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‘Young Frankenstein’
The Bradley Playhouse will present The Mel Brooks Musical, Young Frankenstein, which opens April 22. Brenna Griswold as Inga and Aidan Horrigan as Dr. Frederick Frankenstein. Photo by Mike Scott.
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PUTNAM — The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present “The Mel Brooks Musical, Young Frankenstein” which opens April 22.
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. April 22, 23, 29, 30, May 6 and 7 and at 2 p.m. April 24, May 1 and 7. Note there are two performances on May 7, 2 p.m. and 7:30 pm. There is no performance May 8 which is Mother’s Day. Tickets are $26 for adults and $23 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. Young Frankenstein is recommended for mature audiences. All seats are reserved. Reservations may be made with a major credit card online at www.thebradleyplayhouse.org or by calling 860-928-7887. Tickets may be purchased at the theater box office, either before the performance, or at the door if available. Purchasing your tickets ahead of time is always a good idea.
The TNECT performance of Young Frankenstein is directed by John K. McElroy II. E. Justin Simone is the music director, Lari Bailey and Brenna Griswold are the choreographers. Aidan Horrigan appears as Dr. Frederick Frankenstein and Alison Wiza is Elizabeth Benning, his fiancée. The Monster is played by Marc Cerrone, Brenna Griswold is Inga, Dean Hernandez plays Igor and LaDelle Arnold appears as Frau Blucher. They are supported by a singing and dancing ensemble of villagers and other memorable characters.
Victor von Frankenstein has died and left everything to his grandson, Frederick, who wants nothing to do with the family’s notorious legacy. To settle his inheritance, he travels to Transylvania where he meets the grandson of Victor’s loyal henchman Igor, beautiful lab assistant Inga, and the mysterious Frau Blucher. Songs include “The Transylvania Mania”, “He Vas My Boyfriend” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz.” Will Frederick repeat the mistakes of his grandfather, or will he succeed where others have not?
Wearing a mask is optional if you are vaccinated. For the safety of patrons, cast, crew, and volunteers, we do request that a mask be worn by those who are not vaccinated.
The musical version of Young Frankenstein opened on Broadway in 2007, with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan. Music and lyrics are by Mel Brooks. The play is based on the 1974 film written by Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder. Young Frankenstein is a hilarious take on the classic horror story, combining zany antics and a witty script, leading to an unforgettable, hilarious adventure in Transylvania.
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