Welcome to the site of the Community Musical Theatre Project for Northern Uganda. Why the Birds Sing to Me is Gulu’s first musical drama production and been performed in Gulu, northern Uganda on August 29, 30, 31 2008 at Gulu University and more recently at the National Theater, Kampala in March 2009.

Set during wartime northern Uganda, Why the Birds Sings to Me depicts the story of the children who were abducted and returned to their communities in northern Uganda during the 20 years of its course. The drama features the story of a young girl who was abducted and a young boy who, in friendship, follows her deep into the world of the LRA.  Their story weaves tragedy, love, hatred, betrayal, hope and redemption. The story brings broader messages, expressing the community’s great need for holistic reconstruction and reconciliation, for the prevention of violence against children, and the promotion of human rights. The story is for all Ugandans, to impart a sense of accomplishment while inspiring a wellspring of hope for the future. Apwoyo!