KaniniFest

This fall, prepare to be captivated by the inaugural KaniniFest! This groundbreaking one-act play festival promises three extraordinary days of immersive performances, exhilarating dance workshops, enchanting drum circles, captivating art installations, and so much more.

Derived from the Indigenous Australian word Kanyini, meaning “oneness,” KaniniFest embodies the profound concept of love, the direct connection to your land, your spirit, your soul, and an undying responsibility and caring. Created by the visionary actors and artists Christopher Alexander Chukwueke and Tenisi Davis, who currently serve as artists-in-residence at the Momentary under the banner of Moja Productions, this festival is a remarkable program tailored specifically for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) playwrights from across the nation. KaniniFest aims to provide a world-class platform for undiscovered, underserved, or up-and-coming BIPOC playwrights.

The festival showcases five exceptional BIPOC playwrights, each presenting their unique one-act plays. While the playwrights hail from various corners of the United States, all directors and actors performing in the festival are talented individuals from the vibrant Northwest Arkansas region.