Magical Mystery Tour

(The Beatles, UK 1967, 55 min., 16mm)

Special Presentation. Conceived and directed by the Beatles themselves, this psychedelic trip juxtaposes scenes of the band’s strange countryside journey by bus with innovative music “videos” of their latest hits. This film’s drug-fueled revelry was produced at the height of Beatlemania and is required viewing for any fan of the group.

Special audiovisual lecture and introduction by Andy Babiuk, a musician, author, consultant, and owner of Andy Babiuk’s Fab Gear in Fairport. He is a founding member and bassist of the supergroup the Empty Hearts—which features Elliot Easton of the Cars, Clem Burke of Blondie, and Wally Palmar of the Romantics—and was also a founding member of the Chesterfield Kings. Babiuk is the author of Beatles Gear (2001),The Story of Paul Bigsby (2009), Rolling Stones Gear (2014), and newly released, Beatles Gear—The Ultimate Edition.

Following the screening, join us at Abilene Bar & Lounge (153 Liberty Pole Way) for an afterparty featuring Beatles songs performed live by Don Christiano, With a Little Help from His Friends.