Meet the BAFTA Elevate Actors 2019-2020

In 2019, 21 talented actors seeking to progress in high-end television drama, comedy and features were welcomed into the Elevate programme. Together they represented a range of races, abilities and socioeconomic backgrounds.

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Meet the BAFTA Elevate Actors 2019-2020

Amir El-Masry

Anjli Mohindra

Anthony Welsh

Aysha Kala

Faraz Ayub

India Eva Rae

James Harkness

Kae Alexander

Kellie Shirley

Manjinder Virk

Melissa Johns

Micky McGregor

Nahel Tzegai

Naomi Yang

Noof Ousellam

Rhoda Ofori-Attah

Rhys Yates

Ronke Adékoluẹjo

Saskia Chana

Tim Renkow

Tommy Jessop

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Daniel Fajemisin-Duncan

Marlon Smith

Kharmel Cochrane

Lauren Evans

Dominic Buchanan

Georgina Campbell

Ruth Madeley

Sunetra Sarker

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We want people, from all backgrounds to achieve their creative dreams. Find out what programmes we have available to help.

Programmes For:

An essential industry membership that gives you the chance to be part of an inspiring global film, games and TV community.

Memberships:

Celebrating the very best creative talent from the worlds of film, games and TV.

Awards:

Quick Links

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Amir El-Masry

Anjli Mohindra

Anthony Welsh

Aysha Kala

Faraz Ayub

India Eva Rae

James Harkness

Kae Alexander

Kellie Shirley

Manjinder Virk

Melissa Johns

Micky McGregor

Nahel Tzegai

Naomi Yang

Noof Ousellam

Rhoda Ofori-Attah

Rhys Yates

Ronke Adékoluẹjo

Saskia Chana

Tim Renkow

Tommy Jessop

Industry consultants supporting the 2019-2020 cohort Number of items shown:(8)

Daniel Fajemisin-Duncan

Marlon Smith

Kharmel Cochrane

Lauren Evans

Dominic Buchanan

Georgina Campbell

Ruth Madeley

Sunetra Sarker

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