FELA! National Theatre
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A provocative and wholly unique hybrid of dance, theatre and music, FELA! explores the extravagant, decadent and rebellious world of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Directed and choreographed by Bill T. Jones. This collection features short documentaries from the production’s life at the National Theatre in 2010 as well as teaching resources.
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FELA! video diaries - episode ten
In this scene of ‘orishas’ (the spirit of the ancestors) Fela calls to the Gods to speak to his mother. The use of UV light on stage creates a 3D effect, aimed at evoking a spiritual experience. The exceptional make- up and costumes of the cast look impressive under the light.
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FELA! video diaries - episode nine
Paulette Ivory presents the set design model box for the FELA! production. The cast is ready to move to the Olivier stage from the rehearsal studio.
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FELA! video diaries - episode eight
See the cast of FELA! sharing their excitement and thoughts about the first dress rehearsal. A short journey backstage depicts the dynamics and the energy of the cast before their first performance.
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FELA! video diaries - episode seven
See backstage and dress rehearsal footage before a charity performance at the Royal Festival Hall.
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FELA! video diaries - episode six
Paulette Ivory introduces the performer Sahr Ngaujah who played the part of Fela Kuti in the original Broadway production and now joins the cast for the London show.
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FELA! video diaries - episode five
Paulette Ivory gives us a glimpse of the cast's first opportunity to rehearse on the Olivier stage. Paulette has a luminous costume fitting and a baby causes controversy!