International Alliance for Umunthu Theatre

28/03/2026

Hi there,

We're Umunthu Theatre, and we'd love your input to help make theatre in Malawi even better! This quick 5-min survey will help us understand what you love, what stops you from attending more, and how we can improve your experience. Your feedback is anonymous and will help shape better shows and marketing.

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Thanks for supporting the arts!

Warm regards,
Umunthu Theatre

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12/05/2025

We surely should come back with another piece.

30/11/2024

This year, we brought you Nyambose Goes to Town. As the year comes to a close, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support you have shown us.

We are thrilled to announce that the play has been nominated for Entertainers of the Year by MBC!

You can help us win Best Stage Play of the Year 2024 by voting through the link below.

Thank you for being part of this amazing journey!

Entertainers of the Year is MBC’s flagship awards event, dedicated to recognizing and celebrating outstanding Malawians excelling in various fields, including music, sports, drama, poetry, and media. The award ceremony will be held at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) on December 14...

13/08/2024

13/08/2024

Hello Theatre lovers.

05/05/2024

East, West home is the best!! Nyambose Goes to Town will be premiered in Zomba 9 days from today!!!

25/04/2024

Ukuku tiyeni guys musajombe.. Buy 2 tickets and get one for free $^2

Introducing the glue of the team, the guy who brings everyone at one spot.

Theodore Pleasant Banda is a passionate Theatre practitioner and a filmmaker who specializes in directing, acting and script writing.

Pleasant is a holder of an accounting diploma from ICAM-THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS IN MALAWI .

In his career, Pleasant has contributed a lot in the Malawi Theatre industry, having starred in and directed over 20 theatre productions from 2012 till date. Some of the notable projects he has worked on include Waiting for Godot which he worked with Mwezi arts Operation Mandala 1915 which he directed and starred under RISE ARTS , Lost But Found which he directed and starred under Rise Arts and which was performed in Harare, Zimbabwe at the SAFE Festival, NYANGU which was performed at the Jacaranda Festival (Lusaka Play House, Zambia), Bwabwalala with WAZ arts and Prison Catastrophe which he toured with Paragon Arts. He has also worked us a director in several secondary school drama clubs.

Pleasant is thrilled to be part of "Nyambose Goes To Town" a production that addresses pressing issues faced by Malawians everyday. As part of the International Alliance for Umunthu Theatre team, they aim to shine a spotlight on the realities of life and provoke meaningful conversations about societal challenges.

25/04/2024

Super creative yet humble.

Alinafe Chikoko KellieEclipse is an Educationist and theatre practitioner.

Kellie holds a Bachelor of Education (languages) Degree from University of Malawi - UNIMA

His artistic portfolio includes Productions for broadcast, stage, radio, film and schools. He has worked with story workshop on both film and radio productions. He is also a director at Inter-Alliance for Umunthu theatre. He has been the President of Chanco Travelling-Theatre during his University days. He is also the Director for "Agalu Awiri" the NASFEST 2023/24 winner.

"Nyambose Goes to Town, written by Inno Katz is a theatrical production that brings characters that appeal to a lot of people. Being part of the production is exhortative."

25/04/2024

A humble reminder we have Mchonya uyuyu in the team too,Namatetule promax.

Shantel Mgawana is a multi-talented individual, with a background in the arts and health. With a Bachelor's degree in Optometry Honour's from Mzuzu University she combines her passion for healthcare with her love for the performing arts.Having excelled as an actress and a director of the Mzuzu University Theatre Heights Ensemble-MUTHE acting group, Shantel demonstrated her leadership skills and artistic vision. Her experience in directing has enhanced her understanding of theatrical storytelling, making her a valuable asset to any production. She took both directing and leading role in some of the stageplays MUTHE has ever showcased at the institution such as The Blue-tick affair, For the love of Nelia and Loliwe.Shantel has been eager to showcase her skills from the first show that's why she gave an electric performance in Blantyre and promises even more for the Lilongwe audience. Her desire to be featured in the stage play "Nyambose Goes to Town" showcases her commitment to the craft and her willingness to explore new roles and narratives. With her background in directing, Shantel brings a unique perspective to her acting, allowing her to fully embody the characters she portrays.With a blend of academic knowledge and artistic flair, Shantel Mgawana is poised to make a significant impact in both the world of optometry and the performing arts. Her dedication, talent, and passion shine through in every performance, making her a standout presence on and off the stage.

25/04/2024

Introducing the glue of the team, the guy who brings everyone at one spot.

Theodore Pleasant Banda is a passionate Theatre practitioner and a filmmaker who specializes in directing, acting and script writing.

Pleasant is a holder of an accounting diploma from ICAM-THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS IN MALAWI .

In his career, Pleasant has contributed a lot in the Malawi Theatre industry, having starred in and directed over 20 theatre productions from 2012 till date. Some of the notable projects he has worked on include Waiting for Godot which he worked with Mwezi arts Operation Mandala 1915 which he directed and starred under RISE ARTS , Lost But Found which he directed and starred under Rise Arts and which was performed in Harare, Zimbabwe at the SAFE Festival, NYANGU which was performed at the Jacaranda Festival (Lusaka Play House, Zambia), Bwabwalala with WAZ arts and Prison Catastrophe which he toured with Paragon Arts. He has also worked us a director in several secondary school drama clubs.

Pleasant is thrilled to be part of "Nyambose Goes To Town" a production that addresses pressing issues faced by Malawians everyday. As part of the International Alliance for Umunthu Theatre team, they aim to shine a spotlight on the realities of life and provoke meaningful conversations about societal challenges.