Frankenstein: A Haunting Retelling

This smart and well-crafted adaptation remains very true to Mary Shelley’s classic novel. Captain Walton is on an Arctic expedition when he finds and rescues Victor Frankenstein from the harsh terrain.

Frankenstein had been pursuing the Creature he created and brought to life. Having told the captain his travels before dying, it is now up to Walton to narrate the tale of the monster’s creation and the resulting mayhem as the story comes alive onstage. This thrilling stage adaptation by award-winning playwright Mark Scharf retains all the dread, anguish, and heart of the original.

The tale the captain retells is astonishing. The Creature sets out on his own to seek his education and identity, but remains full of anger at Frankenstein for creating him. Frankenstein, filled with remorse, seeks peace and solitude while trying to keep his bride-to-be, Elizabeth and other loved ones safe. When the Creature confronts Frankenstein about creating a female companion for him, the doctor refuses. The Creature vows the most hurtful revenge: he will find and kill Elizabeth.