National Association of Performing Artists

The National Association of Performing Artists can refer to two separate groups:

  • A Kenyan organisation bringing performing artists together at the Kenya National Theatre founded on October, 2003 by Conrad Makeni to bridge the missing communication link between Kenyan actors and the KNT management.
  • A Norwegian organization dedicated to promoting the interests of the independent dance and performing arts companies.

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