About the show
Legacy After Dark is a flagship talent showcase created and produced by Legacy in Motion, led by Shakeil Edwards and Tyrese Walters. The event provides a professional platform for talented young black artists from across London to showcase their creativity in front of live audiences and industry professionals.
Featuring exceptional performances in singing, rap, dance, and spoken word, Legacy After Dark celebrates the next generation of artists while creating opportunities for young people to build confidence, gain exposure, and develop their careers. The event is hosted by Wall of Entertainment member Steph not Steve.
The showcase is headlined by IMD Legion and MLizzy.
Legacy After Dark combines high-quality live entertainment with community impact, bringing together emerging performers, established guest artists, and supporters of youth culture for an unforgettable evening.
More than just a showcase, Legacy After Dark is a celebration of talent, creativity, and opportunity, empowering young people to step into the spotlight and inspiring the next generation of performers.
Age Guidance: 7+
Content Awareness: Contains depictions of suicide.
Running Time: 1hr 55mins
Please Note: Strobe lighting and haze may be used in this performance. Photography/filming will take place during this performance.
Creatives:
Shakeil Edwards – Creative Director & Producer
Tyrese Walters – Producer
Lamar Francis – Communications Manager
Andria Digba – Assistant Producer/Stage Manager
Andria Digba – Assistant Producer/Stage Manager
Artists:
dmmingós
SKD
Jaaziah
Melissa & Marissa
GR.7
Lyrixx
IAM Collective
Lit Superiors
Rashád
Taevion
Thomas Kenechi
Kamzz
Arianne
Empowered Movement
Josiah
Empowered Movement
Josiah
This performance takes place in the 2026 season of Young, Gifted & Black, and the 40th Anniversary year of Theatre Peckham. Click here to see the full programme for Young, Gifted & Black.
Your Stage, Your Story, Your Theatre Peckham. #TP40
