Zimbabwe Theatre Academy

28/03/2026

“In this short time, I have learned things I did not encounter in school,” he said. “I learned how to get out of my head and trust my body to tell a story. I also learned to be aware of my space and to work effectively within a very limited time.”

These humbling reflections are shared by Gareth Ntugwerisho, a recent performing arts graduate, following his participation in a physical theatre workshop, led by our director Lloyd Nyikadzino

Under the invitation of Aganza Kisaka, President of ITI Uganda, and with support from The Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics , Lloyd Nyikadzino had the opportunity earlier this month to work with emerging theatre practitioners in Uganda. Grounded in mentorship, processes, and collaborative systems, this engagement has culminated in the creation of a piece that the participants will now present.

27/03/2026

08/03/2026

Zimbabwe Theatre Academy is hosting Ms. Neo Kebiditswe , a Botswana-based writer, director, and storyteller, for a residency and collaborative programme focused on Natural History, character-driven narratives through theatre and physical performance.
International Theatre Institute - Zimbabwe Theatre Cultures The Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics

27/02/2026

We are inviting a dynamic, highly organized, and passionate individual to apply for the position of Festival Coordinator for the 7th edition of the Mitambo International Theatre Festival in 2026—an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping one of Zimbabwe’s vibrant international theatre platforms.

We are seeking a proactive professional with strong coordination skills, keen attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for cultural production to help bring the festival to life.
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21/02/2026

If you’re in Kampala, Uganda, join us for the workshop “Routes & Roots: Artistic Narratives of Migration” and discover the transformative power of theatre-making and performance in sharing our own stories.

International Theatre Institute The Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics

12/01/2026

Deadline for Mitambo International Theatre Festival submissions!

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09/01/2026

Train with Zimbabwe’s premier accredited theatre school and turn your passion into purpose.

Whether you’re starting out or sharpening your professional skills, the Zimbabwe Theatre Academy is where artists are made.

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05/01/2026

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It had been a long day com­ing. When the South­ern African Devel­op­ment Com­munity (Sadc) Pro­tocol on Cul­ture, Inform­a­tion and Sport was signed on August 14, 2001, when it was felt that there was a need to reen­force the cent­ral role played by...

09/12/2025

Reznek (2012) states, “Physical theatre is a form that prioritizes the creative vitality of the individual living body in the act of performance.”

The Zimbabwe Theatre Academy’s 2025 physical theatre piece You and I illustrates this concept (pictures by Edwin Mandishona).

27/10/2025

Congratulations, Tatenda Mutyambizi!

It was great to see one of our writers, a graduate of Emerging Voices, our writers’ mentorship program run in partnership with the University of East Anglia (UEA) University of East Anglia (UEA) Creative Writing Department — premiere his new play.

The program, held in 2022, was led by Tsitsi Dangarembwa, the inaugural International Chair of Creative Writing (Africa Region), together with Professor Jean McNeil, Chair of the UEA Creative Writing Department.

His play, “These Humans Are Sick,” premiered at the recently launched Africa Voices Now Festival, a clear reminder of how training, mentorship, and consistency help shape a writer’s craft and voice.

17/10/2025

One Stage at a Time!

From October 18 to November 7, 2025, three Zimbabwean playwrights will take over the Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre -JMLT , presented by Almasi Collaborative Arts as part of the Africa Voices Now! Festival.

This new season marks the birth of another exciting theatre platform, joining the growing network of festivals and creative spaces that are pushing the development of theatre in Zimbabwe and across Africa.

We are especially proud of our Zimbabwe Theatre Academy alumni who are part of this journey:
Kundai Nqobani – Stage Manager (Can We Talk?)
Chantelle Gore– Assistant Stage Manager (Can We Talk?)
Bongai A Mtetwa – Stage Hand (All Plays)
Nyaradzo Nonnie Matanga – Social Media Consultant
Ronald Madolax Sigeca – Performer (These Humans Are Sick)

Together, these artists and partners continue to grow Zimbabwean theatre.