JANANGA reveals the layers of meaning behind dress codes that originated in Africa and span across different civilizations. The performance takes us on a journey through loincloths from pre-colonial African societies, the khaki uniforms of colonial oppression, the Kaunda suits of the Pan-African resistance, contemporary fashion trends, and Afrofuturistic forms of expression.

DATE
Fri, 09.01.2026 | 8 pm

TICKETS
Sliding scale: 10 – 22 euros
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Barrier-free access.

Accompanying persons receive free admission.

About Adam Chienjo and Upstage Limited

Adam Chienjo is an artist born in Kenya who lives in Nairobi. His artistic career began as a breakdancer before he turned to experimental contemporary dance. Since then, he has developed his own projects and continues to work as a performer, dancer, choreographer, curator, dance critic, and creative consultant. He is passionate about collaborative and interdisciplinary work, wellness, and outreach. Adam is also the founder and curator of the annual Dance Life Festival in Nairobi.

Upstage Limited is a Nairobi-registered non-profit organization dedicated to creating inclusive platforms for artistic expression in East Africa. It creates bold spaces where performers can showcase their work, expand their audiences, and build sustainable careers in the creative industries.

Foto: Raymond Ndikwe