ABOUT US

ABOUT US

The Kenya Cultural Centre

Kenya Cultural Centre incorporating Kenya National Theatre (KCC-NT) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established by the Kenya Cultural Centre Act CAP 218 and mandated to provide a Centre for the use and enjoyment of the citizens of Kenya and to provide for the performance of music, drama and dancing, for the exhibition of works of art and craft and the holding of meetings for discussion of matters of literary, historical, scientific or educational interest or importance, and connected purposes as may be approved by the Governing Council. KCC-NT is the nation’s oldest state cultural institution and is currently administered under the Ministry of Gender, Culture, The Arts and Heritage.

VISION

To be the Centre of Excellence in Development, Promotion, and commercialization of creative arts

MISSION

To cultivate talent, foster innovation and empower artistic expression in creative arts for socio-economic development

CORE VALUES

Good Governance, including professionalism
Uprightness, including transparency and accountability
Inclusiveness
Diversity
Equity

Our Products

The Kenya Cultural Centre hosts four fully equipped spaces for artistic, cultural and corporate shows and events. Convenient amenities include ample parking and open scenic grounds. The Kenya National Theatre (Main Auditorium), Ukumbi Mdogo, Cheche Gallery and the Dance Studio are vibrant all-year-round with a myriad of activities.

Our Programs

We pride ourselves in the artistically enriching programs curated for all artists in the country across a variety of art disciplines.

EST 1952

Our History

The Kenya Cultural Centre has a great history of promoting and conserving art and culture running back to 1952. Over the years, it has hosted hundreds of artistic and cultural events making it the premier location for championing culture and heritage in the region.