Winners announced at Liverpool City Region Cultural Creation Awards, Africa Oe scoops People’s Choice Award
- Johnny Vegas gives special award to his on-screen mother
- Former BBC radio presenter Roger Phillips also presented the award at a glittering ceremony hosted by hockey and television star Sam Quek.
- The winners were artists, creators, volunteers and community groups, with 47 finalists selected in 15 categories.
Africa Oye, Roger Phillips and actress Elsie Kelly were among the winners at last night’s Liverpool City Region Cultural Creation Awards.
BBC Question of Sport captain and Olympic gold medalist Sam Quek MBE took to the stage at St Helens Rugby League Stadium to preside over a glittering ceremony celebrating the creative talent and achievements of people across the city region.
The music festival “Africa Oye” has been awarded the People’s Choice Award for Outstanding Contribution to Culture after more than 3,000 votes cast by the public.
Actor and comedian Johnny Vegas presented the Jury Inspiration Award (Lifetime Achievement Award) to Liverpool-born actress Elsie Kelly, mother of Benidorm, and Roger Phillips was recognized for his 42 years of service to the BBC. Awarded.
The jury shortlisted 47 finalists in 15 categories across five categories.th Annual award.
Steve Rotherham, Mayor of Liverpool City Region, said:
“I launched these awards because I wanted to shine a spotlight on the amazing individuals and businesses who go above and beyond each year to make our region the UK’s Capital of Culture. Their extraordinary talents enrich our lives and help make our region one of the most vibrant and exciting places to live, work, study, visit and do business. Masu.
“Simply put, creativity is in our DNA. That’s why I set aside 1% of our funding specifically for cultural activities, to support cultural initiatives across the region. This is the first plan of its kind in the country. All of our winners and finalists are committed to helping our region’s culture have the greatest impact on the lives of its residents. I send a big blessing to everyone!”
Johnny Vegas presents Benidorm’s on-screen mom Elsie Kelly with the Jury Inspiration Award.
Other winners included National Museums Liverpool winning the Brand New Innovation of the Year category for its ‘House of Memory on the Road’ project, as well as International Reach for Global Musical Moment during Eurovision. Also included is the award-winning “Help Ukraine Song.” Showing solidarity with Ukraine.
Councilor Mike Wharton, Portfolio Holder for Economic Development and Business for Liverpool City Region, said:
“Another successful event celebrating the impact that culture and creativity have on all of us in the Liverpool city region. We are sure to showcase the vast talent and innovation that we do, all of which contribute to positive economic growth in the region.
“Each year we get bigger and better than the last. Congratulations to all the winners and finalists!”
Sir Phil Redmond said:
“Culture and creativity are the foundation of most projects. It’s about introducing a different way of doing things and thinking laterally. was created to honor the.
“We would like to continue to celebrate the contribution of culture and creativity that brings fresh and exciting ways of looking at even the most mundane things in life. enables us to have real impact.”
Wirral-born Olympic hockey player turned TV presenter Sam Quek said:
“It was a fantastic and unique event and a lot of fun to organize. It was inspiring to see the range and diversity of people and groups involved and what they are doing to support the community. .
“Culture and creativity permeates so many areas and it’s certainly a big part of sport, so it’s great to see areas other than the traditional arts being recognized in this way. You should see more!”
The award was established in 2019 as part of Mayor Steve Rotherham’s commitment to invest 1% of the combined authority’s budget in cultural activities, and recognizes the contribution that the cultural and creative sector makes to the region and how they help people. It celebrates the difference it brings to the lives of people.
The 2024 event was sponsored by ACC Liverpool Group Ltd, Davies Partnership, The Manufacturing Technology Center Limited, Liverpool One, Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village, Sedulo, Glass Futures, World of Glass and Charity Bank.
Check out what happened on the night: