From Fringe 2024

Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World

Duane Forrest—John Hirsch Mainstage

Everything is irie now that Mr. Forrest in in the Peg! Mon, his packed audience Loved him! I cherish shows where we are encouraged to sing along and we sure did! Duane doesn’t just reproduce Marley’s well-loved music note by note; but makes it his own with his personal stylings. Heart rending video enriches his show, baring the poverty and cruelty the Jamaican people experienced. Throughout he spins his life story to date, sharing how and why Marley had such a deep influence on him.

Speaking with him after the show, he couldn’t have been more warm, and kind and patient, posing for pictures as the crew tried to shoo us out. This comfy, actual theatre seats 290, so there’s a seat for you. Take it!

Lisa Campbell


From Fringe 2024

Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World

Duane Forrest—John Hirsch Mainstage

First time Winnipeg Fringer Duane Forrest brings us a collection of stories on some of the history of Bob Marley and Jamaica, of the roots of ‘reggay’, and of his own discovery of self and culture all interwoven between a selection of music that is sure to get your toes tapping and heads bopping.

His heartwarming tale of looking past the surface to get a deeper understanding about yourself and others, especially in these uncertain times, is inspiring and will leave you feeling a little more rocksteady.

His passion and positive energy for the material is through the roof! His joy in the sharing the music fills the hall and his smile only grows larger the more the audience sings along. He embodies Marley’s message of Peace, Love and Reggae! You don’t want to miss this talented musician and storyteller!

Tim Hogue