PICK OF THE DAY

The Royal Variety Performance

7.30PM, ITV At the age of 27, award-winning comedian Jack Whitehall becomes the youngest-ever host of this long-running bastion of British entertainment – this is the 87th show. Taking to the stage of the Royal Albert Hall (where Prince Harry will be in the royal box), he’ll be introducing an impressive line-up of famous names. Jostling for top billing are Elton John, One Direction, Kylie Minogue, Ricky Martin, Cirque du Soleil, The Corrs, Beverley Knight, Little Mix, Jeff Lynne’s ELO, Josh Groban and Kacey Musgraves, along with performances by the casts of Mary Poppins and The Play That Goes Wrong. Told you it was impressive.

Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas

8PM, CH4 In episode two, Kirstie Allsopp marks the 50th anniversary of festive favourite The Sound Of Music by heading to Austria to show us how to make baked tree decorations, mulled wine and woollen mittens. Plus, the bakers and makers throw together gingerbread houses and Christmas wreaths.

Capital

9PM, BBC1 As the quirky drama concludes, the Kamals are shocked when Shahid finds himself in the frame, while Roger is horrified when his life takes a sudden turn for the worse; will the ghastly Arabella finally show her supportive side? Meanwhile, Smitty makes a discovery, Bogdan makes a move, and there’s a twist in the ‘We want what you have’ campaign.

The Great Pottery Throw Down

9PM, BBC2 Just three tests are left for the four remaining potters and the announcement of the winner, as the grand final of the pottery competition arrives. For the main make, Kate Malone and Keith Brymer Jones present the potters with their toughest challenge yet – to make a 12-piece porcelain tea set. Yes, including a teapot. SH

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