This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

Willis Chimani (The artist) head shot, facing right. Wearing a brass ear piece and tule neck collar
Willis Chimano (The artist) head shot. Face turned to the right. Wearing a pin striped suit with wide shoulders. Large gold sunglasses.
Willis Chimano (The artist) in a black and white photograph. Wearing a black and white sequin hat. Leaning on a microphone stand singing into a microphone.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Sauti Sol Reimagined

After taking us on the raw and emotional journey of Heavy Is the Crown — a powerful exploration of identity, vulnerability, and pride — Willis Chimano returns to the stage in 2026 with a celebration of where it all began. The foundations. The rhythm. The soul of Sauti Sol — Africa’s biggest boy band.

Hailing from Kenya and loved across the world, Chimano reimagines the Sauti Sol sound through his own lens of fashion, fun, and unapologetic fabulousness. Expect old favourites, fresh interpretations, and an unforgettable experience that reminds us why music, like love, always finds its way home.

Presented by: Willis Chimano

Willis Chimano is one quarter of Africa's biggest boy band Sauti Sol. In addition he is a creative director, entrepreneur, business owner, solo artist and fashion icon. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community Chimano serves as an advocate for marginalised voices across the continent where homosexuality is largely still considered illegal. Based in Nairobi Kenya, Willis is making Australia his second home.
Music • International
International • World Premiere

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G
Family friendly: Yes
Target audience: High School (15-17)

Accessibility

 
High audio content
 
High visual content
 
Audience members interact from the seated or standing area
 
Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

Presenter

Presented by: Willis Chimano

Willis Chimano is one quarter of Africa's biggest boy band Sauti Sol. In addition he is a creative director, entrepreneur, business owner, solo artist and fashion icon. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community Chimano serves as an advocate for marginalised voices across the continent where homosexuality is largely still considered illegal. Based in Nairobi Kenya, Willis is making Australia his second home.