LITA Award Categories

At the core of The Live Theatre Awards

The Live Theatre Award’s primary objective is to reward hard work and excellence within the theatre industry, showcase and appreciate the achievements of exceptional individuals and group projects, and promote Nigerian theatre endeavors nationally and internationally.

Best New Theatre Show
Best New Musical
Best Musical Revival
Best Play
Best Play Revival
Special Awards
Best Script
Best Book
Best Original Song
Best performance by an actor in a leading role in a play
Best performance by an actor in a leading role in a musical
Best performance by an actress in a leading role in a musical
Best performance by an actress in a leading role in a play
Best scenic design of a play
Best scenic design of a musical
Best costume design of a play
Best costume design of a musical
Best lighting design of a play
Best lighting design of a musical
Best sound design of a play
Best sound design of a musical
Best director in a play
Best director in a musical
Best Choreographer
Best theatre department in Nigeria
Best Student Production in Nigeria
Best Performance in a Student Theatre Production
Award for an organization/Individual for their support of the Arts
Person of the year award
Social change award of the year
Theatre award for a Nigerian in Diaspora (North America)
Theatre award for a Nigerian in Diaspora (Europe)
Theatre award for a Award for an International personality for their support of theatre in Nigeriain Diaspora (Europe)

LITA Awards

LITA presents an innovative venture to revolutionize the entertainment industry within Nigeria and Africa by honoring excellence in the theatrical
domain.

Target

LITA aspires to become the cornerstone event celebrating theatrical brilliance

Our Position

LITA is strategically positioned to transform Nigeria’s performing arts landscape.

At its core

LITA serves as an annual celebration of outstanding achievements

Fostering Talent

LITA seeks to establish itself as a catalyst for fostering talent and facilitating industry recognition.