English theatre

TNT Theatre Britain presents:

Frankenstein

by Mary Shelley 

adapted by Paul Stebbings and Phil Smith 

directed by Paul Stebbings

Almost two weeks ago a group of pupils was in the Studio Buffo on art ‘’Frankenstein’’. It was performance in English so for us – students - it was pretty good lesson.

,,FRANKENSTEIN is one of the most potent modern myths. Too many stage versions and even films ignore that this story is not a novel but a myth that has grown out of Mary Shelley’s original; so this production combines Boris Karloff’s immense impact with that of the original story to create a fascinating and entertaining new work. It will explore that myth through a Gothic comedy that mixes popular entertainment with a serious exploration of the darker themes within the myth. ‘’

The spectacle was extremely hilarious and very good prepared. Only four artists was playing - you should know there were more roles to play, but it was not (surely) a problem. They were awesome ! Especially I do like doctor Frankenstein. He was really funny and he put in all his heart to this role .

In Studio Buffo there is no microphones – that means actors and actress have to say loudly and distinctly.  I was impressed cause even if performers was saying quietly, we heard all of words and sentences. Another way, when someone did not understand some phrases because of different reasons. For example, I have not understood not of all first words which had been saying by ‘’mad scientist’’ , who have not spoken distinctly.

It is amusing situation when you are watching English film or theatre. Why ? For the reason that with first words you do not focus on meaning of words, because you are waiting for translation. You just have to ‘’turn on English thinking’’.

It is quite curious and worthy initiative to go on English spectacle . You can check your knowledge and hear ‘’live’’ language.  It is also another side of theatre, which is waiting for discover… 

The cast :

Mag Travers 
as doctor Frankenstein's wife

Kieran Mortell 
as doctor Frankenstein

Gareth Fordred 
as Frankenstein's monster

George McLean 
as doctor's helper