Phoenix Film Camp Leicester: free course from 10 August
Young filmmakers aged 17 to 21 can spend five days writing, shooting and directing two short films at Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre in Leicester. Phoenix Film Camp runs from Monday 10 to Friday 14 August 2026, beginning at 9am on the first day.
The course is listed as free and the event page carries a “Book now” prompt. It takes place at Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, 4 Midland Street, Leicester, LE1 1TG.
Two filmmaking challenges in five days
The camp replaces a week of passive instruction with two rapid production challenges. Participants will receive a line of dialogue and a prop in the morning, then have two days to write and produce a film around those elements.
Once the first production is complete, the group will swap roles and repeat the process. That format is intended to give everyone experience across different parts of filmmaking while working towards two completed short films within the week.
The programme covers scriptwriting, shooting, direction and editing. Equipment and training will be provided, so participants can concentrate on developing their ideas and learning the production process during the course.
Keith Allott, the Film Camp tutor, will lead the training. He will also edit the completed films after the camp, preparing them for a premiere screening at Phoenix in the autumn. The listing does not provide a date for that screening.
Who the Leicester course is designed for
Phoenix Film Camp is specifically open to people aged 17 to 21. Its rotating roles may suit young filmmakers who want to explore more than one part of production rather than remaining behind the camera or concentrating only on writing.
A separate Phoenix Film Camp for younger filmmakers is scheduled for ages 13 to 16, so applicants should check that they select the course matching their age group.
The 17–21 programme is described as accommodating different learning styles, with practical work covering the main stages needed to move an idea from script to screen. No previous experience requirement is stated in the supplied event information.
Booking, lunch and cancellation details
Although the course is listed as free, prospective participants are directed to book through the event listing. Phoenix says further information will be sent closer to the course start.
Lunch is not provided. Attendees may bring a packed lunch, but it must be nut-free. The listing gives no confirmed transport or accessibility information and does not state the daily finishing times.
Phoenix says booking cancellations are normally non-refundable except in exceptional circumstances. If the advertised course is withdrawn, the venue will endeavour to provide seven days’ notice and issue a full refund. Event details are supplied through Visit Leicester Events and may change, so booked participants should check the latest information from the venue before attending.
Source: Visit Leicester Events
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