This inaugural show was first held in September 1999 at the Stratford Town Hall – East London.
Why BECA – Black Entertainment Comedy Awards
Black comedians have been making an impact in British society both on screen and off and they are currently involved in various aspects of comedy entertainment from script writing to theatre to stand-up performances as seen in Vagina Monologues (Angie le Mar and Gina Yashere) in historic Television shows like the BBC’s The Real McCoy, Blouse and Skirt, The Lenny Henry Show, The A-Force and The Crouches, Channel 4’s No Problem, Desmond’s, The Posse. ITV’s The Fosters and 291 Club and more recently in 3 non blondes and Little Miss Jocelyn.
There was also a dedicated black comedy circuit that operated across the UK on a weekly basis and often attracts a multicultural audience.
BECA was born out of the need to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions made by Black British comedy talent and as the UK’s only official Black Comedy Awards it has, since 1999, given recognition to Black comedians both past and present for their achievements.
BECA was important in supporting and encouraging others and used the annual event as a platform to show case and support up and coming Black comedians as well as giving to charity.
BECA was an awards evening and it fused comedy, music and an awards presentation to create a gala event and engages the public in choosing comedians to nominate as well as voting for the award winners.
Tharmm Equest – The Producers
The company were and are still heavily involved in producing comedy shows.
Such titles produced have been called, No Holds Barred, Sweat, No Mercy, The Weakest Link, Ah Wa Do Dem, Three The Hard Way, Angels with Pretty Faces, Know Your Side, Si Mi Here, Represent Your Side, Let’s Talk About Sex and worked with one of Jamaica’s finest comic Tony “Paleface” Hendriks on his show “Brixton Road Portraits” and two very high-profile shows which are branded.
Two of Our flagship shows were called BECA (Black Entertainment Comedy Awards) and the other is the highly acclaimed Back In Da Day shows.
Tharmm Equest offers their clients a unique, individual service tailored to their needs.
Due to our resources and knowledge in the entertainment industry, we are in an ideal position to supply clients an efficient and effective service.
Our commitment is to provide clients services of the highest quality and to build a global business respected for its profitability, professionalism and integrity.
