The theatre production Too Early for Birds revisits the lesser-known teenage years and evolving identity of Nobel laureate Wangari Maathai, highlighting her transformation from a Western-dressed youth to an iconic environmental activist.

• The play, titled Wangari Maathai, showcased her journey from Mary Jo Muta to Wangari Muta.
• Key figures include the late Professor Wangari Maathai, portrayed by lead actress Anisa Akinyi, and directed by Too Early for Birds.
• The production connected Maathai's past struggles with contemporary issues like police brutality and political persecution, prompting audiences to register to vote for the 2027 general elections.