spotlight LEVI! HELLO
BACK WHERE HE BELONGS by shawn schikora
The out singer/songwriter and Tony-winning actor Levi Kreis (for his portrayal of Jerry Lee Lewis in the smashMillion Dollar Quartet), has long openly shared his journey, never flinching from voicing his feelings—and experiences—regarding topics ranging from sexuality, spirituality, politics, religion, drug use and conversion therapy. While at a point in his life and career where he feels confident, Levi is nevertheless unafraid of questioning and taking risks, even if he admits he sometimes doesn’t have all the answers. In the midst of a summer tour to promote his latest CD,Broadway at the Keys, a
subtle, nuanced homage to classic showtunes, Levi also has a supporting role as a homophobic pastor in Del Shores’ continuing comedic saga,A Very Sordid Wed- dingand plans to return to the studio this fall to record a new CD of original songs. Scheduled to appear Friday, August 18 in San Diego at Sunset Temple and Saturday, August 19 at the Renburg Theatre in Los Angeles, Levi recently took the time from his busy schedule to speak withThe Rage Monthly.
You’re in the midst of a concert tour. How’s the tour going? I am always reminded why I do what I
do when I’m on the road. So much time is poured into other aspects of the business that it’s easy to forget how much I am fulfilled by human
connection...There’s nothing like it. You released a wonderful Broadway- themed CD earlier this year,Broadway at the Keys. The CD has been receiving a great reception. Any plans to record a sequel to this CD? It was a lot of fun makingBroadway
Currently, I’m the strongest writer I’ve ever been.
I also couldn’t be clearer as to
At The Keys, but it will likely be the only Broadway-themed album I do. People have enjoyed the singer/songwriter sensibilities I brought to these classics, but my fans are getting very excited about new, original material. I’ve always written about our experiences of love and self-discovery as LGBT men and women. It’s a special bonding experience we have; them hearing my intimate experiences and in turn me learning details about their life and how they’ve experienced the same thing.
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where I want to live musically and creatively.”
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