Imani Pratt

See six brand-new plays at YƐNKOFO Summer Festival, Tower Theatre, Stoke Newington on 23 August 2026. Live theatre, new writing, music and more.

The curtain may have fallen on the BAP Festival of Plays July 2026, but the conversations sparked by this year's productions are only just beginning. Held by Black Arts Production (BAP) Theatre, our annual Festival of Plays once again showcased the creativity, courage and talent of emerging performers, giving audiences an evening of original theatre that entertained, challenged and inspired. From stories exploring racism and identity to family loyalty and hidden truths, this year's festival...

Our BAP Festival of Plays has revealed its judging panel and host, bringing together three creative voices with strong roots in theatre, television, performance and community storytelling. Neil Reidman, Duayne Boachie and Funmi Cole will join the panel, adding a wide range of experience to a festival built around live performance and new work. The announcement gives the festival a panel with an unusually broad mix of perspectives. Reidman brings stage and screen experience, with credits...