in association with Bay Street Theater & Geva Theatre Center
Get set for a monstrously entertaining experience as Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, the musical comedy born from Mel Brooks’ comedic genius and brought to life by the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation The Producers, descends upon The Colonial Theatre. This wickedly inspired reimagining of Brooks’ classic comedy film thrusts Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) into the spotlight as he inherits his family’s eerie estate in Transylvania. Alongside his peculiar sidekick Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”) and the enchanting lab assistant Inga, Frederick ventures into the realm of mad science, striving to resurrect a corpse and rival his infamous grandfather’s experiment.
Bringing the hilarious antics of the screen sensation to life with added theatrical flair, this stage adaptation captures every ounce of the film’s panache. From the clandestine laboratories to the iconic exclamation of “It’s alive!,” the musical electrifies with unforgettable tunes such as “The Transylvania Mania,” “He Vas My Boyfriend” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz.” Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein promises an uproarious evening, catering to both die-hard fans of the original and newcomers, while offering a platform to showcase a diverse array of talents. Join us for an electrifying night of laughter and music!
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Production
music & lyrics by Mel Brooks
book by Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan
original direction & choreography by Susan Stroman
scenic design by Mike Billings
costume design by Barbara Erin Delo
lighting design by Mike Billings
sound design by Joanna Lynne Staub
projection design by Brad Peterson
wig design by Liz Printz
intimacy coordinator Lillian Ransijn
orchestrations by Doug Besterman and Mark Cumberland
based on a concept by Stuart Ross
assistant director Nick Cearley
assistant to the choreographer Shira Holtz
casting by Murnane Casting, Chad Eric Murnane, CSA
production stage manager Whitney Keeter
production assistant stage manager Julia Bregy
rehearsal stage manager Jason Weixelman
rehearsal assistant stage manager Kelsey Emry
music direction and arrangements by Eric Svejcar
direction & choreography by Gerry McIntyre
Previews: Thursday June 27 at 7pm and Friday June 28 at 7pm
Opening & Press Night: Saturday, June 29 at 7pm
Closing: Sunday, July 21 at 2pm
Tickets: Preview $60
Tickets: Premium $125; Adult $60 & $75; Teen (13 and up) $38
Sponsored by:
“YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (WEST END VERSION)”
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
Cast
The Monster
Sean Bell
Ensemble
Nick Cearley
Inspector Hans Kemp, Hermit
Aaron Choi
Ensemble, Inga U/S
Savannah Cooper
Frau Blucher
Veanne Cox
Dr. Fredrick Frankenstein
Matthew Hydzik
Swing
Christina Emily Jackson
Ensemble, Frederick U/S, Kemp & Hermit U/S
Brady Miller
Ensemble, Dance Captain, Elizabeth U/S, Frau Blucher U/S
Linda Neel
Igor
James Romney
Inga
Kyla Stone
Elizabeth Benning
Aléna Watters
Swing
Cullen J. Zeno