Royal Variety Performance

The Royal Variety Performance was first staged in 1912, making it one of the longest-running entertainment events in British history. It has been held annually, with occasional breaks during wartime.

The event is attended by members of the British royal family, who serve as patrons of the Royal Variety Charity. Senior royals, typically the reigning monarch or their representatives, have traditionally been present at each performance.

The performance raises funds for the Royal Variety Charity, which provides support to entertainers in need across the entertainment industry. The charity assists performers, stagehands, and other entertainment workers facing hardship or illness.

The event is typically held at major London venues, most commonly the London Palladium or the Royal Albert Hall, though it has occasionally taken place at other venues across the UK. The venue varies from year to year.