Lestat de Lioncourt's Rocker Transformation in Interview with the Vampire Season 3

The highly anticipated season 3 of Interview with the Vampire has been a hot topic of discussion lately , especially after the recent San Diego Comic - Con panel where AMC unveiled a surprise teaser trailer . The new season will delve into Anne Rice 's 1985 book , " The Vampire Lestat , " focusing on the character Lestat played by Sam Reid . Fans were ecstatic to catch a glimpse of Reid portraying his rocker alter - ego , which confirmed the rumors circulating since last season.

In Rice 's book , " The Vampire Lestat , " the main character Lestat joins a local rock band after being awakened from a long slumber by their music . This storyline will be a central theme in the upcoming season , promising chaos and excitement for viewers . The teaser trailer offered a first look at Reid as Lestat , and even featured a snippet of the character 's music , performed by Reid and composed by Daniel Hart . The show has stayed true to Rice 's original vision for her characters , as evidenced by showrunner Rolin Jones carrying a copy of the book at Comic - Con.

The series has been a hit among fans , with its contemporary adaptation of Rice 's gothic novel captivating audiences . The second season recently concluded , and the show was renewed for a third season even before the finale aired . The upcoming season will see the addition of new characters as the story travels to Scotland , introducing Callan McAuliffe , Franka Potente , and Ian Pirie to the cast.

Another exciting addition to the AMC lineup is the Mayfair Witches , a series that has already begun production on its second season in New Orleans . The show features Alyssa Jirrels as a series regular , Ted Levine as a recurring guest star , and Thora Birch as a guest star . The series , based on Rice 's trilogy of books , follows the journey of Rowan Fielding , an intuitive young neurosurgeon who discovers her lineage of witches and must confront a sinister presence that has plagued her family for generations.

As fans eagerly await the return of both Interview with the Vampire and Mayfair Witches , the buzz surrounding these shows continues to grow . With new storylines , characters , and musical elements in store , viewers can expect an exciting and captivating viewing experience in the upcoming seasons . Stay tuned for more updates on these thrilling series!