Broadway Movie Academy to commence training in January, engages top Nollywood professionals
The Broadway Movie Academy has officially announced the commencement of its intensive creative training programme, set to begin on January 8, 2026, in Lagos. The one-month immersive programme will provide participants with hands-on training across five core areas, including acting, directing, screenwriting, cinematography, and producing. The academy will also host exclusive masterclasses featuring some of Nollywood’s finest and most respected professionals, including: Bimbo Akintola, Yvonne Jegede, Daniel Oriahi, Uzor Arukwe, Deyemi Okanlawon, Bayo “Lion” Adedeji, Moses Babatope, Ruth Kadiri, Itele D’Icon, Dele Momodu, Fathia Williams, Rogers Ofime, Chineze Anyaene, and James Omokwe.
The academy, which is an NGO initiative by The Hype Agency, spearheaded by Samuel Olatuji (Bigsam), is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of filmmakers by bridging the gap between raw talent and professional mastery. Participants will receive practical instruction, mentorship, and exposure designed to prepare them for the realities of today’s fast-evolving film industry. Each trainee will also collaborate on a short film project, serving as part of their professional showreel.
The academy boasts an impressive faculty roster with seasoned industry professionals leading various departments. The faculty lecturers include: Yvonne Jegede (acting), Darlington Abula (producing), Samuel Olatunji “Bigsam” (directing), Bolarinwa Okeowo (cinematography), and Adeniji Damola (producing – art of assistant directing). The heads of faculty are: Bimbo Akintola (acting), Daniel Oriahi (directing), Okpe Andy (cinematography), Osagie Wale Muriana (producing), and Kehinde Joseph (screenwriting).
In addition, the academy’s stellar lineup of masterclass speakers includes Uzor Arukwe, Deyemi Okanlawon, Bayo “Lion” Adedeji, Moses Babatope, Ruth Kadiri, Itele D’Icon, Dele Momodu, Fathia Williams, Rogers Ofime, Chineze Anyaene, and James Omokwe. They will be sharing valuable insights on key industry topics. The sessions will cover how to deliver unforgettable performances as an actor, personal branding, cracking the code of television and YouTube monetisation, getting corporates to buy into your vision and brand, the business of filmmaking, and how to stand out as an actor, director, or crew member in today’s competitive Nollywood landscape.
Through its mix of expert mentorship, hands-on learning, and real-world exposure, the Broadway Movie Academy aims to redefine creative education and empower a new wave of filmmakers ready to transform Nollywood’s storytelling landscape.
