A popular Hayworth Theatre show pays tribute to the legend.
There's a longtime urban legend that
says there's a Beatles song playing somewhere in the world during every
second of every day, either on a stage, the radio, or on television.
Is that all? That's likely on the very, very low side. C'mon, urban legends, up your stuff.
We'd also add to that that some sort
of heartfelt tribute is being paid to the members of the Beatles,
somehow, in some creative way, all the time, during every minute and
every second of every day.
Oct. 9 is a major day on the Beatles
fandom's calendar. It's the day John Lennon was born in 1940. And while
the day he died is also regularly marked with peace vigils and
remembrances -- that was Dec. 8, 1980, as you likely remember -- his
birthday is also marked by music mavens in a variety of ways.
If you want to remember the
man who wrote "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" and "Tomorrow Never Knows," you can do so at...
The Hayworth Theatre: "Just Imagine LIVE! A Tribute to John Lennon" is indeed exactly that. Perform Tim Piper pays the icon a very loving salute
through song and humor and that particular Lennon-esque twinkle. It has
been extended through Dec. 29. Oh, and if you share a birthday with
John Lennon, you'll get in free on Oct. 9.
Pepper Tree Retreat: Local
LA Lennon fans recall that Southern California was a favorite
destination for the singer. Yes, he made his home in New York City and
spent his youth in England, Berlin, and traveling the world, but Ojai
was one of the places he traveled to find peace. The Pepper Tree keeps a room named in his honor.
Grammy Museum: The mondo exhibit all about Ringo Starr is still running, and its title of "Peace & Love"
should be enough to summon any Lennon fan. Lots of historical artifacts
and such related to the drummer, and the very famous band he played a
part in, are on display, so bet you'll come across several interesting
Lennon-related stories.
Walk of Fame Star: John
Lennon's Hollywood sidewalk star was in the headlines days ahead of his
birthday due to graffiti. The good news: The star has been cleaned up
in time for his birthday. Find it near the Capital Records building at
1750 Vine Street.
