Royal Festival Hall Rehearsal April 1969
Data: 14 April 1969 |
This is about 20 mins of b/w footage shot at
the Royal Festival Hall by Anthony Stern (it sez so right there on the
opening slate). It seems that Stern was called earlier that day by the band
to shoot this amazing and unique performance. Unfortunately, he didn't go
through all the proper channels, and only got permission from the RFH to
shoot the rehearsals and only in certain areas of the venue. This becomes
apparent when the venue's security "busts" him and orders him tu turn over
all his equipment. This all takes place while the camera is still rolling,
but with audio only! You can hear the escalating dialogue between Anthony
and security (management as he pleads his case). Too bad he didn't go
through the proper channels and pay for the rights to film the actual show,
as he was evidently prepared to do, but at least we have this incredible
rehearsal footage to marvel at. That's the story I heard and this is how I
pieced this thing together. Maybe a phone call to Mr. Stern would clear
thing up. There is also current speculation that the actual performance was
filmed as well (quoted recently by Roger Waters). |
Added: 13.05.2006