BBC New Comedy Awards. Image shows from L to R: Diona Doherty, Roger O'Sullivan, William Thompson, Micky Bartlett, Shane Todd, Vittorio Angelone, Catherine Bohart, Kathryn Higgins, Mawaan Rizwan. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment
The heats conclude in the small seaside resort town of Portrush in Northern Ireland. Shane Todd hosts.
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We are in the small seaside resort town of Portrush or lovingly called Portlush by the locals. It sits on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland and is home to our wonderful venue tonight, the Town Hall. Dating back to [y]1870,[/y] this Victorian marvel is for one night only transformed into our very own comedy club. Our host for the night is Holywood's own, Shane Todd. The Belfast born comedian, writer and radio presenter kicks off the night with a bit of local banter before bringing on the five acts. Judging their performances are acclaimed Belfast comic, Micky Bartlett and former BBC New Comedy Award alumni, Catherine Bohart. Head judge, Mawaan Rizwan, completes the trio for this evening.