Arts Reporter
A local storyteller, Larry Kwirirayi, is writing a play that will premiere at Theatre in the Park in the second quarter of the year.
This collaboration between the playwright and the theatre brings together Kwirirayi’s fresh perspective and the venue’s commitment to showcasing innovative, locally rooted productions.
It will be Kwirirayi’s first play at the venue.
Kwirirayi, who is known for his ability to blend sharp social commentary with compelling storytelling, is set to create a narrative that resonates with the experiences and complexities of modern-day Zimbabwe.
Theatre in the Park director Daves Guzha said the production will be the first time Kwirirayi writes specifically for Theatre in the Park, and his fans and theatre-goers alike can look forward to a powerful and unique performance.
“We have always wanted to work with Kwirirayi and we are excited to have him writing for us,” he said.
Kwirirayi said: “Bringing an original story to an iconic Theatre In The Park is going to be fun. I am very curious about how audiences will react to it.”
This production promises to be a significant addition to the cultural landscape, reinforcing the theatre’s role as a hub for meaningful storytelling.



