Conference
Kinokupol 2026 · September 14–17
Professional Conference
A space for exchanging experience, discussing new technologies, and building a professional community in fulldome cinema, immersive media, science, and education.
About the Conference
The professional conference and business program are an integral part of the Siberian Fulldome Film Festival Kinokupol 2026. They bring together representatives of planetariums, film studios, universities, creative companies, and independent professionals.
The conference is dedicated not only to presenting individual projects, but also to advancing the industry as a whole. Participants will discuss fulldome content production, artistic and technological solutions, science communication, audience engagement, copyright, and international professional collaboration.
Key Areas
Production and New Technologies
Fulldome cinematography, directing, media production, VR, 3D graphics, artificial intelligence, and contemporary tools for creating dome content.
Animation and Content for Children
The creation of animated and science programs, working with young audiences, educational projects, and new ways of bringing science and art together.
Immersive Formats and Science Communication
The planetarium as a space for live engagement, public speaking, theatrical formats, media art, and educational outreach.
International Experience and Community Development
Experience from Russian and international planetariums, professional collaboration, support for creators, content distribution, and the development of new joint projects.
The Program Includes
- talks and presentations by Russian and international professionals;
- in-person presentations and international online sessions;
- professional discussions and round tables;
- workshops and practical educational sessions;
- meetings with the creators of fulldome projects;
- discussions on technology, production, and content promotion;
- exchange of experience among planetariums, studios, and universities;
- opportunities to find partners and develop ideas for future projects.
Who It Is For
The conference will take place from September 14 to 17, 2026, at the Grand Novosibirsk Planetarium named after Cosmonaut Anna Kikina. Some speakers will take part in person, while others will join remotely. Current presentation topics, speaker names, and session times are listed in the full festival program.
More Than a Conference
Kinokupol creates a space where professionals can not only present their work, but also meet, exchange experience, and launch new projects. Our goal is to build a sustainable community of people advancing fulldome cinema, science, education, and digital art.
September 14–17 · Kinokupol 2026
Professional Conference Program
Four themed days devoted to fulldome cinema, technology, animation, science communication, and the development of the professional community. Select a date to view the program.
September 14 Production and New Technologies
Session 1. Production and New Technologies
Film Studio, first floor
- “The Future of Immersive Cinema” — Vitaly Mikhailovich Gladkikh, VR SOVA.
- “Cinema Without Borders: Live-Action Cinematography in the Fulldome Format” — Roman Bezrodny.
- “Music Video Production Using Contemporary Technologies” — Daniil Alexandrovich Ovcharenko, MIREA — Russian Technological University.
- “The Planetarium as a Media Studio: From Fulldome Films to Social Media and Podcasts” — Elena Viktorovna Zeynalova.
- “Challenges and Opportunities in Producing the First Fulldome Film by 20 Years Film Studio LLC: The Story of a Grain of Sand” — Anastasia Nikolaevna Alekseeva and Natalia Nikolaevna Anisimova online
- “Dome Cinema as a New Art Form: Working with Contemporary Artists and Interdisciplinary Teams” — Daria Zhenikhova online
- “Using Artificial Intelligence in the Creation of Dome Content” — Olga Vad, ITMO University Art & Science Center online
- Discussion and audience questions.
September 15 Animation and Science Content for Children
Session 2. Animation and Science Content for Children
Film Studio, first floor
- “Projects. Children. Planetariums.” — Elena Roaldovna Tikhonova.
- “When Science Becomes a Cartoon: Implementing Children’s Research Projects” — Ekaterina Vladimirovna Kharitonova.
- “Popularizing Space Science through Public Events: The Experience of Samara University Planetarium” — Irina Alexandrovna Feoktistova.
- Round-table discussion and audience questions.
September 16 Planetariums and Science Communication
Session 3. Planetariums and Science Communication
Film Studio, first floor
- “Immersive Theatres in Latin America and the Caribbean” — Alejandro Casales Navarrete online from Mexico
- “A New Generation of Science Cinema” — Oleg Mikhailovich Gavrilin, Moscow Planetarium Film Studio.
- Extended discussion: the planetarium as a platform for science communication, public education, and audience engagement.
- Audience questions, exchange of practical experience, and session conclusions.
Stage Speech Workshop
Film Studio / Star Hall
- Led by Irina Alexandrovna Bagirova — theatre and film actress and specialist in stage speech and public speaking.
- Working with voice, diction, intonation, and audience attention. The workshop will also address the presentation of science content and the lecturer’s interaction with audiences in a planetarium environment.
September 17 Professional Community and International Experience
Session 4. Professional Community and International Experience
Film Studio, first floor
- “Copyright” — Elena Fedorshina.
- Presentation by a member of the main jury — Tatiana Miroshnik. Topic to be confirmed.
- Presentation on 3D Graphics — Alexey Kovalenko. Topic to be confirmed.
- Round table: international collaboration and support for creators.
- Opening remarks, audience questions, and technical reserve. If necessary, one additional presentation may be added to this session.
Technical Preparation
Film Studio, first floor
- Online connection check and preparation for interpretation.
Online Session with Tobias Wiethoff
Film Studio, first floor · online from Germany
- Presentation and audience questions following the screening of Our Heavenly Story.
- The presentation is expected to be delivered in German, with interpretation provided.
Closing Plenary Session
Film Studio, first floor
- “The Planetarium of the Future: Content, Technology, and New Audiences.”
- Conclusions from the four conference sessions and proposals from the professional community.