Welcome to MLA

Founded in 1974 by the late Moonyeenn Lee, MLA is the largest artists agency on the African continent. MLA represents and manages the most acclaimed and accomplished talent who work across all channels including film, television, theatre, commercial, voice and digital platforms.

With offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town, our experience, expertise, and passion for the craft is evident in our carefully selected roster of multilingual and diverse actors, screenwriters, and directors.


Our Latest Talent

  • Natasha Thahane

    Litlhonolo August

    Londa Mkhize

    Likhona Mpepo

  • Tara Berwin

    Thandi Sebe

    Harry Field

    Mila Smith

  • Frances van Rooyen

    Craig Urbani

    Kathryn Hallock

    Evangelina Hallock

  • Bonga Dlamini

    Alonso Grandio

    Palesa Molefe

    Siya Mbambo Zenzile

Our Latest Talent

  • Natasha Thahane

  • Londa Mkhize

  • Likhona Mpepo

  • Tara Berwin

  • Thandi Sebe

  • Harry Field

MLA News

The Last Ranger nominated for an Oscar!

The South African short film The Last Ranger has been nominated for the Best Live Action Short Film award at the 97th Academy Awards. Starring Avumile Qongqo and Liyabona Mroqoza, directed by Cindy Lee and written and produced by Darwin Shaw, Will Hawkes & David S Lee, the film is a gripping portrayal of rhino poaching and conservation efforts of the […]

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Director Cindy Lee's short film makes the shortlist for Oscars 2025

The Last Ranger has been shortlisted for the Best Live-Action Short Film for the Oscars 2025. This multi-award-winning short is one of 15 top short films in the running for a nomination, which will be announced on the 19th of January 2025. The story centres around young Litha, played by the MLA's talented Liyabona Mroqoza, […]

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MLA Call For Cast 2024 Top 13 Announced

Our annual open auditions, Call For Cast, was a call to all actors residing in Cape Town. Thanks to everyone who participated in 2024, we appreciate you all. Ultimately, it came down to who was the best of the best, and we landed on our lucky TOP 13. We are excited to have you join […]

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