Melodifestivalen - Russia doesn't see the funny side

The Russian embassy in Stockholm has complained of what it sees as a 'digusting' portrayal of Russia during a comedy interlude at the Melodifestivalen final.

The full story can be read here.

Or you can just watch the performance below.

Where to see Eurovision in the UK

There are all manner of bars and cinemas showing the Eurovision final. Seeing Eurovision on the big screen with full cinema sound is a great experience, but it may not be to everyone's taste if you prefer your Euovision party with drinking games galore. Please not that at many of these venues tickets are not yet on sale.

The Harcourt Arms, London

THE place to see Melodifesivalen, the Harcourt Arms also shows the Eurovision final. Demand was so high in 2007 they also used the Thornbury Castle pub round the corner. Tickets are either standing in the bar or seated in the lounge with table service. Tickets usually include a free Koppparberg pear cider of bottled beer.

For more information see http://www.theharcourt.com

Greenwich Picture House, London

Call the box office for ticket information on 0871 704 2059

or see http://www.picturehouses.co.uk/site/cinemas/Greenwich/local.html

Duke Of York's, Brighton

Call the box office for ticket information on

or see http://www.picturehouses.co.uk/cinema_home_date.aspx?venueId=doyb

Some other Picturehouse Cinemas may be showing Eurovision. More events will be added as I come across them. If you know of an event please email me at tomskinneruk@yahoo.co.uk