Actor John Boyega’s congratulates mentor on MBE by the Queen

Above: Teresa Early with members of Theatre Peckham. Inset, John Boyega

John Boyega celebrated his mentor’s achievement after she was made an MBE by the Queen at the Investiture Ceremony.

Teresa Early established Theatre Peckham – of which Mr Boyega was a student – working as its artistic director for 34 years.

She was made an MBE last week for services to young people in the arts.

Mr Boyega said: “I’m very proud of her for all she has achieved and the many lives she continues to impact in a positive way.”