The National played to 500 people and nobody screamed 'Mr. November' once. Kidding. They definitely did.
On March 4, 2023, The National performed an intimate show for 500 people at the Bearsville Theater in Woodstock, NY. There they debuted much of their new album First Two Pages of Frankenstein.
Sound
Berninger's voice cracks beautifully on new material.
Direction
Garber captures claustrophobic warmth of tiny venue.
Cinematography
Shadows and sweat—looks like a funeral you want to attend.
Director
Michael Garber
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Bearsville Theater was built by Bob Dylan's manager Albert Grossman; The National's setlist included zero Dylan covers, which feels almost rude.
This show occurred during the 'First Two Pages' rollout when fans feared the band was finished—making this intimate document feel like a secret goodbye that thankfully wasn't.
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