This week a vibrant, brave and critically-acclaimed show is coming to Chicago’s Arie Crown Theater. “Fela!” began with two main productions both in London and on Broadway. When it came time to take the production on tour throughout Europe and the U.S., some cast members from each run of the show were selected. Marshall was the only individual chosen from the London cast.
“For me, to be returning to this show is probably one of the proudest moments,” said Marshall. “It is actually my best role to date. It’s one of the most fulfilling, most wonderful, creative, satisfying roles I have ever done.”
Years ago, Marshall became instantly enamored with the production.
“A friend of mine saw the show on Broadway and said ‘I’ve just seen your next job,'” said Marshall. “I decided there and then that I had to be in the show one way or another.”
She remembers watching clips online and being overtaken by