Visitors to the National Eisteddfod will be able to enjoy film-related activities, screenings, premieres and masterclasses for the first time this year thanks to a partnership of key Welsh film organisations.

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) in Wales, BAFTA Cymru, announced last week that it is leading on the development of a special new tent for the Eisteddfod site known as ‘Sinemaes’.

Working in partnership with Film Hub Wales, Chapter, Into Film, Ffilm Cymru Wales, The Royal Television Society, BFI Net.Work, Wales Screen, ITV Cymru Wales, S4C and TAC, BAFTA Cymru and the National Eisteddfod have confirmed that the first cinema offer will be made available at the Abergavenny event from July 30 to August 6.

The Sinemaes tent will be located in the drama village area of the Maes, and will offer a full programme of screenings from the National Screen and Sound Archive, new feature films from Ffilm Cymru Wales and S4C; masterclasses and workshops for all ages and the chance to find out more about working in the film and television industry in Wales.

Hannah Raybould, Director of BAFTA Cymru said, “As BAFTA celebrates 25 years of the British Academy Cymru Awards, the programme we are planning will celebrate the BAFTA Cymru winners of the past and encourage young people to consider a future in the creative media industry.”

Strategic partners Into Film Cymru, Ffilm Hub Wales and Ffilm Cymru Wales will be using the opportunity to promote their work to the public, as well as celebrating the educational, production and exhibition opportunities that film offers Wales.

Hana Lewis said, “Audiences can anticipate exciting film events that celebrate our rich cultural heritage and showcase home-grown Welsh talent. From rural archive to live music mash-up, we’re aiming to offer something special on the Maes.”

Television broadcast and trade organisations ITV Wales, The Royal Television Society and TAC (Teledwyr Annibynnol Cymru) will also be hosting events at the Sinemaes tent, highlighting and debating current topics relating to television production in 2016.

Chairman Tim Hartley said, "We are delighted to have a space on the Eisteddfod Maes where we can meet students and young people interested in getting into television. We will be holding events and screenings all week and offering advice and guidance to those seeking to get their first break in the industry.”

Gwawr Martha Lloyd, S4C Drama Content Commissioner added, "We’re thrilled to work with our partners to screen recent and new releases, alongside some of S4C’s classics on the Sinemaes big screen. S4C’s archive is packed with high quality productions which have won international acclaim, including an Oscar nomination. We are looking forward to making the most of the opportunity to enjoy and celebrate the best of Welsh cinema."