If all you think of when you hear the name of Asnaketch Worku is the timeless classic 'Ende Eyerusalem' which she wrote and first performed over 50 years ago, you would be missing much of the incredible story of this giant of the Ethiopian arts. For many of us, the mental picture we get of this celebrated artist may be that of her later years but there was once a time when Asnakech Worku, the diversely talented actress and krar wielding musician extraordinaire, was considered the very epitome of glamour and sensuality in Ethiopian theater. Her intoxicating talent and born sensuality gave her license to place her indelible imprint on some of the most memorable moments of National Theater's august history.
RIP Asnakech Worku!!
Amhara1000 3 months ago