Tony Award-Winning Broadway Musical ‘FELA!’ –

Story of Musician’s Extraordinary Life

"Unbridled joy… A poignant human rights statement." -Variety

“FIVE STARS (out of five) FELA! is more than a musical;

it’s an ECSTATIC PHENOMENON. -Time Out New York

Tucson – His story inspired a nation. His music inspires the world. FELA! tells the true story of thelegendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afro-beat rhythms ignited a generation. This critically acclaimed Broadway musical received three Tony Awards and 11 nominations. UApresents, the University of Arizona’s professional performing arts presenter, will host three performances April 12-13 at Centennial Hall.

Kuti defied a corrupt military government and devoted his life and music to the struggle for human dignity.