GET TO KNOW OUR VENUE: BARBICAN CENTRE

PLAYGROUNDS IN MOTION LONDON 2026

The Barbican Centre is a world-renowned arts and learning hub in London, known for its innovative approach to culture and creativity. Governed by the City of London Corporation, it serves as a beacon of inclusivity and sustainability, offering a diverse array of programs designed to inspire and challenge audiences.

The Barbican is an architectural marvel and a key part of London’s cultural landscape, has a rich history of hosting groundbreaking performances and exhibitions by some of the world’s most celebrated artists. Since its opening in 1982, the Centre has hosted legendary artists like Grayson Perry, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Yoko Ono, and remains a key venue for prestigious events, including performances by the London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

The Barbican’s rich history of hosting world-class exhibitions and performances makes it the perfect setting for showcasing the latest trends and talents in animation and motion design during In Motion London. We cannot wait to bring our In Motion festival into this wonderful place and infuse ourselves with its history and creativity!

🎟️ Make sure to reserve your spot here!

Full Line Up - In Motion London 2026

GLEN & CLAIRE KEANE
exclusive interview with two animation legends
interview
LAIKA STUDIOS
stop-motion legends behind Wildwood, Coraline, Kubo and Missing Link
artist talk
AMAZE.AMAZE.AMAZE: ANIMATING PROJECT HAIL MARY’S ROCKY
Framestore's senior animation supervisor Arslan Elver
artist talk
LUCAS ZANOTTO
designer, artist
artist talk
ALEXIS WANNEROY
head of character animation Fortiche
artist talk
EMANUELE COLOMBO
motion designer
artist talk
LAURIE ROWAN
director, animator
artist talk
BUCK
global creative company
artist talk
STUDIO AKA
animation studio
artist talk
THE LINE SPECIAL
animation studio
artist talk
STATE DESIGN: MARCEL ZIUL
founder, executive creative director
artist talk
ROSIE TONKIN
art director, modelmaker
interview
VINCENT SCHWENK
3D artist
artist talk
FONS SCHIEDON
director, designer
artist talk
YONK
VR sculpting 3D animation studio
artist talk
LOEK VUGS
designer, animator, teacher
artist talk
STUDIO AKA EXPO: PICARAMA
unique piece from their graphic novel Picatopia
expo
3DTOTAL SHOP
pop-up bookshop
books
INDUSTRY GARDEN
chats, panels, talent scouting and more!
industry garden
PORTFOLIO REVIEWS
brush up your portfolios!
portfolio reviews
MEET & GREETS
meet the artists!
meet & greet
CALLIPEG BOOTH
try out the 2D animation software
partner
WACOM BOOTH
try out new products, join demos and aks your questions
partner
GET TO KNOW OUR VENUE: BARBICAN CENTRE
a world-renowed arts and learning hub in London
venue
THE CREATIVE MEET-UP OF THE YEAR
right at the heart of London