Frankenstein, the Real Story

Cast: 7M, 4F, 1B

Set: Unit set.

Synopsis: This adaptation of the Mary Shelley novel is very different from the typical horror-film approach. Frankenstein is a flawed and passionate human, and his creation is complex and learned, as well as brutal.

Performance history: FRANKENSTEIN, the Real Story ran Oct. 20 - Nov. 12, 1989 at the Emmy Gifford Children's Theater in Omaha. It was produced by the Omaha Theater Company for Young People in July 1992, and produced at Benson High School in the fall of 2004.

Reviews: "(Erwin's) efforts result in a true gothic drama, replete with sinister atmosphere, forbidding background music, and easily recognized characters."

According to another review, "Gail Erwin's adaptation of the novel is a triumph of mood, feeling and dramatic speech."