Tatton Park Concerts

Tatton Park announce The Human League, Katherine Jenkins and more

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Tatton Park today announced the spectacular headliners for their Picnic Concerts 2013. Synth pop international superstars The Human League, plus special guests, will be performing in the stunning grounds of the park on Saturday 20 July and Britain’s most famous mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins and the National Symphony Orchestra will be performing on Sunday 21 July. Tickets are on sale NOW and available at www.tattonparkconcerts.com.

The Human League, one of the most influential groups from the 1980s will be joined by special guests for an astounding evening of much loved electro classics. The electronic New Wave band from Sheffield shot to fame in the early 80’s with Don't You Want Me which was a No. 1 hit in the UK, US and many other countries. Over the years they have been cited as an influence by a host of superstars from Madonna to Moby and the Pet Shop Boys to Lady GaGa. Off the back of their sold out tour at the end of last year this show will feature a selection of all their well-known hits such as The Lebanon, Mirror Man, Open Your Heart and Fascination. The concert will conclude with an amazing fireworks display across the backdrop of Tatton Park.

Katherine Jenkins is one of Britain’s favourite singers and has introduced to the world a new genre of classical superstar, selling millions of albums across the globe. Katherine will be performing a selection of much-loved Last Night classics such as Rule Britannia, Jerusalem and Land of Hope and Glory. In addition, the concert will feature some of her favourite pieces including Les Filles de Cadiz, Someone To Watch Over Me and I Could Have Danced All Night. This fantastic finale to the weekend comes complete with the National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Anthony Inglis and culminates with a stunning fireworks display.

Katherine Jenkins said, ‘I am absolutely thrilled to be performing at this year’s Tatton Park Picnic Concerts. The surroundings are truly stunning and I can’t wait to sing in the park. It will be an enchanting evening.’

Tatton Park Picnic Concerts return for 2012

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The Hallé Fireworks and Choral Spectacular will be an evening of the most celebrated and exciting pieces of choral music with the famous orchestra and a choir of 100 voices on Saturday 28 July while music icons Tony Hadley, Rick Astley, Roland Gift of the Fine Young Cannibals, Heaven 17 and Altered Images will put on ashow-stopping ‘Back To The 80s’ concert on Sunday 29 July, in association with Francis House Children’s Hospice.  

Held in the picturesque grounds of the historic estate, the Tatton Park Picnic Concerts are a true highlight of the North West’s summer season. The event celebrates the wonderful British tradition of the picnic as ten thousand concertgoers enjoy scrumptious picnics in the spectacular surrounds before experiencing world-class music and breathtaking firework displays.

The Hallé Fireworks and Choral Spectacular will come to the beautiful lakeside setting for a magical evening on Saturday 28 July. The world-class Hallé Orchestra with their choir of 100 voices, conducted by Stephen Bell, will perform renditions of the most dramatic choral masterpieces including Handel’s Zadok the Priest, the Anvil Chorus from Verdi’s Il Travatore and Orf’s formidable O Fortuna from Carmina Burana in the stunning lakeside setting of Tatton Park. This enchanting evening will crescendo with an awe-inspiring fireworks finale, as each impressive explosion is timed perfectly to accompany some of classical music’s most famouscompositions. This is one incredible summer experience not to be missed.

Back To The 80s on Sunday 29 July will feature some of the greatest and most successful artists of the 1980s: Spandau Ballet’s enigmatic frontman Tony Hadley, the soulful voice of Rick Astley, sultan of soul Roland Gift of the Fine Young Cannibals, Heaven 17 and cult Scottish rockers Altered Images.  It’s a welcome return for Heaven 17 who performed at the Tatton Park Picnic Concerts in 2009, they said:

“We're thrilled to be playing this year's Tatton Park Picnic Concerts, we played in 2009 and the audience were incredible.  We can't wait to perform there again; the lakeside setting is absolutely beautiful.”

With anthems amongst them including ‘Gold’, ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’, ‘She Drives Me Crazy’, ‘Temptation’ and ‘Happy Birthday’, Back To The 80s is set to be a sensational party night. This outstanding evening is in association with Francis House Children’s Hospice, with a portion of proceeds raised on the night going towards care for children and young adults with life-threatening conditions from all over the North West.

Tatton Park Picnic Concerts stands out in a busy UK summer music programme due to its perfect marriage of the magical outdoor setting and world-class music performances, together with the celebration of one of Britain’s favourite pasttimes. Guests can choose to bring their own picnics or enjoy the delicious pre-prepared picnic hampers provided by Carluccio’s. With the estate’s interesting history of music – the mansion boasts a dedicated music room with a 1789 harpsichord – Tatton Park is the perfect destination for an incredible night of entertainment.

Tickets and pre-booked picnic packages are on sale this Friday 16 March from www.tattonparkconcerts.com or by phone 0844 847 2457

SATURDAY 28 JULY – Hallé Fireworks and Choral Spectacular

Early Bird – £27.50

Adult – £29.50

Family – £112

Groups of 10+ – £27.50 per person

SUNDAY 29 JULY – Backto the 80s

Early Bird – £30.50

Adult – £32.50

Family – £124

Groups of 15+ – £30.50 per person

WEEKEND TICKETS

Entry to both concerts – £56