"Performing Arts In Lamu" is an academic book that explores the significant role of the Hamziyyah, a Swahili panegyric, in the religious practices of the Swahili community on the Lamu Archipelago. The book provides an in-depth analysis of this underrepresented poetic genre and highlights its influence on the cultural identity and religious traditions of the region. It includes an interlinear translation of the Arabic kasida "Umm-al-Qura" and examines the performance of the Hamziyyah during the Lamu Maulidi Festival, a celebration of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. Through the perspective of experts known as "mabingwa wa Pate," the book elaborates on the significance of this performance for the veneration of the Prophet and community building within Swahili culture. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, religion, and performing arts in East Africa.