Emily in Paris star Lucien Laviscount took a break from Hollywood to light up the red carpet at Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo gala on Wednesday night.
The 31-year-old actor, who stars alongside Lily Collins in the hit Netflix series, recently wrapped filming in Los Angeles and was the picture of charm as he mingled with fans and press, showing no signs of forgetting his roots.
Speaking exclusively to the Evening Standard, Burnley-born Laviscount said: “I’ll never forget my roots. This is home – always where I’m most comfortable.”
True to his word, the actor spent ages snapping selfies with eager fans, even indulging those who called him Alfie, his much-loved Netflix persona.
Laviscount was the centre of attention at the star-studded event, which saw a host of famous faces descend on the Royal Albert Hall.
The Emily in Paris star took a break from Hollywood to attend (Getty Images)
Dancing On Ice judge Oti Mabuse, 33, took a well-deserved break from mummy duties to attend.
Mabuse, 34, who shares a one-year-old daughter with husband Marius lepure truly let her hair down during the show, frequently engaging with the performers from the audience and later describing the night to the Standard as “amazing”, adding as she laughed, “I may be having a bit too much fun,” before kindly offering us some of her popcorn.
Meanwhile, the swanky VIP room hosted Mabuse along with a who’s who of British showbiz, including Anthea Turner, Lenny Henry, and Denise Van Outen during the intermission.
Oti Mabuse thoroughly enjoyed the night off of mummy dutoes (Getty Images)
The trio sipped prosecco and nibbled on an array of canapés as they rubbed shoulders away from the masses queuing up for snacks in the general public section.
Sir David Jason was also in attendance just hours after the sad announcement that his Only Fools and Horses co-star Diane Langton had died.
The actor, 84, was supported by his wife, Gill Hinchcliffe, and daughter Sophie at the event at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday evening.
(Cirque du Soleil: Corteo)
The dresscode for the star-studded event was “harlequin” and for his part, the Delboy Trotter star sported a red and purple patterned jumper, red trousers and matching shoes.
But when the curtain rose on Corteo, it was Cirque du Soleil’s performers with signature blend of theatrics and jaw-dropping acrobatics that took centre stage.
The show tells the story of Mauro the Dreamer Clown, who envisions his funeral as a jubilant procession celebrating life and its joys.
Highlights included performers bounding effortlessly off trampoline-like beds, aerialists suspended from chandeliers, and gravity-defying acts on teeterboards.
Sir David Jason made a dapper turn on the night (Getty Images)
There’s also a moment for major interaction that sees one of their performers floating with balloons accross the crowd. Audience members are encouraged to push her back up to the ceiling whenever she lands close to them.
The production’s trademark over the top visuals were amplified by its Art Nouveau-inspired design, which transformed the Royal Albert Hall into a dreamscape of whimsy and wonder.
The soundtrack, spanning various musical styles, provided an emotive backdrop to the spectacle, though it lacked a standout theme to truly anchor the narrative.
While the show dazzled, the occasional dip in pace and some minor mishaps reminded audiences that even Cirque’s artistry isn’t immune to the odd glitch and imperfection. But the infalibilty arguably added to its charm.
Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo runs at the Royal Albert Hall until March 2. Tickets are available here.