One-man musical comedy version of Frankenstein coming to Settle
Lamphouse Theatre will perform their show, Frankenstein (On a Budget), at Victoria Hall on June 18.
The show, which parodies the original Boris Karloff films and the Rocky Horror Show while also paying homage to Mary Shelley's original story, features just one actor playing all the characters.
It also features, in the words of a spokesperson, "a full soundtrack of brand new music, some decidedly dodgy backdrops, lots of weather-based puns, plenty of cardboard props, and more hats than you can throw a stick at."
The show is recommended for people aged 14 and over.
Producer Becky Owen-Fisher said: "Frankenstein (On a Budget) is the perfect follow-up On a Budget show, created by the same team that made War of the Worlds (On a Budget) in 2022.
"We're back with a bang!
"Expect electrifyingly bad effects, cardboard chaos, and a terrifyingly tenuous link to the Hammer horror films of the 30s."
The show features Tom Fox in his role as Dr Frankenstein, the Monster, and every other character, with music by Rebecca Applin, direction by Mercè Ribot, and musical direction by Sam Sommerfeld.
Frankenstein (On a Budget) received several five-star reviews from its Edinburgh Fringe run and a thumbs-up from comedian Dara Ó Briain, who called it "a small gem."
Tickets for the show at Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle, BD24 9DZ, are priced at £15.
The performance will start at 7.30pm.
For more information, please visit https://www.settlevictoriahall.org.uk/eventsandshows/frankenstein-180625
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