Historic Royal Palaces and PWR Events are delighted to announce that Alfie Boe will headline the Festival Finale & Fireworks on Saturday 18th June.
Alfie Boe, Britain’s favourite tenor will be joined by soprano Natasha Marsh and the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra all under the watchful eye of Conductor Richard Balcombe at this years Hampton Court Palace Festival. In a mixed programme from his repertoire, Alfie will delight the audience with both Classical pieces and show stoppers such as Bring Him Home from Les Miserables, Some Enchanted Evening from South Pacific and On the Street Where You Live from My Fair Lady. Bringing the 2011 Festival to a rousing finish, guests will also be treated to a stunning display of spectacular fireworks over the River Thames.The Festival Finale will commence at 1930 (doors open at 1830) and there will be a long interval of 75 minutes when Festival goers can enjoy a delicious picnic in the stunning palace gardens, courtesy of Jamie Oliver’s Fabulous Feasts or dine with Corporate Hospitality in the State Apartments.
With more acts to be announced shortly, Alfie Boe joins a World-class line-up including: international rock icon Bryan Adams whose show is already Sold Out, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band, James Blunt, who will make his debut appearance at the Festival, Simple Minds, America’s legendary singer-songwriter, Don McLean forever associated with American Pie and Vincent (Starry, Starry Night) and Festival favourite Jools Holland, who will return with His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra featuring Gilson Lavis with special guest star Sandie Shaw and guest vocalists Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall.
As well as the fantastic music line up, the Hampton Court Palace Festival is renowned for creating a truly unforgettable experience. Artists perform in the main courtyard of the magnificent Tudor Palace providing an intimate atmosphere for an audience of 3,000.
Published on 26 March 2011 by Wayne Feltham
