Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein gets The Royal Ballet treatment this May as the gothic classic is turned into a full-length story ballet by Artist-in-Residence Liam Scarlett. The production will be screened live to Ventnor Arts Club on Wednesday 18th May at 19:15.
This period adaptation returns to the original themes of Shelley’s gothic novel. Steering away from the horror stereotypes associated with the title, Scarlett penetrates to the heart and soul of the drama and presents a tale ultimately about love. Fuelled by grief at the death of his mother, Victor Frankenstein does the impossible and brings life to non-living matter. Terrified by what he has created, Victor abandons the Creature, dooming it to a life of loneliness – a decision that costs Victor his fiancée, Elizabeth, and ultimately his own life.
Starring Principal dancers Laura Morera, Federico Bonelli and Steven McRae, the narrative explores our craving for companionship, understanding and the possibilities and responsibilities of scientific discovery.
This world premiere production includes a dramatic new score by Lowell Liebermann and grand gothic sets by Scarlett’s regular designer John Macfarlane.
Tickets are available now at www.ventnorartsclub.com or by phone on 01983 857060. For further information email [email protected].
