Four things we learned from Patrick Kielty's first Late Late Show as host
Patrick Kielty has hosted his first Late Late Show. We share some thoughts. Picture: Andres Poveda
From the get-go, Patrick Kielty had his studio audience roaring laughing with sharp jokes about RTÉ and his predecessor, witty remarks about current affairs and gentle ribbing of the audience members themselves. Speaking to the press ahead of his debut, Kielty had said he wanted to get the crowd more involved and evoke a ‘come-into-the-parlour’ atmosphere on set and it seems to have worked a treat. He was as comfortable winding up regulars in the pub of his hometown via webcam as they were waiting with bated breath for him to utter the name Dundrum so they could be treated to free drinks, as he was sidling in beside an audience member who was being offered the chance to win a holiday to Paris by answering correctly before ringing her sister instead to pose the question. Making the audience feel part of the proceedings in the studio and at home is a wise way to win their affection.
