Frankenstein the Musical

See it if you must see everything. Frankenstein is usually one of my favorites. Not this show.

Don't see it if you expect a great show. I was grossly disappointed. Love Frankenstein but not this show.

See it if You are a family member of the college-age cast.

Don't see it if Poorly acted, poorly sung. These college graduates tried their best, but they shouldn't be charging for this poor quality production.

See it if Your Dentist canceled your root canal appointment

Don't see it if You want good off bway entertainment

See it if You enjoy the story and musicals generally.

Don't see it if You don't like overly ambitious musicals.

Also This production was a very mixed bag. The acting was generally quite good (particularly the three male leads), but I don't believe any of the actors have dance training, so the dance numbers didn't come off very well. Generally, it seemed to have good intentions but the production was overly ambitious and they didn't quite pull it off.... Read more Read less

See it if You're a fan of the source material.

Don't see it if You want as deep an exploration of man's scientific obsession.

See it if you know and can follow the original story, be impressed by the costumes

Don't see it if want to see a production that is more polished

See it if Dr. Frankenstein's monster's evolution and devolution interest you

Don't see it if You expect a fully involving story

See it if You like a production that equivalent to a high school musical. You got a comp ticket or really really cheap.

Don't see it if You paid full price. You are looking for a show that is entertaning and fun

Also I don't know why, but this show reminds of a Drama Teacher who wrote his own show. This is the only way he can star in an off broadway musical. To also save money he has his students act in it for free. Also why is everyone so short? Dr Frankenstein over towers all the costars except for the Monster.... Read more Read less

See it if enjoy interesting orchestrations on Percussion & Cello. The monster, Jonathan Bethea's performance is a standout.

Don't see it if heavy handed choreography bothers you. I had heard Benedict Cumberbatch did "Frankenstein" in London. This isn't the version!

Also The score was extremely repetitive and only 9 songs. Playbill.com had pictures of Benedict Cumberbatch with the listing and it was extremely misleading. Young cast. Very earnest. The show needs work.... Read more Read less

See it if you would enjoy a musical adaptation of the novel Frankenstein that is faithful to the book

Don't see it if you have no interest in the book

Also excellent staging, lighting and sound effects and authentic costumes

See it if You want to see the story done in a new refreshing way. If you can leave preconceived ideas home. If you want to see a good story

Don't see it if You are a theatre snob, have preconceived ideas. If you think you've seen it all or are not a fan of musicals.

Also You just don't think of "musical" and Frankenstein in the same sentence. So when you go see it you may have a preconceived notion of how it's going to be. But then, the show starts and you realize.....it works. Not fluffy or campy or even funny, but a serious telling of a classic story. There are only 3 musicians but they are good. The cast also does a great job in this production. Seriously, with the proper backing and people behind it I could see this production on Broadway ( bigger cast, bigger budget). As with the story, you'll be asking yourself who is the true monster.
See it, but leave your preconceived notions, ideas, expectations home.... Read more Read less

See it if you are interested in seeing a new musical based on the novel Frankenstein.

Don't see it if you believe theater should be shown rather than told--there was too much narration and not enough action. The music was often monotonous.

See it if You want to be entertained. See beautiful costumes, good writing and singing. You want to hear an interesting take on Frankenstein.

Don't see it if You do not have an open mind. Don't like singing. You don't want to be entertained

See it if You like supporting young actors who are trying hard. The music wasn't bad.

Don't see it if You can rent any version of this and stay home.