What a riotous, joyous evening this is. 

Richard Marsh’s YIPPEE KI YAY brings the cinematic chaos of Die Hard to the stage with infectious energy, razor-sharp wit, and a surprising amount of heart. 

The result is a dazzling hour of poetic parody that both honours and hilariously reimagines one of the most beloved action films of all time.

Marsh’s rhyming retelling is playful, inventive, and performed with such verve that even non–Die Hard devotees will be swept up in the fun. Armed with little more than his words, a few clever props, and boundless charisma, he creates a vivid, laugh-out-loud world where skyscrapers crumble, villains scheme, and John McClane’s heroics are celebrated in brilliant comic verse.

Amid the laughter and fast-paced storytelling, Marsh delivers something unexpectedly tender, a personal love letter to a film that shaped his life. It’s that heartfelt undercurrent that elevates the show from sharp parody to something truly memorable.

This isn’t just one for Hans Gruber aficionados. It’s a must-see for anyone who loves clever writing, inventive theatre, and stories told with soul. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to Nakatomi Plaza, YIPPEE KI YAY guarantees happy trails and a standing ovation.

★★★★★

Review: YIPPEE KI YAY — The Parody Celebration of Die Hard

What a riotous, joyous evening this is. Richard Marsh’s YIPPEE KI YAY brings the cinematic chaos of Die Hard to the stage with infectious energy, razor-sharp wit, and a surprising amount of heart. The result is a dazzling hour of poetic parody that both honours and hilariously reimagines one of the most beloved action films of all time.

Marsh’s rhyming retelling is playful, inventive, and performed with such verve that even non–Die Hard devotees will be swept up in the fun. Armed with little more than his words, a few clever props, and boundless charisma, he creates a vivid, laugh-out-loud world where skyscrapers crumble, villains scheme, and John McClane’s heroics are celebrated in brilliant comic verse.

Amid the laughter and fast-paced storytelling, Marsh delivers something unexpectedly tender — a personal love letter to a film that shaped his life. It’s that heartfelt undercurrent that elevates the show from sharp parody to something truly memorable.

This isn’t just one for Hans Gruber aficionados — it’s a must-see for anyone who loves clever writing, inventive theatre, and stories told with soul. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to Nakatomi Plaza, YIPPEE KI YArails and a standing ovation.

★★★★★