TV star Lloyd Griffith takes love of choral music to Louth for Christmas concert
Comedian, actor and classically-trained singer Lloyd Griffith is taking his love of choral music to Louth for the first time this Christmas.
The Grimsby-born performer, who has earned a growing reputation after starring on a string of TV shows, will take to the magnificent surroundings of St James’s Church on Saturday, December 19 (7.30 pm).
His ‘Christmas Choral Celebration’ will comprise a special evening of festive music, traditional carols and beautiful choral performances, replicating a sell-out show in Grimsby last year.
Griffith said: “I’m absolutely buzzing to be bringing the ‘Christmas Choral Celebration’ to Louth this year.
"Last Christmas in Grimsby was really special for me, getting back to my roots and sharing the music I’ve loved since I was a little lad. So to now be able to take that a little further down the road to Louth is brilliant.
“St James’s is such a beautiful church and a place I used to sing at a lot as a child, so I can’t think of a better place to spend an evening singing some gorgeous Christmas music.
“There’ll be traditional carols, some proper, beautiful choral pieces and, hopefully, a good old singalong too.
"You don’t need to know anything about classical music to come along. Just turn up, enjoy it and get into the Christmas spirit. I can’t wait!”
Griffith, 43, has made his name in recent years in hit TV shows such as ‘Death In Paradise’, ‘Live At The Apollo’, ‘Soccer AM’, ‘Ted Lasso’, ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’, ‘It’s A Sin’, ‘Pointless Celebrities’ and ‘Can You Beat The Bookies?’.
But while audiences across the country know him mainly for his comedy, TV appearances and sell-out tours, music has always been at the heart of his career.
Growing up in Grimsby, Griffith discovered choral music at the age of seven when he joined the choir at what is now Grimsby Minster.
His passion for singing later took him to the University of Exeter and Exeter Cathedral, where he was a choral scholar, and has remained a central part of his life ever since.
After the return to his musical roots last Christmas, he is now expanding the concert to reach new audiences across Lincolnshire, with Louth becoming the latest town to welcome this special festive celebration.
Accompanied by professional musicians, Griffith will present a rich programme of carols, festive favourites and choral music, with opportunities for the audience to join in.
The historic setting of St James’s Church, one of Louth’s most recognisable landmarks, offers a wonderful backdrop for an evening celebrating the power of live music and the joy of coming together at Christmas.
Although Griffith is best known for making audiences laugh, these concerts offer an opportunity to experience another side of his talents, combining his love of classical music with the warmth and personality for which he is known.
The concert is produced by Lincolnshire-based Checkmate Productions, which works to bring professional live entertainment and cultural experiences to towns and communities across the region.
The Louth show will be part of an expanded Christmas programme for Griffith, who will also return to Grimsby Minster for an evening concert on Monday, December 21 and a new family-friendly Christmas concert the following night.
Tickets for Louth, priced £20, can be booked through Ticket Source.