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Chipepo

Born / credited as Chipepo Bernard

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β€œA performance ends when the curtain falls, but a great story lives on in the hearts of its audience.”

Chipepo
Productions
3Linked archive credits
Years Active
2017Professional practice
Awards
2Honours and festivals
Disciplines
10Creative roles

Chipepo Bernard is a Zambian actor, theatre practitioner, producer, and creative entrepreneur whose journey in performance began in the church before expanding into school and professional theatre.

During his secondary school years, he developed his passion for acting through productions such as The Blind Can See by John Ntulisha, The Prodigal Daughter, and The Wedding Ring. These early experiences laid the foundation for a career dedicated to storytelling and performance.

In 2009, Chipepo entered professional theatre as an understudy in A Husband for Breakfast with Chingola Arts Society. His commitment to the craft quickly earned recognition, and in 2012 he received the Banam's Award for Best Cameo Performance. During this period, he also appeared in productions including The Prodigal Daughter and Taste of the Forbidden Fruit.

In 2013, Chipepo relocated to Lusaka and joined NAPSA Theatre Club, where he made his debut in the production Hunter of God, playing the lead role of Kamuno. Since then, he has performed in numerous acclaimed productions including Bad Timing, Tantrums, Tears at the Palace, Brother Handiya's PhD, My Dearest Momo, and Uncle James, among others.

His performance in Tantrums saw him participate in productions staged both in Lusaka and at the Livingstone Defence Festival. Throughout his career, Chipepo has remained committed to theatre as a platform for social engagement, cultural expression, and artistic excellence.

Beyond acting, he is actively involved in creative entrepreneurship, supporting the growth of Zambia's theatre, film, and digital storytelling industries through innovative projects and arts initiatives.

Began acting in church productions before progressing to school theatre. Performed in The Blind Can See, The Prodigal Daughter, and The Wedding Ring during secondary school. Started professional acting career in 2009 with Chingola Arts Society. Served as understudy in A Husband for Breakfast. Winner of the Banam's Award for Best Cameo Performance (2012). Performed in Taste of the Forbidden Fruit and other productions with Chingola Arts Society. Joined NAPSA Theatre Club in 2013. Played the lead role of Kamuno in Hunter of God. Appeared in Bad Timing, Tantrums, Tears at the Palace, Brother Handiya's PhD, My Dearest Momo, and Uncle James. Performed at the Livingstone Defence Festival.

Media

Gallery

Credits

Experience Timeline

2024cast

Tears At The Palace

Credited as Yonah.

2023crew

Blood Ties

Credited as Sounds.

2025cast

Brother Handiya's PHD

Credited as Texter Chabanenge.

AwardHonour

2012 – Banam's Award for Best Cameo Performance:Recognized for an outstanding supporting role during his time with Chingola Arts Society.

Recognition recorded in the artist archive.

AwardHonour

2025 – NATAAZ Award for Best Supporting Actor: Awarded Best Supporting Actor at the National Theatre Arts Association of Zambia (NATAAZ) Awards for his performance in Brother Handiya's PhD, one of NAPSA Theatre Club's acclaimed productions.

Recognition recorded in the artist archive.

ArchiveExperience

Began acting in church-based productions and drama activities.

ArchiveExperience

Secondary School

ArchiveExperience

The Blind Can See – John Tulisha

ArchiveExperience

The Prodigal Daughter

ArchiveExperience

The Wedding Ring

ArchiveExperience

2009 - Joined professional theatre through Chingola Arts Society.

ArchiveExperience

Understudy in A Husband for Breakfast.

ArchiveExperience

2013 –Joined NAPSA Theatre Club in Lusaka.

ArchiveExperience

Lead role (Kamuno) in Hunter of God, Bad Timing, Tantrums (Lusaka and Livingstone Defence Festival), Tears at the Palace, Brother Handiya's PhD, My Dearest Momo, Uncle James. Various theatre productions, festivals, and creative arts initiatives.

Representation

Bookings, commissions, and collaborations.

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