TNB XPO 2026 - DAYTIME INDUSTRY PROGRAMME

WELCOME TO TNB XPO 2026!

(THIS PROGRAMME HAS BEEN RESHEDULED AND DOWNSIZED DUE TO THE TUBE STRIKES IN MARCH BEFORE THEY WERE CANCELLED SO PLEASE BEAR WITH US AS WE WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT, CONSIDERATION AND UNDERSTANDING IN DELIVERING AN EVENT THAT SERVES OUR COMMUNITY.)

An annual convention showcasing Black Excellence and encouraging increased diversity within the Screen and Creative Industries.

17-19 April (BLOC Cinema)

Join us for the 5TH TNB XPO - an annual convention created by The New Black Film Collective (TNBFC) with past support from Warner Bros. Discovery, BFI, FDA, Film & TV Charity, ScreenSkills, Directors UK, BECTU and more. We are once again pleased to have Film London return as our Principal Partner. This landmark event showcases Black excellence and encourages increased diversity within the UK screen industries and internationally.

TNB XPO 2025 welcomed speakers such as Melanie Hoyes (Director of Inclusion - BFI), Rico Johnson-Sinclair (Training and Skills Director - Warner Bros. Discovery), and Marcus Ryder (CEO - Film and TV Charity), panels featuring FLAMIN Animation, Games London and JAMPRO, hosted a takeover from Film London and many more incredible sessions, pitches & screenings.

For TNB XPO 2026, we are excited to invite some of our returning inspiring speakers, as well as bring you new voices in the UK Screen and Creative Industries.

Take a look back at TNB XPO 2025 highlights & brochure and get excited for the opportunities you could find at TNB XPO 2026.

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Book your free ticket now and save the date!

TNB XPO gives Black creatives and industry professionals a chance to exchange ideas, fill gaps in recruiting and develop a genuinely inclusive filmmaking ecosystem. Our vision is to help the wider industry become more diverse, resulting in box office success and social impact.

At TNB XPO you can meet talented Writers, Directors, Producers, Exhibitors, Distributors, Educators and Publicists that share your ambitions for an inclusive industry and connect with future collaborators.

The Industry Daytime Programme is FREE for everyone so that there are no financial barriers to industry knowledge. We want participating in this event, in order to grow in your creative career, to be open to all. When booking a ticket, please let us know any accessibility requirements and how we can assist you in attending TNB XPO 2026.

The Audience Evening Programme will be on from Friday - Sunday at subsidised ticket prices. Screening and Q&A information Click

Refreshments provided.

We're excited to have you back or welcome you in for the first time. Stay tuned for details of our upcoming programme!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bloc Cinema ArtsOne Building, Queen Mary University of London, BLOC, London, United Kingdom

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