Fela!
Sexy beast Ngaujah gives a persuasive star turn ? again.
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Why see Fela!?
Fela! is on tour and hits the in , ,
Fela! explores the extravagant, decadent and rebellious world of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti. Using his pioneering music (a blend of jazz, funk and African rhythm and harmonies), the musical reveals Kuti's controversial life as artist, political activist and musician.
Conceived by Bill T. Jones, Jim Lewis & Stephen Hendel, Fela! explores the life of Nigerian artist/activist/composer-performer Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
Key Information
Audience
May be inappropriate for 12 and under. (Strong language and adult subject matter) Children under 4 years of age will not be admitted into the theater.
Run Time
2 hours and 15 minutes with one 15 minute intermission.
Dates
Finished Aug 4, 2012
Reviews
Customer reviews
7 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)
Stefani
Astonishing!
I attended tonight's performance on a whim as a friend had an extra ticket. I'm thrilled to have learned first hand what all the fuss is about.
The most unique, powerful, touching, funny, exuberant musical I have ever seen (and I've seen a lot of theatre!)
The male lead was electric and had the audience on our feet. Lillias White is a force of nature to behold! I was moved to tears by her God given voice.
What a lucky chance that a friend had an extra ticket. I can now say, after the fact, that I wouldn't have missed it for the world! ... Read more
Christine L.
Spectacular***
The music of Fela Kuti, the band (Antibalas), and the performance
of Ngaujah (the dazzlingly multi-talented performer who portrays
Fela) was lively and entertaining. At the same time, the show
addresses important political events that occurred not long ago in
Nigeria.
In response to the one (and only) negative review, the dancing &
music are not typical to Broadway or mainstream popular culture -
but it is an amazing showcase of a unique vision. ... Read more
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