Duane Forrest is a Toronto-based playwright & multimedia artist blending jazz, reggae, bossa nova, soul, and smooth vocals. He has released 3 albums, with tours in Canada, Europe, and Central America. In 2017, Duane debuted "Climb," a solo music storytelling show at the Toronto Fringe Festival, receiving praise from founder Gregory Nixon. "Climb" was also showcased at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2019 and 2022, and the Milan Fringe Festival in 2023, where it was a runner-up for "Show of the Festival." His new show, "Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World," earned a 5-star review from Broadway Baby. Duane continues to push artistic boundaries, exploring social justice themes through his music and theatre.
Bob Marley: how reggae changed the world
Ticket prices: $20.00 to $25.00
Full Price:
$20.00 to $25.00
Concession:
$21.50
Early Bird 2for1:
$12.50
Friends Frenzy:
$14.00 to $17.50
Group (6+):
$15.00
Companion Card:
$0.00
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Duration: 55 min
Performance accessibility
-
Aural Rating
75% -
Visual Rating
50%
1 Venue
The Ellington Jazz Club
The Ellington Jazz Club, 193 Beaufort St, Perth, WA, 6000
Minors can only attend this show at this venue with a parent or legal guardian.
Suitability and warnings: All (General)
Audience Participation:
Occasional
Please note:
Brief Reference of violence in the history of Jamaican slavery and assassination attempt on Bob Marley's life.
Kleenheat Sizzle Factor: Mild
Shows with broad family appeal. Big on fun, low on risk.
About this event
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. From the origin of reggae to Marley's transcendent legacy, immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and transformative power of this iconic music. 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." ★★★★★ - BroadwayBaby, 2023
Presented by:
duane forrest
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