Royal Variety Performances

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The Royal Variety Performances are gala evenings held annually in the United Kingdom, which are attended by senior members of the British Royal Family, usually the reigning monarch. The evening's performance is a variety show consisting of family entertainment, including comedy, singing, dancing, magic and other speciality acts, and many of the performers and hosts are celebrities. The event is organised on behalf of the Entertainment Artistes' Benevolent Fund of which Queen Elizabeth II is patron. All proceeds are donated to the fund. The National Library of Australia collectes programs for Royal Variety Performances which feature Australian artists. Link to catalogue record.

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