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By Metro Last updated at 00:00am on 16.08.05
John Lennon with Yoko Ono
Lennon the musical finally opened last night ... and was slaughtered by critics.
Its first night, at New York's Broadhurst Theatre, came after two delays and a slew of controversy.
Nine actors, male and female, black and white, portray the legendary singer at various stages in his life.
One critic wondered: 'Should you plop down 100 dollars for a theatre ticket or just stay home and listen to your old records? In the case of Lennon, the answer is easy: Light one up and put on the stereo.'
Meanwhile, Yoko Ono denied claims made in the show that she was to blame for the Beatles' break-up, saying: 'People will interpret the musical however they want.'
