The Who's Tommy

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"Tommy" is a rock musical based on The Who's 1969 concept album of the same name. It premiered on Broadway in 1993 with music and lyrics by Pete Townshend, who was also a member of The Who, and book by Townshend and Des McAnuff. The musical tells the story of Tommy Walker, a young boy who becomes deaf, dumb, and blind after witnessing a traumatic event. Despite his disabilities, Tommy discovers an extraordinary talent for playing pinball, which leads him to fame and fortune. The show explores themes of trauma, identity, and the search for meaning and connection. Through its rock score, "Tommy" showcases a wide range of musical styles, from hard rock and blues to ballads and anthems. The show features iconic songs from The Who's album, including "Pinball Wizard," "I'm Free," and "See Me, Feel Me." "Tommy" is known for its innovative staging and use of multimedia elements, incorporating video projections and visual effects to enhance the storytelling. The musical addresses the impact of celebrity culture, the influence of media, and the complexities of personal and societal transformation. With its electrifying music, powerful performances, and thought-provoking storyline, "Tommy" has become a beloved and influential musical. It has had successful productions around the world and has garnered critical acclaim for its unique blend of rock music and theatrical storytelling. The show continues to captivate audiences with its unforgettable characters and iconic songs, making it a landmark in rock musical theater.}

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Genre: Opera

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"Tommy" is a rock musical based on The Who's 1969 concept album of the same name. It premiered on Broadway in 1993 with music and lyrics by Pete Townshend, who was also a member of The Who, and book by Townshend and Des McAnuff. The musical tells the story of Tommy Walker, a young boy who becomes deaf, dumb, and blind after witnessing a traumatic event. Despite his disabilities, Tommy discovers an extraordinary talent for playing pinball, which leads him to fame and fortune. The show explores themes of trauma, identity, and the search for meaning and connection. Through its rock score, "Tommy" showcases a wide range of musical styles, from hard rock and blues to ballads and anthems. The show features iconic songs from The Who's album, including "Pinball Wizard," "I'm Free," and "See Me, Feel Me." "Tommy" is known for its innovative staging and use of multimedia elements, incorporating video projections and visual effects to enhance the storytelling. The musical addresses the impact of celebrity culture, the influence of media, and the complexities of personal and societal transformation. With its electrifying music, powerful performances, and thought-provoking storyline, "Tommy" has become a beloved and influential musical. It has had successful productions around the world and has garnered critical acclaim for its unique blend of rock music and theatrical storytelling. The show continues to captivate audiences with its unforgettable characters and iconic songs, making it a landmark in rock musical theater.}

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Music and Lyrics (additional)

Later Contributors

There are no known writers who contributed to revisions, etc. following the original production.
Genre: Opera

Source

Based on the 1969 album of the same name by The Who.

Synopsis

A psychosomatically deaf, dumb and blind boy becomes a master pinball player and the object of a religious cult.

Trivia & History

'The Who' (Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, Keith Moon, Roger Daltry) performed TOMMY non-stop for almost two years at various locations including two performances at the Metropolitan Opera House in June of 1970. The earliest known performance was at the Philmore East, Off-Broadway, in Nov 1969. It also became a successful ballet and any number of different successful theatre pieces prior to being filmed in 1975. The Broadway version was first produced at the LaJolla Playhouse, LaJolla CA, 1992. For this production, the name was changed to THE WHO'S TOMMY.

Originally appearing in England at Derby, The Playhouse, 15 May 1975, TOMMY was produced a number of times before finally appearing on the West End.

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