Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World

Name: Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World
Start: 2025-10-11T19:00:00+01:00
Location: Hoole Community Centre

Schedule

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025 at 07:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Hoole Community Centre | Chester, EN

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 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.
"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" ★★★★★ Broadway Baby, 2023
Sold-out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2024.