If you were hoping to cuddle up with a selection box and binge watch all of the Meghan and Harry-inspired movies this Christmas, (followed by William and Kate's, of course) you’re in for a treat: there’s going to be brand-new Meghan Markle-themed content to enjoy during the festive period, and it’s not just your run of the mill non-singing-or-dancing Lifetime movie, oh no, it’s a bloody musical.
The BBC have announced that for this years’ Radio 4 15 Minute Musical, Meghan Markle is the hot topic, and the cast of Pippa Evans, Dave Lamb and Richie Webb will enact a musical based on her life. Titled ‘The Sixth In Line to be King and I’, the comedy broadcast is a play on the classic musical The King and I.
According to the BBC, the radio actors will ‘look ahead to what promises to be an exciting 2019 for the happy royal couple as they expect their first child in the spring’, describing the musical as an ‘inspired celebration of Meghan Markle’s life to date’.
So, we can expect to learn everything about Meghan's life going from Hollywood royalty to actual royalty, all in 15-minutes? Laughing the entire time (hopefully) and giving us songs to bash out over some Christmas karaoke? Sounds like an ideal day off work, to be honest.
Making a mockery (literally) of those in the spotlight is the shows usual raison d'etre as every year, the Radio 4 show makes a sassy comedy of either a topical event in culture of politics, or a topical person. Previous episodes have included ‘Cabarexit’ where they made a musical out of the EU referendum, plus ‘The Legend of Holy Superior Mother Theresa May and the Magic Money Tree’ and ‘Jeremy Corbyn Superstar!’
Click through to see Meghan Markle's guide to the perfect Christmas before she became a Duchess...
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1 of 7Trim with a twist
Meghan says: Traditionally garland or magnolia branches are used to adorn a stairwell banister or mantle. Take this concept and trim the outline of a mirror or beautiful piece of artwork that is centrally located in your entry hallway or living room.
2 of 7Simple 'scapes
Meghan says: When creating a table-scape, keep it simple and crisp with an all white tablecloth, runner and napkins. Accent with gilded plates and napkin rings and use a stylish set of cutlery. All white flowers placed in the low vases are the perfect centerpiece.
3 of 7Fake fancy
Meghan says: Purchase silver serving trays, platters, nut bowls from flea markets or Etsy to add formality to hors d'ouevres passing.
4 of 7Repurpose bar essentials for the tabletop
Meghan says: Use mint julep cups or Moscow mule mugs as low vases instead of drinking mugs. Fill with savory herbs or all white florals.
5 of 7Serve a festive cocktail
Meghan's recipe: Almond Milk Spiced Holiday Cocktail_4 cups unsweetened almond milk (you can make your own by blending raw almonds with milk and straining it)_1 tsp of cinnamon + 1 tsp cardamom + 1tsp of powdered ginger_1/2 tsp of clove_6-8 dried dates soaked in water_your favorite bourbon_cinnamon sticks for garnishBlend all ingredients (except the alcohol) in a powerful blender and then move to a small saucepan. Heat at a low temperature until heated and then add 4 -6oz into the pot depending on your friends' palates. Pour each drink and garnish with a cinnamon stick. If you prefer this drink cold, then omit the heating and shake it hard in a cocktail shaker and serve in champagne glasses with a cinnamon/sugar rim on the glass. Super pretty and equally delicious!
6 of 7Friends buffet
Meghan says: Holidays with your friends allows you to break the family traditions and avoid Aunt Julie's fruit cake! Have each of your friends bring a dish or cook together in the kitchen. If you do not have a proper set-up, use your dining room table or kitchen counter as a buffet.
7 of 7Put a twist on Christmas dinner side dishes
Meghan says: If you're like me, you end up buying way too much of everything for holiday meals. So whether you have leftover sweet potatoes or simply want to revamp the classic holiday side, these maple glazed potato wedges are crave-worthy. With the slight kick from cayenne and the brightness of the added lemon, they will be a crowd favorite._two medium sweet potatoes_2 tbsp of olive oil_juice of half a lemon_1 tbsp of maple syrup_1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper_himalayan sea salt*handful of pepitasSlice the potatoes into wedges a coat with the mixture of oil, lemon juice and maple. Toss and then coat with the sprinkle of cayenne and salt to your liking. Lay onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for a half hour at 425 farenheit for 30 minutes. At the 15 minute mark, toss the potatoes and add the handful of pepitas for crunch and texture. They will be beautiful, browned and crisp and read to devour.
In fact, the second show of this years line-up is called 'Eurostars', which includes a performance based on the Eurovision Song Contest from ‘our non-Brexit-obsessed counterparts on the continent as they look back on their action-packed 2018’, according to The Telegraph
Of course, everyone is much more sceptical about what the Meghan Markle-inspired comedy will include, especially considering Kensington Palace wasn’t consulted on the contents of the show. Will it make a mockery of our beloved Royal or is it something the Queen can happily chuckle along with? With Pippa playing Meghan, the musical is set to air on New Years Day, so it could be the best or worst start to the New Year for all of us, Royal Family included.
We can't imagine Meghan is too concerned herself though, she's probably too busy focusing on the Royal baby that she's having in just a few months, all the while baking festive cakes and roasting chicken...