Fela!: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Fela! brings to life the music and spirit of Nigerian musician and activist Fela Kuti. Set in Nigeria during the 1970s, the musical follows Fela as he confronts political corruption and societal norms through his groundbreaking Afrobeat sound. As Fela fights against oppression and injustice, the musical unfolds as a reflection on the personal and political struggles that defined his life.
Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Contemporary (2008)
Genre: Biography
Format: Jukebox
Setting: 1970s / Africa (Nigeria)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Fela Kuti
Book: Bill T. Jones, Jim Lewis
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2010)➝
Licensing
Fela! is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
2000s, Biographical, Black Artists, Black History, Jukebox Musical, One-Word, Political
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Last Reviewed: March 28, 2026