A group of Kenyan acrobats, Black Blues Brothers, has made a name for itself by showcasing unique skills that attract multitudes to watch their shows in theatres.
The group comprising five individuals is renowned for incorporating musical components, a repertoire of human pyramids, stunts, somersaults, and even virtuosity of the body in its acts.
By travelling the world to entertain millions of people, the Black Blues Brothers have not only raised the Kenyan flag high but also put the country on the global map.
The Black Blues Brothers have performed for Queen Elizabeth and the Royal Family, Pope Francis and other dignitaries.
Their performances give tribute to the famous 80s movie The Blues Brothers, demonstrating strength, agility, and comedic timing on stage.
The five gained nurtured their skills at the Sarakasi Trust, a charity based in Nairobi that mainly empowers artists by equipping them with relevant tools to manage their careers and craft,
"Sarakasi helps young people coming from difficult social situations to emancipate themselves through art and circus. They met each other there and started practising together.
"We learned the social impact of the circus on their life and decide to share these powerful instruments with other people," they stated in their previous interview.
To polish their skills, the group trained together for five years before touring the world to showcase their skills.
"The school taught us discipline, about being professional and punctual, working hard and respecting others. This isn't a job for us – it's a passion.
"Even when the five of us are fasting during Ramadan, we still perform with the same energy every night. We might lose a bit of weight, but the energy levels stay the same," the Black Blues Brothers remarked.
The Kenyan acrobats have now performed to more than a quarter of a million audiences across 500 dates in over 200 cities around the world.
Black Blues Brothers are set to perform at the New Theatre Royal in Lincoln this year. The stage is set in a nightclub reminiscent of New York’s famous Cotton Club.
