Too Early For Birds: Wangarĩ Maathai Edition — 2026

Too Early For Birds returns with its 9th edition, honouring the extraordinary life, power, and legacy of Wangarĩ Maathai. This immersive theatrical experience brings her stories to life on stage — her triumphs, her defiance, her humanity, her fight for Kenya, the environment, and future generations.
Expect a masterfully curated performance grounded in African orature, community storytelling, and the spirit that defined Wangarĩ Maathai herself.

Show Dates & Venue
📍 C. U. Shah Jain Bhavan Auditorium
📅 10th – 12th April 2026
💸 Tickets from KES 2,800

Ticket Types

• Mũkĩma Ticket — KES 2,800
  Inspired by the Grevillea robusta — resilient, essential, and deeply rooted in her legacy.
• Mũgumo Ticket — KES 5,000
  Comes with priority seating + backstage access + gifts a student a ticket to see the show.

Why This Edition Matters
This edition follows Wangarĩ’s journey as an activist, mother, freedom fighter, scholar, and Nobel Peace Prize winner.
The team behind TEFB builds every moment around her values: courage, truth, community, environmental stewardship, and the power of narrative.
This is not just a play — it is a cultural inheritance.