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230 West 49th St, New York, NY 10038

Fela!

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Closed January 2, 2011

This is music that gets into your bloodstream, setting off vibrations you'll live with for days to come...

Ben Brantley, New York Times

Why See Fela!?

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.

Dates
Previews from: 19th October 2009
Opened: 23rd November 2009
Closing: 2nd January 2011

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 Eugene O'Neill Theater.

Run Time: Two hours and 15 minutes with one 15 minute intermission

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Matinee - - - - - 2 pm 3 pm
Evening - 7 pm 8 pm 8 pm 8 pm 8 pm -


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Dates

Opening night: 19 October 2009

MASKS

You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

Awards

2010 TONY AWARDS
Best Choreography: Bill T. Jones
Best Costume Design of a Musical: Marina Draghici
Best Sound Design of a Musical: Robert Kaplowitz

11 Nominations
Best Musical
Best Book of a Musical: Jim Lewis & Bill T. Jones
Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical: Sahr Ngaujah
Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical: Lillias White
Best Direction of a Musical: Bill T. Jones
Best Choreography: Bill T. Jones
Best Orchestrations: Aaron Johnson
Best Scenic Design of a Musical: Marina Draghici
Best Costume Design of a Musical: Marina Draghici
Best Lighting Design of a Musical: Robert Wierzel
Best Sound Design of a Musical: Robert Kaplowitz

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8 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)

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Dylan James: “Transforming Broadway”

One of the most moving and inspiring Broadway shows I've ever seen. It's... more

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