Wednesday, 23 September 2015

Top Actor Africa' Reality show is back, calls for entries



BET hit 'Top Actor'  is on the hunt for the hottest acting talent on the
continent, ahead of season 2.

In the coming weeks, BET (DStv channel 129) is staging public auditions in Lagos Nairobi and Johannesburg, aimed at searching for talented actors of every description.

Winning the 'Top Actor Africa' title isn't all there's to gain.  A career-launching prize package that includes US$10,000 cash, a one-year contract with international representation, and access to Hollywood auditions are also to be won.

Top Actor Africa auditions will be held in Lagos on October 5 - 7, Nairobi  - October 10, and Johannesburg on October 14 - 16. 





Hosted by South African movie star Zikhona Sodlaka ('Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' and  'Generations'), the first season was won by South African drama student Altovise Lawrence, an increasingly popular figure on BET itself, where she now hosts an entertainment news show, BET Buzz.

Top Actor Africa will test the actors to the limits over seven weeks in nine vigorous acting challenges, taking them through every genre from comedy, Theatre, Soapie, Commercial, Romance, Horror, Drama and Action.

Along the way they will work with Hollywood and local industry experts including celebrity actors, casting agents, directors, producers, managers and writers.


Top Actor Africa' is an amazing platform for discovering this generation’s next great talent.  African actors are increasingly taking their rightful place on the world stage, and we are delighted to extend this empowering opportunity to aspiring actors across the continent," said Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, VIMN Africa.

The show will premiere across Africa on BET (DStv Premium, channel 129), in early 2016.

'Top Actor Africa'  is produced by Samad Davis in partnership with Urban Brew Studios.

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