ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE – 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF BEATLES ARRIVAL IN AMERICA AT THE CELEBRITY THEATRE IN PHOENIX

PHOTOS BY GLENDA S. PARADEE

The show ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE – 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF BEATLES ARRIVAL IN AMERICA was held at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona on March 23, 2024.

It was an awesome show turning back time and reliving the magic of the greatest band in musical history. This one-of-a-kind tour took the audience on a heady journey through the extensive discography of The Beatles, featuring their most beloved hits and hidden gems that have stood the test of time. The show took fans back to the swinging sixties as players effortlessly captured the essence of The Beatles‘ legendary career from their 1964 arrival in America, through 1969. From the infectious innocence of “I Want To Hold Your Hand” to the melodic masterpiece of “Yesterday,” ‘All You Need Is Love’ delivered a night beyond nostalgia … encompassing transcendent sing-along moments, and pure musical bliss.

In addition to the captivating performances, the concert tour featured state-of-the-art production and visuals, creating an immersive experience that will transported the audience through the golden era of The Beatles.

The all-star lineup consists of exceptional musicians whose talent and passion for The Beatles guarantee an authentic and electrifying concert experience are:

Kasim Sulton – Vocals, Bass, Guitar (Meatloaf, Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Blue Oyster Cult, Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick, Cyndi Lauper, Patty Smyth, Joan Jett)

Steve Kimock – Guitar, Bass (Zero, Oteil & Friends, Jazz Is Dead, The Other Ones, RatDog, Rhythm Devils, Phil Lesh & Friends, Kingfish, Heart of Gold Band)

Prairie Prince – Drums (The Tubes, Journey, Todd Rundgren, Blue Floyd, Jefferson Starship, Phil Lesh & Friends, XTC, George Harrison, Chris Isaak)

Bobby Lee Rodgers – Vocals, Guitar, Banjo, Sitar Simulation (Jazz is Dead, The Codetalkers with Col. Bruce Hampton, Vassar Clements, Warren Haynes, Widespread Panic, George Porter Jr.)

Gil Assayas – Vocals, Keyboard (Kasim Sulton’s Utopia, Todd Rundgren’s Utopia)

Mark Rashotte – Guitar (Jake Clemons, Creed, Photograph)

Andy Forgie – Vocals, Theatrics (Creed, Photograph)

Narrated by Michael Des Barres (The Mistakes, Power Station, Detective, Silverhead)

It was a great show!

For upcoming shows at the Celebrity Theatre, go to www.celebritytheatre.com