A popular networking drinks party for creatives looking to make new connections

Join UK film and events company Trident Productions for a networking night bringing together creatives from film, television, theatre, music, visual arts, photography, fashion, design, publishing, podcasts, games, digital media and much more.

Each edition takes place in a different venue and often a new city, but the purpose remains the same: to create an open and welcoming space where creative people can meet, exchange ideas, discover opportunities and discuss new collaborations.

When: Monday 24 August, 18:00–22:00

Where: Central Manchester | Final Venue TBA (see event FAQs)

Who it’s for: Actors • Directors • Writers • Producers • Agents • Editors • DoPs • Designers • Stylists • Photographers • Musicians/Composers • Dancers/Choreographers • Artists • Curators • Podcasters • Games Creators • Students / Emerging Talent

What to expect

Open-floor networking for different creative disciplines. Meet collaborators, swap ideas, connect with new people and find opportunities

Portfolio-friendly atmosphere. Bring a portfolio, a business card, a QR code, a showreel, look-book, or a few stills on your phone/tablet — or not! It's totally up to you how you use this open and engaging event.

Hosted meet-and-greet with Trident Productions. Chat to our core team about upcoming films, workshops, commissions, and cross-arts collaborations... we love to meet new people!

Open Collaboration & Creative Meet-and-Greet

Alongside free-flow networking, the evening doubles as an informal talent and collaborators call. We’re meeting performers, filmmakers, crew, composers, designers, photographers, writers, and other creatives interested in joining our wider network and future projects. If you’re exploring casting, behind-the-camera roles, or other collaborations and longer-term partnerships, this is the room to be in!

Capacity is limited. Book early to secure a spot, and we’ll confirm the final venue once we’ve sized the room.

We look forward to seeing you at Connecting Creatives as we help build a wider cross-arts community—city by city—together.

These events mean so much. I've met incredible creatives who want to collaborate and support each other's visions. I always leave feeling inspired, encouraged and even more excited about my projects. Lara Menegale, Director

It's a great place to meet your next cast and crew and it's also a very welcoming and friendly event to join. Callum Carter, Editor

Trident’s events are friendly, focused, and full of dedicated film and TV creatives, making it easy to build genuine connections. Seeing their work on the big screen confirms this is a serious production company, and I would wholeheartedly recommend the events to fellow industry professionals. Andy Wilson, Actor

I remember booking my ticket early. I was excited because we don’t have many events like this in Hungary. It was absolutely worth the ticket and the time. I met so many interesting people and I’d love to come again. Adam Papp, DOP

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