Katy Perry struggles to find her seat at Westminster Abbey
A day after King Charles III’s coronation, much of the UK is turning its attention to Windsor Castle, where an extravagent concert is being held in the new monarch’s honour.
The line-up of performers for the event includes Take That, Lionel Richie, and Katy Perry.
Festivities begin at 8pm. Those not in attendance who wish to do so will be able to watch the concert live on the BBC.
The concert will be staged on the East Lawn of the castle’s grounds, marking the first time an event like this has taken place on the property.
As well as the acts mentioned above, the night also sees acts such as Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli, Welsh bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel, and classical-soul composer Alexis Ffrench perform.
Singer-songwriter Freya Ridings had to pull out of procedings due to being unwell, while presenter Zoe Ball announced this morning that she too would be unable to take part.
Charles was officially inducted as King in a ceremony at Westminster Abbey on Saturday (6 May). Among the attendees was his son, Prince Harry, who rushed back to LA immediately after the ceremony to be with his son, Archie, for belated birthday celebrations.
Amid the festivities, the Met Police been accused of a “totalitarian crackdown” on protesters, with police also facing condemnation for arresting late-night women’s safety volunteers.
You can find a rundown of the best looks from the coronation yesterday here.
Follow below for live updates as the coronation concert progresses…
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The Prince of Wales will be making a surprise on-stage appearance during the concert.
Here’s what they’re up to at the moment…
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 14:10
From yesterday evening: Coronation attendees were spotted singing Katy Perry songs on the tube.
In footage shared by Christopher Hope of the Daily Telegraph, a number of people can be seen belting out “Firework”.
Coronation attendees sing Katy Perry songs on packed Tube after Charles crowning
Coronation attendees were spotted singing Katy Perry songs on the London Underground after King Charles III was crowned in the capital. In footage shared by Christopher Hope of the Daily Telegraph, a number of people can be seen belting out “Firework” on the Tube. Perry is set to perform at the coronation concert on Sunday. She was also spotted inside Westminster Abbey and appeared to walk around the venue and take selfies ahead of the coronation. Click here to sign up for our newsletters.
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 14:00
The first revellers in the queue, six hours before showtime. That’s a long wait!
Long waits, of course, a subject Charles is very familiar with…
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 13:35
In case any keen-eared people were wondering about the music they’ve been hearing throughout the weekend…
Expect we’ll be hearing again tonight!
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 13:14
Safe to say this is one artist who won’t be making an appearance tonight…
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 12:53
Viewers were able to get a little peek at some of tonight’s acts during the coronation proper yesterday morning.
Katy Perry, in particular, provoked all kinds of amusement with her antics at Westminster Abbey.
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 12:26
Tonight’s concert will of course be broadcast on the Beeb.
From yesterday, here’s Nick Hilton’s breakdown of all the TV coverage of the coronation.
“In the build-up, the BBC gave the commentary reins to Clare Balding, a seamless multi-register presenter as comfortable talking about ladies-in-waiting as synchronised swimmers (though the rain driving down on the Mall might have temporarily elided that difference). Julie Etchingham and Tom Bradby, who have been given extensive royal duties over the past year, led ITV’s team. The third channel also dispatched Charlene White to reunite with Ant and Dec (esteemed guests of the new king), who she last saw on the set of I’m a Celeb. This was about as close as either broadcaster came to a concession to youth.”
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 12:04
A little explainer for the evening’s affair here.
Wondering what time it begins? Who’s performing? How to watch it?
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 11:45
As you would imagine, preparations for the concert are already well underway at Windsor Castle.
You can watch some of that live here…
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 11:20
Ball’s announcement comes after singer-songwriter Freya Ridings was forced to pull out yesterday, also due to illness.
Louis Chilton7 May 2023 11:00