The Late Show with Stephen Colbert S11 | Pete Townshend On The Who's Farewell Tour, "Quadrophenia," And The Best Thing He's Ever Written

GRAMMY- and Tony-winner Pete Townshend sits down for an extended conversation with Stephen Colbert that touches on The Who's farewell tour, Pete's difficult childhood, the incredible amount of unheard music in his vault, and the origins of works like "Tommy" and "Quadrophenia." Pete's latest musical adventure, "Quadrophenia, A Rock Ballet," is at New York City Center this Friday through Sunday. #Colbert #Comedy #PeteTownshend #TheWho #Quadrophenia #QuadropheniaARockBallet #NewYorkCityCenter #Ballet #StephenColbert #TheLateShow Air Date: Nov 12, 2025