It's now or never: This Elvis Presley experience is the closest you'll get to seeing him live
Elvis Evolution, a new multi-sensory immersive experience announced today, will combine physical sets that move, shake and transform with live actors and musicians performing the superstar's hits including 'All Shook Up' and 'Can't Help Falling in Love'.
The experience, taking place at London Excel Waterfront this spring, will take visitors on a journey through Elvis's rise to fame, from his humble beginnings in Tupelo to superstar musical icon. Visitors will witness major milestones in the singer's extraordinary career, such as some of his most memorable performances.
Images shared by Layered Reality, the immersive entertainment company behind Elvis Evolution, provide a glimpse into the show's journey through time – including the 1960s 'Bob's Burbank Diner' and Elvis's 1968 dressing room.
A third image shows backstage at NBC Studios offices, where Elvis recorded his legendary 1968 Comeback Special.
The company has used AI to breathe new life into 60-year-old footage, recreating previously unseen moments from home footage and offering fans an intimate view of Elvis the man, as well as the superstar.
The space will feature three themed bars, including a 1960s diner where there'll be themed cocktails, plus food at the Blue Hawaii bar.
The show will culminate in a performance of Elvis' 1968 song 'If I Can Dream', accompanied by a live band, with the experience ending in the 'All Shook Up' afterparty bar where the celebrations will continue.
Tickets are on sale now at https://elvisevolution.com/.
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