Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance’s MEL BROOKS’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN: West in Version

Young Frankenstein: West End Version will run from Oct. 23 - Nov. 1, 2026

By: Jerri Shafer Oct. 21, 2026

From the creators of The Producers comes the monstrously funny Young Frankenstein: West End Version! Based on the classic comedy by Mel Brooks, this hilarious musical follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein as he reluctantly returns to his family's castle in Transylvania—only to discover that maybe his grandfather's experiments weren't so crazy after all.

Packed with unforgettable songs, outrageous comedy, larger-than-life characters, and plenty of laughs, the West End version of this Broadway favorite is a frightfully good time for audiences who enjoy clever humor and classic monster mayhem.

Performances are Oct. 23, 24, 30 & 31, at 7:00pm, Oct. 25 & Nov. 1, at 2:00pm, at Lancaster Parks & Rec.,632 W. Fifth Ave. Lancaster, OH 43130, Purchase tickets: https://riseuparts.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events

Check out the first look below!

Photo Credit: Jerri Shafer

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