The Fifth Beatle

Written by playwright Tom Wright, Please Please Me tells the story of Beatles manager Brian Epstein and his role in The Fab Four's rise to fame, with director Amit Sharma bringing the energy of peak Beatlemania in the 1960s to the London stage. With fresh perspective on the struggles behind the success for one of history's most influential yet often overlooked popular culture figures, it's essential viewing for Beatlemaniac and non-Beatlemaniac alike!

What Is The Story?

Often referred to as the Fifth Beatle', music manager Brian Epstein first sees The Beatles performing at The Cavern Club in Liverpool. He instantly recognises their potential and is determined to bring them to the world. Taking them under his wing, he shapes their image, secures their record deals, and eventually turns them into a global phenomenon... but while The Beatles' success grows, Epstein faces personal challenges, balancing professional ambition with his private life in an era when being gay meant living in secrecy.