Tawanna Terrell-Thomas is the powerhouse CEO and founder of Terrell Entertainment LLC, established in 2015. Based in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area, Terrell Entertainment has risen to become a premier multimedia company recognized for delivering compelling stage plays, acclaimed films, and impactful entertainment experiences nationwide.

Starting with the DMV’s most celebrated stage plays such as I'm In Love With Your Man, One Mama, I'm Still Your Mama, Why Good Girls Become Bad Boys (in both DMV and Dallas, TX), and Bound and Gagged (DMV and Richmond, VA), Tawanna has consistently created productions that spark conversation and emotional connection.

In 2019, Terrell Entertainment produced a sold-out Thanksgiving Gospel concert featuring Grammy Award-winning artist Le’Andria Johnson, a pivotal moment that showcased the company’s ability to merge inspiration with excellence.

Driven by passion and powered by vision, Tawanna expanded into film and television, developing a catalog that continues to receive national and international attention. With an unwavering focus on integrity, quality, and storytelling that reflects real-life challenges and triumphs, Terrell Entertainment has produced and co-produced over 13 films—many of
which have gone viral with viewerships ranging from 9 million to 20 million.

Recent Film & Television Projects:
- The Creep (2024) – Psychological thriller with over 25M impressions and a global buzz
- 80/20 (2024) – Groundbreaking film tackling relationship dynamics
- Get Back Up (2024) – A redemptive journey of hope, family, and perseverance
- Big Is Beautiful (2025) – Celebrating self-love and body positivity
- My Brother’s Keeper (2025) – A powerful story of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption
- True Story: Marando Warther – Based on the life of a returned citizen who served 39 years for a crime he didn’t commit
- The Agnostic II (2025) – A bold sequel exploring faith, doubt, and healing
- Unhinged Love (2024) – A passionate, turbulent love story wrapped in mystery and emotional depth
- The Kingsmen Series (Fall 2025) – A gripping episodic drama spotlighting leadership, betrayal, and legacy
Past Productions/Collaborations Include:
- Gaslight (2022)
- The Forgettable Life of Liam White (2021)
- Double Cross (2019)
- King Sun – The Mob Series
- Let’s All Meet (2019)
- Undeniable – The Tray Chaney Story
- Uproar TV Series
- The Choir Movie (Fred Hammond, 2019)

Tawanna's leadership, resilience, and commitment to purpose-driven storytelling have earned her the respect of her peers and partners. She collaborates with Emmy-winning talent such as James Duhon, celebrated directors like Michael J. Pinckney, and top-tier producers including Demarcus Bailey.

Her company continues to scale new heights, from streaming platform negotiations (Tubi, Roku) to community engagement initiatives such as Thanksgiving Blessing Drives, proving that Terrell Entertainment is more than a company—it’s a movement.

Tawanna’s mission remains steadfast: to elevate underrepresented voices, inspire audiences through authenticity, and build legacy through film, television, and stage.