It is an exclusive, intensive one-week program that brings together arthouse exhibition professionals from around the world — including cinema exhibitors, filmmakers, distributors, festival organizers, and funding representatives.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, exchange ideas with peers from across the globe, and gain a comprehensive, 360° view of the global arthouse cinema landscape. Among the topics to be covered are:
- Programming and curatorial approaches
- Business planning, budgeting, and fundraising
- Communication and marketing strategies
- Sustainability, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion
The program also features visits to key Berlin-based cinemas and cinema initiatives.
We encourage you to apply soon.
The 22nd edition will take place in the heart of Berlin, Germany, from 18 to 24 August 2025. The training venue and full program details will be announced shortly.
Participation fee: 1,785.00 EUR (incl. VAT) — this includes:
- Hotel accommodation
- Breakfast and lunches
- Training sessions
- Training materials
Please note that travel costs are not included.
All sessions will be held in English, so a good command of the language is required.
Applications are open at www.cicae.org or via the link below.
Application deadline: 29 April 2025
For more information on the program structure, testimonials, photos, and more, feel free to contact us at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Warm regards,
the CICAE Team
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The Arthouse Cinema Training is generously funded by Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg, The Senate Chancellery of Berlin, and the FFA – Filmförderungsanstalt.
