Theatre

Ryan Calais Cameron (body of work) - WINNER

Calais Cameron’s work challenges, inspires, and transforms, making the invisible visible and the unheard heard. Through bold ideas and original approaches, he creates theatre that is not just seen but felt deeply, resonating long after the curtain falls. 

For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy is an innovative and  powerful show that speaks directly to the complex and multi-faceted psychology of being a young black man in 21st century Britain.  Through its artistic and commercial success it has made a groundbreaking impact on the demographic of West End audiences.

Through the lens of Sidney Poitier's struggles in the 1950s, Retrograde resonates with contemporary audiences by paralleling these themes with modern-day cancel culture, making historical struggles relevant to today's youth. 

@sohoplace (body of work)

@sohoplace is London’s first purpose-built in-the-round, flexible and fully accessible theatre. It has sought from the first day to have a distinct identity: ground-breaking, welcoming, democratic with contemporary values and inclusivity at its heart.  

Their ambition is to lead, be unafraid to be a new model, be bold and socially aware, producing the highest quality work with a committed Opening Doors policy, breaking down barriers to showcase talent which is often unseen and unheard at this level. Having the privilege of full accessibility, outstanding artists with different disabilities  - from Olivier Award nominated Rose Ayling-Ellis to Olivier Award winning Amy Trigg - have been part of every production both on stage and off, sharing their talent on a highly visible platform and inspiring others with the possibilities that can be achieved in the artform.

Sherman Theatre, Cardiff (body of work)

Telling stories from south Wales with global reach, this year marks 50 years since The Sherman first opened their doors. 

This year was typified by excellence and resonance as they premiered eight exceptional and critically acclaimed new plays by Welsh and Wales-based writers resonated powerfully with an increasing and widening audience. Productions shed light on little-known local stories which have huge cultural and societal significance.