Frankenstein
by David Elendune
Sept 25 – Oct 13
Come help us celebrate the 200th anniversary of this horror classic! Fresh from their recent Victoria Fringe box office smashes: Ian Case (War Of 1812) directs David Elendune’s (Sherlock Holmes & The Curse of Moriarty) adaptation of Mary Shelly’s Frankenstein, winner of the 2017 Classical Theatre Company’s Playwrighting Competition. Staying true to the essence of the original classic by Mary Shelley, David explores the humanity of the characters, and how this is tested through the moral dilemmas they face during the course of the action. This tale presents a once “unthinkable” concept that many could argue is becoming less of an “if” than a “when.” What defines life? What is the value of life? Does anyone have the moral authority over the creation or destruction of what constitutes existence? These are heady questions, but they can also be the stuff of nightmares, and as a prelude to the Halloween season Frankenstein delivers!
“full of surprises—moments of laughter punctuate the tragedy. The language is precise and carries a beautiful formality while conveying the deep feelings the characters carry for one another… intelligent, expertly crafted rendition of Frankenstein.” Janis Lacouvee
“4½ Stars out of 5… the soundscape and the lighting perfectly sets the tone. An etheric thrall was felt when ghostly moments were created… Afterward, with the moon still looking full, the temptation was there—I wanted to go over to Frankenstein’s place and have a marathon of other works to dance the night away.” OTAKU
“Ian Case is the perfect choice for director.” –CBC
Directed by Ian Case
Starring (alphabetically): Tenyjah McKenna, Michelle Mitchell, Brian Quakenbush, Evan Roberts, Ursula Szkolak, Ken Yvorchuk.
Set Design – Hannah Case
Costume, Lighting, & Sound Design – Ian Case
Preview: Sept 25 @ 8pm
8 pm: Sept 26, 27, 29, Oct 2, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13
2 pm: Sept 29, Oct 6, 13
Reservations and Ticket Sales
Through TICKET ROCKET: ticketrocket.co or 250-590-6291 (a $2.50 surcharge will be added).
Directly through THEATRE INCONNU: Phone (250) 360-0234 or by Email.
Complimentary tickets, special needs seating, and subscribers: need to reserve directly through Theatre Inconnu.
Ticket Prices:
14 regular, $10 seniors (60+) /students/unwaged
Sept 25 – Preview is $7
Tuesday Oct 2 is Pay-What-You-Wish admission
The show is about 110 minutes long, including one intermission.
Theatre Inconnu is located at 1923 Fernwood Road (across the street from the Belfry Theatre). For parking we suggest the side streets west of Fernwood Road as these do not have parking restriction signs.
We are wheelchair accessible
Ursula Szkolak & Evan Roberts