London Games Festival is delighted to announce that Ensemble 2026, its flagship celebration of Black, Asian and underrepresented ethnic creatives in the UK games industry, is embarking on a national tour – bringing the exhibition to audiences beyond its London Games Festival debut.
Following a successful exhibition at Trafalgar Square as part of LGF in April, the Ensemble exhibition will travel to three locations this summer:
· Lewisham Shopping Centre – 1st – 11 July 2026
· Brighton Seafront, during Develop:Brighton Conference – 11 July – 16 July 2026
· Middlesbrough – October TBC, expected during Game Republic New Horizons
The exhibition puts a spotlight on this year’s cohort of games creatives, spanning game directors and concept artists to writers, audio designers, producers and beyond. Curated by award-winning, bestselling author, Artistic Director Sharna Jackson, brings together some of the most exciting voices across the industry. The cohort includes HaZ Dulull, Charlie Webb, Charmie Kim, Deanne Pierre-Pacquette, Sara Veal, Harun Ali, Jennifer Estaris, and Christopher White.
Sharna Jackson, Curator of Ensemble, said: “Once again, we forefront the importance of a diverse industry, by demonstrating its significance in the creation of rich and intoxicating worlds and experiences for everyone. Vibrant and essential work is being created by Black, Asian and minority ethnic talent in the UK’s games industry each and every day. That needs to be celebrated – and it’s imperative that talent is attracted, developed, and crucially retained by the sector. Not as a gesture, but as a fundamental requirement for building a stronger, more imaginative and more globally relevant industry.”
Paul Redden, Centre Director at Lewisham Shopping Centre, commented: “Partnering with London Games Festival to bring the Ensemble exhibition to Lewisham Shopping Centre this July reflects our commitment to creating engaging experiences for the local community. As a key destination at the heart of Lewisham, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for our visitors to experience inspiring events that celebrates creativity, innovation and inclusion. Ensemble shines a spotlight on the incredible talent and stories of game creators from underrepresented backgrounds, highlighting the diversity that shapes the UK’s games industry. We’re pleased to provide a space for this important exhibition and hope it inspires visitors of all ages to explore the exciting opportunities the industry has to offer.”
Led by Games London and supported by the Mayor of London, Ensemble exists to tell the stories that shift perceptions, amplify new voices, and inspire the next generation of diverse talent in games.
