Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World
- Company
- Duane Forrest
- Creator
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Duane Forrest
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
Join Duane Forrest on an acoustic journey through the roots of reggae to the global influence of Bob Marley. Experience acoustic renditions of legendary reggae songs that have reshaped countless lives, including Duane's own. Audience members are invited to sing along and get involved in this interactive musical experience.
"Duane shares the roots of reggae, Bob Marley's life, and the personal significance of his music, creating a historical lesson and a love letter to cultural heritage... Doctors should prescribe it as an antidepressant"
★★★★★ BroadwayBaby
★Sold-out run Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024★
Show trailer
Credits
- Producer
- John McGowan
- Dramaturg
- Ins Choi
More about the show experience
Latecomers will only be admitted into the theatre within the first 15 minutes of the performance. Re-entry will not be permitted.
Performances
| Date | Time | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd July | 4:00pm | |||
| 4th July | 10:30pm | |||
| 6th July | 6:15pm | |||
| 8th July | 6:15pm | |||
| 9th July | 2:00pm | |||
| 10th July | 8:15pm | |||
| 12th July | 12:15pm |
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Venue
20 : Tarragon Theatre Extraspace
30 Bridgman Ave
Toronto
Ontario
M5R 1X3
Access
- Level of Physical Access
- Accessible
Covid-19 policy
- Masks
- Not required
Content advice
Suitable for all ages Audience participation
Audience participation details
Audience are invited to sing along to some of the songs, and answer questions about reggaes history. All of this is voluntary.
Sensory description
This is a live acoustic music performance that blends storytelling, song, and light movement. The show features warm lighting, creating an intimate and inviting atmosphere throughout. There are no strobe lights or sudden lighting changes. Sound is central to the experience, with live vocals and acoustic guitar leading the journey through Bob Marley’s life and music.
