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- ↑ Thomas, Sophie (2020-10-21). "Nominees for 2020 Black British Theatre Awards announced". London Theatre. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
- ↑ BBTA (2023-05-22). "The Black British Theatre Awards 2020 Winners". Black British Theatre Awards. Retrieved 2024-10-01.