IT is now 50 years since Elvis Presley’s televised ‘special’ aired on NBC Television, which later came to be known as his ’68 Comeback Special.

To celebrate this musical milestone Bill Kenwright presents This is Elvis - Burbank and Vegas and follows the true story of a very pivotal period in the star’s life and career, charting his journey back to stardom and his return to success as a stage performer.

In the coveted role of Elvis is international award-winning tribute artist and actor Steve Michaels (formerly known as Stephen Michael Kabakos).

His passion for Elvis sparked at a very young age, and has continued to be the drive behind his extraordinary success.

His masterful performance and remarkable renditions of the King have garnered him worldwide attention and Elvis fans in the county have the opportunity to witness this for themselves when the show comes to Malvern’s Festival Theatre later this week.

Steve has played alongside some of Elvis Presley’s iconic band mates including the legendary drummer DJ Fontana and bassist Jerry Scheff. In addition, he has shared the stage with the extraordinary Jordanaires and the soulful voices of the Sweet Inspirations.

Steve and the show will be at the Festival for one week only - from Tuesday, April 3 through to Saturday, April 7.

His exquisite styling and ability to successfully capture an authentic portrayal of Elvis Presley has endeared him to audiences around the world - across Canada, United States, India, Thailand, Hong Kong, Philippines, Australia and here in the UK.

It’s 1968 - the major musical event of the year is the first live TV special for Elvis in what would come to be known as ‘The ’68 Comeback Special’.

Drawing phenomenal ratings – almost half of the viewing audience - this event re-established Elvis as the major entertainment star of the decade, and 12 months later he starred at the International Hotel in Vegas, performing live for the first time in seven years, and securing his place in history as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

This production celebrates 50 years since the TV phenomenon and is testament that his songs live on and the King still rules!

The musical recreates all the drama leading up to the comeback as well as staging the monumental concert. It then proceeds with The King to his Vegas debut.

It will feature Elvis’s greatest hits including… Trouble, Heartbreak Hotel, Blue Suede Shoes, Hound Dog, Love Me Tender, All Shook Up, Jailhouse Rock, One Night, It’s Now or Never, Are you Lonesome Tonight?, Can’t Help Falling in Love, In The Ghetto, Suspicious Minds, American Trilogy, Just Can’t Help Believing and many more…

Presley is highly regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, having starred in more than 30 films, performed record breaking shows and concerts and is the biggest selling artist of all time with over one billion records globally. It’s no wonder he was referred to as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Among his many awards and accolades he was nominated for 14 Grammy’s and aged just 36 was awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

An icon and heartthrob the world over, his songs are still enjoyed by millions today as his legacy lives on. This musical relives his incredible comeback.

Elvis will be back in the building!