The electrifying moment when the beat drops and the monsters come to life!
Don’t miss this thrilling adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Gothic horror masterpiece, fusing ensemble storytelling, live music, rap with stunning theatricality.
The Horse Box Theatre Company’s bold new gig-theatre production of Frankenstein promises a fresh, exciting take on what is widely considered to be a landmark work of romantic, gothic and science fiction literature.
Plumb: A collision of live music with a big theatrical experience
Joe Plumb, the show’s creator, said,
“This is a piece of ‘gig theatre’, a collision of live music with a big theatrical experience.
“It’s loud, dark, mad, messy, bold and innovative. Bring your mates, grab a pint and get a load of this!”
Julie Jones’ score sets the pulsing beat of this production with a fusion of hip hop, rap and lyrical song. The show focuses on the moments before Frankenstein pulls the switch and brings the creature to life.
Pre-show immersive experience
Working with our friends at Shademakers, the building at Department will be transformed into a pre-show immersive experience that sees audiences be taken on a journey inside Frankenstein’s experiments.
Doors open at 7.30pm and the show starts at 8pm. Seats are provided for those who need it, but audience members are encouraged to stand.
The cast
The cast includes Emma Wilkinson as Frankenstein (who recently performed as Dodger in Oliver! at the Apollo Theatre) and Katy Rawlinson (who performed in the Long Road with RedTIE) as Elizabeth.
Text and lyrics written by Joe Plumb with music by Julie Jones.
Where and when
Frankenstein takes place on 1st to 4th November 2022 at 8pm at Department (formerly Elizabeth Packs) Cross Street, Ryde.
Tickets are available from Horse Box Theatre Website.
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Image: Emma Wilkinson as Frankenstein
