Global Playback & Improv Theatre Gathering: One Story, One Scene at a Time

From June 21–27, 2026, Abuja, Nigeria will host the first-ever Global Playback & Improv Theatre Gathering in Africa, bringing together performers, educators, and theatre enthusiasts from around the world. This unique festival celebrates the power of storytelling through Playback Theatre, where audience stories are enacted live, and Improv Theatre, where spontaneous, unscripted creativity sparks connection and laughter.

Attendees can enjoy daily performances, hands-on workshops, masterclasses, mentorship opportunities, and cultural exploration across Nigeria. The festival is inclusive, welcoming performers, facilitators, educators, storytellers, and anyone passionate about theatre. Affordable accommodations, meals, secure transportation, and visa support ensure a comfortable experience for all.

By uniting global artists and audiences, this gathering highlights the universal language of theatre and the transformative power of human stories. Nigeria proudly hosts this milestone event, inviting the world to connect, collaborate, and make theatre global—one story, one scene at a time.