Hamlet, National Theatre review - turning tragedy to comedy is no joke
Hiran Abeyeskera's childlike prince falls flat in a mixed production The National's latest production of Hamlet opens with a bang: a sureness of style, atmosphere and refreshing comedic effect, accompanied by a performer, Hiran Abeyeskera (The Father and the Assassin, Life of Pi), whose presence promises a night of sparky originality.Â