Fela’s original Afrobeat music is heard not only in Africa, but around the world. He doesn’t plan on staying quiet about the problems he sees around him, which sometimes gets him into trouble. With the lyrics original no artificiality and corruption and tradition is the government’s teacher, he describes the corrupt behavior of the Nigerian dictatorships.
The songs are strong and captivating and the dancing shows the beauty of African culture. Though these sounds and movements narrate the story, the play is most powerful within its silences. It is when the music lingers that you can hear the silent screams of pain underlying the colorful production.
HOW TO SEE THE SHOW: $27 general rush • Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St.
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Wow!!!!!Awesome picture by the way. I'm seeing an on going theme here- music and its power to provoke change. Its a powerful subject and a powerful truth. I'm also happy to see much more multiethnic plays about worldly issues popping up in theatres. I'm seeing Fela tomorrow so i can't wait to judge for myself. I'm noticing a lot more shows incorporating plots based around more dancing. I have never seen a ballet or dance show so this is def a good way to get the best of both worlds: the acting, singing, and dancing (i guess the best of 3 worlds? lol) AWESOME ARTICLE AMY:)
I'm really interested in seeing this! Do you think there are any connections between Fela! and other shows? Is it appropriate for all audiences? What I mean by that is: To what age group do you think it most appeals to?
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