Creative Industries
As emphasized in 2014-2023 Istanbul Regional Plan, the potential on creative industries should be utilized with the current knowledge, skills
The creative industries, which are determined to be fostered in Istanbul, shall be listed as cultural fields, traditional cultural products, performing arts, audio and visual publications, new media, creative services, design, press and publications, and visual arts. The emphasis on creative industries is helping Istanbul to distinguish itself from other global counterparts and compete internationally.
| # of Movie Theaters: 778 Turkstat 2015 |
# of Movies Released: 16,096 Turkstat 2015 |
# of Theater Stages: 224 Turkstat 2015 |
With a market size of over USD100 billion in the world, the online gaming sector has outscored Hollywood. With 30 million users in Turkey, the sector is looking for new game developers. The market reached USD755 million in 2016, increasing by 25% in 2017. According to the growth expectations of gaming experts, the sector should have a volume of USD2 billion by 2020. Pointing out that Istanbul is the locomotive of the Middle East and North Africa region, there are 600 large and small companies in Turkey including indie game studios. Istanbul's universities are now opening departments for game developers and opening their gates for new game developers.
| # of Turkish Shows Performed on Stage: 8,299 Turkstat 2015 |
# of International Shows Performed on Stage: 2,841 Turkstat 2015 |
Istanbul's Economic Volume in Creative Industries accounts for 70.5% of Turkey Istanbul Regional Plan 2014-2023 |
