FELA! the Broadway musical about the life and music of Nigerian performer and political activist, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, is scheduled to be performed at Eko Hotel, Lagos, from April 20th to 25th.
Organisers said, "The aim of FELA! in Lagos is to unite and connect Africans in spirit and unity, to serve as a catalyst for cultural revival in Nigeria, and to celebrate Fela Kuti, for the contribution he has made to Nigeria and the world."
FELA! depicts the story of legendary Nigerian musician, Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afro beat rhythms ignited the spirit of empowerment and cultural awareness in a generation.
The musical will star Sierra Leonean-American actor, Sahr Ngaujah, who plays Fela Kuti and music will be provided by the Antibalas, a Brooklyn-based afrobeat band that is modeled after Fela Kuti's Africa 70 band.
The FELA! in Lagos is being produced by Broken Shackles - a Nigerian production company, in conjunction with Lagos State government.
"With series of media partners and sponsorships, FELA! in Lagos will be the most talked about show in Nigeria for years to come. We have created sponsorship, branding and advertising opportunities for those who wish to be a part of this historic theatrical event," a spokeswoman for Broken Shackles said.
FELA! on Broadway was conceived by American artistic director, Bill T. Jones, book writer, Jim Lewis, and Stephen Hendel, a businessman from New York. Its producers include the entertainment legends, Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith.
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