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Mick Hargreaves with The Moondogs performing the music of Paul McCartney at Bay Street Theater in 2022. MICHAEL HELLER/COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER
The Moondogs performing The White Album at Bay Street Theater, 2021. MICHAEL HELLER/COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER
Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor is bringing back The Moondogs, the East End’s preeminent Beatles cover band, this time, to perform the music of John Lennon, focusing on his songs from 1961 to 1971. The Moondogs return to Bay Street on Saturday, April 22, at 8 p.m. with a show that follows their acclaimed April 2022 performance of the music of Paul McCartney in celebration of his 80th birthday.
The Moondogs’ current incarnation was born at Bay Street in 2014 with a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ 1964 arrival in America. As their fans know, The Moondogs’ special limited-edition Beatles shows have become an annual event. In 2017, it was “Sgt. Pepper Live” with a full horn section and multimedia show. Next was “George Harrison’s 75th Birthday Celebration.” In 2019, “Let It Be and Abbey Road.” “The White Album” in 2021. Last year, it was “Paul McCartney, the Early Years.” And 2023 brings a special tribute, “John Lennon, 1961–1971,” covering all the Lennon songs you love, plus some of the band’s favorite deep cuts.
The Moondogs is made up of keyboardist Fred Gilde, guitarist Mick Hargreaves, keyboardist Dan Koontz, bassist Joe Lauro, guitarist Michael Schiano, guitarist Jeff Levitt, and drummer Howie Silverman. In keeping with the style of The Beatles’ legendary harmonies, many of the band members contribute as vocalists.
Tickets are $35 at baystreet.org or 631-725-9500. The Moondogs will also perform the John Lennon concert at Suffolk Theater, 188 Main Street, Riverhead on Friday, June 9, at 8 p.m. For tickets to that show, visit thesuffolk.org.
Staff Writer on Apr 18, 2023