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 an artist and political activist.
Show Dates:
Performances from 19 Oct 2009
Opening 23 Nov 2009
Closing Open-Ended
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday @7pm
Wednesday - Friday @8pm
Saturday @2 and 8pm
Sunday @2 and 7pm
Beginning January 4: Tuesday @7pm
Wednesday - Saturday @8pm
Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday @2pm
Group Sales info: Groups: (212) 541-8457 or (800) 334-8457
Show Run Time:
Two hours and 40 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission
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Theatre Information:
Eugene O'Neill Theatre
230 West 49th Street
New York, NY 10019
US
Public Transportation/Parking:
SUBWAY: Take the N,R,W to 49th Street, walk West to the theatre; Take the 1,9 to 50th Street, walk South t 49th Street and West to the theatre; Take the C,E to 50th Street, walk South to 49th Street and East to the theatre.
Synopsis:
Conceived by Bill T. Jones, Jim Lewis & Stephen Hendel, Fela! explores the life of Nigerian artist/activist/composer-performer Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
Production Credits:
Bill T. Jones (Direction and Choreography)
Marina Draghici (Scenic and Costume Design)
Rob Wierzel (Lighting Design)
Rob Kaplowitz (Sound Design)
Peter Nigrini (Projection Design)
Aaron Johnson and Jordan McLean (Musical Arrangements)
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