In June 1948 the SS Empire Windrush arrived at Tilbury Docks with the first influx of the Windrush Generation. Fast forward to 2023 and experience this incredible narrated musical as we tell their story and how the music they brought with them went on to take the world by storm.    

Featuring ska, rock steady, calypso, gospel, lovers rock, dancehall and reggae played live by the phenomenal JA Reggae Band. Get ready to enjoy the music of Desmond Dekker, Jimmy Cliff, Bob Marley, Millie Small and many more.
Presented by the National Windrush Museum in association with Rush Theatre Company, in celebration of Windrush 75.

Pricing: £35 – £18 (plus £1.20 per ticket online, £1.40 per ticket over the phone)

Running time: 2 hours 45 minutes, including one 20 minute interval

Age guidance: 12+

Content warning: Haze and flashing lights

This is a fantastic show, informative, hugely entertaining & the music – WOW!!! …….. the two vocalists were outstanding & gave me chills with their amazing voices”
Audience Member

“This is unmissable“
Stage Talk Magazine

Visit the Hackney Empire website to book your ticket.