Richard Clayderman, who plays Hard Rock Event Center in Tampa, Florida on May 14, 2025. Credit: Photo via richardclaydermanofficial/Facebook
Richard Clayderman throws original pieces into his performances (along with a ravishing version of Billy Joel’s instrumental deep cut “Root Beer Rag”), but his movie medley in the second half of the show is more than enough reason to check this show out.

The 71-year-old French pianist previews it during a “Titanic Symphony” earlier in the show, and goes on to give a nod to George Lucas stans and James Bond ride-or-dies, all while being backed by a massive string ensemble.

Tickets to see Richard Clayderman play Hard Rock Event Center at Tampa’s Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Wednesday, May 14 are still available and start at $75.

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Josh Bradley is Creative Loafing Tampa's resident live music freak. He started freelancing with the paper in 2020 at the age of 18, and has since covered, announced, and previewed numerous live shows in...