Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston presents Vegas star Martin Preston as Liberace on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 2 p.m.
Experience glitz, glamour, sparkling wit and magnificent music as Preston recreates the magic of Liberace in a one-performance-only spectacular, complete with crystal candelabra and rhinestone-studded grand piano, recapturing the flamboyant excitement of Las Vegas’ greatest musical showman, according to the theater. Preston brings to life Liberace’s music, comedy and glamour through skill as a classically trained pianist and vibrant actor.
Most recently, Preston was honored to perform at the premiere of the smash HBO Liberace movie, “Behind the Candelabra,” starring Matt Damon and Michael Douglas. In addition to performing around the world in concert halls, on cruise ships and at the famed Liberace Museum, Preston is an honored recipient of the Grand Prize in the Liberace Piano Competition.
The show will feature Liberace favorites like “The Beer Barrel Polka,” “Malaguena,” “The 12th Street Rag” and “I’ll Be Seeing You,” all lushly orchestrated and performed from the original signature arrangements, according to the theater.
Spectacular costumes, each a duplicate of actual Liberace designs, are a highlight of the performance. The elaborate outfits would not be complete without Liberace’s trademark furs, sparkling rings, dazzling jewelry and an electrified shimmering feathered cape, according to the theater.
“The show-opening costume has a quarter of a million hand-sewn sequins, beads and crystals, plus 10 pounds of Swarovski rhinestones,” Preston said.
Preston is joined by song stylist William Garon, performing classic swing tunes, standards and a grand tour of Broadway at its best, highlighted by a visit with The Phantom of the Opera.
Tickets for “Liberace!” are $35 to $50 for adults, $32 to $47 for seniors, and $25 for youth ages 5 to 18. Student rush seats at 50 percent off are available one hour before curtain with a valid college ID. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit reaglemusictheatre.org, call 781-891-5600 or visit the theater box office at 617 Lexington St., Waltham. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended hours on performance days until show curtain.