Liverpool’s big four Beatles attractions have given their
seal of approval and partnered with the new long-awaited EPSTEIN The
Play, which runs from 15 November until 1 December 2012, at the city’s
Epstein Theatre. The Cavern, The Beatles Story, Hard Days Night Hotel and
the Magical Mystery Tour are all onboard as partners for the theatrical
production based on the life of legendary Beatles manager Brian Epstein. The
play is also part of the official programme of the city’s 50th
Anniversary of the Beatles.
EPSTEIN The Play is brought to you by Bill Elms
& Jen Heyes Productions Ltd (Tales from Haunted Liverpool, Tales From
Charles Dickens), written by Andrew Sherlock (Wall Talks and The Shankly
Show) and created and directed by Jen Heyes (Blood Wedding, I love
Vinegar Vera and Wall Talks).
Bill Elms co-producer of EPSTEIN said “We are
delighted to have the support of these iconic Beatles organisations for Epstein
the Play, it shows how Liverpool businesses work together to enhance the city’s
tourism and cultural experience. Our vision is for the production to become as
equally internationally recognised as these well established Beatles
institutions.”
The play charts Brian Epstein’s adult life and
illustrious career from his drama school days to managing the world’s biggest
pop group. Brian’s short life was crammed with success and controversy; he was
an intelligent man whose presence, taste, vision and passion left a lifelong
impact on the world. Born in Liverpool in 1934 to Jewish descent, he spent his
early adult years working for the family business NEMS (North End Music
Stores) before being drafted into the Royal Army Service Corps, after a brief
stint in London joining RADA and living a more openly gay life he returned to
Liverpool to manage the new NEMS city centre music store making it one of the
biggest in the North. Not long after was the historic lunchtime visit to the
famous Cavern Club to hear four Liverpool lads perform and the rest was
history.
Jerry Goldman, MD of The Beatles Story said “Brain
Epstein was such an integral part of the Beatles story. It is not before time
that his contribution to the city was recognised in this way.”
Dave Jones, Director of Cavern City Tours said
“The world famous
Cavern Club in Mathew Street Liverpool is proud to be associated with this
wonderful production about the life of Brian Epstein and the massive
contribution he made to the global success of four lads from Liverpool...The
Beatles.”
Mike Dewey, General Manager of Hard Days Night Hotel said
“We were delighted to show our support to an exciting new theatre
production in the city and we aim to create the perfect, Beatles themed theatre
break at the Hard Days Night.”
Brian Epstein was best known as a music
entrepreneur and legendary manager of The Beatles and was the person
responsible for their rise to mega-stardom all over the world. He also managed
other popular artists such as Gerry & The Pacemakers, Billy J Kramer, The
Foremost, The Dakotas and Cilla Black.
EPSTEIN The Play is sponsored by Gregory
Abrams Davidson LLP Solicitors (Matthew Street and Penny
Lane).
The production is supported by the Liverpool Echo;
the official charity of production is C.A.L.M.
More information on Epstein the Play can be found at
www.epsteintheplay.com.
LISTING INFORMATION
EPSTEIN the Play
The Epstein Theatre
Hanover Street, Liverpool, L1 3DY
Thu 15 November – Sat 1 December
2012
Preview Performances: 15-17 November 2012
Thu and Sat Matinees: 2.30pm | Mon – Sat Evenings: 7.30pm
Ticket Prices: £10-£24 (Concessions
Available)
How to Book:
Box Office: 0844 8000 410* or 0844 888 4411. Online at www.ticketquarter.co.uk* or www.epsteinliverpool.co.uk* or or
in person at the TicketQuarter, Queens Square, Liverpool*
*Subject to booking fee.
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