HAMPTON COURT PALACE FESTIVAL

ANNOUNCES GLADYS KNIGHT AS THE LATEST ARTIST FOR UNMISSIBLE LINE-UP

Tuesday 6th June - Saturday 17th June 2023

Now in its 27th year, Hampton Court Palace Festival, presented by heycar, has announced its stellar line-up for a series of truly special concerts in a truly unique location. Artists perform in an intimate 3,000-seat auditorium in Base Court, set against the backdrop of Henry VIII’s magnificent Tudor Palace.

The latest artist to be announced for 2023 is the legendary Gladys Knight who will be gracing the stage on 6th June 2023. The seven-time GRAMMY Award winner has enjoyed Np 1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B, and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television, and live performance.

Returning to Hampton Court Palace Festival this year following an electrifying performance in 2021 is bastion of British music Tom Jones. Through an unprecedented career spanning five and a half decades, he has sold over 100 million records worldwide, with 36 Top 40 hits in the UK and 19 in the USA. Tom will take to the Hampton Court Palace stage on 14 June to perform a host of revered tracks from his formidable catalogue, including It’s Not Unusual, Delilah, What’s New Pussycat, She’s a Lady, and Sex Bomb.

Opening the festival on Wednesday 7th June will be Soft Cell who burst onto the British music scene with the all-conquering hit single Tainted Love, which reached the top of the UK singles chart in 1981. Three top 10 albums followed, including their debut Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret and 1983 follow up The Art of Falling Apart. Their headline performance at Hampton Court Palace will see the duo perform all of their greatest hits, including the aforementioned Tainted Love, Say Hello, Wave Goodbye, Torch, What, and Bedsitter. Also joining the line-up is Jersey City’s Kool & The Gang. Famed for their R&B, Soul and funk fusion, their catalogue of melodious hits includes Celebration, Ladies’ Night, Get It Down and Joanna, the group achieved an incredible 17 top 40 singles in the UK between 1979 and 1985. They also scored a top 10 album to boot, with 1981’s Something Special. Kool & The Gang will take to the Hampton Court Palace stage on 9 June.

This year’s line-up also includes legendary singer, songwriter and actress Grace Jones, BRIT Award winning indie-rockers Kaiser Chiefs, global sensations Björn Again, and closing this year’s Festival - legendary pop hit-maker Rick Astley.

Attendees arriving at the Palace Gardens can enjoy a spot of picnicking in the spectacular surroundings with a range of delicious Street Food options.

Make the most of your time in the glorious grounds of Hampton Court Palace by arriving early and starting your summer evening with a delicious ‘Best of British’ Picnic or Hamper, proudly bought to you by British Fine Foods. So, relax and soak up the pre-concert atmosphere while indulging in seasonal mouth-watering food from leading artisan producers across the British Isles, winners of Great Taste Awards, World

Cheese Awards, and holders of A Royal Warrant. To ensure you enjoy the very best quality, British Fine Foods have created a range of 4-course gourmet menus to choose from within The Courtiers Picnic, the Queens Picnic, or the Kings Hamper. The ‘Best of British’ Picnics and Hampers start from £99.00*, and each selection serves two people and paired with fine wines or a chilled bottle of Champagne. *Booking fees apply.

Over the past 15 years, British Fine Foods have created and provided bespoke hampers for an exciting variety of clients and Summer events including: Wimbledon, Royal Ascot, Epsom Derby, The Oval, Royal Henley Regatta, and BBC Proms & Radio 2 in Hyde Park.

The Details

Tickets are on sale now available at hamptoncourtpalacefestival.com

DATES CONFIRMED SO FAR FOR 2023:

Tuesday 6 June

Gladys Knight

Wednesday 7 June

Soft Cell

Thursday 8 June

Grace Jones

Friday 9 June

Kool & The Gang

Saturday 10 June

Kaiser Chiefs

Wednesday 14 June

Tom Jones

Friday 16 June

Bjorn Again

Saturday 17 June

Rick Astley

Vip Hospitality

Exclusive dining and corporate entertainment packages in the palace’s spectacular state apartments are also available to purchase nowfor a truly unforgettable experience. The festival offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate special occasions or entertain key business clients in a prestigious setting. With a stunning 3 course dinner, private dining and exclusive access to the palace on top of flowing champagne and fine wines throughout the evening, guests are sure to leave with memories they’ll never forget. For hospitality enquiries please email hamptoncourtfestivalinfo@img.com

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Hampton Court Palace, Surrey, KT8 9AU

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