On the bill for the 18th annual concert are artists from around the globe: Sugarland, David Gray, Jill Scott, Janelle Monáe, Matthew Morrison, Ellie Goulding, Bernhoft and World Youth Choir. In addition, Evanescence, Angelique Kidjo, Ahmed Fathi and Miatta Fahnbulleh, will perform at the concert.

The event will be hosted by British actress Helen Mirren and Rosario Dawson, an actress active in social issues in the U.S.

Hydro has been a sponsor of the Nobel Peace Prize Concert since its inception. Hydro is also a sponsor of the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo.