Bagga John (BJ) Production and special arrangement with the Dennis Brown Estate proudly presents the
WORLD PREMIERE
THE ‘CROWN PRINCE OF REGGAE’ MUSICAL
FEB/MAR 2027
In a tribute to reggae legend Mr Dennis Emanuel Brown CD, Bagga John and the Dennis Brown Family and Estate present the world premiere of The ‘Crown Prince of Reggae’ Musical. Written and directed by Anton Phillips, the production tours this coming February 2027. Confirmed locations include Harrow, Hackney Empire, Broadway Theatre, Catford, Fairfield Croydon and the 02 Birmingham, with press night on Saturday 6 February at Hackney Empire. Tickets on sale from Friday, 31 July 2026.
The ‘Crown Prince of Reggae’ Musical tour coincides with what would be Dennis Brown’s 70th birthday (1 Feb), with February also marking International Reggae Month.
At just 12 years old, Jamaican-born Dennis Brown recorded his first song, No Man Is an Island. He went on to release over 75 studio albums. We are honoured to bring this musical to UK audiences with full support and collaboration from Dennis Brown’s wife and widow, Mrs Yvonne Brown and Family as we celebrate his incredible legacy and influence on musicians and artists across the globe.
Mrs Yvonne Brown, said: “This musical will be a brilliant tribute to my late husband. It will be entertaining, nostalgic and refreshing all in one. Definitely a musical heatwave coming. Get ready! Bless”
Singer-songwriter Dennis Emanuel Brown (1 Feb 1957-1 Jul 1999) left an incredible mark on the music sphere and fans can relive the life and legacy of the Crown Prince of Reggae through this musical premiere and can expect to hear a plethora of songs from Brown’s extensive catalogue. From international and UK chart-topping hits, including Money in My Pocket and Hear I Come to Promised Land, Revolution and the Lovers Rock anthem, Love Has Found Its Way.
Bagga John, said: “Dennis Brown was more than a reggae legend, he was Jamaica’s golden voice, a musical icon whose songs became the soundtrack of generations. He sang with unmatched soul, love, and truth, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire hearts around the world. His voice was a gift, his music timeless, and his spirit lives on through every melody. For me the greatest voice to ever rise from Jamaica.”
Written and directed by Anton Phillips, Mrs. Yvonne Brown and The Dennis Brown Estate as Biographical Consultants and with music composition by Delroy Murray MD, The ‘Crown Prince of Reggae’ Musical follows Bagga John’s audience favourite The Cool Ruler Musical, which played to sold-out audiences in 2025 across the UK.
Listings information | Feb / Mar 2027 tour dates | The ‘Crown Prince of Reggae’ Musical
- Sat 6 Feb Hackney Empire | Book tickets
- Sat 13 Feb Zoroastrian Centre Harrow
- Sun 21 Feb Fairfield Halls Croydon
- Sat 27 Feb Broadway Theatre Catford
- Sun 28 Feb Broadway Theatre Catford
- Sun 7 Mar 02 Academy Birmingham
Tickets for Hackney Empire go on sale Friday, 31 July 2026.
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