“The Who: Quadrophenia – Can You See the Real Me?” July 24th

Who Princess

Seems like we have a few Quad fans here who might be interested in this.

The Who will be celebrated when its “The Who: Quadrophenia- Can You See The Real Me?” The Story Behind The Album premieres as a one-night in-theater event in the USA on Tuesday, July 24, at 8:00 p.m. local time nationwide. Beginning with a special welcome message from lead guitarist Pete Townshend, “The Who: Quadrophenia – Can You See the Real Me?” The Story Behind The Album event will give fans an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look into one of rock’s most influential bands and the creation of their celebrated album, “Quadrophenia,” originally released in October 1973.

Tickets for “The Who: Quadrophenia- Can You See The Real Me?” The Story Behind The Album are available at presenting theater box offices and online at http://www.FathomEvents.com. For a complete list of presenting theater locations and prices, please visit the website (theaters and participants may be subject to change).

The documentary takes fans on a riveting ride back to the 1970s when The Who’s creative musical genius was taking the world's music stage by storm. Packed with never-before-seen stories, including the onstage collapse of Moon during the tour’s first show, the evening will also feature additional performances of songs from “Quadrophenia” including chart topper “Love Reign O’er Me.”

In a four-and-a-half star (out of five) review, Rolling Stone’s David Fricke said: “‘Quadrophenia,’ released in 1973, was a superior tale with more-taut songwriting; it was grounded in [Pete] Townshend's memories of growing up angry, anguished and mod in the early Sixties, and produced with the panoramic tension of ‘Who’s Next.’”

Additionally, fans who attend the in-theater event may order the “Quadrophenia - Director’s Cut” box set with a free t-shirt at a special price of $99.98 for a limited time. The box features four CDs including two discs of original Pete Townshend demos, 5.1 audio DVD, a hardback book, 7” replica and much more. The special box set is available exclusively at http://canyousee.thewho.com.

Presented by NCM® Fathom Events, AEG Live and UMe, this event will be broadcast to nearly 500 select movie theaters across the country through NCM’s exclusive Digital Broadcast Network.

The link for Fathom Events has a list of theaters where the film will be shown and where you can order tickets.

Rambis35

Wow, that's awesome. Unfortunately, that day is probably not good for me, but it still seems like a great film!

Berasapj

Hope they release it in DVD or something, would love to see it

helplessdancer

Pete. if you are listening...

PLEASE tour quad this fall. 1996 was 16 years ago and there a whole new generation of who fans that must witness that glory.

Empty Glass

helplessdancer wrote:

Pete. if you are listening...

PLEASE tour quad this fall. 1996 was 16 years ago and there a whole new generation of who fans that must witness that glory.

The user names should catch his eye

Who Princess

Berasapj wrote:

Hope they release it in DVD or something, would love to see it

I'm sure they will but I'm looking forward to seeing it in a theater. It was great checking out the Kilburn show that way a few years ago.

Empty Glass wrote:

helplessdancer wrote:

Pete. if you are listening...

PLEASE tour quad this fall. 1996 was 16 years ago and there a whole new generation of who fans that must witness that glory.

The user names should catch his eye

Yours too.

helplessdancer

Empty Glass wrote:

helplessdancer wrote:

Pete. if you are listening...

PLEASE tour quad this fall. 1996 was 16 years ago and there a whole new generation of who fans that must witness that glory.

The user names should catch his eye

please tell pete for me

Berasapj

Who Princess wrote:

Berasapj wrote:

Hope they release it in DVD or something, would love to see it

I'm sure they will but I'm looking forward to seeing it in a theater. It was great checking out the Kilburn show that way a few years ago.

I'd like to see it in theaters too, but I don't think they are playing it in Spain, unless they are planning on screening it worldwide

Empty Glass

Well, I'm shocked, pissed and happy all at the same time...

I figured there was zero chance of this playing locally and I wasn't going to drive to Philly on a Tuesday to watch this. Something made me click the "participating theaters" link and BAM - Harrisburg, PA :shock: :shock:

Tuesday evenings are bad for me (why I'm pissed), but I should be able to juggle the schedule a little

Who Princess

Empty Glass wrote:

Well, I'm shocked, pissed and happy all at the same time...

I figured there was zero chance of this playing locally and I wasn't going to drive to Philly on a Tuesday to watch this. Something made me click the "participating theaters" link and BAM - Harrisburg, PA :shock: :shock:

Tuesday evenings are bad for me (why I'm pissed), but I should be able to juggle the schedule a little

I was really surprised--and happy!--at how many locations are screening it. 3 here locally. I just have to decide which one.

josevolution

Fuck yeah it's playing in theater 5mnts from my house can't wait to see it , i will go by myself ....

ozzykiller

The documentary is a great watch .It was on the BBC here in the UK over the weekend.A great insight into the writing,recording and touring of Quadrophenia. They're is some great footage I've not seen before. Pete is pretty scathing of Keith as a drummer , he actually states he "didn't think much of him as a drummer" . Definately worth catching if it's on at a theatre near you.

helplessdancer

http://www.thewho.com/news/title/quadro ... al-edition

Criterion are releasing a special edition of Quadrophenia on DVD and Blu-ray on August 28th in the U.S.A.. There's a new 5.1 audio mix for the film and lots of other special goodies included in this.

