Liberace - in his own words
The Phoenix Arts Club, WC2H 8BU , [Venue Details]As the world's most successful entertainer in the 1950s, we hear from the man himself about his beginnings in showbiz, his heartache and what made the world adore such an unlikely celebrity.
In this one-hander, Richard Lewis plays the flamboyant musician whose extravagant costumes, candelabra-topped piano and habit of playing classical music 'without the boring bits' helped him to fame in the 1940s.
His huge following live and on television kept him in the public eye long after his contemporaries had faded from view, and made him an obvious influence on Elton John, Lady Gaga as well as more surprising performers (including Bill Evans and Lang Lang).
'Lewis replicates Liberace's charm and winning way with an audience, and most importantly is a remarkably good piano player, whether charging through the souped-up classics spliced with popular song, or racing along in double-speed boogie-woogie.' High Simpson, All Edinburgh Reviews
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Admission: £15.00
Performer name: Richard Lewis
Age restriction: 18+
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Liberace - in his own words
Friday, 28 Aug 2026 @6.00pm
The Phoenix Arts Club, WC2H 8BUMore Information
As the world's most successful entertainer in the 1950s, we hear from the man himself about his beginnings in showbiz, his heartache and what made the world adore such an unlikely celebrity.
In this one-hander, Richard Lewis plays the flamboyant musician whose extravagant costumes, candelabra-topped piano and habit of playing classical music 'without the boring bits' helped him to fame in the 1940s.
His huge following live and on television kept him in the public eye long after his contemporaries had faded from view, and made him an obvious influence on Elton John, Lady Gaga as well as more surprising performers (including Bill Evans and Lang Lang).
'Lewis replicates Liberace's charm and winning way with an audience, and most importantly is a remarkably good piano player, whether charging through the souped-up classics spliced with popular song, or racing along in double-speed boogie-woogie.' High Simpson, All Edinburgh Reviews
Admission: £15.00
Performer name: Richard Lewis
Age restriction: 18+
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