Thank the Maker - Rogue One 10th Anniversary

Thank The Maker is a real-world masterclass in filmmaking — an exclusive event dedicated to the production journey of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Andor, as told by the artists, designers and technicians who brought these stories to life.

Listen to a fantastic line-up of creatives from across production, props, VFX, animatronics and design in a carefully curated, immersive, theatre-based experience exploring the craft, creativity and collaboration behind Star Wars storytelling.

Saturday 17 October 2026 | Winchester
Full-day event | Tickets from £35 including parking
Stardust VIP tickets £65

The 2026 edition of Thank The Maker marks the 10th anniversary of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story — one of the most distinctive and visually rich entries in the Star Wars saga.

And because Rogue One and Andor are so closely connected, we're bringing the two productions together for a unique behind-the-scenes experience featuring creatives who worked across both.

Confirmed Guests

Our current line-up includes:

• Adam Teeuw — Production Supervisor (Rogue One)
• Col Goudie — Co-Editor (Rogue One)
• TJ Falls — Visual Effects Producer (Rogue One / Andor)
• Mohen Leo — Visual Effects Supervisor (Rogue One / Andor)
• Yannick Lorvo — Senior Generalist (Rogue One)
• Lee Sandales — Set Decorator (Rogue One)
• Jamie Wilkinson — Property Master (Rogue One)
• Rut Villamagna — Hand Props & Weapons Painter (Rogue One)
• Matt Denton — Electronic Design & Development Supervisor (Rogue One / Andor)
• Josh Lee — Senior Animatronics Designer (Rogue One / Andor)
• Duncan Fegredo — Storyboard Artist (Rogue One)
• Barry Gingell — Lead Graphic Designer (Andor)
• Tereza Hudakova — Graphic Assistant (Andor)
• Claudio Bassi — Compositing Supervisor (Andor)
• Scott Pritchard — Visual Effects Supervisor (Andor)
• Marcus Dryden — On-Set Visual Effects Supervisor (Andor)

And this is just the beginning — more behind-the-scenes stories and surprises may be revealed along the way!

This Isn't a Typical Comic Con

Thank The Maker is not a traditional comic con or celebrity meet-and-greet.

It's a full-day experience built around exclusive panels and conversations with the people who actually made the films.

Hear first-hand how the productions came together, discover the challenges involved in bringing the worlds of Rogue One and Andor to life, and enjoy plenty of fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, production secrets and Easter eggs along the way.

Whether you're a lifelong Star Wars fan, fascinated by filmmaking, interested in VFX, props, design and practical effects, or simply want to discover what goes on behind the camera, Thank The Maker offers a unique opportunity to look at Star Wars from a completely different perspective.

Saturday 17 October 2026

The Harvey Hall, St Swithun's School, Winchester

Join the discussion and hear the latest announcements over on the Thank The Maker Facebook page