Bette: What show are we seeing?

Peggy: Fela. It explores the life of Fela Anikulapo Kuti. He was a singer-composer, , bandleader, activist and politician.  The show is said to have some phenomenal dancing and singing and has earned its place, ascending from off Broadway.

Bette: Sounds like an amazing man and entertaining story.

Peggy: Well, I’m late getting to see it, but glad to finally get the chance.

Bette: Well, thanks for inviting me to join you.

They arrive at the theatre and Gerardo helps both ladies out of the car. They enter the theatre and are quickly shown to their front and center seats. The energy of the performancers just blows Bette away. The singers all have strong voices. The music is a mix of the jazz, funk and African influences. Bette would definitely be adding some Fela to her musical collection. She is completely taken by the performance as is Peggy. There is an intermission.

Bette: Peggy I cannot thank you enough for bringing me to this show. This performance is amazing these artists and this story definitely deserve to be on Broadway.

Peggy: I have to admit that such a story seemed odd as a Broadway show. But Fela was a dynamic individual, his music is inspiring and meaningful and you know I’m a sucker for passion. Actually, he has some of the same qualities I admire in you Bette.

Bette: I assure you he has way more talent than I have.

Peggy: Bette you have tremendous talent and your passion is unlike that of most people. You have a passion for your work, but also your friends and family. I count myself honored to be on your list of friends and family Bette.

Bette: I feel the same way Peggy. You have always embraced me in the warmest of ways and yet have never made it seem I owed you anything for the privilege. My life has definitely been enhanced by our meeting and becoming friends.

Peggy: At this point we are more like family Bette.

Bette: We certainly are. By the way I have some wonderful family news for you. Tina and I moved into a bigger apartment last month. Tina and Angelica will be moving here. They have been commuting for about a week a month, but we’ve decided that is too much to ask of our little girl, so we are moving her here next month. Tina will move after the two films she’s working on are completed and we get the house sold. Tina and Helena hope to define a role for Tina that allows her to be based in New York. They both see the studio as “their baby” and Helena wants to keep Tina and Tina really wants to remain with the studio.