Mombasa QUEER LIFE This is a deeply personal account of my journey as a queer individual. It explores the challenges I have faced because of my sexuality and the resilience I've cultivated in the face of adversity. Ultimately, it’s a story of self-acceptance and the commitment to living authentically, despite the obstacles. Written & narrated by: Beryl Achieng Directed by: Collins Mangicho Music: Jonyo Junior and Ogutu Wasonga Recording, editing: Kenmusic Arranging, mixing, mastering: Martin Schütz Coaches: Lucy Wache and Tash Mitambo Mentor: Erik Altorfer Producer: Kenya International Theatre Festival Supported by Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia Johannesburg 2024 UNLOVED BY LOVE Unloved by Love follows a young girl who survives five lightning strikes and emerges from the morgue after being presumed dead for three months. Guided by visions and mystical encounters, she navigates supernatural and emotional challenges while grappling with abandonment and despair. Rejected by her parents and facing isolation, she clings to the hope that love can restore her broken relationships and heal her life. At its core, the story explores the tension between trauma, resilience, and the enduring search for redemption through love. Written & narrated by: L.B Oxygen Directed by: Michael Nabwana Music: Jonyo Junior and Ogutu Wasonga Recording, editing: Kenmusic Arranging, mixing: Rick Kilonzo Mastering: Martin Schütz Coaches: Lucy Wache and Tash Mitambo Mentor: Erik Altorfer Producer: Kenya International Theatre Festival Supported by Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia Johannesburg 2024 IRREVERSIBLE "Irreversible" follows Esha, a young woman torn between her love for a man from a rival family and her mother's expectations. After learning she's pregnant, Esha faces the immediate fallout: losing a job opportunity in Qatar and receiving harsh pressure from her mother to terminate the pregnancy. The abortion leaves Esha shattered, feeling isolated and burdened by regret. Ultimately, Esha seeks to reclaim control over her life and decisions, aspiring to build a loving family and advocate for those who share her experience. Written & narrated by: Esha Directed by: Aisha Hemed Extras: Aisha Hemed Music: Jonyo Junior and Ogutu Wasonga Recording, editing: Kenmusic Arranging, mixing: Rick Kilonzo Mastering: Martin Schütz Coaches: Lucy Wache and Tash Mitambo Mentor: Erik Altorfer Producer: Kenya International Theatre Festival Supported by Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia Johannesburg 2024 AM I ON THE RIGHT PATH „Am I on the Right Path“ follows the journey of a young man who’s spent his life on autopilot, guided by others yet left without the tools to face life's harsh realities. Born into a large family but often left to his own devices, he grows up with the strength to survive yet without a true sense of direction. After countless rejections and dreams slipping away, he stumbles back into an old passion—acting—where he finds solace in becoming someone else. As he navigates life’s stage, he begins to ask himself if he's finally on the right path, or if he's still searching for his true role in the world. This is a story of resilience, self-discovery, and the winding road to purpose. Written & narrated by: Anthony Ngala Directed by: Aisha Halako Extras: Collins Mangicho, Aisha Halako, Vanessa Blessing Music: Jonyo Junior and Ogutu Wasonga Recording, editing: Kenmusic Arranging, mixing: Rick Kilonzo Mastering: Martin Schütz Coaches: Lucy Wache and Tash Mitambo Mentor: Erik Altorfer Producer: Kenya International Theatre Festival Supported by Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia Johannesburg 2024