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JamesG · 06-08-2017, 02:47 PM

The Who's 'Quadrophenia' Opera Goes Classical on U.S. Tour
June 8, 2017

The Who's rock opera "Quadrophenia" will take an orchestral turn as songwriter Pete Townshend on Thursday announced a four-date tour of mostly classical venues in the United States.

The orchestral "Quadrophenia" will feature vocals by Billy Idol — the rocker behind 1980s hits such as "White Wedding" and "Eyes Without a Face" — as well as tenor Alfie Boe, known for starring in the musical "Les Miserables".

The production will come to Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the woods of western Massachusetts, on September 2.

It will then have two performances at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York before closing at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles.

"Quadrophenia," which follows the split-personality Jimmy, was a defining work of Britain's "mod" subculture of slick and stylish young culture consumers.

The 1973 album has been a favorite of hardcore fans of The Who as well as Townshend, who is the band's principal songwriter and lead guitarist, even though it has often been overshadowed by the band's earlier rock opera "Tommy".

"Quadrophenia" mixes together four musical parts that were recorded separately — representing Jimmy's four-way split personality, which in turn reflected the different types of Who fans.

"Melding the contrasting sounds of 'Quadrophenia' with a symphony has been a really unique and powerful way to reach a wide audience of classical and pop music lovers alike," Townshend said in a statement.

Townshend debuted the classical version of "Quadrophenia" at Royal Albert Hall in a 2010 charity performance and more recently released a recording with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

The production comes as The Who, led by the 72-year-old Townshend and 73-year-old singer Roger Daltrey, wind up what the band has described as its last major tour.

The Who, however, is not retiring and will start playing a residency in Las Vegas in July 29.

http://www.thesundaily.my/news/2017/...ssical-us-tour

ABlairican Pie · 06-08-2017, 04:07 PM

There's no stopping The Who, in spite of the countless "farewell tours".

Theda Bara · 06-08-2017, 04:54 PM

I MIGHT buy tickets to see this at the Greek Theater. Quadrophenia is one of my favorite Who albums, and I LOVE Billy Idol.

06-08-2017, 02:47 PM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,039	The Who's 'Quadrophenia' is Going on Classical U.S. Tour The Who's 'Quadrophenia' Opera Goes Classical on U.S. Tour June 8, 2017 The Who's rock opera "Quadrophenia" will take an orchestral turn as songwriter Pete Townshend on Thursday announced a four-date tour of mostly classical venues in the United States. The orchestral "Quadrophenia" will feature vocals by Billy Idol — the rocker behind 1980s hits such as "White Wedding" and "Eyes Without a Face" — as well as tenor Alfie Boe, known for starring in the musical "Les Miserables". The production will come to Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the woods of western Massachusetts, on September 2. It will then have two performances at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York before closing at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. "Quadrophenia," which follows the split-personality Jimmy, was a defining work of Britain's "mod" subculture of slick and stylish young culture consumers. The 1973 album has been a favorite of hardcore fans of The Who as well as Townshend, who is the band's principal songwriter and lead guitarist, even though it has often been overshadowed by the band's earlier rock opera "Tommy". "Quadrophenia" mixes together four musical parts that were recorded separately — representing Jimmy's four-way split personality, which in turn reflected the different types of Who fans. "Melding the contrasting sounds of 'Quadrophenia' with a symphony has been a really unique and powerful way to reach a wide audience of classical and pop music lovers alike," Townshend said in a statement. Townshend debuted the classical version of "Quadrophenia" at Royal Albert Hall in a 2010 charity performance and more recently released a recording with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The production comes as The Who, led by the 72-year-old Townshend and 73-year-old singer Roger Daltrey, wind up what the band has described as its last major tour. The Who, however, is not retiring and will start playing a residency in Las Vegas in July 29. http://www.thesundaily.my/news/2017/...ssical-us-tour Attached Images

06-08-2017, 04:07 PM	#2
ABlairican Pie Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Dec 12, 2001 Location: Living where cats reign more Supreme than a pizza. Posts: 31,620	There's no stopping The Who, in spite of the countless "farewell tours".
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06-08-2017, 04:54 PM	#3
Theda Bara Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 27, 2006 Posts: 7,154	I MIGHT buy tickets to see this at the Greek Theater. Quadrophenia is one of my favorite Who albums, and I LOVE Billy Idol.