Emo Philips to headline Reading and Leeds 2010 festivals
July 22, 2010 2:50pm by Such Small Portions
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American comic Emo Philips is set extend his stay in the UK to headline the comedy stages at Reading and Leeds this coming August alongside Russell Kane, Jason Byrne, Rufus Hound, Stephen K Amos and Kevin Bridges.
A number of new names have been announced for the Alternative Stage including the ever-popular Abandoman and one of London’s late night success stories, the Underground Rebel Bingo Club (Leeds only) who are both appearing at the festivals for the first time.
Canadian comic Glenn Wool is also heading back to the UK from America to join the comedy line-up, while festival junkie Robin Ince will be brandishing a copy of the Mail or Express to a younger audience with his own brand of anti-right wing rhetoric.
Other comedy highlights include Matt Kirshen, JJ Whitehead and the brilliant American political comedian Jamie Kilstein will be heading to Leeds – though not Reading.
Popcorn Comedy will be heading up the late night show with their unique version of comedy clips and live stand-up and human beat-box beardyman will be providing a musical alternative the otherwise cabaret and comedy line-up.
The Reading & Leeds is held on 27th – 29th August 2010 at Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds. Tickets for this event are now sold out. The full line up and further information can be found at www.readingfestival.com and www.leedsfestival.com.
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