Secret Cinema by SecretEATS makes its much-anticipated return to Johannesburg this Spring, following the sold-out success of its debut, with an immersive film experience like no other.
- Sandton’s most elusive cinematic affair is back – and this time, it’s bringing not one, but three opportunities to step into a world of whispered secrets and subtle scandal.
- A bold blend of film, flavour, and fantasy, Secret Cinema offers its guests more than just a movie night.
- It’s an invitation to dress the part, sip something decadent, and settle in for a screening that takes you somewhere entirely unexpected.
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This season’s theme? Aristocracy, inheritance, and the quiet tension of stately life in the English countryside. Inspired by an iconic franchise loved around the globe, this edition of Secret Cinema tips its top hat to tales where titles are inherited, family names are everything, and the real drama happens over tea.
Though the film title remains confidential – naturally – anyone who knows their silver service from their scandal sheets might already have a hunch. It’s a farewell to a saga set on manicured lawns, in halls echoing with history, and amongst characters we’ve grown to know like family.
But before the curtain rises, the experience begins with something altogether more indulgent.
Guests will be welcomed with a High Tea-inspired canapé and cocktail reception, a refined affair worthy of the drawing rooms of any great estate. Expect delicate bites with a sense of occasion – think cucumber sandwiches with a twist, petits fours that pack a punch, and cocktails designed for dukes and debutantes alike. Whether you’re a fan of bubbles, botanicals or something bespoke, there’s a glass waiting for you.
From first sip to final toast, this prelude sets the tone for an evening steeped in ceremony, elegance, and more than a little intrigue. Then, the moment everyone has been waiting for: the cinema.
Hidden in plain sight somewhere within the city, the screening venue is a closely guarded secret. Just like the best mysteries, guests won’t receive the location, the dress code, or the all-important pass phrase until the day of the event. This is part of the thrill – an evening where surprise and sophistication walk hand in hand. Once inside, guests will be treated to a private, pre-release screening of a long-awaited final chapter – exclusive, intimate, and entirely unforgettable. And with a new addition to the line-up – a matinee show – it’s clear that the demand for this unique offering is only growing.
This next edition of Secret Cinema will unfold across three performances, giving more guests the chance to experience this spectacular send-off. With two evening shows and a new matinee option, SecretEATS is expanding access while keeping the magic alive.
And while many of the details are deliberately shrouded in mystery, the essentials remain the same. Each ticket includes:
• A themed cocktail and canapé reception
• Soft drinks and popcorn served during the screening
• And, in true SecretEATS fashion, a few unexpected moments along the way
All dietary requirements are catered for, and non-alcoholic options are available for those who prefer their palace intrigue without the punch.
Attire is part of the experience. Guests are encouraged to arrive in outfits that pay homage to the occasion – whether that means pearls and a fascinator, or a crisp coat and tie, this is a moment for sartorial elegance. The mood is one of quiet ceremony – formal without being fussy, with a gentle touch of theatre.
Tickets for this experience are on sale now. But be warned: once word gets out, they vanish faster than a footman in a hallway. Bookings are now open, and can be secured through the official SecretEATS platform.
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