We are thrilled to announce the very first comedy night at Hampton Court Palace Festival with Alan Davies and Paul Merton’s Impro Chums. This double-bill of comedy will take place at Henry VIII’s Tudor Palace on 17th June
The evening will begin with QI and Jonathan Creek star Alan Davies, with his virtuosic story-telling and whip-smart funny bones this a show not to be missed. This will be followed by Paul Merton, one of the UK’s most popular comedians, together with his highly renowned Impro Chums: Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster, who create a brand new show every night, inspired by suggestions from the audience as well as their own finely honed improvisational skills.
Festival Director, Jamie Wells of PWR Events says: “We are very excited to be able to add a comedy night to the Festival, something which hasn’t been offered in previous years. We’re delighted to have Alan Davies and Paul Merton’s Improv Chums confirmed - they are two of the best in the business and the night is sure to be a crowd-pleaser”.
Other acts already confirmed for the Festival, include two nights of singer-songwriter Paloma Faith who will be delighting the audience with songs from her recent and most successful album to date, A Perfect Contradiction; Britain’s favourite tenor Alfie Boe with his band who will perform classic tracks from a selection of his albums; two nights with the King of boogie woogie Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra; John Wilson & The John Wilson Orchestra reviving the sounds of the MGM Studio Orchestra; and The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra who will return for a glorious evening of Fanfare & Fireworks.
Hampton Court Palace Festival is renowned for creating a truly unforgettable experience. Artists perform in the historic main courtyard of the magnificent Tudor Palace, which is this year celebrating its 500th birthday, providing an intimate atmosphere for an audience of 3,000. VIP Packages are available in the State Apartments and Festival-goers can also arrive early (doors open at 5.30pm) to enjoy picnics on the Palace Garden lawn or underneath a luxury waterside gazebo before the show.
Published on 26 January 2015 by Ben Robinson
