Details of Kate’s carol live performance revealed: William will be a part of his spouse for her first Together at Christmas service since her most cancers prognosis (and it is set to be a star-studded affair!)
The Princess of Wales‘s annual carol concert will include guest performances from Paloma Faith and Olivia Dean – as well as special appearances from Olympians and dancers from The Royal Ballet.
Her husband, Prince William will also be among those delivering ‘poignant readings linked to the theme of love and empathy’ during the service.
The Together At Christmas Carol Service at Westminster Abbey will be held on Friday, December 6.
Other Royal Family members will join Kate Middleton, 42, at the revered event, which ‘provides a moment to reflect upon the importance of love and empathy, and how much we need each other, especially in the most difficult times of our lives’.
The service will shine a light on individuals from all over the UK ‘who have shown love, kindness and empathy towards others in their communities’.
It will be her first one since publicly opening up about her cancer journey, and is set to combine both modern and traditional practices to bring people ‘from all faiths and none’ to come together for carols as well as performances from renowned musicians.
Olivia Dean, Gregory Porter, Paloma Faith and JP Cooper, are all in the line-up, and there will be a specially composed piece by pianist Rosey Chan.
Soloists from The Royal Ballet will also dazzle guests with a performance, along with students from The Royal Ballet School.
The Princess of Wales ‘s annual carol concert will include guest performances from Paloma Faith and Olivia Dean – as well as special appearances from Olympians and dancers from The Royal Ballet. Pictured in 2022
The Prince of Wales will be among those taking part in the readings during the service, joining athlete Adam Peaty OBE and actors Sophie Okonedo CBE, Michelle Dockery and Richard E. Grant.
Paralympian sport stars Lizzi Jordan and Danni Khan will be lighting the candles along with Lindsey Burrow – whose husband Rob inspired millions across the country before he passed away earlier this year – and cyclist Sir Chris Hoy MBE.
Westminster Abbey is expected to welcome some 1,600 people who have in some way supported their communities.
Upon entrance, they will be treated to music from young performers, including a jazz rendition from Restore the Music, a charity that helps fund music education.
This year each guest will, along with their Order of Service, also be given a special letter from the Princess.
In it, she thanks each guest for their tireless contributions in uplifting the people around them all year round.
‘Across the United Kingdom, there are so many inspiring people embracing those in need,’ she penned in the earnest address.
”They have provided comfort, counsel, and connection, and above all else they have shown that love unites and strengthens us all.
The Together At Christmas Carol Service at Westminster Abbey will be held on Friday, December 6. Kate, Charlotte and Louis pictured last year
This year each guest will, along with their Order of Service, also be given a special letter from the Princess
Her husband, Prince William will also be among those delivering ‘poignant readings linked to the theme of love and empathy’ during the service. Pictured last year
The event will be broadcast as part of Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, a special programme, airing at on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve. Pictured last year
The Abbey will be decorated with sustainable festive adornments, and a ‘Kindness Tree’ will be placed outside. Kate pictured at the Abbey in 2021
‘This Carol Service is a heartfelt celebration of every one of you, and a reminder that at Christmas, and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other.
‘Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other’s light.’
The Abbey will be decorated with sustainable festive adornments, and a ‘Kindness Tree’ will be placed outside.
This is to encourage guests to dedicate a decoration to someone important to them.
The event will be broadcast as part of Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, a special programme, airing at on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve.
It will feature three special films which bring to life the stories of people and organisations who have ‘inspired, counselled and comforted others in their times of need’.
As well as the service at the Abbey, there will also be fifteen community carol services will be taking place around the UK across December.
These will be tailored to their local communities, but be hosted by Lord Lieutenants, and supported by The Royal Foundation.
