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Edinburgh Festival Fringe: 24 Hour Diner People Soars with Whimsy and Silly Laughter

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Lorna Rose Treen's character comedy show, 24 Hour Diner People, is a hilarious, dark, and whimsical ride that skewers societal norms and nostalgia through absurdity. Set in a fantastical, out-of-time 'American' diner, the show features Treen's versatility in playing multiple, eccentric characters. With influences from classic TV shows and films like Twin Peaks, Mystic Pizza, and Saved by the Bell, 24 Hour Diner People parodies the portrayal of women on screen, offering a fresh and comedic take on the genre.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lorna Rose Treen's 24 Hour Diner People is a character comedy show featuring multiple, eccentric characters, including a trucker with really long arms and a personal detective hiding in strange places.
  • The show is heavily influenced by classic TV shows and films such as Twin Peaks, Mystic Pizza, Gilmore Girls, Cheers, and Saved by the Bell.
  • Treen draws inspiration from her favorite genre-themed shows to parody the portrayal of women on screen.
  • The show received a surprise boost of morale after a 7-year-old's enthusiastic reaction to Treen's long prop arms during a commute to a gig.
  • Treen is excited to see Ada and Bron, Alice Cockayne, Priya Hall, Lucy Pearman, John Tothill, Cabbage the Clown, and the man who works in Che's chippy at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
  • Treen's closest friends at the festival include Norwegian clowns Marie, Anne Marie, and Amanda, as well as her director, Jonathan Oldfield.
  • Treen reveals that she has failed her driving test five times and still hasn't passed, surprising audience members who perceive her as coordinated and patient.
  • Treen recommends enjoying a black oat flat white at Black Medicine during the festival.

Statistics:

  • There are thousands of shows in Edinburgh this month.
  • 24 Hour Diner People is playing at the Pleasance Courtyard until 24 August.
  • 70% of Treen's props were still intact despite several accidents and mishaps.
  • 5 is the number of times Treen has failed her driving test.
  • 7 is the age of the child who pointed at Treen's long prop arms during a commute, saying "Long arms! Now that is funny."

Sources:

  • "24 Hour Diner People, Pleasance Courtyard, until 24 August"
  • "Lizzy line" (location)
  • "Marie, Anne Marie, and Amanda" (Norwegian clowns)
  • "Jonathan Oldfield" (director)
  • "Black Medicine" (bar)
  • "Oat flat white" (drink)

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