Courses & Clubs at Depot
We understand that film is more than just a pastime or mere escapism and through our programme of courses, clubs, screenings, discussions & workshops we aim to promote an appreciation of cinema in all it’s forms, from all corners of the world.
Browse our selection for kids, teens and adults. We have opportunities for all education providers too; schools, colleges and home education included.
For queries or a conversation about anything education related please email Anthony our Education Manager at [email protected]. For work experience related queries, please contact [email protected].
Feel like you have something to offer Depot? Do you have big (or small) ideas for education projects but no home for them? Get in touch to see how we could help.
Script Development Monthly
Every first Thursday of the month from June
19:00 – 21:00
£10 per session
Learn how to develop your screenplays – from short films to feature length ideas. Each stand alone session will include a short presentation and discussion around an aspect of screenplay development, with guest speakers where available, followed by opportunities to give and receive feedback on work produced within the group. There will also be writing / development time set aside in each session too.
Summer Filmmaking: For Teens
Monday 5 – Wednesday 7 August
10:15 – 15:15
£100
Children aged 12+
Are you the parent of the next Greta Gerwig or Wes Anderson? This workshop covers everything you need to know to make a simple short film. Over the 3 days, the participants will learn the basics of film language; framing shots, editing a scene, and then have a go at making their very own short films using easily accessible kit such as smartphones.
Summer Filmmaking: For Kids
Monday 29 – Wednesday 31 July
10:15 – 15:15
£100
Children aged 8+
Are you the parent of the next Greta Gerwig or Wes Anderson? This workshop covers everything you need to know to make a simple short film. Over the 3 days, the participants will learn the basics of film language; framing shots, editing a scene, and then have a go at making their very own short films using easily accessible kit such as smartphones.
Filmmaking Taster Session
Saturday 10 August
10:15 – 13:15
£5
18+
Join Chris Collier and Robert Dee as they share their extensive knowledge of filmmaking. Over the morning each will deliver a talk on their area of expertise and an introduction to their new professional level courses: Make Your Movie and The Art of Directing.
Make Your Movie: from blank page to finished film
In conjunction with Film Sussex
8 Tuesday evening sessions beginning 20 August, 19:00 – 21:00, plus a weekend shoot
£250
Do you have an idea for a great story but need support developing it? Join experienced producer/director Chris Collier plus a group of like-minded individuals and collaborate on your next short film together. Working in small production teams, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your film idea into a cinematic masterpiece! And the best part; once you’re done you can take your 4K, cinema ready, short films away and share them with the world.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s bring your story to life!
Introduction To Film Theory
4 Wednesdays evenings 19:00 – 20:30
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23
£70
18+
Join Julian Bowker as he explores the vocabulary of film theory; helping you to develop your own general knowledge and understanding of film through a range of examples and film extracts. The course will be a mix of presentation and group based activities, with lots of opportunity to ask questions and share your own opinions.
Art Of Directing
A one day masterclass on directing for film
Sat 12 October, 10:15 – 17:15
£100, with lunch included
In this unique course filmmaker Robert Dee will take you beyond technical understanding and teach you the art of directing. Through practical techniques and strategic workflows – based on visual subtext and the psychology of camera – you’ll develop powerful visual language to create meaning and depth in your films and captivate audiences.
Fast & Furious Scriptwriting Day
One-day script writing workshop led by ‘Scriptease’
Sat 16 Nov 10:15 – 16:15
£50
The course is a fun and informative day for emerging writers of any age (18 +) who are keen to work with two experienced writer / lecturers. At the end of the day, you will have drafted a 10 page short screenplay. Using exciting and challenging prompts, you will learn and develop your skills in:
How to generate and develop a workable idea as a premise.
How to create and develop believable characters.
How to structure a satisfying narrative, including conflict and an inciting incident.
How to lay out your script on the page.
The day will end with a group reading of the scripts, if participants wish.
KINO Collective
Find out more about Depot’s young programmers group, the KINO Collective, who aim to expose more people their age to a diverse range of powerful and enjoyable films.
Book to Film Club
Depot’s Book to Film Club is a relaxed and open space to talk about books and movies. With classics, horror, and sci-fi on the shelf, there’s something for everyone to get their reading glasses on for.
Cinemas of the Mind
The club meets on the second Monday of each month for a post-screening discussion facilitated by Dr Jake Harvey, a forensic psychiatrist, and Jenny Leeburn, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist.
The discussion is included in the cinema ticket price.
Schools, Colleges & Home Education
Looking for creative activities for your children? We offer courses in filmmaking, photography and animation. Sessions take place in our studio space and are run by experienced teachers and professionals. Want to watch a film linked to a module or class topic? Reward your group at the end of term with a screening? Want to showcase your group’s own productions, on the big screen? Ask about our private education screenings.