Maya Jama wows in a summery white dress as she leaves first night of new play Shifters after she was revealed as one of the project's producers Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] By Amelia Wynne For Mailonline Published: 19:04 EDT, 12 August 2024 | Updated: 19:05 EDT, 12 August 2024 e-mail View comments Maya Jama wowed in a summery white dress as she left the first night of new play Shifters - which she is now a producer for. The Love Island host, 29, stunned in the off-the-shoulder garment as she headed home from the Duke of York theatre after the performance.
Last week it was revealed she would work on the West End transfer of Bush Theatre's Shifters with actor Idris Elba , 51, and Little Simz . The trio, who will produce the play, will be joined by Eleanor Lloyd Productions, Chuchu Nwagu Productions and Sonia Friedman Productions. As she stepped out Maya completed her outfit with a pair of stylish sliders and had a sleek black leather bag slung over her shoulder.
Maya Jama wowed in a summery white dress as she left the first night of new play Shifters - which she is now a producer for The Love Island host, 29, stunned in the off-the-shoulder garment as she headed home from the Duke of York theatre after the performance She wore her long brunette tresses in loose waves over her shoulders and opted for a low-key, natural makeup look. 'I'm so excited to be a part of bringing Benedict Lombe's beautiful play, Shifters, to the West End,' Maya said in a statement about the play last week. 'I fell in love with the play the moment I read it – I feel like I know these characters, I know their story, and it's also really wonderful to be able to see yourself represented in art, that's the most important part of it.
' She continued: 'I really hope you fall in love with these characters and their journey as much as I have.' Idris added: 'This play is so well written by Benedict Lombe and so well performed by Heather Agyepong and Tosin Cole, we feel very, very privileged to be a part of its transition into the West End.' Little Simz said she was 'moved to tears' by Shifters after seeing the show and said: 'Tosin and Heather spoke Benedict's words with such conviction and truth.
'Their performances were exceptional. I'm so glad it's showing again in the West End as this is a really important story that needs to be told. Get your tickets now before it's too late.
' A synopsis for the play reads: 'With the clock counting down until Des has to leave again, memories of their teen years collide with their present and they're forced to question if destiny has brought them back together for a reason. Last week it was revealed she would work on the West End transfer of Bush Theatre's Shifters with actor Idris Elba, 51, and Little Simz The trio, who will produce the play, will be joined by Eleanor Lloyd Productions, Chuchu Nwagu Productions and Sonia Friedman Productions As she stepped out Maya completed her outfit with a pair of stylish sliders and had a sleek black leather bag slung over her shoulder She wore her long brunette tresses in loose waves over her shoulders and opted for a low-key, natural makeup look 'I'm so excited to be a part of bringing Benedict Lombe's beautiful play, Shifters, to the West End,' Maya said in a statement about the play last week She continued: 'I really hope you fall in love with these characters and their journey as much as I have' 'Shifters is a beautifully intoxicating and relatable reminder of the enduring power of memory and young love.' Read More Maya Jama announces latest career move alongside Idris Elba as presenter shares excitement ahead of new role The West End Transfer of Shifters will preview August 12 at London's Duke of York's Theatre and runs until October 12.
Tickets, here . Maya has become one of the nation's most famous faces since landing one of the biggest gigs on TV as host of Love Island. The presenter has since gone on to bag other high profile jobs including hosting The BRITs, Comic Relief, as well as becoming the face of Dolce & Gabanna and gracing the cover of Vogue.
But after January's spin-off Love Island: All Stars' received it's lowest ever ratings for a final it is unclear if she will return next year. PR expert Nick Ede told MailOnline: 'Maya may have just come off the latest season of Love Island and split with her own love interest Stormzy but she is still one of the UK's biggest and brightest stars'. Idris added: 'This play is so well written by Benedict Lombe and so well performed by Heather Agyepong and Tosin Cole, we feel very, very privileged to be a part of its transition into the West End' Little Simz said she was 'moved to tears' by Shifters after seeing the show and said: 'Tosin and Heather spoke Benedict's words with such conviction and truth' She put on an animated display as she stood in the theatre entrance and chatted to some pals of hers She was seen chatting to some pals inside the theatre before she headed out and got into the cab 'I’m so excited to be a part of bringing Benedict Lombe’s (pictured) beautiful play, Shifters, to the West End,' Maya said in a statement Idris (seen) is another producer for the play Little Simz Maya Jama Love Island Idris Elba Share or comment on this article: Maya Jama wows in a summery white dress as she leaves first night of new play Shifters after she was revealed as one of the project's producers e-mail Add comment.
