AMCA to Host FRAME, ISTA's International Film Event, inJanuary 2027
The AMCA is proud to announce its partnership with the International Schools Theatre Association (ISTA) and the hosting of FRAME, an immersive film creation program designed for high school students from aroundthe world.
What is ISTA?
The International Schools Theatre Association (ISTA) is an international association founded in 1978, with a mission to promote global learning through the arts, theatre, dance, and film. Present on all continents with a community of over 240 schools, it organizes artistic festivals for middle and high school students, teacher training workshops, and event saccredited by the International Baccalaureate (IB).
FRAME: Three Days to Create a Film Together
From Friday, January 22 to Sunday, January 24, 2027, the AMCA will open its doors to FRAME, an intensive film creation program designed for high school students aged 15 to 18.
Inspired by the IB Diploma Film program, FRAME offers a unique experience : immersing students in the full process of filmmaking. Participants will work from a shared script and train in the major crafts of the cinema through dedicated workshops :
- Scriptwriting
- Framingand shooting
- Soundrecording
- Editing
The event will bring together students and educators from across Europe and will culminate in a collective screening of the short films produced.
A Partnership Born from a Strong Encounter
This project stems from a powerful human connection between the AMCA teams and ISTA representatives. After a visit to our facilities andenriching discussions around our shared visions, ISTA expressed its desire tomake the AMCA the host venue for this international gathering - a vote ofconfidence that reflects the reach of our school and the quality of its artistic commitment.
AMCA, a Hub for Creation and Openness to the World
By hosting FRAME, the AMCA reaffirms its position as a spaceof artistic excellence open to the world. This event will offer dozens of young Europeans and Moroccans a rare opportunity: to create together, learn from one another, and experience the power of cinema as a universal language.



