Join us for an evening of short film screenings and digital productions by graduating students and alumni of Bath Spa University’s performing arts courses.

Students have created entirely new works, exploring creative collaborations along the way. Meanwhile, our alumni are using digital media to tell their stories in innovative and fresh ways. Come and experience a showcase of genuine talent and creativity.

We'll be screening the following films:

Tilting Theatre's Short Horror Trilogy Tilting Theatre present their debut horror trilogy of short films; 3 mind bending adventures guaranteed to make you question everything. With a variety of casts, expect the unexpected and prepare for a trip across 3 generations. Directed by Bath Spa Acting graduate, Annabelle Bridgen, and written by Wolverhampton graduate Holly Rice."

Three Calls Three calls, three films.

“Hello.. Hello, Oh you're back then”. Three calls from your best friend

“Hello. Oh god not again.” Three calls from...

“Hello. Aren't you still?” Three calls...

What do you do when you get a call for help from you best friend? But what do they want you to do?...and what have they done?...Again!

Parure: The Crimson Alchemist Part 1 “The power-hungry Human King is making weapons out of the elemental stones” the other races whisper, fearing for their safety and for their homes. Away from all the turmoil of the Human capital city, Vora, Linden, an orphan of unknown origins lives with an old, powerful alchemist who escaped from the Army years ago. When Linden finds himself alone, trapped by the corrupt knights, his spirit is tested. Can he rescue what is dear to him, and awaken the innate power hidden inside him? Inspired by DND / JRPG storytelling, this is the audio drama pilot episode of a proposed fantasy trilogy by fresh new creative Zack Forrow.

Experience more incredible performances at SparkFest 2026—running from 4-30 May. Discover the full lineup at sparkfest.co.uk.

Plus, 50p from each ticket sold supports emerging creatives through NewSparks. Find out more at sparkfest.co.uk/newsparks.