This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

A musician with dreadlocks passionately sings and plays an electric guitar on stage, illuminated by a spotlight against a dark background.
A smiling musician with long dreadlocks holds a colourful drawing while speaking into a microphone and holding a guitar, illuminated by green stage lighting.
Duane holding a guitar on stage on the right, and a super imposed image of Bob Marley in the background.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed The World

From Off Broadway to a sell-out Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning artist Duane Forrest takes audiences on an uplifting, deeply human journey through the music & legacy of global phenomenon Bob Marley. Blending soulful renditions of Marley’s classics with heartfelt stories of identity, ancestry & rediscovery, Forrest explores how reggae became a rhythm of unity, resistance &healing. Raised in Toronto by Jamaican parents, wrestling with identity, colorism, and cultural disconnection, he reflects on finding belonging through Marley’s message — reminding us that, in the end, every little thing is gonna be alright. 

Uplifting, personal, unforgettable and captivating.

★★★★★ “Transcendent musical storytelling” A Youngish Perspective

★★★★★ Winnipeg Free Press

★★★★★ Broadway Baby

★★★★ Mix 102.3

Presented by: Holden Street Theatres Inc. and Duane Forrest

Holden Street Theatres Inc. proudly presents its first collaboration with acclaimed Canadian artist Duane Forrest. Duane Forrest is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter and multimedia artist whose work blends music, storytelling, and visual art. He has toured internationally across Canada, Europe, and Central America, with his music receiving airplay worldwide. His theatre works, including Climb and Tree of Dreams, have been praised for their emotional honesty and innovation. This partnership marks Holden Street's expansion into presenting powerful musical storytelling, celebrating the legends of music and culture. Together, Holden Street and Duane share a vision of uniting audiences through song, story, and the universal language of art.
Theatre and Physical Theatre • Music
Canada
 
Previous Award Winner
Reviews
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    His voice – rich, expressive and emotionally grounded – honours Marley’s catalogue without imitation… - Markus Hamence, Onyourmarkus.com

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    A fascinating, uplifting and heart-warming tribute to the father of reggae. - John Goodridge, The AU Review

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    He includes his audience, involves it, encourages it and, above all, enlightens it as he entertains. - Samela Hariss, Barefoot Review

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    Duane Forrest takes us on an uplifting, deeply human journey - Geoff Jenke, HiFi Way

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    this solo performance is definitely not just a showcase nor a mere tribute. It’s a layered and well crafted piece of theatre. - Cathy Tune, The Clothesline

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G
Family friendly: Yes
Target audience: Junior Primary (5-7) | Primary (8-11) | Middle School (12-14) | High School (15-17)

Accessibility

 
High audio content
 
Audience members interact from the seated or standing area
 
Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

Presenter

Presented by: Holden Street Theatres Inc. and Duane Forrest

Holden Street Theatres Inc. proudly presents its first collaboration with acclaimed Canadian artist Duane Forrest. Duane Forrest is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter and multimedia artist whose work blends music, storytelling, and visual art. He has toured internationally across Canada, Europe, and Central America, with his music receiving airplay worldwide. His theatre works, including Climb and Tree of Dreams, have been praised for their emotional honesty and innovation. This partnership marks Holden Street's expansion into presenting powerful musical storytelling, celebrating the legends of music and culture. Together, Holden Street and Duane share a vision of uniting audiences through song, story, and the universal language of art.