Katherine Jenkins on tour in South Africa: behind the scenes

1. Golfing glamour

When you're a world-famous singer, even taking a trip in a golf buggy is an opportunity to glam up in a sequinned ballgown!

2. Katherine Jenkins and the Legend Foundation Choir

Something of a guest of honour, it's not every day you're treated to a special personalised performance. Katherine posted on Instagram: "Thank you to the Legend Foundation Choir who serenaded me with a specially learned version of Hallelujah #LumpInTheThroatMoment"

3. Time for a cuddle?

Katherine shared a snap from her last tour to South Africa, where she cosied up with this furry lion cub.

4. Katherine Jenkins on tour: behind the scenes 2

Time for a quick picture with the conductor before heading onstage at Teatro, Monte Casino. Any ideas where we can find one of those fab waistcoats, Maestro?

5. Katherine Jenkins on tour: behind the scenes 3

"Keep on sharing the faith in your own special way." An uplifting message for Katherine on a South African bank note.

6. Time for a few autographs?

Always in demand, Katherine signs her tour posters before getting glammed up to go on stage.

7. Katherine Jenkins team workout

Training for her half marathon, and ensuring she's in top form when she's on stage, Katherine and her team hit the gym in a rare moment of free time.

8. Katherine Jenkins and Maestro

A quick selfie of Katherine and the conductor, who's allowed himself a cheeky post-performance beer to celebrate a great show.

9. Katherine Jenkins and the Tuks Camerata

A bright purple ballgown to complement the colourful onstage costumes from Katherine's fellow performers, the Tuks Camerata.

10. Katherine Jenkins singing in the rain

A spot of rain in Johannesburg won't stop Katherine from exploring the city!

11. Ready for the audience

Early morning in Jo'burg, and the choir are already warming up ahead of another packed out evening performance.

12. All smiles in South Africa

Beautiful smiles backstage after the show in Johannesburg.

13. Katherine Jenkins on safari

A short break from singing... and KJ's off on safari! Looking glamorous, as ever.

14. On safari

Well, you don't get this when you're performing in UK arenas... there's just time to take a picture of a mother and baby rhino before heading back to rehearsals.