The Milton Keynes Black Excellence Awards will take place on January 13th 2024 at the Delta Hotel by Marriot in Kents Hill, Milton Keynes.
Chaired by Richard Clifford Blackwood a British actor, presenter, rapper and comedian who played Vincent Hubbard in the BBC soap opera EastEnders, and has starred in various films and theatrical productions.
Opening the show with the amazing Adante Dance Troupe, followed by headline performance from UK Garage and Hip-hop legends, So Solid Crew.
Performances follow from local musical talent Sheniah, theatrical performance from Yaw's Playhouse and young rap talent YB Mully.
Taking audiences from Milton Keynes to the Caribbean with UNIKA Dance Events.
A three-course meal will be served and there will be inspiring speeches and more.
The all-important Awards show will be the highlight of the night celebrating and showcasing excellence and contribution within MK's black community. There are 8 Awards Categories, with 55 nominees, 4032 votes cast and 9 judges making the final decisions on winners.
During Black History Month in October 2023, eleven black ladies were named Black female Pioneers. Amongst this group of pioneers one will be named ‘The Black Female Pioneer of the Year 2024’.
According to founder and organiser, Nana Oguntola, the event is a response to the need to highlight and celebrate the work and contributions of black individuals, businesses and organisations in the city.
‘I felt there was not adequate representation and presence in awards events and I could see some of the excellent work people who are not in the mainstream or large enough are doing in the city and I wanted to highlight this and also use the platform to motivate encourage and inspire all of us now and for the future’.
VIP and ordinary tickets are available to purchase here.
