Lover’s Leap Lighthouse Series Reopens Jan 24 With Tanya Stephens, Marcia Griffiths

A long-running live-reggae showcase at the Lover’s Leap attraction in St. Elizabeth will reopen on January 24 with a retro-reggae line-up headlined by Tanya Stephens and Marcia Griffiths. The return restores a popular performance slot for roots and contemporary artists and signals a concrete step in the site’s post-hurricane recovery.

Organisers postponed the series in October after Hurricane Melissa caused damage to the cliffside attraction and event infrastructure. Since then, organisers say extensive rebuilding and safety preparations have been completed to bring the lighthouse venue back to code and to reassure performers, crews, and patrons. Sponsors and community supporters provided funding, materials, and volunteer labour to repair structures, upgrade lighting and staging, and improve emergency access around the site.

For the local community, the reopening is both cultural and economic. Live shows at Lover’s Leap have long drawn visitors to St. Elizabeth, feeding nearby small businesses, food vendors, and taxi operators, and giving artists a visible platform away from Kingston’s circuits. Reestablishing the Lighthouse Series restores one of those anchor dates in the island’s event calendar and offers a chance for selectors, sound systems, and session musicians to reconnect with audiences in a scenic cliffside setting.

Musically, the Jan 24 show leans into nostalgia while remaining relevant. Tanya Stephens brings her sharp lyricism and contemporary edge, while Marcia Griffiths represents the deep roots and history that many patrons travel for. Promoters describe the night as a retro-reggae offering that mixes veteran voices with local support acts, aiming to deliver the warm, bass-heavy sound and singalong moments the community expects from Lover’s Leap nights.

Safety and access improvements are intended to make the venue more resilient to future storms and better equipped for larger gatherings. Those upgrades matter for organisers and attendees alike; safer backstage and audience zones reduce the logistical burden on crews and make it easier for families and older fans to attend. The collaborative rebuilding effort also highlighted local capacity for rapid recovery when music and tourism interests align.

Expect a busy evening and plan accordingly if you intend to go. The reopening is a reminder that reggae events are not just shows but community touchstones that sustain local economies and cultural life. As Lover’s Leap lights up again, the concert promises music, remembrance, and a practical boost for St. Elizabeth’s visitor scene in the months ahead.