Submissions for KITF 2026 are open

Curated by Tebere Arts Foundation, the Kampala International Theatre Festival (KITF) is a 5 day celebration of theatre through thought provoking panel conversations, exhibitions, masterclasses, workshops, stage readings, installations and full theatre productions. The Kampala International Theatre Festival has been in existence for the past 12 years.

This year, will be the 12th Edition of the Festival and it shall run from 25th - 29th November, 2026 in Kampala, Uganda.

Thank you for your interest in participating in KITF 2026. Please fill out the submission form below with the required details.

Do not hesitate to reach out to us at tebereartscentre@gmail.com Or info@kampalainternationaltheatrefestival.com if you have any issues, questions and concerns.

Deadline for Application: 11:59 PM (East African Time), Friday 31st March, 2026.

The Kampala International Theatre Festival (KITF) is the major international theatre event in Uganda. It takes place each year in the third week of November for 5 days in the city of Kampala, Uganda's Capital. The festival is organized by Tebere Arts Foundation and has been supported by various partners over the decade; The European Union, Sundance Institute, Stichting DOEN, USA for Africa, Jibu Water, the British Council, Pro Helvetia Johannesburg and so many others.

Till now KITF has had 10 successful editions (including 2 virtual editions during the pandemic) presenting more than 130 performances from 25 countries from all around the world. The festival includes tens of theatrical full productions, dramatic play readings, an Audio Play Installation, Masterclasses (e.g Directing for Audio, Acting for Stage, and many more), Workshops, panel discussions and more recently, a comedy show that closes the festival.

The festival works in good partnership with leading national media and also with foreign cultural centres and embassies. Every year it attracts over 1000 spectators.

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