About

Zinny Udala is an Edinburgh-based Belgian-Nigerian actor and writer. She has been in Scotland for four years and trained at Queen Margaret University, she graduated this year with a BA (Hons) in Acting and Performance. She’s interested in performing and writing narratives that capture the complexities and beauty of people's lives in surreal settings. She writes and performs in both English and French and enjoys storytelling through various mediums. She is currently concentrating on the power of acoustic performance and working on a radio drama.

Being awarded the fund

“Being chosen for the creative fund came as a pleasant surprise. I didn't think I'd be eligible as a non-native artist, but I applied anyway, and thankfully, it worked out. This is a lesson and a reminder to not let my limiting beliefs dictate my actions. It is very encouraging to receive support, especially since I have only recently graduated from university and entered the professional world. I am excited to be mentored and to find my voice as an actor and writer in Scotland's creative community.”