Pitch to Screen

SHY Films Summer Social
About this Event

Indie Film Meets World Cup Fever – The Ultimate Industry Social

To bridge the gap between the electric energy of the World Cup and practical summer production planning, SHY Films is hosting an exclusive industry gathering at the iconic Karma Sanctum Soho. Whether you are looking for a director to elevate your script, a producer to anchor your financing, or the lead actor to bring your characters to life, this night is designed to help you find the missing piece of your production puzzle.

When: Thursday, 16th July | 18:00 – 22:00

Where: Karma Sanctum Soho, 20 Warwick Street, London W1B 5NF

Who Should Attend: Actors, writers, directors, producers, musicians, and all creatives ready to launch into the summer season.

What’s on the Call Sheet?

• Live Music Hour: Relax and network with live music from rising talent to kick off the evening from 18:00 to 19:00.
• Interactive Pitch & Connect: High-energy sessions to find your next collaborator while the World Cup fever is still electric.
• The Creative Voices Panel: A live discussion with industry guest directors and producers sharing insider insights on navigating the 2026 film landscape.
• Underground Networking & Rooftop Access: Talk shop in the plush, velvet-clad heart of Soho’s most iconic creative hub, with terrace access to catch the summer sunset and football updates (subject to availability).

The Agenda

• 18:00 – 19:00: Live Music Showcase, Networking & Welcome Drinks
• 19:00 – 19:30: Pitch & Hatch: Interactive Connection Session
• 19:30 – 20:30: Underground Networking & Football Chat
• 20:30 – 21:00: The Creative Voices Panel & Q&A
• 21:00 – 22:00: Final Connections & Summer Planning

Secure Your Seat at the Table Independent film thrives entirely on teamwork. Don't let your project get sidelined when cameras are gearing up to roll across London this summer. Grab your tickets, bring your pitches, and let's move your creative vision to "Action!"

Early Bird Tickets: £6 Standard Tickets: £12

🎫 Tickets & Info

When: Tuesday, 16th July 2026 | 18:00 – 22:00

Where: Karma Sanctum Soho, 20 Warwick Street, London W1B 5NF

Tickets

• Early Bird: £6
• Standard Price: £12 Limited availability. Early booking is highly recommended.

🐰 Organiser
SHY Films
Independent film production company & creative community
Monthly gatherings | Live entertainment | Creative networking

🔴 Live Streaming
Streaming on social platforms (where available)

👗 Dress Code (Optional)
Elegant • Creative • Team Colours / Football Shirts Welcome

📜 Refund Policy
Please note tickets are refundable up to 10 days before the event.

Starter

GRILLED EMMENTAL & SMOKED BACON

Creamy wasabi and roast peppers sauce

VEGETABLE GYOZA

Steamed and pan-fried Japanese dumplings

OCTOPUS TAKOYAKI

Bonito flakes and Aonoriko

Main

CHICKEN TERIYAKI

Steamed Japanese rice, spring onions, sweet pickled ginger

CARAMELIZED MISO & SAKE AUBERGINE

Spring onions and pickled ginger

COD TEMPURA FISH & CHIPS

Kewpie mayonnaise, wasabi, yuzu & pickles tomato, wasabi & dijon

Desserts

CHOCOLATE, SILKEN TOFU & WHISKEY MOUSSE

Poached & spiced kumquats

YOGHURT & VANILLA CREAM

Passionfruit sauce

Please let our team know if you have any allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions

• As allergens are present in our kitchen and some ingredients have “may contain” warnings, we cannot guarantee menu items will be completely free from a particular allergen.
• A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your final bill.

PREVIOUS EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS

Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Networking
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Live Music
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:20 PM
Pitch Session
🕑: 08:20 PM - 09:00 PM
Networking
🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:40 PM
Film Industry Insights/ Q&A
🕑: 09:40 PM - 10:00 PM
Networking