It got here with out ribbons, it got here with out tags. It got here with out packages, packing containers, or baggage. Yet this yr if you happen to go to the Southwark Playhouse, one can find a recent story that’s legendary, little question!Â
As somebody who unashamedly identifies as a festive fanatic, I used to be thrilled to attend the press evening of Who’s Holiday by Matthew Lambardo, at present making its European debut on the Southwark Playhouse in London till seventh January 2023.Â
This adults-only story takes the beloved Christmas story, and unapologetically rewrites it right into a surprising, sensual, and side-splitting sequel that’s packed stuffed with surprising twists, turns, and time behind bars! Miz Cracker, who’s the only real star of the present, gave a superb efficiency from begin to end, exhibiting improbable characterisation, charisma, and simple humour. The true spotlight, nevertheless, was her faultless supply of the unmistakable trademark Suess rhymes, which the complete script is written in, including a well-known, but farcical component to the plot.
This rhyming contact was an surprising twist and considerably added to the crude comedy all through whereas reminding us of the tales oh so harmless origins. Although the laughs are available in thick and quick all through, there was a transparent heartfelt and healthful heat on the centre of this sequel, that celebrated the festivities that Christmas has to supply.Â
If you might be on the lookout for a powerful night or memorable merriment this Winter, then be sure you snap up a ticket to Who’s Holiday! This unbelievable story packed stuffed with glitz and giggles is one thing you need to see to imagine and is assured to make even the meanest of Grinches crack a smile! This present would make the proper current for any Drag Race superfan!Â
Review by Adam TippingÂ
Rating: ★★★★