An absolute riot, blending nostalgia with uproarious humour, courtesy of Linus Karp
Linus Karp not only channels the essence of the beloved Diana but also injects his hilarity into the mix, much to the audience’s delight. Featuring a zany lineup that includes a voodoo-esque Camilla doll, a cardboard King Charles, and even audience members participating in an on-stage sex scene, this show is a guaranteed hit.
True to its title, the production delves into a whimsically fabricated narrative of Diana’s personal life, embellishing her marriage to Prince Charles and the intrusion of the “demonic” Camilla, all set against the backdrop of having the Queen as a mother-in-law. Aside from Karp’s portrayal of Diana and the ragdoll representation of Camilla, other characters are either audience members or one-dimensional entities.
Audience involvement is integral to the show’s dynamic, with selected viewers handed cards and prompted to take on specific roles, shaping the narrative in unforeseen ways. The storyline ingeniously alters the tragic events of history, offering a comically revamped outcome where Diana’s car turns back from the tunnel in Paris.
However, it’s Karp’s performance as Diana that steals the spotlight, winning the audience over by delivering an unhinged, yet fascinatingly brilliant approach to comedy ensuring laughter throughout. The production humorously explores various conspiracy theories, including the outrageous notion of the Queen orchestrating Diana’s demise. Through a lens of dark comedy, the play fearlessly navigates sensitive territory, potentially raising eyebrows among those sensitive to such humour. However, it’s safe to assume that those who might take offence are likely not the intended audience for a parody centred around Princess Diana.
This reinterpretation of Diana’s story serves as a refreshing departure from the gloomy reality, offering a much brighter and more entertaining narrative, leaving the audience in stitches throughout the entire show.