🎬 Acting & Filmmaking Retreats in Budapest and SpainÂ
Join us on a six day (5-nights) working holiday — a unique blend of hands-on filmmaking training, acting workshops, and collaborative film production.
Daily creative sessions balanced with downtime, relaxation and networking
Accommodation options are available or you can book your ownÂ
Create an original short film from concept to screen and gain plenty of on-set experience
Benefit from practical workshops led by a working director and an acting coach
Gain showreel material, get IMDb credits, improve your craft
Career development sessions & Q&As with Trident’s core creative team
Lunch and snacks included and breakfast/dinner options are available
What's included in the week-long retreat?
- Acting and filmmaking workshops Â
- Get involved as film crew or actor in showreel and self tape recording Â
- Work together to write, produce or act in a final short filmÂ
- Career Q&A sessions with a directorand acting coachÂ
- Free time and evenings to explore and enjoy the retreat location
- Accomodation and dinner can be provided for 5 nights - private en-suite room (+ ÂŁ300)Â
- Casual breakfast options and lunch included in basic priceÂ
Next retreats in 2025:Â
đź‡đź‡şÂ Budapest - August Dates TBDÂ
🇪🇸 Spain - September Dates TBDÂ
đź‡đź‡şÂ Budapest - October Dates TBD ​​​​​​​
Retreat - £550 per person - 6 days  ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Who are the retreats for?
Our retreats welcome aspiring and experienced professionals across film and TV, including filmmakers, writers, producers, and actors. Participants range from students and newcomers seeking hands-on experience and credits to established professionals aiming to sharpen their skills and expand their networks. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career, our retreats are designed to help you grow in both filmmaking and acting.​​​​​​​
How many people are involved?
Our retreats are intentionally kept small, hosting between 5 and 12 participants to ensure personalised attention and tailored guidance. We welcome a diverse mix of creatives across acting, writing, producing, and directing, fostering collaboration and skill-sharing. Discounts are available for couples sharing accommodation—please get in touch to learn more.
What do we get from the retreats and workshops?Â
- Enhance and update your knowledge, skills, experience, and confidenceÂ
- Create meaningful new connections and friendships within the industry
 - Leave with valuable footage useful for your showreels and portfolios
- At the retreat you develop and produce a final short film for your portfolio
- Get your first or extra IMDb credits for the roles you undertook while filmingÂ
- A getaway that blends leisure and learning in a fun holiday setting!
How do I reserve my spot?Â
We secure accommodation like a house or villa or apartments when we know how many people are coming. Meal plans are tailored once the guest list is finalised. It's easy to reserve a spot on the next retreat but we reccomend doing it quickly before slots sell out!Â
Please note that the price does not include any transport costs but we can arrange or advise on transfers, trains and taxis. We look forward to hearing from you! If you have questions, don't hesitate to drop us a message or send us an email.Â
Next retreats in 2025:Â
đź‡đź‡şÂ Budapest - August Dates TBDÂ
🇪🇸 Spain - September Dates TBDÂ
đź‡đź‡şÂ Budapest - October Dates TBDÂ
​​​​​​​​​​​Retreat - £550 per person - 6 days  ​​​​​​​
Questions?
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