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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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;…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Dar es Salaam
Ngoma (drumming and dancing) performances daily (Tsh2000 per person), whenever there is sufficient demand, plus occasional special afternoon programs…
Kisumu
With live music most nights, this is the place to see Lingala music performed by Congolese bands. Be prepared for mellifluous rhythms and a fair bit of…
Southwestern Uganda
Visit Kikorongo Women Community for performances and craft demonstrations.
