25 April 2026 | Central Saint Martins, London
Set & Scene 2026 is the UK’s first cross-industry gathering for designers, makers, producers, and suppliers shaping immersive experiences, film, theatre, and live events. This curated one-day event brings together experts for panels, live demos, and supplier showcases, highlighting the intersection of traditional craft and emerging technologies.
Sessions include
- Tomorrow’s Experience: How spatial storytelling adapts when audiences roam freely – Tom Wexler, Designer, David Bowie: You’re Not Alone.
- Part of Your World: Translating fictional universes into real-world environments – Erin Larnder.
- Designing with Intelligence: Using AI as a human-led creative tool – Gaynor O’Flynn.
- Neuroaesthetics in Practice: Shaping experiences through sensory design – Emma Tompkins & Jason Ahn.
Exhibitors & Tech: See modular scenery, immersive tech tools, sustainable materials, and production solutions up close.
Scenic Circle Advisory Board: British Film Designers Guild, Society of British Theatre Designers, United Talent Agency, Art Department, and Blooloop.
Sponsors & Partners: Amazon, MGM Studios, Filmbase, Greens Team, Industria, Televisual.
Why attend?
Connect across disciplines, discover material innovation, responsible production methods, and immersive design techniques, and explore how stories, skills, and workflows move fluidly across platforms.
