FRANKENSTEIN

BY VINCENT S. HANNAM
FROM THE NOVEL BY MARY SHELLEY

Victor Frankenstein’s blind ambition to solve the mysteries of life and death collide with The Monster’s desire for love and understanding. Caught between these destructive forces is the strong-willed, yet doomed, Elizabeth.

4-10 actors; flexible casting; full length
Classic, Horror, Science Fiction, Drama, Period

SELECT REVIEWS

New York City Premiere

“This thrilling New York City premiere of Mr. Hannam’s philosophical, occasionally mirthful text is presented by the Queens-based City Gate Productions… taut and faithful stage adaptation… This rousing incarnation of Frankenstein abounds in excitement, fright and contemplativeness.” – Theatre Scene

“These 90 minutes of madness will profoundly soothe your soul. You’ll leave wanting to dive into Mary Shelley’s novel, looking for answers to those questions we have been pondering for centuries.” – Theatre Beyond Broadway

Chicago Premiere

“A fast-paced and gripping retelling of a classic tale that hooks you from the start. The casting flexibility is an excellent way to work the production to fit your vision and budget. Highly recommend theatres looking this script over and bringing it to life on their stage.” – Oil Lamp Theater

full list of reviews here

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CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

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VICTOR FRANKENSTEIN:	A student of science filled with ambition and vengeance. 20s-30s. Male. Any race/ethnicity.
THE MONSTER:	Born from Frankenstein’s experiments. 20s+. Any gender. Any race/ethnicity.
ELIZABETH:	A woman with her own ambitions and love for family. Proud, tenacious, humorous. 20s-30s. Female. Any race/ethnicity.
CAPTAIN WALTON:	The captain of the ship. Female. Any race/ethnicity.
DELACEY:	A blind old man who lives secluded in the forest. Kind, frustrated, lonely. Older. Male. Any race/ethnicity.
FATHER:	Frankenstein’s father. A scientist who did what he could. Older adult. Male. Any race/ethnicity.
EMILY:	The daughter of DeLacey. She loves her father and perhaps the Monster. Younger adult. Female. Any race/ethnicity.
INSPECTOR KROGH:	A police inspector in love with Emily and scorned by her father. 20+. Male. Any race/ethnicity.
RIVERA:	The first mate. Younger adult. Any gender. Any race/ethnicity.
SAILORS:	Voices of the crew on board.