We use an ad-free video platform called Shift72 to view the films on your computer, TV, tablet or phone. It is very straight forward so just follow their instructions to purchase the Online Festival Pass, or singular Sessions.
Sign Up
Step 1: Go to our Online festival site here.
Step 2: Click on Buy a Festival Pass (top of page) – you WILL need to create a new account. To buy a single session, click on that session then follow the prompts.
Step 3: Then you need to set up an account with your name, email address and set a password.
Next time you go to watch the films, just sign In (or better yet, tick Stay Signed in)
If you have already bought a pass, or a session.
- Go to our Online Festival site and log in (top right).
- Select ‘Sign In’ in the top right corner.
- Enter your email address and password. If you need to reset your password, the re-set email comes from Shift72, not us.
- Enjoy!
Screening it on your TV
Most TVs have an HDMI socket in the back. Most computers also have an HMDI output socket, otherwise you need an adapter plug (usually a USB-C to HDMI). An adapter plug will also allow you to connect your iPad or iPhone via the HDMI cable (a Lightning to HDMI Converter). Then you can load our Online Festival page on your computer and play the shows through the better quality image and sound of the TV.
Once you connect your computer to your TV with an HDMI cable, then select the right HDMI input with your TV remote, and then load the page on your computer and start viewing.
Instructions using chromecast to Stream here.
NOTE: for the sound to come through the TV you sometimes need to connect your computer before loading the page. Otherwise go to settings > sound > output – and change it from computer to TV or from computer to headphone socket.
Option 2: Chromecast
Cast from your laptop to a Chromecast enabled TV:
TIPS: When casting, there are several ways to cast to a TV. If you are on a mobile device (phone), you should be able to use the casting features of the device being used.
On an Android device, it should be the casting option on Chrome whenever a video is watched. For Apple devices, the feature is AirPlay. When using any of the devices, Android and Apple, both the phone and the TV need to be connected to the same network for the casting to work.
If using a Windows computer, it should be the Cast button on Chrome. On Mac devices, it should be the AirPlay feature on Safari.
NOTE: Android and Chromecast Devices. Due to the nature of the Android ecosystem, where Google does not manufacture all Android devices and Chromecast-enabled devices as Apple does with its iOS, iPadOS, and MacOS devices, fragmentation becomes a significant issue. This fragmentation contributes to variations in both hardware and software quality among these devices, resulting in differing levels of video playback quality. Certain devices may have lower power or run outdated software, leading to a less optimized experience for users.
Shift72 helptext for connecting to Chromecast:
Shift72 Help – scroll down to Chromecast
The Chromecast icon may not appear until you have followed these steps:
https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/3228332?hl=en-GB
Option 3:
Watch the Festival on your computer. If you are alone, use earphones to enhance the experience. If you are two or more people, see if you can connect your computer to a Bluetooth or regular wired speaker.
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