Rehearsals for the first semi-final are underway today as the 18 participants return to the arena for a second time! We here at ESCToday are ready to bring you the latest news live from the arena itself.

Next onstage today is Sergey Lazarev, performing in a fully black outfit this afternoon.

Sergey performs alongside 4 male vocalists/dancers and 1 female performer. A powerful use of the LED screens and graphic effects are used throughout the entire Russian performance; Sergey is constantly on the move on the stage with strong choreography.

Check out Russia’s second rehearsal below!

Rehearsals continue this afternoon with the Czech Republic, Cyprus and Austria before another break takes place.

Photo: Andreas Putting ©