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The Moondogs performing The White Album at Bay Street Theater, 2021. MICHAEL HELLER/COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER
The Moondogs performing The White Album at Bay Street Theater, 2021. MICHAEL HELLER/COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER
Mick Hargreaves with The Moondogs performing the music of Paul McCartney at Bay Street Theater, 2022. MICHAEL HELLER/COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER
The Moondogs, the East End’s preeminent Beatles cover band, will perform the music of John Lennon at Bay Street Theater on Saturday, April 22, at 8 p.m. The band will focus on Lennon’s songs from 1961 to 1971, and are returning to Bay Street’s stage following their acclaimed April 2022 performance featuring the music of Paul McCartney in celebration of his 80th birthday.
As their fans know, The Moondogs’ special limited-edition Beatles shows have become an annual event here The current incarnation of the band was born at Bay Street, at a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ 1964 arrival in America. 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 McCartney’s Early Years. This year’s show brings a special tribute to Lennon, covering all the songs you love, plus some of the band’s favorite deep cuts.
Members of The Moondogs include 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. Bay Street Theater is on Long Wharf in Sag Harbor.
Staff Writer on Mar 11, 2023