Dracula
Hunger & Thirst Theatre brings the infamous villain of Gothic literature into the 21st century with its new take on Bram Stoker's haunting novel.
Curious about how far humanity has progressed, Count Dracula ventures to contemporary America to expand his territory and conquer the modern-day female. Using their wits, whatever courage they have left, and, of course, their smartphones, a band of friends do their best to take down the Master himself. Along the way, they learn about the monsters lurking in all of us. Snag half-price tickets by donating blood to the New York Blood Center (really!).
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- Gene Frankel Theatre (East Village)
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2 Critics' Reviews
"Camp mingled with straight storytelling...The script and the direction do a good job of keeping us engaged between surprises. Quick pacing, short scenes, and clever, cinematic staging help keep things interesting. We don’t come to care a whole lot about these characters...But sympathetic characters aren’t usually the point of old-fashioned horror stories, and though it’s filled with smartphones and laptops, this ghoulish tale retains a 19th-century ring. To its benefit." Full Review
"Pacing wise, the production is a bit slow. It takes a decent amount of time for the plot to truly kick off and the action to ramp up, although the exposition itself is enjoyable...This ending doesn't show a rather crucial scene and feels somewhat unsatisfying after becoming so deeply engaged in the story...Overall, while the play’s structure itself is somewhat flawed, the great performance work and sultry-scary mood make this piece a good Halloween season date night thrill." Full Review
17 Members' Reviews
See it if If you like "B" movies. Well enough written and acted to be a couple of notches above average.
Don't see it if You're too cool for seasonal offerings
See it if You are a vampire lover with a modern twist.
Don't see it if You can't buy into moderns, suave and charming vampires.
See it if If you want a show to get you in the Halloween spirit!
Don't see it if If you are not a fan of the whole vampire genre!
See it if You are fond of the story and enjoy the use of wirework in staging.
Don't see it if You are bothered by cliche romance and actors who can't maintain an accent.
See it if you enjoyed the book.
Don't see it if you are looking for something more entertaining and fast paced.
See it if you don't mind the same old story
Don't see it if if you do mind.
See it if You are into gothic romance
Don't see it if You prefer the classic tale as is
See it if If you enjoy romance, dark humor and great acting, this is a perfect show for you to see.
Don't see it if If you do not enjoy turn of the century language and have trouble keeping up with dialogue, go see another play.
See it if You enjoy dramatic musical numbers, rich baritone solos, and creepy plot lines.
Don't see it if You don't like Dracula, or overly dramatic anything
See it if You fancy jumping out of your skin! Adored the close interaction with the audience and the suspense.
Don't see it if If your nerves are frail when it comes to suspense and blood!
See it if If you enjoy vampire movies
Don't see it if You aren't into the whole vampire scene.
See it if If you love musicals
Don't see it if You don't like musicals
See it if You like thrillers and the overall story of dracula.
Don't see it if Don't see it if you're scared of vampires lol
See it if You like great costumes and flying
Don't see it if You don't like dark drama
See it if Into edgy, dark, georgeous costumes, very intense dramatic acting, consuming love story.
Don't see it if You are very conservative thinking, close minded, uncomfortable with intense love stories.
See it if You love scary stuff but also like things with a good laugh! If you like a good mixture you'll definitely like the show for sure.
Don't see it if You don't like to get scared because there are places in the play in which characters jump out or just appear.