Cape Town – Curro Durbanville – Amidst the glamour of Curro Create’s #Acting4Film 2026 showcase, two prestigious awards were presented to honour outstanding creativity and mentorship in the performing arts.

Creative of the Year – Luca Human, Curro Durbanville High School. Actor, singer, songwriter, musician, producer, and performer, Luca Human embodies the spirit of boundless creativity. Furthermore, her work across CAS, the Advanced Mentorship Programme, professional theatre and television, and original music production reflects the award’s essence: curiosity, courage, versatility, and an irrepressible drive to create. Luca’s achievements also remind us why young artists should never be confined to boxes.

Excellence in Drama Teaching – Cecilia Wesson, Curro Durbanville Primary School. Behind every extraordinary performer stands an extraordinary teacher. Cecilia Wesson’s generous mentorship, creativity and unwavering dedication have consistently elevated her learners across Curro Create projects. Year after year, her students rank in the Top 10 percentile. This reflects her work ethic and passion for nurturing young talent. This award honours not only her teaching, but the personal commitment she invests in every learner’s journey.

Winner Spotlight

• Luca Human – Creative of the Year. Curro Durbanville High School celebrates Luca Human. Her fearless versatility across stage, screen, and original music especially embodies the very essence of creativity.
• Cecilia Wesson – Excellence in Drama Teaching. Cecilia Wesson, Curro Durbanville Primary School, is also honoured for her exceptional mentorship and consistent success in nurturing young performers to national acclaim.

Celebrating Achievement. Curro Create therefore proudly applauds all #A4F finalists and winners of 2026. Each performance and accolade also reflects the courage, artistry and excellence that define our creative community.

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