A Standing Ovation for the 5th Kenya Theatre Awards Winners
Huge congratulations to all the winners of the 5th Kenya Theatre Awards! Your artistry and dedication have not only earned you a well-deserved place in the spotlight but have also breathed vibrant life into the Kenyan cultural landscape. By pushing the boundaries of storytelling, performance, and production, you have reminded us of the transformative power of the stage. This milestone is a testament to your hard work and the undeniable growth of our local theatre scene. Thank you for your tireless contribution to the arts—your voices are essential, your stories are powerful, and your impact is lasting. Keep setting the stage on fire!
A Special Encore for Our Sponsors
A production of this magnitude doesn’t reach the stage without a strong supporting cast behind the scenes. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to the sponsors and partners of the 5th Kenya Theatre Awards. Your commitment to the creative economy is the backbone of this celebration. By investing in our local talent, you are doing more than just funding an event; you are providing a platform for Kenyan stories to be heard and preserved. Your belief in the power of the arts fosters innovation, builds community, and ensures that the spotlight continues to shine on our brightest stars. We are incredibly proud to have you as part of this journey,thank you for making this night, and the future of Kenyan theatre, possible.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
DANIEL MBUGUA

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD(POSTHUMOUS)
MARGARETTA WA GACHERU

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A YOUNG MALE ACTOR
PRAJEET GHOSE

BEST KIKWETU PRODUCTION
WANGU WA MAKERI

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE(PLAY)
TOBIT TOM

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A YOUNG FEMALE ACTOR
TANA GACHOKA

BEST BREAKTHROUGH FEMALE PERFORMER
RENEE GICHUKI

BEST DIRECTOR
MUGAMBI NTHIGA

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE(PLAY)
MICHAEL NDUNDA

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MONOLOGUE
MAKENA KAHUHA

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE IN A LEADING ROLE(PLAY)
LUCY WACHE

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE(PLAY)
JOYCE MUSOKE

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN A MUSICAL
JAZZ MOLL

BEST BREAKTHROUGH MALE PERFORMER
DALHIT OCHIENG

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MONOLOGUE
COSMAS KIRUI

BEST LIGHTING DESIGN
CHARLES STEPHEN

BEST LEARNING INSTITUTION
BRAEBURN GITANGA RD

BEST CHILDREN’S PLAY
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

BEST PLAYWRIGHT – ORIGINAL SCRIPT
YAFESI MUSOKE

BEST PRODUCER
JULISA ROWE

BEST PRODUCTION
FREE ME

BEST SOUND DESIGN
PHILIP MBAKA & TONNY KOOME

BEST SPOKEN WORD PRODUCTION
MIDNIGHT POETRY

BEST STAGE MANAGED PRODUCTION
RITA GITAU

BEST TWO-HANDER PRODUCTION
PREVAIL PRESENTS

BEST ORIGINAL CHOREOGRAPHY IN A MUSICAL/PLAY
APERTURE AFRICA PRODUCTIONS

USHIRIKA AWARDS
ROYAL MEDIA SERVICES

BEST SET DESIGN
MERCY MURIUKI & DEOFFREY NAMULALA

JURY’S SPECIAL AWARD
MARTHA GALAVU & MASIDZA GALAVU

JURY’S SPECIAL AWARD
ESTHER KAMBA

JURY’S SPECIAL AWARD
JUKWAA ARTS

WORLD IMPACT AWARD
ADAM CHIENJO

THEATRE COMPANY OF THE YEAR
PREVAIL PRESENTS