Quadrophenia (Release Date: August 28, 2012)

New high-definition digital restoration of the uncut version, with the original 2.0 stereo soundtrack as well as an all-new 5.1 surround mix, supervised by the Who and presented in DTS-HD Master Audio on the Blu-ray edition
New audio commentary featuring director Franc Roddam and director of photography Brian Tufano
New interview with Bill Curbishley, the film's coproducer and the Who's comanager
New interview with the Who's sound engineer, Bob Pridden, discussing the new mix, featuring a restoration demonstration
On-set and archival footage
Behind-the-scenes photographs
PLUS: A booklet featuring an essay by critic Nick James, a reprinted personal history by original mod Irish Jack, and Pete Townshend's liner notes from the album

Special offer for US fans of The Who! Enter promo code QUAD at checkout and get the new Criterion edition of QUADROPHENIA for just $27.96 on Blu-ray (suggested retail price $39.95) and $20.96 on DVD (suggested retail price $29.95).

Exclusively at criterion.com (offer good in the US and Canada only).

EDIT...can't get the promo code to work. $21 for the dvd is a good deal :(

Who Princess

BUMP

diamond_marmalade

Saw the Doc it was really good.

Hoping for an anniversary tour of Quadrophenia in the UK next year!

Who Princess

Monday bump

chaslil

A Louisville date of the rumored Quad tour has been leaked - Expect more dates for the end of this year and early 2013.

The Who — as in the legendary English rock band, not the type Horton heard in a Seuss book — will perform at the KFC Yum Center on Feb. 16, 2013. Nice!
http://insiderlouisville.com/news/author/steve_coomes/

I always thought PJ would want to tour with The Who, a few double bills would sure sell tickets!

Empty Glass

chaslil wrote:

A Louisville date of the rumored Quad tour has been leaked - Expect more dates for the end of this year and early 2013.

The Who — as in the legendary English rock band, not the type Horton heard in a Seuss book — will perform at the KFC Yum Center on Feb. 16, 2013. Nice!
http://insiderlouisville.com/news/author/steve_coomes/

I always thought PJ would want to tour with The Who, a few double bills would sure sell tickets!

now this has me excited, but I can't handle leaks yet

CAVSTARR313

Thanks for posting this!! I just bought my ticket for the Sterling Heights, MI. showing!!

I hope I bump into at least one PJ fan there.. Thanx again..

helplessdancer

chaslil wrote:

A Louisville date of the rumored Quad tour has been leaked - Expect more dates for the end of this year and early 2013.

The Who — as in the legendary English rock band, not the type Horton heard in a Seuss book — will perform at the KFC Yum Center on Feb. 16, 2013. Nice!
http://insiderlouisville.com/news/author/steve_coomes/

I always thought PJ would want to tour with The Who, a few double bills would sure sell tickets!

whew! i'm so glad the tour is also next year and not just the end of this year. thanks for posting this!!
this tour will be EPIC
1996 was a long time ago.

chaslil

helplessdancer wrote:

chaslil wrote:

A Louisville date of the rumored Quad tour has been leaked - Expect more dates for the end of this year and early 2013.

The Who — as in the legendary English rock band, not the type Horton heard in a Seuss book — will perform at the KFC Yum Center on Feb. 16, 2013. Nice!
http://insiderlouisville.com/news/author/steve_coomes/

I always thought PJ would want to tour with The Who, a few double bills would sure sell tickets!

whew! i'm so glad the tour is also next year and not just the end of this year. thanks for posting this!!
this tour will be EPIC
1996 was a long time ago.

There are dates at the end of the year. It will be in two legs. The full schedule is supposed to be announced tomorrow- here is what has leaked:

11/16 Boston
11/23 Toronto
12/1 Chicago - Simon Townshend- which means The Who either the day before or after.
2/12 Denver
2/16 Louisville, KY

Charles

EdsonNascimento

chaslil wrote:

There are dates at the end of the year. It will be in two legs. The full schedule is supposed to be announced tomorrow- here is what has leaked:

11/16 Boston
11/23 Toronto
12/1 Chicago - Simon Townshend- which means The Who either the day before or after.


Charles

Hmmm.. Friday nights (if you assume 11/30 for the Chicago date). So NY on 11/9? MSG would be open by then.....

EDIT: Rangers home Nov 8, but then away until the 14th. Knicks schedule not announced yet.

Who Princess

Rumor is for a press conference today at 1:00 PM Eastern time so stay tuned.

helplessdancer

Who Princess wrote:

Rumor is for a press conference today at 1:00 PM Eastern time so stay tuned.

OMG OMG

this is the biggest news EVER

can't wait to hear the details!!!

diamond_marmalade

So USA first then maybe U.K/Europe next summer? I hope they play MSG when I am in NY in October but not sure if it is open then. Hopeully not too long to wait!

Empty Glass

Pretty big smile on this guy right now

Philly?!?!?!?

Empty Glass

Looks like either Pittsburgh or DC

didn't see Philly at first, but she's there
@PasteMagazine: The Who Announce North American Quadrophenia Tour: http://t.co/cK14WClA

Who Princess

BUMP

All right, it's day after tomorrow!

Empty Glass

Threw some food on the grill
Threw Quad on the turntable
Had a few beers

- Great Sunday afternoon!

Who Princess

OK, everybody, tonight's the night!

Empty Glass

Thoughts??

I enjoyed it, I expected a few more performances within the telling of the story, but all-in-all enjoyed it. I'm not exactly sure why everyone else in line buying tickets to other movies paid 9.50 and The Who movie was 12.50.