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    Young Community Drop In

    30th October 2026

    For ages 14-21, Birmingham Hippodrome’s free Young Community Drop-Ins offer young people aged 14+ the chance to explore creativity and develop skills through workshops on theatre directing, TV pitching, musical writing and mindful crafting.

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  • Several people work around a professional cinema camera mounted on a slider in a studio setting. In the foreground, one person crouches beside the camera and adjusts equipment while another person steadies the camera rig. The camera sits on metal tracks supported by wooden apple boxes. Additional crew members are visible in the background, seated and looking at devices or equipment. The studio floor is marked with coloured tape, and cables run across the space. Soft, warm lighting illuminates the scene, highlighting the camera, monitor screens, and production gear. The image captures a behind-the-scenes moment during a film or video production setup.

    Aesthetica Film Festival

    4th November 2026 - 8th October 2026

    For all ages, aesthetica is the destination for independent cinema. We are delighted to be hosting the 16th edition of the festival in-person in York. We’re offering a range of tickets, from single screenings to one day, two day or the full five days, so you can choose how and when you experience the best new film.

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  • Two people work in a dark room lit by vivid red and orange projected patterns. One person stands and gestures toward the glowing geometric visuals on the walls, while the other films with a camera on a stabilizer. The reflective floor and immersive lighting create a dramatic, cinematic atmosphere.

    What Does It Take to Work in The Ever Changing World of Animation?

    10th November 2026

    Ages 11-19, go behind the scenes of an animation studio with Tash Price, Director and Producer at Engine House VFX. Discover the creative, business and production roles involved, how technology is shaping animation and the skills needed to build a career in the industry.

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  • A group of people sit around a table in a library or study room, collaborating with several open laptops. Bookshelves filled with books and binders line the background, creating a focused study or group‑work atmosphere.

    Screen Industry Careers: Bringing Creative Worlds To Life

    13th November 2026

    Ages 11-19, discover careers in film, TV, games, animation and visual effects. Hear from industry professionals about bringing ideas to life, explore different roles and skills, and find out how your interests could lead to a career in the screen industries.

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  • A group of people sit around a table in a library or study room, collaborating with several open laptops. Bookshelves filled with books and binders line the background, creating a focused study or group‑work atmosphere.

    Unreal Engine workshop (York)

    16th November 2026

    For all ages, a free Unreal Engine workshop for adult residents of York and North Yorkshire, exploring digital pre-visualisation for film, animation and more. Learn to plan shots, control virtual cameras, adjust lighting and export scenes into short videos. Some digital media experience is recommended.

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    Teacher Encounters: Creative Careers

    17th November 2026

    For all ages, a free event for teachers, careers advisers and industry professionals to explore creative career pathways across the West Midlands. Hear from industry professionals and alumni, discover opportunities, and share ideas for supporting young people into creative careers.

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    Unreal Engine workshop (Scarborough)

    17th November 2026

    For all ages, a free Unreal Engine workshop for adult residents of York and North Yorkshire. Learn to plan shots, operate virtual cameras, adjust lighting and create short videos for filmmaking, animation and digital twinning.

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  • A person wearing a brown leather apron works at a studio bench, cutting pieces of leather with a hand tool. Shelves in the background hold tools, materials, and containers, creating a focused leather‑crafting workspace.

    From Script to Prop

    20th November 2026

    Ages 14-19, explore backstage careers in theatre, film and television, including prop making, scenic art, set design and model making. Discover how ideas become physical creations and the different routes into creative careers.

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  • Woman pointing towards a screen showcasing TV shows including Lucifer, Black Mirror, 13 Reasons Why, The Vampire Diaries and Gossip Girl.

    Love Film or TV? Turn It Into A Career!

    23rd November 2026

    Ages 14-19, explore careers in the screen industries with Into Film, meeting industry professionals, hearing real career journeys, developing essential skills and taking part in interactive sessions and live Q&As. No experience needed.

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    Behind the Screen with ACCESS: VFX

    24th November 2026

    Ages 14-19, explore careers in VFX, animation and the creative screen industries, discovering how films, TV shows and games are brought to life through digital worlds, characters and visual effects.

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