Mary Shelley News

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

 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 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.

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.

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.

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!

& 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. 

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

Chicago's historic Fine Arts Building and Studebaker Theater has announced their Halloween co-production of Manual Cinema's acclaimed Frankenstein has added an additional performance due to popular demand on Saturday, October 26.