The likes of Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Ncuti Gatwa are taking to the stage for the King’s Coronation Concert.
The concert to mark King Charles III’s coronation on the first weekend of May was already shaking up to be a star-studded affair – and now a host of other big names have been confirmed for the event.
Paloma Faith, Steve Winwood, and Nicole Scherzinger are among the latest musicians to be announced, while it’s also been revealed there will be video appearances from huge stars such as Tom Cruise, Dame Joan Collins, and Sir Tom Jones.
Meanwhile, even Winnie the Pooh is getting in on the action, with the honey-loving bear set to play a role in the concert.
The likes of Take That, Andrea Bocelli, and Katy Perry had already been confirmed to perform at Windsor Castle, while Ncuti Gatwa, Hugh Bonneville and other actors will take part in a collaboration between the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal Opera, the Royal Ballet and the Royal Colleges of Music and Art.
Kate Phillips, BBC Director of Unscripted, said, “I’m delighted that even more world class names have joined the line-up for the Coronation Concert, broadcast live across the BBC. Against the stunning backdrop of Windsor Castle, it’s going to be a jam packed evening of memorable moments, that Their Majesties and everyone in the UK can enjoy!”
Here’s everything you need to know about the Coronation Concert and how to watch it.
When is the Coronation Concert?
The Coronation Concert will take place on Sunday 7th May at Windsor Castle, the day after King Charles III’s coronation.
The concert, which is to mark the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, begins at 8pm.
How to watch the Coronation Concert
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Those who weren’t able to secure tickets for the concert will be able to tune in to watch live coverage on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with the channel broadcasting the coronation performances.
Meanwhile, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds will also be covering the Coronation Concert.
Coronation Concert performance line-up
Taking to the stage at the Coronation Concert is an eclectic mix of musical acts and icons who’ll be performing their hits.
One of the standout stars of the concert is Katy Perry, who is best known for her hits California Gurls and Firework, and is an ambassador of the British Asian Trust.
In a statement, she said: “I am excited to be performing at the Coronation Concert, and helping to shine a further light on the British Asian Trust’s Children’s Protection Fund, whose work includes on-ground initiatives to fundraising, with the aim to find solutions to child trafficking.”
The other musical stars who’ll be performing at the Coronation Concert include:
- Take That
- Lionel Richie
- Andrea Bocelli and Sir Bryn Terfel
- Freya Ridings and Alexis Ffrench
- Paloma Faith
- Steve Winwood
- Lang Lang
- Nicole Scherzinger
- Tiwa Savage
- Olly Murs
- DJ Pete Tong
- Lucy – the winner of The Piano
- Sonam Kapoor
- Sir Bryn Terfel
- Freya Ridings
- Alexis Ffrench
There will also be a collaboration between the Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal College of Music and the Royal College of Art during the concert, with Ncuti Gatwa, Mei Mac and Hugh Bonneville among those taking part.
“I’m delighted to be taking part in this unique event, celebrating the best of musical entertainment in honour of His Majesty’s coronation. In true British style, come rain or shine it will be a night to remember,” Bonneville said.
Meanwhile, several other big names will appear in pre-recorded sketches including Tom Cruise, Dame Joan Collins, Winnie the Pooh, Sir Tom Jones, Bear Grylls OBE, and Oti Mabuse.
The King’s coronation will take place on Saturday 6th May, with the Coronation Concert airing on Sunday 7th May. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on.
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