Fela!
April 12 - April 13, 2013
UA Centennial Hall
The critically acclaimed Broadway musical received three Tony Awards and 11 nominations. FELA! tells the true story of the legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afro-beat rhythms ignited a generation and inspired the world. Motivated by his mother, a civil rights champion, he defied a corrupt military government and devoted his life and music to the struggle for human dignity. FELA!is a triumphant tale of courage, passion and love, featuring Kuti’s captivating music and the visionary direction and choreography of Tony Award-winner Bill T. Jones.
Featuring Michelle Williams, Grammy Award-winning artist and former member of Destiny's Child
Just added! Great new seats in the orchestra pit are now available!
Tickets and info: http://www.uapresents.org/calendar/view.aspx?id=6400
“THE HOT (AND SERIOUSLY COOL) ENERGY that comes from the musical gospel preached by the title character of FELA! feels as if it could stretch easily to the borders of Manhattan and then across a river or two. There should be dancing in the streets!” -The New York Times
“Jim Lewis and the great choreographer, Bill T. Jones, turned this tale into a whirlwind musical with as much precision as Swan Lake and the torrent of energy that emerges from Fela’s own music and lyrics” -Wall Street Journal
“FIVE STARS (out of five) FELA! is more than a musical; it’s an ECSTATIC PHENOMENON. -Time Out New York
PREMIER SPONSOR: JDD HOLDINGS, L.L.C.
FELA! Broadway Tour website
Did you see Michelle Williams and Destiny's Child's in Beyoncé's fierce Super Bowl halftime show? Wow! Williams spoke to press about her role in the award-winning Broadway musical Fela! Check out this video
Read/listen to preview on NPR
Beyond Fela Kuti, The Enduring Appeal of Afrobeat
UApresents is partnering with Arts Express for an exciting new arts education opportunity! High school students can attend an all-day immersive Broadway Behind the Scenes workshop for FELA! Only $55 for Theatre Workshop, Behind the Scenes Experience, lunch, the FELA! matinee at Centennial Hall and a post-show discussion. Some scholarships available.
Date: Saturday, April 13th 2013
Time: 10:00 am – 4:45 pm
Ages: Grades 9-12
For more program information and registration, visit Arts Express website
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