Hampton Court Palace Festival reveals first names for this year

Anastacia, George Benson, Caro Emerald, Van Morrison, Jools Holland and the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, and The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra are the first few headliners confirmed for this year's Hampton Court Palace Festival.

The 23rd annual Hampton Court Palace Festival is expected to take place from Thursday 9th until Saturday 18th June 2016 and offers an audience of 3000 the chance to see performances in Henry VIII’s open-air courtyard.

The Festival runs in June, and final dates will be announced shortly.Anastacia will perform on the opening night Thursday 9 June and tickets for this concert go on sale now. Anastacia said, "I'm truly honoured to be performing at Hampton Court Palace Festival this year, a venue with such incredible heritage. What a great start to the summer."

Caro Emerald takes to the stage on the night of Friday 17th June, and on the final day, Saturday 18th June, George Benson will perform hits from his back catalogue including 'Give Me The Night', 'Lady Love Me (One More Time)', 'Turn Your Love Around', and 'Inspiration: A Tribute to Nat King Cole'. George Benson said, "I'm looking forward to returning to Hampton Court Palace Festival. It is one of the most beautiful venues I have performed at in the world and I’m thrilled that I can perform there again this summer."

Festival regulars Jools Holland and the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and Van Morrison return on Friday 10th and Tuesday 14th June respectively.

The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra returns for an evening of Fanfare & Fireworks. Against the backdrop of the Tudor courtyard the Orchestra will perform scores from the mainstream masters of classical music, culminating in Handel’s rousing Music for the Royal Fireworks. After the concert, Festival-goers will experience a spectacular fireworks display over the Palace.

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Ticket prices vary depending on the event from £45 - £70.