TV tonight: Pomp and Circumstance galore as the Proms conclude in bombastic style

A feast of festive flag-waving at the Royal Albert Hall. Plus, more entertaining silliness as The Count of Monte Cristo continues. Here’s what to watch this evening6.55pm, BBC TwoFrom the soundtracks of thriller films to symphonic arrangements of St Vincent’s hits and every famous piece of classical music in between, it’s been another great summer of artistry at the Proms – many of which are still available on iPlayer. It ends with Elim Chan conducting a bumper lineup including usual favourites such as Pomp and Circumstance and Jerusalem. Hollie Richardson Continue reading...

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