We meet drag prince Alfie Ordinary.
Adorned in sequins wherever he goes, Alfie Ordinary is the drag prince on a mission to make the world as fabulous as himself. The last year has been a whirlwind of success for the young prince with his new show, “Help! I Think I Might Be Fabulous”, scooping the top prize (International Touring Bursary) at the Brighton Fringe. Next stop is the iconic RVT. But what is Alfie all about? Jason Reid, armed with a notepad of very random questions, tried to find out this week…
Hey Alfie, so you think you might be fabulous?
I don’t think I’m fabulous, I know I’m fabulous. I always felt different from a very young age, then when I was 9 I came out to my mother as 100% full blown fabulous.
What did your mother say?
She said “Oh babe! I already knew, I mean you’re my son, of course you’re fabulous.”
You’re a drag prince; is that like being Prince Harry, but sassy and well dressed?
Well being a drag prince, I’m the son of a drag queen, which gives me royal duties like spreading the message of love and acceptance. It’s very Princess Diana, dear, so yes I’d say there are similarities to Harry.
Which drag queen? Do I know her?
She wishes to remain anonymous.
Fair enough! Alfie, tell me, which three things could you not live without?
Sequins, confetti cannons and love.
Awww. Where does your love of sequins come from?
Well, every young boy grows up being dressed by their mother. I was just lucky enough to have a drag queen as a mother, so my first ever baby grow was made of beaded sequins. I called it my Nighting Gown.
Describe your style in a sentence.
Fabulous, fun and fueled by love.
Who’s your drag idol?
Vanity von Glow
Who’s the most fabulous person in your life?
Cherry Liquour, because she has lovely wigs.
Who would you rather duet with: Martine McCutcheon or Jane McDonald?
You really can’t make me choose, Jason, that’s impossible! I adore them both.
Who’s the better style icon: Kim Jong-un or Theresa May?
Teresa May, for her leopard print kitten heels.
I know you’re a HUGE Eastenders fan; if you were offered a part what would you want your storyline to be?
I’d have to turn the role down and give it to Candy Vanity Heels. She’d be Ian Beale’s next love interest and they will eventually marry and she would become Candy Vanity Beale.
Do you like Ferrero Rocher?
Absolutely. Decadence in a mouthful
If you could only listen to one song rest of your life, what would it be?
Agadoo by Black Lace.
Who would you rather treat a minor injury: TV’s Doctor Who or Aqua’s Doctor Jones?
Aqua’s Dr Jones. Camp!
What’s your Life motto?
Some people are fabulous, get over it.
Dot Cotton or Pat Butcher?
Pat Butcher of course! She’s a style icon. I’ve recently discovered clip-on earrings so expect an inspired look soon.
What’s your favourite Eurovision Song?
The 2007 entry from Ukraine: Verka Serduchka – Dancing Lasha Tumbai. It’s an absolute banger.
What’s the best piece of life advice you’ve been given?
“Don’t be shit”
The world would be a better place without?
Its obsession with masculinity.
Argos or Amazon?
Argos. The pages are laminated to catch the tears of joy.
What’s your favourite item of drag?
My sequin graduation gown and mortar.
Queen Elizabeth or Queen Latifah?
Both!
What’s the key to being a fabulous human?
Scientists have been searching for years for some sort of explanation as to why some people are fabulous and some aren’t. Some people believe you’re born that way, others think it’s more nurture. But what we do know is that all fabulous people are kind, confident, campy and fun.
• Alfie Ordinary – Help! I Think I Might be Fabulous is at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern on Friday 24th March.
