Bob Marley’s name has become synonymous with reggae.
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Rita Marley
"Queen of Reggae" & wife of the late Bob Marley
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Around the globe, Bob Marley’s name has become synonymous with reggae, its musical and political impact and the Jamaican culture it was born of. With classic songs like No Woman No Cry, One Love and I Shot the Sheriff, he reached across all borders to touch the hearts and minds of struggling people everywhere. Now his wife Rita, called by many the Queen of Reggae, brings his legacy to life on the campus stage in a multi-media program guaranteed to rock the house.
Backed by live concert clips as well as unreleased behind-the-scenes footage, Rita explores both the cultural roots of Bob’s words, music and energy, and the message of harmony and understanding that they advocated. Through her unique perspective as both co-performer and wife, the “First Lady of Jamaica” offers a portrait of a man and a music that laid the groundwork for much of today’s sounds, from rock to rap.
As Rita notes: “Reggae is the heartbeat of a person. It’s the people’s music. Everywhere you go you get the same response, from black and white alike.”
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An Evening With Rita Marley
