Frankenstein (2011 play)

For other uses, see Frankenstein in popular culture and Frankenstein (disambiguation).

Frankenstein
Written byNick Dear (adaptation)
Mary Shelley (novel)
Date premieredRoyal National Theatre
Place premieredLondon, England
Original languageEnglish
GenreDrama

Frankenstein is a stage adaptation by Nick Dear of Mary Shelley's 1818 novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus.

Its world premiere was at the Royal National Theatre on 5 February 2011, where it officially opened on 22 February. This production was directed by Danny Boyle[1] with a cast including Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller, with the two lead actors alternating the roles of Victor Frankenstein and the Creature. Frankenstein ended its run on 2 May 2011.[2]

  1. ^ Shenton, Mark. "Director Danny Boyle Returns with Frankenstein, Opening at London's National Theatre" playbill.com, 22 February 2011.
  2. ^ Frankenstein[permanent dead link]. National Theatre listings.