FELA‪!‬ National Theatre

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.

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.

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.

See backstage and dress rehearsal footage before a charity performance at the Royal Festival Hall.

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.

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!