Get advice Practical help How to set up a community cinema Want to 'grow your own cinema' at a venue in your local area? It's easier than you might think and could make a real difference to your community. Before you start, there are a number of things to consider, so download our handy Information Pack on taking those first steps. Watch our short video to get inspired by people who grew a cinema in their local area - and then visit the sections below to find out how to sow the seeds... Equipment Whether you choose to buy or hire, you'll need a certain amount of kit to run your community cinema. Find out more... Licences You'll need a film licence for each film you screen (plus some other licences, depending on your venue). Find out more... Added extras In this section you'll discover ways to give your cinema screening a few fringe benefits, such as live music, food and drink, Q&A sessions and storytelling. Find out more... Sponsorship, Programming and Publicity It's important to let your community know about your screenings - and to put on films people want to see. Find out more... Manage Cookie Preferences