RUSH A Joyous Jamaican Journey - bringing the feeling of sunshine to Telford.
RUSH is a fun, fact filled show taking you on a joyous journey of music from different Caribbean islands, that will have you laughing and dancing.
RUSH tells the story of Reggae music and the Windrush Generation, hear how their music took the world by storm in this fantastic and informative production featuring music from different Caribbean islands ska, rock steady, calypso, gospel, lovers rock and dancehall played live by the JA Reggae Band. This engaging narrative about the Windrush Generation is highlighted with hits by Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Desmond Dekker, Lord Kitchener, Millie Small, Toots & the Maytals among others.
Comedian John Simmit guides you through the show and music with witty narration helping to tell a tale full of surprising revelations. John Simmit is best known as Dipsy in British TV’s international phenomenon Teletubbies. John can also be seen on catch up services of current episodes of Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC 1); Black British & Funny (Ch 4) & Britain’s Favourite 90s Songs (Ch 5).
Councillor Eileen Callear, Cabinet Member for Leisure, Culture and Visitor Economy, Telford & Wrekin Council said “We feel privileged to be hosting this performance of RUSH A Joyous Jamaican Journey during Black History Month. Such an uplifting show with an important story running through it. Make sure you don’t miss this fantastic show when it arrives in Telford and buy your tickets for Tuesday 26 October at 7.30pm.”
An audience member said "This is a fantastic show, informative, hugely entertaining & the music - WOW!!! ........ the two vocalists were outstanding & gave me chills with their amazing voices.”
The cast feel privileged to be telling the story of the Windrush generation and sharing this show with different nationalities, ages and cultures during their tour.
Book now and get a little sunshine in October. Tickets are on sale at 01952 382382 or visit
www.theplacetelford.com.
PERFORMANCE DETAILS
RUSH A Joyous Jamaican Journey
The Place – Telford, Limes Walk, Oakengates – TF2 6EP
Tuesday 26 October 2021 7.30pm
Tickets: £24
