Mary Shelley

ROMEO AND JULIET and More Set for Theatre Lunatico's 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

Theatre Lunatico's 2025 Season will include two mainstage productions at their basement venue, La Val’s Subterranean Theater. See the full lineup and learn more!

Review: FRANKENSTEIN at Gamut Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Mar 17, 2025

This production of Frankenstein is unlike any this reviewer has seen before. It is philosophical, challenging, haunting, unsettling, and as relevant today as it was in 1818.

Review: THE PEOPLE VS. FRANKENSTEIN at Attleboro Community Theatre
by Jay Pateakos - Mar 4, 2025

As a huge fan of Mary's Shelley's 1818 'Frankenstein' book, this world premiere production of 'The People vs. Frankenstein' based on the book written by by Nicola Cuti and Kevin M. Glover(Glover was at the performance!) peaked my interest.

Previews: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Davis Musical Theatre Company
by Courtney Symes - Feb 28, 2025

Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC), a beloved institution in the city, continues their season with a hilarious favorite, Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein. After the success of The Producers, Brooks decided to adapt another of his films to the stage. Young Frankenstein, which premiered on Broadway in 2007, continues the monstrous saga of Mary Shelley’s famous tale after Victor Frankenstein dies and leaves his estate to his grandson, Frederick. Frederick must leave his home and fiancée to go to Transylvania, where he meets a loyal hunchback, Igor, and buxom lab assistant, Inga. Igor convinces Frederick to pick up where his grandfather left off, and what ensues is madcap hilarity as the Monster is unleashed.

FRANKENSTEIN Comes to the Gamut Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025

Gamut Theatre will present its spring showcase production, Frankenstein by Nick Dear based on the novel by Mary Shelley. Learn more about the show here!

FRANKENSTEIN By Nick Dear to Premiere at Gamut Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2025

Gamut Theatre will present its spring showcase production, Frankenstein by Nick Dear from the novel by Mary Shelley. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

EUGENE ONEGIN To Have World Premiere Production From San Francisco Ballet And The Joffrey Ballet
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2025

San Francisco Ballet and The Joffrey Ballet have announced the world premiere commission of Yuri Possokhov's Eugene Onegin, based on Alexander Pushkin's classic novel and marking the first full-length co-production between the two renowned companies.

Shake & Stir Theatre Co's FRANKENSTEIN Returns To Queensland Performing Arts Centre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025

Following acclaimed seasons in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney, Shake & Stir Theatre Co is bringing its electrifying stage adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein back to the Playhouse at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC). Frankenstein will play for a strictly limited season from 24 May to 8 June, 2025.

Mary Shelley's FRANKENSTEIN Comes to QPAC in May
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

Following seasons in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney, Shake & Stir Theatre Co is bringing its stage adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein back to the Playhouse at Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

ROMEO & JULIET, FRANKENSTEIN and More Set For The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025

 The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its 2025 season line-up. From high comedy of manners to gripping gothic horror, from epic romance to hysterical silliness, the season includes something for everyone.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team Of FRANKENSTEIN!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025

Skylight Music Theatre has announced the cast of its upcoming production, Frankenstein: The Musical, based on the classic novel by Mary Shelley. Leading the cast is Milwaukee native, Seth K. Hale, who will be taking on the role of Dr. Victor Frankenstein.

Singer Billy Nomates Will Release Soundtrack For The New Play MARY AND THE HYENAS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

A new play featuring music by the acclaimed singer/songwriter Billy Nomates is set to have its debut next month in Hull ahead of a transfer to London in March. The soundtrack has been released now.

SHELLEY AND LOVELACE NEVER MET to Play Theater for the New City Beginning in January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

Theater for the New City will present a new show in conjunction with Ottawa playwrights Becky McKercher and Sarah Thuswaldner: 'Shelley and Lovelace Never Met,' the conversation that never happened.

THE FORD'S THEATRE LEGACY COMMISSIONS: A FIRST LOOK to Take Place in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024

Ford's Theatre will present The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look, designed to serve as an artistic incubator for stories about unsung heroes responsible for changing the course of civil rights and equality in American life. Learn more!

JC Chasez Will Host Sing-Along Performance of & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

& Juliet will host a special sing-along performance on Thursday, November 21 at 7 pm, hosted by  Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter-producer and *NSYNC star JC Chasez. 

Review: NICK DEAR'S FRANKENSTEIN at Coasters Musical Theatre
by Neil Brewer - Nov 7, 2024

The play is notable for it's unique perspective, telling the story from the creatures point of view rather than Victor Frankenstein's. The shift allows the audience to experience the Creatures journey and struggles firsthand. The plot follows the Creature as he navigates a hostile world, seeking acceptance and understanding, only to be met with cruelty and rejection.

MARY AND THE HYENAS Premiere to be Presented by Pilot Theatre And Hull Truck Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024

Pilot Theatre and Hull Truck Theatre will present the premiere of MARY AND THE HYENAS by Maureen Lennon, featuring music by Billy Nomates, set to debut at Hull Truck Theatre and Wilton's Music Hall in early 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Listen: JC Chasez and Jimmy Harry Release PLAYING WITH FIRE Concept Album
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2024

JC Chasez and Jimmy Harry release their groundbreaking new musical theater concept album, Playing With Fire. Inspired by Mary Shelley’s timeless novel Frankenstein, Playing with Fire marks Chasez’s first major musical theater recording project. Listen to it now!

Interview: JC Chasez & Jimmy Harry on FRANKENSTEIN-Inspired Concept Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter JC Chasez and Golden Globe-winning songwriter and producer Jimmy Harry, whose new musical theater concept album, Playing With Fire, is out now! Read the interview here.

MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN Announced At Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024

The Merrimack Repertory Theatre will bring Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein by David Catlin to life.