Electric Picnic, running from 28 to 30 August, is preparing with an expanded programme. For the first time in the festival's history, the Comedy Arena will already open at 6pm on Friday.
The four-hour Friday show is hosted by Deirdre O'Kane, with Mario Rosenstock, Reggie Watts, Shane Todd, Vittorio Angelone and Alison Spittle featuring in the weekend programme.
The comedy venue can attract a significant audience during daytime and early-evening slots, while taking pressure off the music stages and offering a fuller cultural programme.
Summary
For the first time in the festival's history, a four-hour comedy programme begins on the very first day.
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