Opening Ceremony
A grand launch to set the tone, featuring welcome addresses, karaoke, DJ rave, and formal introductions of participating schools and dignitaries.
TASFA VALUE PROPOSITION
Skills Development for Students
TASFA 2025 will empower over 3,000 students from universities and colleges nationwide with practical training in key creative fields. Through masterclasses, workshops, and performance-based learning, students will gain hands-on experience in acting, stage management, technical production, and media arts—preparing them for success in Nigeria's evolving creative industry.
Promoting Cultural Integration
TASFA brings together students from all six geopolitical zones, creating a melting pot of languages, traditions, and ideas. Through collaboration and shared artistic experiences, the festival fosters national unity, cross-cultural understanding, and social harmony—an essential goal in today's Nigeria.
Promoting Nigeria's Culture & Art
The festival is a vibrant celebration of Nigeria's diverse cultural heritage, using exhibitions, costume parades, academic presentations, and performances to educate and inspire. TASFA promotes cultural pride and artistic excellence, helping preserve traditional practices while exploring new artistic expressions.
Empowering Female Creative Arts Students
TASFA is committed to bridging the gender gap in the creative industry by supporting over 400 female participants with small grants, leadership training, and mentorship in fields such as marketing and communications, production management, costume design, and directing. This initiative builds confidence, skills, and visibility for young women creatives.
Developing Leaders in the Creative Economy
Through strategic mentorship, internship opportunities, and leadership development, TASFA will nurture 50 promising student leaders in Film, Theatre, Television, New Media, and Radio. These future industry changemakers will gain the tools, networks, and confidence needed to drive innovation in Nigeria's creative economy.
Theatre Reimagined:
Celebrating Roots, Creating Futures
Nominations
July 21st – August 10th, 2025
Online Voting
August 19th – August 29th, 2025
Submission of Works
September 4th – September 13th, 2025
Grading of Submitted Works
September 19th – September 30th, 2025
Award Presentation Ceremony
November 22nd, 2025
