About This Event

Reaching audiences for film and arts events with Blackpool Film Festival. Showing films to audiences is a real thrill, especially when you do it with a full house, creating really special memories in your community. But how can you reach people when you don't have an existing connection, or they're not traditionally engaged in the arts? In this session, cinema worker Duncan Carson will look closely at different ways you can find audiences, speak to them so they'll listen and keep them engaged long-term. We'll look at: What do you need to do to try to gather people together for art events? How can you reach people in an increasingly oversaturated media environment? How do people decide what to do with their free time? How do you encourage people to consider new experiences? What do you need to do at events to make sure people come back? This informal session has been designed for people hosting film events/screenings, but will also be useful for anyone producing arts events. It's open to programmers, producers, and event organisers of all experience levels.We'll ask you to briefly describe a project, event or area of work where you would like to receive advice. Cost - donation to Blackpool Film Festival Please note that during signup, we'll ask you to briefly tell us about an event, project or area of work where you would like advice. We'll use this to tailor the session to best suit your needs - you can add as much information as you like. Important physical access information Please note that this session is upstairs. We have a lift and there is one step into the premises - a ramp if available on request. The event space is up a single flight of 14 steps then you go around the corner and there are two small steps. There’s an accessible loo on the first floor level. If you have additional access needs (e.g. large print, BSL interpreter, level access) please let us know by emailing (using the contact organiser button/link) or sending us an SMS text/WhatsApp message on 07957 602790. Getting here Tram & Train to Blackpool North Station Bus: No 6 or 18 to Topping St., No 3, 3a, 5c, 6, 18 to Church St (Stanley Buildings), No 5, 5a, 5b, 6, 7a, 14 to Talbot Rd Driving: The closest pay and display car parks are on East Topping St and Talbot Road multi storey. There is also parking at the nearby Sainsbury’s supermarket, please make sure that you check the terms before you use the car park. Supported by Creative Blackpool.

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