While on vacation this week to one of my favorite destinations, Atlanta, Georgia, I got the great and rare opportunity to see the broadway musical production FELA! It's the story of civil rights leader and advocate Fela Kuti, who also was the hottest musician in Aftrica during the 1970's. The story is about the struggle that the nation of Nigeria endured during this time of repressive dictatorships and regimes. Although the story is gritty at times, the music and the dance that also tells the story is heart-pounding and infectuous! Also, while visiting Atlanta, I saw the movie "The Help" which deals with black and white America in the 60's. Jackson, Mississippi to be exact. I highly recommend this movie. The story is well written and needs to be heard by all races. I was moved by the storyline, and several performances and scenes were emotionally charged and Oscar worthy!
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