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Masterclass: The Evolution of Final Fantasy from VII to Rebirth
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Masterclass: The Evolution of Final Fantasy from VII to Rebirth

  • Calendar icon Tue 30 Jan, 7:00pm
  • Map pin icon Princess Anne Theatre

The size and scope of videogame development has transformed and evolved over the years with the scale of development teams, production time, budgets and technology rivalling and even exceeding film.

Please note, planned strike action is due to take place on this day effecting National Rail travel. Please plan your journey to the masterclass with this in mind and cancel your ticket(s) if you can no longer attend. Tickets can be cancelled via your My Bookings tab or by emailing events@bafta.org.

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The Final Fantasy series provides a fascinating backdrop to the changes the industry has seen over the decades. In this masterclass hosted by Steffan Powell, audiences will hear from Yoshinori Kitase, Director of the legendary Final Fantasy VII and Producer of the eagerly anticipated Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. As he provides a deep-dive into of the evolution of game development throughout his career, from the technical constraints of 8-bit 2D dots and 3-Channel sound, chasing the technical innovations of filmmaking to the advances enjoyed by players today and beyond.

The event will include an audience Q&A and informal reception afterwards.

Accessibility:

BAFTA is an arts charity that is open and welcoming to everyone. This means we want every visit to BAFTA 195 Piccadilly to be as enjoyable, comfortable, and inclusive as possible.

Please be advised:

  • If you would prefer to speak to someone over the phone to discuss access requirements, please call our dedicated reception team on 020 7734 0022.


Additionally:

  • If you are a wheelchair user then please email events@bafta.org to book your space alongside any accompanying guest(s), with as much notice as possible. Wheelchair spaces are available in the front row.
  • If you are visually impaired and require seats in the front row, please email events@bafta.org to book your space alongside any accompanying guest(s), with as much notice as possible.
  • Please find a comprehensive Access Guide for our building HERE.
  • Our newly developed building has been designed with accessibility in mind, and we have made improvements including adding an additional lift, widening doors and corridors, removing steps and ledges and installing disabled toilets on every floor. Working with Peter Connell Associates, we have made significant changes to improve accessibility, and we will engage with our audiences to continue to improve.

Concessions:

All events with concession tickets available will have them clearly listed when purchasing and can be bought the same way as normal tickets. A limited number of concession tickets will be allocated on selected events.

To be eligible for a concessionary ticket, you must receive or hold one of the following:

  • Senior – over 60
  • Full-time Student
  • Under 18
  • D/deaf and Disabled
  • Refugee Status
  • Asylum Seeker Status
  • Those receiving:
    • Job Seekers Allowance
    • Employment & Support Allowance
    • Personal Independence Payment

Accompanying assistants, carers and companions can attend free of charge alongside any ticket purchase. Please email events@bafta.org ahead of booking to book this complimentary ticket.

Terms and Conditions:

By purchasing a ticket for this event, you agree to the terms and conditions listed below:

Please see here for our Academy Screenings and Events Code.

Please note, the use of professional photography or recording equipment is prohibited during this event.

Pricing

  • Standard - Public Concessions
    £8.00
  • Standard - Public Full
    £10.00
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Accessibility

BAFTA is an arts charity that is open and welcoming to everyone. This means we want every visit to BAFTA 195 Piccadilly to be as enjoyable and comfortable as possible and our events accessible to all.

Our venue is wheelchair accessible and both live captioning and BSL are available on request for all events. Visit our venue accessibility page for more detailed access information here.

Accompanying assistants, carers and companions can attend free of charge alongside any ticket purchase. Please email events@bafta.org ahead of booking to book this complimentary ticket.

How to Request Access Adjustments

If you would like to book a wheelchair space, or request live-captioning, BSL translation or any other access adjustment, please email events@bafta.org or call our dedicated reception team on 020 7734 0022 at the point of booking your ticket(s). We will endeavour to support all access requests made to us.


Getting to the Venue

By tube

Green Park is the nearest accessible step-free station and is served by the Jubilee, Piccadilly and Victoria lines. 0.3 miles to 195 Piccadilly entrance. The accessible entrance is from the park at the rear of the station.

Piccadilly Circus Station is served by the Piccadilly and Bakerloo Line Services. Leicester Square Station is served by the Piccadilly and Northern Line Services. Both stations are accessed by steps only.

By train

London Charing Cross has step-free access to all platforms. 0.7 miles to 195 Piccadilly entrance. Staff are available to assist with ramps between the platform and the train.

By bus

There are bus stops located on Regent Street/St James's Street, Piccadilly, Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, Coventry Street and Haymarket. All London buses have ramp access and dedicated spaces for wheelchair users.

Nearest car park

The Cavendish London Public Car Park – 0.1 miles to 195 Piccadilly entrance.

JustPark Car Park – 0.5 miles to 195 Piccadilly entrance.

Nearest Blue Badge Parking

  • Jermyn Street: near Crockett & Jones, 1 space (0.05miles)
  • Sackville Street: near corner of Piccadilly, 2 spaces (0.06miles)
  • Saint James's Square: on street, 2 spaces (0.08miles)
  • Jermyn Street: near Tesco, 1 space (0.09miles)

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