Simon Russell Beale stars in Liberace drama at Pitlochry

The Pitlochry Festival Theatre is hosting ‘I’ll Be Seeing You’, a meta-theatrical drama centered on the life of legendary pianist Liberace. The production features Simon Russell Beale in the lead role, earning critical acclaim for his portrayal of the flamboyant entertainer.

Written by Martin Sherman, the play explores the complexities of Liberace’s public persona and his historical legal battles regarding his sexuality. The production is directed by Alan Cumming and Ben Occhipinti, with 87-year-old Sherman making a brief acting debut. While critics have praised the performance and the show’s ability to capture themes of betrayal and identity, some reviews suggest the narrative occasionally simplifies Liberace’s cultural impact by focusing on drag-adjacent tropes rather than his mastery of television and classical music.