Take That star and recently appointed X Factor head judge Gary Barlow today announces his first UK solo shows in over 11 years. The two concerts (Dec 5 & 6) will be held at London's stunning Royal Albert Hall, an all-time favourite venue of Gary's, and will support disadvantaged young people by raising vital funds for The Prince's Trust and The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry.

The acclaimed singer /songwriter sisters, The Pierces, will be Gary's special guests on both nights, opening up proceedings with their beautiful harmonies and unique musical sound.

Gary is one of the UK's most-loved musicians, a member of one of the biggest and most successful bands the UK has ever produced, a distinguished singer/songwriter and now also a judge on the new series of X-Factor. He has long been a supporter of the work undertaken by youth charity The Prince's Trust having donated proceeds from his GB40 show earlier in the year and also attended The Trust's Rock Gala event in 2010.

"It's really important to me that disadvantaged young people get the support they need, especially at the moment. The Prince's Trust along with The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry are both doing great work with young people and I liked the idea of recognising the work of the whole family. I hope the money raised through these concerts will make a real difference to young lives.'

'Gary Barlow in Concert' will be Gary's first full solo shows since 1999 and will see him perform songs from his incredible music career spanning over 20 years. Take That have sold over 30 million albums and seven million tour tickets over the course of their career, with their recent Progress Live Tour being the biggest tour that the UK and Ireland have ever seen. Gary's contribution to British Music as a whole has been unquestionable and his reputation as a singer, songwriter, pianist and performer is undeniable. 



Monies raised from the two concerts will go to The Prince's Trust and The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry. The money raised for The Prince's Trust will support the charity's UK City Riots Appeal, helping disadvantaged young people from riot-torn areas to rebuild their lives and communities. The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry will also use the funds raised to support disadvantaged young people, which is one of the Foundation's three core project areas. In particular, it will use the funds to support innovative projects dedicated to providing young people with the tools and aspiration to fulfill their potential.