Rush – A Joyous Jamaican Journey

Tuesday 25 October

Join us as we tell the story of reggae from the arrival of the Windrush Generation from Jamaica, bringing their stories, history and music with them.

 

Hear how the music has evolved to take the world by storm.

Narrated by well-known comedian and actor John Simmit the show features ska, rock steady, calypso, gospel, lovers rock, dancehall and reggae, all played live by the JA Reggae Band.

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