The Black British Theatre Awards (BBTA) announces a star-studded lineup of presenters and performers for the 2024 highly anticipated ceremony. This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable night of recognition, entertainment, and celebration of Black excellence in British theatre.
With this year’s event being hosted by The Lyceum, attendees can look forward to a breathtaking performance by the cast of The Lion King, celebrating 25 years in London’s West End. Followed by performances from the cast of MJ the Musical, Ray Shell performing ICED, the cast of Play On, and a very special performance by Akoma Asa Performing Arts.
Distinguished presenters take the stage
The event will be hosted by BBTA co-founders and co-directors Solange Urdang OBE and Omar F Okai, who will be joined by a cohort of presenters including:
Afua Hirsch, renowned writer and broadcaster
Ammar Duffus and Kemi Awoderu, breakout stars of “Stranger Things” in the West End
Brenda Emmanus OBE, distinguished journalist and broadcaster
David Albury, West End actor
Dawn Butler MP, prominent Labour Party politician
Hakeem Onibudo, respected choreographer and educator
Jazz Lintott, multi-award-winning actor and filmmaker
Joseph Toonga, award-winning choreographer
Kenneth Tharp CBE, cultural leader and arts advocate
Lemar, multi-award-winning R&B artist
Marisha Wallace, Broadway and West End powerhouse
Michelle Greenidge, known for her roles in popular British TV and recently in KAOS on Netflix
Myles Hart, acclaimed actor and singer
Othman Read, legendary production manager of Hackney Empire
Omar F Okai, co-director & founder of BBTAs, Theatre Director and choreographer
Paul Isles, performer turned industry agent
Shelley Maxwell, esteemed choreographer and movement director
Solange Urdang OBE, Co-director & founder of BBTAs, Former CEO of Urdang Academy, educator and activist
Zoe Birkett, West End sensation
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The 2024 Black British Theatre Awards represents a pinnacle of celebration for our community’s immense talent and creativity. The lineup of presenters and performers embodies the diversity and excellence that define Black British theatre. This event not only honours current achievements but also inspires future generations to push boundaries and excel in the performing arts. We’re creating a legacy that will resonate for years to come,” added the co-founders.
Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of talent, diversity, and achievement in British theatre. Be part of a night that will go down in theatrical history.
To secure your tickets for this unmissable event, visit http://www.atgtickets.com. Tickets start at just £17.85 – don’t miss this unforgettable night!
About the Black British Theatre Awards
The Black British Theatre Awards was founded by Solange Urdang and Omar F. Okai in 2018 to illuminate diversity within the UK theatre industry. Further information about the Black British Theatre Awards and to vote visit https://blackbritishtheatreawards.com/ or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thebbtas
About Alt Africa
This year http://www.alt-africa.com will be offering media support to the event with curated coverage and sample copies of The Black Theatre Guide which sits in print editions of ALT A . ALT A REVIEW is the UK’s go-to bespoke quarterly ARTS AND CULTURE print newspaper celebrating diversity) will be given to guests on the night. The Black Theatre Guide’s first full edition will launch in April 2025 find out more email editor@alt-africa.com. The Black Theatre Guide will celebrate the global theatre industry, peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, key opinion leaders and best practice and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alt_africa_/
