This amazing musical, wowing audiences nationwide, is coming to Bristol Beacon for Windrush Week.
Nominated for Best Musical Production at the Black Theatre Awards, this theatrical triumph celebrates the 78th anniversary of Windrush, weaving together the rich tapestry of British and Jamaican history.
Let the infectious rhythms of reggae legend John McLean, and the soul-stirring vocal arrangements of Celia Wickham-Anderson transport you through time. Backed by a masterful live band, the show traces Jamaica’s musical evolution from ska to rock-steady to reggae, creating an unforgettable soundscape.
Written and directed by Mervyn Weir, this powerful production explores identity, resistance, and resilience through a masterful blend of humour, music, and heartfelt storytelling.
After the show, there’ll be a DJ set in our Stalls Bar. More details to follow.
Presented by Bristol Beacon & Krik Krak
Format: Reserved seating
Age: 11+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance times
Bars open: 18.00
Doors: 18.30
Start: 19.00
Interval: 20.10
Restart: 20.30
Finish: 21.45
All timings are approximate and subject to change
Jamaica Love unfolds before your eyes, offering an extraordinary musical time-capsule that resurrects the spirit of the Windrush generation.
What’s on Stage
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Seating plans
Seating plans
Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
Venue information
Venue information
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The venue
Beacon Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are in:
- row S in the centre of the rear Stalls (10 spaces)
- row Z in the left and right wings at the back of Lower Tier (4 spaces, 2 on each side),
- row Z on the right only at the back of Upper Tier (2 spaces)
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in row F are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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