Because

Creating a portrait reminiscent of the ports of Liverpool, sailors climb dramatically on ropes toward the Heavens. The a cappella voices of John, Paul and George pave their ascent. Each pull of the rope elevates the intensity of anticipation, foreshadowing The Beatles revival. Anchored at the other end of their lifelines is a scene from Savile Row. In an instant the sailors descend from their summits and raise the set, taking us from the place where it all began to The Beatles' final performance in 1969 atop the roofs of London. Musically, in addition of the a cappella version of "Because", the opening track includes the bird sounds in the World Wildlife Fund version of "Across the Universe", as well as "Free as a Bird". Additionally, a new recording of a wood pigeon was used "to make it more British," according to George Martin.

Get Back

The bombastic pulse of the Abbey Road drum solo fast forwards the scene from Liverpool to The Beatles' farewell concert. An explosion of energy, light and color burst onto the stage powered by The Beatles' rock anthem, "Get Back." Nostalgia of the 1960s is juxtaposed with newfangled dance styles -- "House" and "Jacking" -- and an unusual bungee tête-a-tête, as the celebration barrels toward an unsuspecting conclusion. The track uses the opening guitar strum from "A Hard Day's Night", the drum and guitar solos from "The End", percussion from "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise)", and the orchestral swell from "A Day in the Life".

Glass Onion

Marked by the ending strings from "Glass Onion," the festivities are brought to a startling finish and we flash back still further to the war years of The Beatles youth. The vibrancy and levity become shrouded by the grim realities of WWII that shaped the four boys' revolutionary attitudes and musical tastes. Sgt Pepper's band is symbolically destroyed amid the chaos and devastation, and the grim landscape soon becomes a setting for change and renewal. A much shorter song than the original version (containing fewer vocals), the track contains McCartney's falsetto "Oh!" and "Hello!" both from "Hello, Goodbye", guitar from "Things We Said Today", violin from "All You Need Is Love", brass from "Magical Mystery Tour" and "Penny Lane", and sound effects from "Only a Northern Song".

Eleanor Rigby/Julia

Depicting the resurrection and resilience of a post-war nation, Eleanor Rigby pulls the weight of her past through the rubble. Interpretation of key characters from The Beatles musical and historical narratives emerge including Father McKenzie, The Queen, Mr. Piggy, the Children of Liverpool and The Fool. Interwoven in this homage to The Beatles tragic heroine are hints of "Julia," "Strawberry Fields Forever", "A Day in the Life", and sound effects from "Revolution 9".

Rock'n'Roll Fun

An ode to the earlier years of The Beatles Rock ‘n’Roll roots, this section is a roller coaster ride of popular hits of the new “fever” that outraged the establishment and ear marked the beginnings of the craze that became “Beatlemania” across the globe. It begins with “Twist and Shout” and the character of Sugar Plum Fairy bringing the new music to the stage, infecting everyone with a new rhythm, then continues into the upbeat acrobatic number of "I Want to Hold Your Hand," followed by a medley of "Drive My Car," "What You’re Doing" and "The Word," signaling the euphoric onslaught of this new “Beatlemania.” Crazed fans and screaming groupies bombard the stage in a flurry of acrobatic activity. Teeter boards and trampoline beds launch the ensemble to new heights just as these early hits launched The Beatles to astronomical fame. Additionally, the medly features the guitar solo from "Taxman" and the horns from "Savory Truffle".

Abbey Road

A collage of sound bytes create a fictionalized conversation between John, Paul, George and Ringo. Using The Beatles master tapes, Québecois comedian François Pérusse pieced together this intimate exchange, which is illustrated by the projection of shadow figures.

Grik Nus / Something

Introduced by "Sun King" played backwards, this sensual choreography shows how fleeting and fragile love can be. Set to the classic tune "Something," a young male solo dancer is tantalized by four women who fly in and out of his reach. The track contains vocal elements from "Nowhere Man", laughter from "Hey Bulldog" and possibly a bit of "Carnival of Light" in the "Blue Jay Way" transition.

For the Benefit of Mr. Kite

The topsy-turvy world of fame gone awry comes to life. Mr. Kite's macabre circus is populated by a dizzying frenzy of nightmarish creatures and faceless characters. Indicative of the media frenzy and controversy that surrounded The Beatles during their meteoric rise to fame, the Russian Swing artist whirls and twirls high over the crowd performing 360-degree feats of aerial acrobatics. Excerpts from "Cry Baby Cry," sound effects from "Good Morning, Good Morning," laughter from "Piggies," guitars from "I Want You (She's So Heavy)", heavily delayed vocals from "Helter Skelter", and audio snippets of The Beatles joking around during recording sessions can be heard throughout this delirious mix.

Help!

Four extreme sports athletes take to the stage in this fast-paced, nail-biting number. The skaters take blading to the extreme, leaping 11-foot tall ramps -- and each other -- with a continuous barrage of flips, twists and jumps.

