Experience Frankenstein, an extraordinary tale of creation and humanity, retold in a large-scale theatrical event.
Victor Frankenstein, a grieving but brilliantly ambitious young scientist, pushes the boundaries of theory and morality to create a living being from the remains of the dead. But playing God has its consequences…
Shunned by society and plagued by an inherited sense of confusion and rage, Victor’s miracle of science becomes a monster that threatens to destroy everything his creator holds dear.
Combining cutting edge production elements with the power of virtuosic storytelling, Frankenstein is a night of thrilling theatre of monstrous proportions - bringing Mary Shelley’s classic screaming into the 21st century.
Update Thursday 18 July - Producers Shake & Stir Theatre Co and John Frost for Crossroads Live have today confirmed an exciting group of award-winning actors, who will bring their gripping stage adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to life.
Following their critically-acclaimed performances, Darcy Brown (The Play That Goes Wrong) will return as Doctor Victor Frankenstein and Jeremiah Wray (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) as ‘The Creature’. And stepping back on to the mainstage for the first time since originating the role of Eliza in Hamilton is Chloé Zuel, (Hamilton, SIX) joining the company as Elizabeth.
Completing the cast is AFI-award nominated Anna Lise Phillips (The Boys, Animal Kingdom), Tony Cogin (Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap) and Nick James (A Christmas Carol).
Event details:
Dates: Friday 23rd August to Sunday 1st September 2024.
Location: Princess Theatre, Melbourne
Age: Recommended for 14 years and above. This production contains: horror themes, death and gore, as well as use of stage blood, smoke effects, strobe lighting and loud sound effects / music.
Duration: 2 hours and 5 minutes including 20 minute interval. Please note times are approx. and subject to change at any time.
Note: The Producers of Frankenstein cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and leave arrangements.
Note: Tickets are now on sale for performances from 28 September to 13 October.
What to expect: Frankenstein is Mary Shelley’s iconic horror masterpiece, retold in a play. It is not a musical or an immersive experience – it is a straight theatrical retelling, supported by remarkable and innovative stage design.
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