{"id":2000122605,"date":"2026-08-15T10:11:21","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T08:11:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/?p=2000122605"},"modified":"2026-08-15T10:12:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T08:12:25","slug":"ally-soudy-rebrands-popular-entertainment-show-as-cabaret-kigali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/ally-soudy-rebrands-popular-entertainment-show-as-cabaret-kigali\/","title":{"rendered":"Ally Soudy rebrands popular entertainment show as ‘Cabaret Kigali’"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The event, which was last held in 2023, is scheduled to return on November 27, 2026, at Kigali Universe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a statement announcing the change, Ally Soudy said the event\u2019s name has been changed, while its original concept of bringing together different forms of entertainment will remain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFollowing the Ally Soudy & Friends Live Show, we are pleased to announce that the event has been given a new and original name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is now called \u2018Cabaret Kigali\u2019, where we will bring together different forms of entertainment. The project aims to promote art, culture, music, comedy, dance and storytelling,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event is being organised by Salax Entertainment in partnership with WatuWave. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Ally Soudy, Cabaret Kigali will combine live music, comedy, dance, performances by artists and appearances by celebrities in a format inspired by television talk shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the concept draws inspiration from internationally recognised cabaret shows but will be adapted to reflect Rwanda\u2019s culture, artistic identity and creative expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cabaret Kigali is intended to bring together different forms of entertainment in one event, giving audiences an opportunity to enjoy live performances while creating a platform for artists and other creatives to connect with their fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ally Soudy said the long-term ambition is for Cabaret Kigali to become a leading entertainment platform in Rwanda and across Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform is expected to provide opportunities for artists, entertainers, creatives, journalists and industry partners to engage with audiences in a fresh and entertaining way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The November event will mark the return of Ally Soudy\u2019s entertainment show after its last edition in 2023, while introducing a new identity and broader concept under the Cabaret Kigali brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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