Airdate: Royal Variety Performance 2021

Alan Carr hosts the Royal Variety Performance 2021 which screens on UK TV in December.

The event was staged last week at Royal Albert Hall, with performers Ed Sheeran, Rod Stewart, Anne Marie, Years and Years, James Blunt, Gregory Porter and Elvis Costello.

Only a show with the history and prestige of The Royal Variety Performance can boast such a wide range of internationally acclaimed stars.

Global acts and stars of the West End are brought together for one night only to bring the best of entertainment to a single stage. There is something for everyone in this feast of comedy, dance and musical performances.

This much-loved show has built a huge worldwide audience of over 150 million who return every year to experience this warm, family-friendly event.

Stars lined up to appear this year include multi-award winner Ed Sheeran, International sensation Sir Rod Stewart, pop star Anne Marie, Years and Years, James Blunt, Gregory Porter and Elvis Costello.

Friday, December 17 at 8.30pm on UK TV.