AMC is turning up the volume for the return of its hit series Interview With the Vampire, and this time, the spotlight belongs entirely to Lestat de Lioncourt. At the network's upfront presentation, executives unveiled a thrilling new live event that will let fans experience the vampire's rock star transformation up close and personal.
On June 2, actor Sam Reid will take the stage at New York City's Beacon Theatre for The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only - LIVE, a fully staged concert where he'll perform original songs from the upcoming season as his immortal character. The show marks the final stop on Lestat's fictional tour and will be immediately followed by an early screening of the Season 3 premiere episode. Tickets are free but extremely limited, available on a first-come, first-served basis starting May 6 at midnight ET.
The third season, officially titled The Vampire Lestat, premieres on AMC and AMC+ on June 9. It adapts Anne Rice's second Vampire Chronicles novel and follows Lestat as he embraces a glamorous, hedonistic rock star lifestyle. In a twist on the show's format, Lestat sits down with journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian) to recount his rise to fame, much like his lover Louis did in previous seasons. As his concerts draw millions and his power grows, Lestat must confront the ghosts of his past and the consequences of his actions.
The season has already generated buzz with a trailer featuring Reid's cover of Billy Idol's "Dancing With Myself" and a plan to release original songs alongside each episode. Composer Daniel Hart has penned new tracks like "Long Face" and "All Fall Down," which Reid will perform live at the Beacon Theatre event.
Beyond the concert, AMC is rolling out an ambitious fan campaign. The network has partnered with POM Wonderful for a series of ads featuring Lestat promoting the brand's pomegranate juice as a wellness companion. Fender is also on board, debuting four custom Fender Limited Edition LeStrat Stratocaster HSS guitars that will appear on the show as Lestat's instrument of choice. These collaborations aim to deepen fan engagement with the series' world.
Kim Granito, AMC Global Media's Chief Marketing Officer, emphasized the fan-first approach: "Interview with the Vampire has one of the most devoted fandoms in television, and this season's campaign is built for them. The Beacon event is one of many touchpoints designed to celebrate the deep connection they have to these characters and the world they love."
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With a live concert, branded guitars, and a rock star narrative, The Vampire Lestat is poised to be one of the most audacious seasons of television this year. Don't miss your chance to see Sam Reid perform live—if you can snag a ticket.
