Liverpool Daily Post Arts Editor’s Pick of the Day: Thursday August 26, 2009

THEATRE: Quadrophenia, the compelling coming of age story, is brought to life in the original stage adaptation of the legendary album. The sixties provides a colourful backdrop to Jimmy’s journey as Pete Townshend’s stunning score pulsates with life and brilliantly captures the excitement of a nation on the brink of change.Empire Theatre until August 29, tickets £13.50-£26.50, 0844 847 2525.

CINEMA: Alfred Hitchcock’s superb thriller The Birds is returning to the growing flock of Flying Flappers in FACT’s atrium – art works created by the public. If rumours are to be believed, the Flappers are also getting restless. More details in Monday’s Arts Diary.The Box, FACT, www.fact.co.uk

ART: Annual open exhibition Come Together involves artists celebrating The Beatles and their music in various art forms, and look at their impact on Liverpool and beyond. Also check out the Beatles for Sale exhibition by Cheshire artist Len Ehlen.Academy of Arts, Seel Street, until September 3.

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