BMA House has strengthened its position as a filming and photography location in London by hosting the portrait shoot for Screen International’s 2026 UK & Ireland Stars of Tomorrow. The opportunity was facilitated by Film London, connecting the venue with the industry project.
The historic Bloomsbury venue welcomed members of the 2026 Stars of Tomorrow cohort for a dedicated photography session, using a range of its interior spaces as backdrops. The project adds to BMA House’s growing portfolio of work with film, television and photographic productions.
BMA House profile as Film and Photography Location grows
BMA House, known primarily as an events and conference venue, has in recent years been broadening its use as a site for on-location shoots. By hosting the latest edition of Screen International’s UK & Ireland Stars of Tomorrow portraits, the venue has aligned itself with a high-profile industry initiative focused on emerging screen talent.
The 2026 cohort members were photographed in different areas of the building, showcasing the variety of settings available to creative teams. This activity supports BMA House’s strategy to expand beyond traditional business events and attract more film and photography work alongside meetings and conferences.
Screen International project and Industry connection
Screen International’s UK & Ireland Stars of Tomorrow highlights rising talent from across the film and television sectors. The associated portrait shoot is a key visual element of the initiative, providing promotional imagery for featured participants.
For the 2026 edition, BMA House provided the environment for the shoot, enabling the production team to work across multiple locations within the venue during the session. The collaboration placed the building in direct view of film and television professionals involved in the project.
Film London role in Location Opportunity
The portrait assignment came to BMA House through Film London, which introduced the opportunity to the venue. Film London works to connect suitable locations with screen productions of different scales, supporting both creative requirements and local infrastructure.
Through this connection, BMA House was able to demonstrate its suitability for stills photography linked to an established screen industry programme. The partnership also underlines the role of Film London in matching productions with versatile spaces across the city.
Venue Appeal for Screen and Photography Work
By hosting the Stars of Tomorrow shoot, BMA House has added another reference point to its filming credentials. The venue’s mix of characterful interiors and flexible event spaces offers a range of looks for production teams working on portraits, editorial work, and other visual content.
This latest project reinforces the message that BMA House can accommodate not only conferences, meetings and corporate gatherings, but also creative uses that align with the needs of film, television and photography professionals seeking central London locations.
Ongoing Positioning in Creative and Event Market
The Screen International shoot contributes to BMA House’s ongoing efforts to be recognised as a multipurpose venue across business events and screen-related activity. As it continues to attract projects in these areas, the building’s profile within the wider creative and events community is expected to benefit.
With support from organisations such as Film London, BMA House is positioning itself as a resource for content creators who require accessible, visually distinctive settings, while maintaining its established role in the conference and events market.