Richard Beavis - The show must go on

Richard began his career in his native Wales, where he won the Victor Ludorum Award at the "Festival of Gwent". Becoming the youngest ever vocalist ever to have this prestigious award, Richard was then asked to join the BBC Welsh Chorus where he performed various choral works, televised both nationally and internationally.

After studying classical music at the Welsh College of Music and Drama, Richard to branch out into the world of musical theatre. He played Freddie in the musical "My Fair Lady", "Doody" in Grease and then went on to play Migaldi in Lord Lloyds - Webber's Musical "Evita" on a grueling six-month tour.

At this time he appeared on Sky TV's "Star Search" winning the finals, thus opening many doors for his future career, both as an actor and singer. As a result of this Richard was asked to play the part of Richie Valens before thousands in…