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.

Highway took to the stage for their second rehearsal at the Globe Arena this afternoon, all of whom wear fully black outfits onstage.

Joining the 4 band members on stage is a solo female dancer who performs at the end of the catwalk throughout, including occasional vocals. A strong use of the LED screens is seen in the performance along with the lights which fill the arena during every chorus. Each band member performs in the centre of the stage. The lead singer joins the solo dancer on the catwalk at the end of the performance.

Check out Montenegro’s second rehearsal below!

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Rehearsals continue this afternoon with performances from Iceland, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Malta.

Photo: Andreas Putting ©


Jessica was born and raised in the United Kingdom. Eurovision has been a huge part of her life for a number of years, getting to see the contest live for the first time in 2015. Jessica joined the ESCToday team in November 2013.