The read
It runs long at 2h 53m.
Synopsis
A provocative and wholly unique hybrid of dance, theatre and music, FELA! explores the world of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Winner of three 2010 Tony Awards including Best Choreography (Bill T. Jones). Featuring many of Fela Kuti’s most captivating songs and Bill T. Jones’ visionary staging, FELA! – an original new creation – comes via Broadway to London and the National Theatre. FELA! explores the extravagant, decadent and rebellious world of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Using his pioneering music (a blend of jazz, funk and African rhythm and harmonies), FELA! reveals Kuti’s controversial life as an artist and political activist.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
Key crew
- Bill T. JonesDirector
- Nick WickhamDirector
- Bill T. JonesWriter
- Jim LewisWriter
Cast
- Sahr NgaujahFela
- Lydie AlbertoCast
- Sherinne Kayra AndersonCast
- Jonathan AndreCast
- Rolan BellCast
- Cindy BelliotCast
- Nandi BhebheCast
- Ricardo Coke ThomasCast
- Kwame Peter CrentsilCast
- Scarlette DouglasCast
- Jacques DuboisCast
- Poundo GomisCast
Themes
dancefilmed theater