ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the key figures portrayed in the musical as well as the show's creative team. It provides a broader context for understanding the piece, including an extension of the historical lives beyond the scope of the musical as well as a consideration of why this creative team had the appropriate background for making the show such a success. The chapter also examines the Kinks, both as a group and as individuals, their management team, and also Sunny Afternoon's creative team. The action of Sunny Afternoon begins at a point when Ray and Dave were still living at home. While the Davies brothers are the best-known members of the Kinks, Pete Quaife and Mick Avory were pivotal to the band's early sound and success. A central plot point of Sunny Afternoon revolves around the band's dispute with management.
