The musical Fela! based on the life of Fela Anikulapo- Kuti, is currently playing at London's National Theatre.
It may be two hours long, but with a mix of tight choreography from Bill T Jones and a 12 piece band belting out Afro Beat; a blend of funk jazz and traditional West African drumming, you are soon transported to 'The Shrine' in Lagos, summer of 1978.
Fela, who called himself Adami Edo (Strange One) was a musician who was both political activist and a gifted composer. A showman to the last, he lived life full to the full.
Hopefully this show will bring Fela's life and music to a wider audience.
Elise Godsell.
Not to be missed,
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