VIA PRESS RELEASE | On November 17th at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, the Grammy Museum Experience previewed its new Beatles exhibit, “Ladies and Gentlemen…The Beatles!” for the press and other invited guests. The exhibit will run through June 25th, 2023 and will also feature various events, including several author events. It covers The Beatles’ invasion of the United States from 1964 through 1966.
The exhibit showcases some priceless collectibles, such as Paul McCartney’s Hofner bass and the suit he wore at the group’s first historic Shea Stadium concert, gold records, ticket stubs, posters, clothing, and other ephemera. It’s a Beatles fan’s dream come true and also offers various video and interactive displays.
The evening included a short, informal Q&A between Beatles author and scholar Kenneth Womack and May Pang. After the talk, Pang’s film, The Lost Weekend: A Love Story, was shown. This was the first screening of the film since its debut at the Tribeca Film Festival in June. The riveting film depicted Pang’s time with John Lennon, during his so-called “lost weekend” period. It also provided some depth and context by including background on Pang’s upbringing and her time at Apple and touched on her life since her relationship with Lennon ended. It’s great to see a Beatles exhibit in the tri-state area that will have such a long run and that comes with a very affordable admission price.
Future confirmed events include Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair, co-authors of the The McCartney Legacy (Volume 1: 1969–73), will appear at the exhibit on December 14, the day after the publication of their book. The world’s foremost Beatles scholar, Mark Lewisohn, will appear on March 30, 2023, concurrent with the New York The Fest for Beatles Fans, happening nearby at the Hyatt Regency in Jersey City from March 31 through April 2. Lewisohn will actually be appearing at the White Eagle Hall in Jersey City.
