London Games Festival's Ensemble Exhibition Goes on Tour at Lewisham Shopping Centre

The festival’s celebrated
showcase of UK video games creative talent from Black, Asian and
underrepresented ethnicities heads to Lewisham, Brighton and
Middlesbrough. 

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. 

About
the Ensemble 2026 cohort: 

HaZ Dulull is a game director and founder of
Beyond The Pixels, known for his pioneering work in virtual
production with Unreal Engine. His credits span film, television, and games,
including Dune Awakening (Cinematics Director), The Rap Game UK Fortnite
experience, and a Disney series. Featured by Epic Games and the recipient of
multiple Epic Mega Grants, he is also an indie developer with his latest title
Astro Burn.

Charlie
Webb is
a writer and narrative designer with 20 years of experience in game
development. His credits include Mafia III, Civilization VI, Suicide Squad:
Kill the Justice Leage, and Gears of War: Judgment. He is a BAFTA-nominated and
New York Game Critics' Circle award-winning narrative designer, and a longtime
advocate for workers' rights and early-career developers through mentorship and
union organising.

Charmie
Kim is
a game lead currently working on an unannounced project at Supercell. She led
the Beatstar team from initial pitch through launch and
live operations, achieving both commercial success and critical acclaim. With a
background spanning mobile, console, and social games, she is a passionate
advocate for collaborative creative leadership and women in the games industry.

Deanne
Pierre-Pacquette is a content creator, Twitch Ambassador, YouTube Partner, and founder of
Beyond, a global content creator agency that has supported over 280 creators
since launching in March 2025. She began her career as a QA tester at SEGA and
has since worked with companies including Sony, EA, Bethesda, and Square Enix.
She is also the lead events organiser for Link Up London, a
community programme powered by Twitch.

Sara
Veal is
a community and culture producer, Chair of GamesAid, and founder of
studio huhbub. Her career spans journalism, publishing, and games, with
roles at Failbetter Games and Uplift Games, where she helped lead a
successful Kickstarter and contributed to Best Places to Work recognition. She
was awarded the Unsung Hero award at Game Dev Heroes 2025 and works with
partners including the British Library and Black to the Future.

Harun
Ali is
a game development tutor, Head of Training at Limit Break Mentorship, and indie
developer. His industry credits include Lego Dimensions, Star Citizen, and
Human Fall Flat 2, and he is the author of The Pocket
Mentor For Video Game Testing (CRC Press). He is committed to
supporting aspiring developers through education, mentorship, and his own indie
work, including his debut title It's Grim Up North.

Jennifer
Estaris is
a Creative Director and founder of Estaris Works, a consultancy and game studio
focused on transformative play, sustainability, and civic storytelling. She has
held senior creative roles at ustwo and SYBO, directing titles
including Monument Valley 3 and Subway Surfers. A creative of Filipino
heritage, her work integrates purpose-driven design with commercial reach,
exploring themes of climate resilience and collective care.

Christopher
White is
the Managing Director of Sharks Swim Backwards and a games audio specialist
whose career spans outsourcing, VR, and studio leadership. His credits include
Jurassic World Aftermath, Funko Fusion, Phogs!, and Kingdom Two
Crowns. He previously led audio at 10:10 Games and worked
on cutting-edge VR projects at Coatsink, and is known for
his commitment to community and mentorship within the industry.

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