Teniola Olatoni

Occupation: Director, Producer, Writer, Entrepreneur, Restaurateur, Jewellery Designer
Alma Mater: The Met Film School, UK

Career Stats

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Movies: 0
Lead Roles: 0
Supporting: 0
Years Active: 0yrs
Awards Won: 0
Nominated: 0

Career Overview

Teniola Olatoni is a Nigerian actress whose filmography is being cataloged. As African cinema continues to grow globally, Teniola's contributions to the industry represent an important part of the continent's rich storytelling tradition.

Biography

EARLY LIFE

Teniola Olatoni attended Film School at The Met Film School, UK.

CAREER

A Co-Founder of Adam & Eve Luxury Homeware Store, Teniola worked here for 5 years from 1997 before establishing Gems of Nubia – Contemporary Jewellery. This was followed by her stint as a Restaurateur with La Cachette, Gemstone Café and Rodizzio. While at Rodizzio, Teniola produced many shows featuring renowned Nigerian Musicians, Comedians and Poets. This experience culminated in The Divas Rock Concert which featured internationally acclaimed Salt ‘n’ Pepa alongside leading Nigerian Female Artists. Passionate about storytelling particularly in the voice of the African woman, Teniola established Sourmash Stories – a production company dedicated to telling “our” stories on Stage, in films and on TV. Her Directing credits include ‘SAVED’ – a short film project and this is her first theatre production, The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives (stage) & The New Normal – her 1st feature film.