Kampala
If you’re interested in traditional dance and music, try to catch a dinner-theatre performance of the Ndere Troupe at Ndere Centre. It showcases dances…
Must-see entertainment in East Africa
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Nairobi
This may just be the most appealing live-music venue in town. It draws a trendy, upmarket crowd with its fair share of Nairobi hipsters for the regular…
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Nairobi
This monthly picnic-concert is one of the best-loved features on Nairobi's live-music circuit. Musicians vary, but the underlying principle is to support…
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Traditional Rwandan Dance Troupe
Rwanda
There is a traditional Rwandan dance troupe based in Huye, and its show is spectacular. The Intore dance originated in Burundi and involves elaborate…
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Zanzibar Town
Many music genres are studied at this academy and regular evening concerts showcase students' work, from Afro-jazz and fusion to taarab – Zanzibar's…
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Zanzibar Town
Come for coffee, a meal or a movie – or all three. With comfortable sofas, funky decor and an imaginative menu (snacks from Tsh3000; meals Tsh9000 to…
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Zanzibar Town
The gap left by the closure of the much-loved Cine Afrique has been filled by the even-more delightful Zancinema. Owned and run by a local movie…
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Dar es Salaam
Traditional and modern dance, live music and more at the monthly Barazani multicultural nights. It’s held on the second or third Wednesday of the month;…
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Kampala
Kampala musicians get together every Monday at the National Theatre for informal jams and live performances – a must if you're in the city. The place…
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Kampala
There’s a quality program of music, film, dance and drama performances in the theatre itself, but most travellers come here for the popular, free nightly…
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Nairobi
This is Nairobi's major theatre and performing-arts venue. As well as contemporary and classic plays and musicals, there are special events such as beauty…
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Zanzibar Town
Performances of local music, dance and drumming are often held at the Old Fort, but the schedule is variable. Stop by the information desk at the entrance…
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Dar es Salaam
Ngoma (drumming and dancing) performances daily (Tsh2000 per person), whenever there is sufficient demand, plus occasional special afternoon programs…
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Southwestern Uganda
Visit Kikorongo Women Community for performances and craft demonstrations.
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