Blackbird

In this comedic interpretation of The Beatles poetic lullaby "Black Bird," Dr. Robert vainly attempts to help four mangled, disenchanted black birds find their wings and take flight again.

Yesterday

Reminiscent melancholy rooted in the love that once was and the longing of what could be, a trapeze duet floating through the lyrics of Paul McCartney as his presence serenades them from above.

Jam Session

A lively repartee between the four band members. Created from the authentic recordings at Abbey Road Studios, the sound bytes evoke the presence of The Beatles within an intimate studio setting.

Strawberry Fields

Assembled around a mysterious piano, Dr. Robert introduces the Nowhere Men to an unusual tea drinking ritual. This euphemistic stimulant launches them and the show itself on a psychedelic trip. In the original musical presentation, the version of "Strawberry Fields" built up from an acoustic demo (Take 1, featured on "Anthology") through various other takes before reaching the released version. To celebrate LOVE's 10th anniversary, the original version of the song is used. Additional inclusions in the closing stages of the mis are the orchestral section from "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band", the piano solo from "In My Life", the brass from "Penny Lane", the cello and harpsicord from "Piggies", and the coda of "Hello, Goodbye."

Parade

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band comes back to life in its full regalia in a moment of hallucinogenic hilarity. Continuing the experimental journey, the parade emerges reborn with instruments imbued with fantasy and whimsy.

Within You, Without You

Turn off your mind, relax and float down stream ... Here the children of Liverpool are taken on a wild ride atop a billowing bed sheet, a visual psychedelic stream, which envelops the audience, launching them on a magical journey. This track combines the vocals and dilruba from "Within and Without You" over the bass and drums from "Tomorrow Never Knows"

Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds

The trip continues with the glittering daughter of the heavens, Lucy, soaring through the air in this aerial contortion number. Connecting with the earthy Fireman who keeps her aloft, Lucy lets her hair down and rejoices in this moment of exaltation. This mix contains the drum roll from "Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!", the clavioline from "Baby, You're a Rich Man", horns, guitars, bass and drums from "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band", and sound effects from "Tomorrow Never Knows".

Octopus' Garden

The surreal voyage takes a plunge into the Octopus’s Garden where a host of characters from the show accompanied by marine creatures perform a slow-motion aquatic ballet. Watch for images of Ringo Starr in the projections as he bubbles through this underwater world. This track contains the string arrangement from "Good Night", sound effects and vocal elements from "Yellow Submarine", and elements from "Lovely Rita", "Helter Skelter" and "Sun King".

Lady Madonna

Celebrating the strength, beauty and courage of motherhood, Lady Madonna dances with children at her feet. The dance ensemble performs high-energy "Gumboot" choreography. Accompanied by her rock 'n' roll lover, Sugar Plum Fairy, they celebrate love in all its joys and hardships. The song includes the percussion intro from "Why Don't We Do It in the Road?", the piano from "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da", the guitar riff from "Hey Bulldog", Eric Clapton's guitar solo from "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", and Billy Preston's organ solo from "I Want You (She's So Heavy)".

Here Comes the Sun

This tranquil moment of enlightenment is the climax of the psychedelic trip, bridging Western values and Eastern culture. Four female artists perform aerial yoga in a garden of contemplative light, evoking the spiritual journey taken by The Beatles and their new-found state of consciousness. The track includes tabla from "Within You Without You", backing vocals from "Oh! Darling", and a bass line from "I Want You (She's So Heavy), in addition to "The Inner Light" transition into the next song.

Come Together

Led by a Krishna-like figure, this sensual dance is an unbridled release of sexual energy, wrapped in a political statement of the times. It's an exhibition of free love in rebellion of the accepted conventions of order.

Revolution / Back in the USSR

In this energetic trampoline performance, long-haired free-spirits playfully attempt to tame and jostle the authorities with their daring, fast-paced acrobatics on trampolines.

While My Guitar Gently Weeps

A female dancer ponders the sad loneliness of unrequited love. She contemplates her past in a soulful dance, remembering love lost but not forgotten in a world where the search goes on to find her true love. Accompanied by a hand drawn visual, they dance together in a world outlined with elements of everyday life. An early recording of the vocals were used with a new orchestral backing by George Martin; the early version used - a demo - can be found on Anthology 3.

A Day in the Life

This somber yet whimsical tale features a dramatic aerial straps act and a poetic recounting of personal loss and eternal love.

Hey Jude

Red poppy petals swirl as a symbol of remembrance. The consoling lyrics and soothing melody are a chant of reconciliation.

Sgt. Pepper (Reprise)

In this explosion of joy, performers soar on latex tubes and Korean ropes as the entire cast revels in Beatlemania euphoria with the audience.

All You Need is Love

A montage of The Beatles projected on red Kabuki curtains that fills the audience with wonderful nostalgia and a message of LOVE. A mostly unchanged track until the fade out which contains vocals from "Baby, You're a Rich Man", "Rain", "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" and the guitar riff from "Ticket to Ride", as well as elements of "Let It Be". The track ends with orchestration from "Good Night", and the sign off from The Beatles Third Christmas Record.