He's the Elvis Presley tribute artist who will have you thinking he is the real thing.
And now Ben Portsmouth is returning to Australia in August to commemorate the 45th anniversary since Elvis' death and to celebrate the career and music of the King of rock 'n' roll.
In August 2012, Ben made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, Tennessee.
He was crowned as the Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist, the only artist from outside the USA to win this prestigious title since its inception in 2007.
Ben will return to Australia in August 2022 and will commemorate the anniversary with a special tour of Australia.
Ben is a multi-talented musician, singer and songwriter.
His father was an avid Elvis fan and Ben grew up on a diet of Elvis songs. Having honed his musical talent Ben started his journey as an Elvis Tribute Artist in 2005 when he formed the Taking Care of Elvis band.
Audiences quickly realised that this was someone with a special talent. He looked like Elvis, sang like Elvis and had an on-stage charisma that had audiences believing at times they were watching the King himself.
Fans from all over the world declare Ben Portsmouth as the closest they have ever seen to Elvis Presley. Social media forums are overwhelmed with fans demanding his return to their country after sellout national theatre tours.
Loved across Australia for his flawless imitation of The King, Ben will once again show audiences why he is regarded as the best in the business.
Tour dates are:
- August 4 - Brisbane, Princess Theatre
- August 5 - Tweed Heads, Twin Towns
- August 6 - Campbelltown, The Cube
- August 7 - Sydney, North Sydney Leagues
- August 12 - Melbourne, Palms at Crown
- August 13 - Melbourne, Palms at Crown (Matinee and Evening)
- August 14 - Canberra, The Playhouse
For tickets click HERE.
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Wordsmith. Senior journalist. Editor. I have a proven track record in helping people and communities solve their problems. My career is all about telling stories.
Wordsmith. Senior journalist. Editor. I have a proven track record in helping people and communities solve their problems. My career is all about telling stories.
