What age is the workshop suitable for?

The offer is aimed at children aged 10 to 12.

When does the workshop take place?

The workshop takes place on October 20, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

What do the children do in the workshop?

The children develop a story, write a screenplay, play roles, film scenes, and voice over their own film.

Where does the event take place?

The workshop takes place at the Gelsenkirchen Art School at Neustraße 7.

When will the finished film be shown?

The presentation of the finished film will take place on October 30 at Schauburg cinema.

Film Fun in the Autumn Holidays: Children Shoot Their Own Film in Gelsenkirchen

Name: Autumn Holidays – Our Film Comes to the Cinema
Start: 2026-10-20T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-20T14:00:00+02:00
Location: Kunstschule Gelsenkirchen

Action, the first: Children shoot their own film

During the autumn holidays, the Gelsenkirchen Art School will become a film studio: Children aged 10 to 12 will develop a story together, write their own screenplay, and realize their ideas as a film. From the first idea to the finished work, the participants will experience a creative family and holiday experience with acting, camera, and sound.

From the Idea to the Own Screenplay

It all starts with imagination. Characters, scenes, and an exciting plot will come to life together. The children will learn how an idea becomes a screenplay and discover important steps in film production along the way. This strengthens creativity, expression capabilities, and the joy of collaborative design.

Acting, Filming, and Voice Over

Then it’s time for lights, camera, and action. The children will take on the main roles themselves, try out in front of the camera, and actively contribute to their film. While filming and voice-over recording, they will experience an age-appropriate learning experience that promotes teamwork, concentration, and self-confidence.

The Grand Finale on the Big Screen

The special highlight follows on October 30: The finished film will be shown on the big screen at the Schauburg cinema. Thus, the holiday workshop becomes an unforgettable success experience filled with children's laughter, pride, and shared moments. Seeing their own work in the cinema makes the development from the first thought to the finished film visible.

A Creative Holiday Offer with Educational Value

The workshop combines media education, cultural education, and hands-on learning. Children will learn how stories are created, how roles are shaped, and how many steps are involved in making a film. The collaborative production supports social development, a sense of responsibility, and a safe, child-friendly handling of creative media.

Conclusion

This holiday offer invites children to bring their ideas to the big screen and to catch a glimpse of real film studio air. Those who enjoy stories, acting, and creative teamwork will experience four varied hours in Gelsenkirchen filled with curiosity, learning fun, and shared moments of success.