Frankenstein

by Nick Dear, from the novel by Mary Shelley
directed by Ian Frank
October 11 – November 17, 2018

Mary Shelley’s revolutionary horror classic is shocked to life in Nick Dear’s adaptation. Retold from the abandoned creature’s point of view, this taut, muscular version raises urgent questions about scientific responsibility, parental neglect, and the nature of good and evil.

**This production of Frankenstein is intended for mature audiences. Content advisory includes: nudity, sexual situations, violence towards women and children, gun shot, haze, and strobe.

REVIEWS

“Sonically stunning.” – Chicago Sun-Times

“Undeniably bold.” – Chicago Tribune

“Frankenstein’s trick is our treat.” – Stage and Cinema

“A must-see production.” – Chicago Theatre Review

“Riveting.” – Chicagoland Theater Reviews

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Production

Director – Ian Frank
Stage Manager – Dana M. Nestrick
Assistant Director – Erika Haaland
Dramaturg – Peter A. Davis
Scenic Designer/Technical Director- Joe Schermoly
Costume Designer- Kristy Leigh Hall
Assistant Costume Designer- Virginia Varland
Lighting Designer- Mike Durst
Original Music and Sound Design – Christopher Kriz
Properties Designer – Amanda Herrmann

Cast

Claire Alpern – Gretel/Clarice
Greg Matthew Anderson – Victor/Creature
Zachary Scott Fewkes – William – Cast 1
Jyreika Guest – Agatha
Steve Lords – Klaus/Ewan
Ben Miller – William – Cast 2
Frank Nall – Delacey/M. Frankenstein
Jose Nateras – Client/Felix/Constable
Nick Sandys – Creature/Victor
Eliza Stoughton – Elizabeth
Michael Turrentine – Gustav/Rab

 

Administrative Office

3759 N. Ravenswood Avenue
Suite 124
Chicago, IL 60613
773.244.8119

Performance Venue

Theater Wit
1229 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Box Office: 773.975.8150

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