A talented teenage actor from Newark is in the running for a major national theatre honour, putting her hometown's performing arts scene in the spotlight.
Local Star Earns National Recognition
Eleni Chivers, aged 17, has received a nomination for Best Leading Performer in a New Production of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards. The prestigious nomination comes following her acclaimed performance as Theo in 'Theo in Between' at Leeds Carriageworks Theatre this summer. BroadwayWorld is the United Kingdom's largest theatre website, and its fan-led awards mean public votes are crucial for success.
Eleni, who attends Nottingham Girls' High School, faces competition from established West End actors, making every single vote vital. Supporters can help by selecting her in the first category and choosing 'no nomination' for the remaining sections.
A Lifelong Passion for the Stage
Eleni's journey in theatre began at a very young age. Having lived in Newark since she was two, she joined the New Youth Theatre at just five years old. Her impressive stage credits already include lead roles in major productions like 'Les Misérables', 'We Will Rock You', 'Grease', and 'West Side Story'.
For the past four years, she has also performed with the British Youth Music Theatre. Her recent work with them garnered excellent press reviews and directly led to this award nomination. Her next project will see her take a leading role in the Youth Edition of the musical 'Rent'.
Beyond the stage, Eleni has been honing her screen skills for the past two years at The Television Workshop in Nottingham. This renowned programme has launched the careers of stars including Bella Ramsey and Vicky McClure, providing Eleni with top-tier training for a professional acting future.
How to Support Newark's Rising Star
This nomination is not just a personal achievement for Eleni; it is a celebration of the vibrant local theatre community in Newark. Community support through voting could secure this significant accolade and bring well-deserved national recognition to the area's arts talent.
Voting is a straightforward process:
- Navigate to the BroadwayWorld UK Awards voting page.
- Find the first category: 'Best Leading Performer in a New Production of a Musical'.
- Select Eleni Chivers as your choice.
- For all other categories, please select the 'no nomination' option to complete your vote.
Every vote will make a real difference in helping this dedicated local star shine on a national platform.
