Comedy, Film, Music: Beyond the Frame at Aesthetica 2026
For 2026, Aesthetica is evolving beyond a traditional film festival model into a wider celebration of screen culture, live performance and storytelling. Beyond the Frame is a season of evening performances at York Theatre Royal, injecting comedy and live performance
Ten Breakthrough Artists Announced for the New Music Stage at Aesthetica Film Festival
Ten of the UK and Ireland’s most significant emerging voices have been announced for the New Music Stage at the BAFTA-qualifying Aesthetica Film Festival. Taking over York Theatre Royal on Saturday 7 November, the line-up brings together Other People’s Leisure, WineMom,
Aesthetica Film Festival 2026: Where Film Meets Art, Sound and Technology
Today, Aesthetica Film Festival announces its most expansive programme to date, with York set to become a meeting point for the people shaping the future of film, television, art, sound, games and immersive media this November. The festival returns from
Games, Podcasts, VR: The Future of Storytelling at Aesthetica Film Festival
There’s more than one way to tell a story. At Aesthetica Film Festival 2026, running 4-8 November in York, UK, we’re dedicated to celebrating storytelling in all its forms, from traditional big-screen cinema to audio podcasts, immersive virtual reality experiences
ASFF 2025: Winners Announcement
We are thrilled to announce the recipients of this year’s Aesthetica Film Festival Awards, spotlighting outstanding storytelling across multiple genres. These are names you should know; Aesthetica Film Festival is the place to discover filmmakers who are writing the future of cinema. Best of Festival
Activities for Families at Aesthetica
Families are at the heart of Aesthetica Film Festival 2025, taking place from 5–9 November. York will transform into a hub of creativity and imagination, offering children and parents experiences they cannot find anywhere else in the city. From films
Mark Kermode in Conversation at Aesthetica Film Festival
Join Britain’s best-known film critic, Mark Kermode, and award-winning radio producer Jenny Nelson for an unmissable evening of cinematic insight, sharp wit and passionate debate. On 7 November at York Theatre Royal, Kermode and Nelson will come together explore the
An Electric Comedy Night at York Theatre Royal
On 5 November, our new season of evening performances, Beyond the Frame, kicks off with Comedy Night: Sophie Duker & Friends. For one night only, Aesthetica Film Festival and York Theatre Royal are hosting the sharpest, boldest voices in stand-up.
Aesthetica Fringe: York’s Citywide Celebration
Step beyond the cinema screen and into the city. This year, the Aesthetica Fringe transforms York into a hub of creativity, connection and culture. From live comedy and music at York Theatre Royal to exhibitions and art installations across the
Meet, Discuss, Connect: Networking at ASFF
Aesthetica Film Festival is internationally renowned as a place where creative minds meet. We are passionate about providing a platform for all attendees – cinema-lovers filmmakers, industry, developers, musicians and more – to connect with likeminded people. You never know