A world where Black theatre is simply, theatre.
The Rendition is a 22,000-strong community that fills theatre seats with more diverse audiences — we spotlight Black Theatre through our newsletter and social networks, and through The Rendition Studio advise theatres on how to reach and resonate with diverse audiences.
Our heartbeat and mission is to turn theatre into a space that celebrates Black stories, and embraces Black people.
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Shore Delano
FOUNDER & CEO
Shore Delano is a British-Nigerian cultural advocate and founder of The Rendition. Her heart lies in community building, serving the collective and making theatre accessible to all, especially Black communities.
In early 2024, drawing on over a decade of experience in production and project management within corporate and agency environments—and combining this with her expertise in connecting audiences to theatre shows at scale—Shore launched The Rendition Studio. -
Eniola Edusi
EDITORIAL LEAD
Eniola is a Nigerian-British creative with a deep passion for the arts, nurtured from an early age by the vibrant world of Nollywood. This early exposure sparked a lifelong love for theatre and performance.
In 2021, Eniola took on the role of Head of Editorial, where, over the past two years, she has interviewed a wide range of Black creatives, bringing insightful and unique perspectives to the theatre landscape. -
Melody Abike
CONTENT ASSISTANT
Melody Adebisi is a writer and storyteller from East London. A social science graduate, she completed her dissertation on black British girlhood and has remained passionate about documenting the topic in her own writing.
Melody has worked across tech, qualitative research and social enterprise. She is currently settled in journalism and has a true passion for telling authentic and compelling stories. -
Minji Suh
IN-HOUSE VIDEOGRAPHER
Minji is a Korean-Canadian audiovisual producer whose passion for the performing arts began with acting at an early age. Since relocating to London, her connection to the stage has only deepened, feeling continuously inspired by the city’s thriving theatre scene.
In 2024, Minji joined The Rendition Studio to help expand its reach and impact. With an extensive background in production and a dedication to uncovering authentic stories, she approaches every project with curiosity, cultural insight, and a commitment to amplifying diverse voices.es here -
Zainab Swanzy
EDITORIAL ASSOCIATE
Zainab is an award-winning corporate professional and creative, with experience in finance, technology, strategy and product management.
She is a founder, model and writer with a passion for spotlighting and celebrating Black people and stories. Zainab was a founding member of online publication gal-dem, and she published her first book in 2022 about afro hair. She joined The Rendition in 2025 as Editorial Associate. -
Rebecca Wellington
CONTENT CREATOR
Rebecca is a content and UGC creator based in South East London, with a creative background rooted in theatre from a young age. Her journey has taken her from the stage to the digital world, blending performance with storytelling in fresh, authentic ways.With experience in both theatre and PR/social media, Rebecca brings a unique perspective to her work combining the art of narrative with a strong sense of audience and engagement. Whether she's behind the camera or behind the scenes, her passion for creative expression shines through in everything she does.
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Mariah Johnson
COLLABORATIONS & PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Mariah is a media partnerships professional with a long-standing passion for theatre and the arts. From childhood performances to family theatre trips, storytelling and live performance have always been a key part of her life.Joining The Rendition in 2025 as the Collaborations and Production Associate, she brings a keen eye for creative partnerships and a passion for amplifying untold stories and fresh voices in the industry.