About Kitfest

Kitfest is an incredible celebration of creativity, innovation, and community. Join us for an unforgettable experience that brings together talented individuals from all walks of life to showcase their amazing projects and connect with like-minded creators.

Festival scene

Host Organizations

Kenya International Theatre Festival Trust (KITFT)

The Kenya International Theatre Festival Trust (KITFT) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and developing theatre arts in Kenya and across Africa. Established to foster cultural exchange and artistic excellence, KITFT serves as a platform for local and international theatre practitioners to showcase their talents and share diverse cultural narratives.

Vision

To be the leading platform for theatre excellence in Africa, fostering cultural exchange, artistic innovation, and community development through the power of performing arts.

Mission

To organize world-class theatre festivals that celebrate African stories, nurture emerging talent, provide professional development opportunities, and create sustainable cultural tourism while preserving and promoting our rich theatrical heritage.

Theatre and performing arts

Kenya Cultural Centre Incorporating Kenya National Theatre (KCC/NT)

Kenya Cultural Centre incorporating Kenya National Theatre (KCC-NT) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established by the Kenya Cultural Centre Act CAP 218 and mandated to provide a Centre for the use and enjoyment of the citizens of Kenya and to provide for the performance of music, drama and dancing, for the exhibition of works of art and craft and the holding of meetings for discussion of matters of literary, historical, scientific or educational interest or importance, and connected purposes as may be approved by the Governing Council.

KCC-NT is the nation’s oldest state cultural institution and is currently administered under the Ministry of Sports, Culture and Heritage.

KCC-NT Vision

To be the leading cultural institution in Africa, promoting artistic excellence, cultural diversity, and creative innovation while preserving and showcasing Kenya's rich cultural heritage for current and future generations.

KCC-NT Mission

To provide a dynamic platform for artistic expression, cultural education, and community engagement through world-class performances, educational programs, and cultural initiatives that celebrate Kenya's artistic legacy and nurture emerging talent.