Backbeat
THIS ARCHIVED EVENT ENDED ON THE 18TH FEBRUARY 2012
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Dates:
24th September 2011 until 18th February 2012
OPENING TIMES
From Sep 24, Mon-Sat 7.30pm, mats Wed, Sat 2.30pm (press night Oct 10, 7pm, no mat perfs Sep 24, 28, Oct 5), ends Mar 24
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Mon-Thu £23.50-£43.50, Fri and Sat £23.50-£56
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Backbeat is the story of how The Beatles 'became' The Beatles - when John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Pete Best and Stuart Sutcliffe embarked on their journey from the famous docks of Liverpool to search for success in the seedy red light district of Hamburg, working eight days a week, in the clubs of the tawdry Reeperbahn, performing rock 'n' roll covers night after night. The compelling triangular relationship between the band's original bassist Stuart Sutcliffe, the striking German photographer Astrid Kirchherr whom he fell in love with, and his best friend John Lennon, became an intrinsic part of the Beatles' story - and put them on an unstoppable trajectory onto the world stage. Stuart's struggle between his best friend and the band, Astrid and his art, makes Stuart the troubled focus of Backbeat. His death, aged only 22, in the same year that the Beatles appointed Brian Epstein as manager, signed to Parlophone Records by Sir George Martin, and released their first single 'Love Me Do', adds to the poignancy of this remarkable and vivid portrait of the early 1960's. Backbeat features the all-time rock 'n' roll classics that the Beatles cut their teeth with - 'Twist & Shout', 'Rock 'N' Roll Music', 'Long Tall Sally', 'Please Mr Postman' and 'Money' - live on stage as performed by 'the Beatles'. Co-written by Iain Softley and Stephen Jeffreys, with musical direction by Paul Stacey, and directed by the award-winning David Leveaux.About Duke of York's
This West End theatre has more than its share of name changes. Originally called The Trafalgar in 1894, it became the Duke of York's to honour the future King George V. During the late 1990s, the name was temporarily changed to The Royal Court Theatre. More about Duke of York's
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February in London 2012
All New People Duke of York's, WC2N 4BG 22nd February 2012 - 28th April 2012 Zach Braff, famous for his role in US TV sitcom Scrubs, makes his...
May in London 2012
Out of Focus Saatchi Gallery, SW3 4SQ 25th April 2012 - 23rd July 2012 The first major photography exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery since 'I Am A Camera' in 2001...
Free London Galleries
Saatchi Gallery Duke of York's Square, King's Road, SW3 4SQ The Saatchi Gallery re-opened on 9th October 2008 in the former military barracks of the...
Halloween in London
Ghost Stories Duke of York's, WC2N 4BG 30th & 31st October 2010 The Duke of York's theatre in the West End is putting on a special one-off...
Afternoon Tea in London
Asia de Cuba 45 St Martin's Lane, WC2N 4HX The venue is chic and dominated by fat, cylindrical pillars, each quirkily adorned with a different element. Situated...
Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire Hotel
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 73% off from £143
Leicester Square, WC2H | 2 minutes from Backbeat
Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London’s regular film premieres - the Radisson Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: mahogany-panelled ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 73% off from £143
Leicester Square, WC2H | 2 minutes from Backbeat
Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London’s regular film premieres - the Radisson Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: mahogany-panelled ...More
The Royal Trafalgar Hotel
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 90% off from £97
Whitcomb Street, WC2H | 3 minutes from Backbeat
Set in between Trafalgar and Leicester Squares and right next to the National Portrait Gallery, the Thistle Trafalgar Square is a modern hotel set in a ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 90% off from £97
Whitcomb Street, WC2H | 3 minutes from Backbeat
Set in between Trafalgar and Leicester Squares and right next to the National Portrait Gallery, the Thistle Trafalgar Square is a modern hotel set in a ...More
Radisson Blu Edwardian Leicester Square Hotel
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 73% off from £138
St Martins Street, WC2H | 3 minutes from Backbeat
One of Radisson’s more intimate venues with only 60 rooms, this boutique hotel is tucked down a quiet street in the heart of Theatreland. The National ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 73% off from £138
St Martins Street, WC2H | 3 minutes from Backbeat
One of Radisson’s more intimate venues with only 60 rooms, this boutique hotel is tucked down a quiet street in the heart of Theatreland. The National ...More
African Cats
London > Events > Film Events Dates: Tuesday 29th May 2012 at 11.40am, 1.45pm and 4pm & Wednesday 30th May 2012 at 11.40am and 1.45pm
Empire Leicester Square, 5-6 Leicester Square, Westminster, WC2H | 3 minutes from Backbeat
Sir Patrick Stewart narrates this nature documentary, which follows the exploits of two families of big cats, who live and hunt side by side on the ...More
London > Events > Film Events Dates: Tuesday 29th May 2012 at 11.40am, 1.45pm and 4pm & Wednesday 30th May 2012 at 11.40am and 1.45pm
Empire Leicester Square, 5-6 Leicester Square, Westminster, WC2H | 3 minutes from Backbeat
Sir Patrick Stewart narrates this nature documentary, which follows the exploits of two families of big cats, who live and hunt side by side on the ...More
A Blurred Boundary Is Still A Boundary: Shorts
London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 6 minutes from Backbeat
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London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 6 minutes from Backbeat
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A Blurred Boundary Is Still A Boundary: Shorts + Q&A
London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 6 minutes from Backbeat
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London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 6 minutes from Backbeat
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Garrick Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
2 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Backbeat
Named after the great 18th century actor-manager David Garrick, whose portrait hangs in the foyer bar, The Garrick is a fantastic piece of late-Victorian kitsch. It ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
2 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Backbeat
Named after the great 18th century actor-manager David Garrick, whose portrait hangs in the foyer bar, The Garrick is a fantastic piece of late-Victorian kitsch. It ...More
Wyndham's Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Backbeat
This is a gorgeous Edwardian Theatre, and the first theatre to show many famous productions, including 'Godspell' and Yazmin Reza's incredibly popular three-hander 'Art'. Known for ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Backbeat
This is a gorgeous Edwardian Theatre, and the first theatre to show many famous productions, including 'Godspell' and Yazmin Reza's incredibly popular three-hander 'Art'. Known for ...More
London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
London > Entertainment > Theatres
St Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
St Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ...More
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Sights and Attractions near Backbeat
The best museums, galleries, attractions near Backbeat
National Portrait Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
St Martin's Place, London, WC2H | 2 minutes from Backbeat
The National Portrait Gallery houses portraits of significant figures from the late 15th century to the present day. This isn't the place to come for serious ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
St Martin's Place, London, WC2H | 2 minutes from Backbeat
The National Portrait Gallery houses portraits of significant figures from the late 15th century to the present day. This isn't the place to come for serious ...More
National Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Backbeat
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Backbeat
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ...More
St Martin-in-the-Fields
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Backbeat
This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Backbeat
This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose ...More
Nigel Williams Rare Books
London > Shopping > Books
25 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
As specialists in Modern First Editions, Nigel Williams Rare Books stocks 19th and 20th century literature, children's books by authors such as Enid Blyton, A.A. Milne ...More
London > Shopping > Books
25 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
As specialists in Modern First Editions, Nigel Williams Rare Books stocks 19th and 20th century literature, children's books by authors such as Enid Blyton, A.A. Milne ...More
Tenderproduct
London > Shopping > Art and Design
6 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ...More
London > Shopping > Art and Design
6 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ...More
Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe
London > Shopping > Children's Gifts and Toys
25 New Row, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Backbeat
Retro sweet shops are all the rage at the moment. In the Covent Garden area alone you'll find half a dozen of them, the latest of ...More
London > Shopping > Children's Gifts and Toys
25 New Row, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Backbeat
Retro sweet shops are all the rage at the moment. In the Covent Garden area alone you'll find half a dozen of them, the latest of ...More
Katana
London > Restaurants > Pan-Asian restaurants
116 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
Katana has all the right ingredients for success. An amazing location, highly trained chefs and slick décor combine to create an oasis of elegance amid the ...More
London > Restaurants > Pan-Asian restaurants
116 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
Katana has all the right ingredients for success. An amazing location, highly trained chefs and slick décor combine to create an oasis of elegance amid the ...More
The Salisbury
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
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The Portrait Restaurant
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
National Portrait Gallery, St Martin's Place, London, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Backbeat
"You can't expect a great view AND good service" quipped our waiter as he dropped some forks. In fact, service here was brisk and friendly, and ...More
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
National Portrait Gallery, St Martin's Place, London, Soho, London WC2H | 1 minute from Backbeat
"You can't expect a great view AND good service" quipped our waiter as he dropped some forks. In fact, service here was brisk and friendly, and ...More
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 11 minutes from Backbeat
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 11 minutes from Backbeat
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 11 minutes from Backbeat
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 11 minutes from Backbeat
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
English [Out There!]
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 12 minutes from Backbeat
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 12 minutes from Backbeat
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
The Sanctuary
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Backbeat
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Backbeat
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
Thai Square Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 6 minutes from Backbeat
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 6 minutes from Backbeat
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
So SPA Sofitel St James
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 7 minutes from Backbeat
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 7 minutes from Backbeat
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
The Salisbury
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
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Lamb & Flag
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Backbeat
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Backbeat
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
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Nightlife near Backbeat
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Doon
London > Nightlife > Bars
Downstairs at Albannach, 66 Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Backbeat
Pop "Doonstairs" from Trafalgar Square's Scottish bar and restaurant Albannach and you will enter the world of Doon, a new cocktail lounge named after the river ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
Downstairs at Albannach, 66 Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Backbeat
Pop "Doonstairs" from Trafalgar Square's Scottish bar and restaurant Albannach and you will enter the world of Doon, a new cocktail lounge named after the river ...More
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St Martins Lane Hotel
London > Business > Venue Hire
45 St. Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
45 St. Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Backbeat
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ...More
Haymarket Hotel
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Suffolk Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 5 minutes from Backbeat
A hip designer hotel by Tim and Kit Kemp in a grand building on the prestigious Haymarket, the broad boulevard street making for an impressive entrance. ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Suffolk Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 5 minutes from Backbeat
A hip designer hotel by Tim and Kit Kemp in a grand building on the prestigious Haymarket, the broad boulevard street making for an impressive entrance. ...More
Royal Society Of Arts
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from Backbeat
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London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from Backbeat
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Duke of York's events
JumpyJumpyFifty-something mother and wife Hilary used to go protesting at Greenham Common, but now all she can protest about is the state of her daughter's clothing. Family drama written by April De Angelis, with Tamsin Greig.16th August 2012Saturday 3rd November 2012
Where:
Duke of York's,
St Martins Lane
WC2N 4BG
Category: eventJumpy event
Running from Thursday 16th August 2012 until Saturday 3rd November 2012
TIMES Various Times PRICING £15-£52.50, student £25, OAP £29.50, advance OAP £32.50
Fifty-something mother and wife Hilary used to go protesting at Greenham Common, but now all she can protest about is the state of her daughter's clothing. Family drama written by April De Angelis, with Tamsin Greig.... More about this event
TIMES Various Times PRICING £15-£52.50, student £25, OAP £29.50, advance OAP £32.50
Fifty-something mother and wife Hilary used to go protesting at Greenham Common, but now all she can protest about is the state of her daughter's clothing. Family drama written by April De Angelis, with Tamsin Greig.... More about this event
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