shots, with a bit of poetry. Screening tonight at ACE
Doors open 7pm with live music from RUKI kicking off the night before we delve into some films.
Tickets available at the door or through our link in our bio.
01/09/2026
Screening tonight at ACE is a music video by animator Jaime Jowono - Jaime Evan Jowono Check out this wacky animation as well as other short films tonight.
Doors open 7pm, kicking off with live music by RUKI followed by shorts film, with complimentary popcorn and sweet treats.
Tickets available at the door or through the link in our website.
01/09/2026
‘Lay Low’ by Michael Pollard - Michael Pollard - screens this Wednesday at ACE
Being an actor, Michael makes his first live action directorial debut. Having first screened Lay Low at our Petersham screening, Lay Low is back with some new alterations. We love a filmmaker enthusiastic to learn and develop their craft, and Michael’s enthusiasm sure is invigorating.
Come along to our screening at ACE this Wednesday to check out short films, as well as enjoy some live music, complimentary popcorn and sweet treats. Doors open 7pm. Tickets available at the door or through Humanitix.
01/09/2026
Made at ACE during our stop animation workshop, ‘Just Breathe’ by Una Cha - Una Cha - screens this Wednesday at ACE.
This short is a little snippet of frustration one may feel as working ants in this capitalist society.
Catch this as well as other shorts this Wednesday from 7pm, along with live music from RUKI and complimentary popcorn and sweet treats.
For more details, head to the link in our bio.
30/08/2026
Love short films mixed in with some live music and all you can eat popcorn? Then come along this Wednesday to ACE from 7pm. RUKI kick off the night with some live tunes, followed by short films and stop animations we made last weekend at ACE. There’s also complimentary soft drinks, sweet treats and popcorn.
For more info, head to the link in our bio.
Interested in screening? There’s still time to submit your film to the lineup. Entries close Tuesday at midnight.
19/08/2026
Come and be part of the fun and make some stop-motion animation with us this Sunday at ACE
Best part is that entry is free.
We’ll be making claymations, junkmation and playing with puppets, you name it. There will be a small selection of props and backdrops to choose, but feel free to bring come or just make them on the day. Participants will form groups and make some silly, serious or outlandish shorts that we’ll screen at ACE on September 2nd.
It’s a fun way to get creative, meet fellow creatives and see what your imagination can come up with.
The deets:
Sunday, August 23rd from 10am - 4pm
Sign up through Humanitix and grab yourself a free ticket.
18/08/2026
Screening at Petersham Bowling Club this Wednesday is ‘Gloria’ by Amelia Conway - Amelia Conway
‘Gloria’ explores the vouyeristic male gaze and the demand for content of female bodies via online platforms - and the effect it can have on both those demanding it and supplying it. Buying into a fantasy that is fake, performed and removed from their identities.
You can catch this and other shorts, plus live music and pub food.
Doors open 7pm. Tickets available at the door or through Humanitix.
17/08/2026
Screening this Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club is ‘Blood Whispers’ by James Caley. Presented as a short, this is a sneak preview to an upcoming independent feature film set to release later this year. A gothic tale of love and romance in the modern age. Two detectives follow a path of grisly murders. At the centre of it, a model, who is rekindling a relationship with an old flame.
Catch this and other shorts this Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club. Doors open 7pm, with live music and pub food/music to enjoy too.
Tickets are available at the door or through the link in our bio.
14/08/2026
Catch live music and short films at Petersham Bowling Club next week on Wednesday. Our monthly ‘open-mic’ short film screening is a perfect way to meet local filmmakers, as well as discover local films. Not only that, there’s pub food and craft beer to lap up, along with live music from our favourite duo RUKI
The deets:
- Doors open from 7pm on August 19th at Petersham Bowling Club
- You can submit your short films by Tuesday night
- Tickets available at the door or through Humanitix (link in our bio)
14/07/2026
Philosophers since the dawn of language have contemplated their existence, then came ‘I Think’ by Brayden Black - Brayden Black - a short film made during Kino Kabaret 2025 that’s screening at Petersham Bowling Club tonight.
There are no words in the English dictionary to describe this one, so come and check it out. We’re sure you’ve never seen anything like this.
Doors open 7pm. There’s short films, live music, pub food and craft beer. Perfect recipe for a good mid-week outing.
14/07/2026
Catch ‘You’re the One’ by Andrew Vial this Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club
A reflective poetic short film all about past moments, from Andrew’s childhood, bike riding around ‘Port Arthur’ and camping near the former penal colony, thinking about the lives of those convicts, imprisoned for petty crimes. Then fast forwarding to his years in shared accomodation, hearing stories of people being abused to those who were conscripted for the Vietnam War and commanded to kill innocent civilians.
From those instances, ‘You’re the one’ was born.
Catch this as well as many other short films this Wednesday from 7pm. Plus there’s live music from RUKI and delicious pub food and craft beer to sink your teeth into.
Tickets available at the door or through our website.
13/07/2026
Screening this Wednesday at Petersham Bowling Club is ‘Hold On to Me’.
Lured by the sound of a ringing telephone hidden beneath a windswept cliff, Leah is met with a possibility to break a grief laced pattern.
Directed by Hallie Watson
Written by Tabitha Law and Timothy Hadwen
Produced by Tabitha Law Tabby💃🏽
Edited by Timothy Hadwen
DOP David Bontoft Drew Bontoft
Doors open at 7pm with live music from RUKI before we delve into short films.
Address
Sydney, NSW
To get to Burton Street in Sydney using public transport, you can take a train to Central Station and then transfer to a bus that stops near Burton Street. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Circular Quay and then catch a bus or walk to Burton Street.
If you prefer driving, you can take the M1 motorway towards Sydney and then follow signs for the city center. Once in the city, follow signs for Surry Hills and look for parking options along Burton Street or nearby streets. Keep in mind that parking may be limited in this area, so allow extra time to find a spot.
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Kino Sydney posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Contact The Business
Send a message to Kino Sydney:
What people say
Kino Sydney, located on Burton Street in Sydney, is a hidden gem for filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike. This monthly open-mic night provides a platform for creatives to showcase their work in a supportive and engaging environment.
The concept behind Kino Sydney is refreshingly simple - create a film and they will screen it. This inclusive approach allows anyone with a passion for filmmaking to participate and share their stories with an eager audience. The screening dates lined up for 2023 offer multiple opportunities throughout the year for filmmakers to showcase their work and connect with like-minded individuals.
What sets Kino Sydney apart is not just the opportunity to screen films but also the vibrant atmosphere it creates. With live music, delicious food offerings, and an affordable entry fee of $15, attendees are treated to a well-rounded experience that goes beyond just watching films.
For those who have previously screened their work at Kino Sydney, the platform offers the chance to further promote their films by uploading them on Vimeo or YouTube with specific tags. This additional exposure can help filmmakers reach a wider audience and gain valuable feedback on their projects.
Overall, Kino Sydney stands out as a welcoming community hub where creativity thrives, connections are made, and cinematic talents are celebrated. Whether you're a filmmaker looking to showcase your latest project or simply someone who appreciates independent cinema, Kino Sydney is definitely worth checking out.
