Frankenstein

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Book 4 or more A­-Reserve tickets in one transaction and unleash a monster offer perfect for your fellow creatures of the night. Offer does not apply to Premium (highest tier) price points.

Playhouse, QPAC


Until 8 June 2025
$89 - $119

A transaction fee of $7.50 applies.

Discounts Available

Four Ticket Offer, Groups, Schools

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2 hours 5 minutes

(including interval, subject to change without notice)

Frankenstein

Alive on stage

The critically-acclaimed, theatrical adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic has electrified sold-out audiences in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Now, the monster returns home to QPAC.

Victor Frankenstein, a grieving but brilliantly ambitious young scientist, pushes the boundaries of theory and morality to create a living being from the remains of the dead. But playing God has its consequences…

Shunned by society and plagued by an inherited sense of confusion and rage, Victor’s miracle of science becomes a monster that threatens to destroy everything his creator holds dear.

Combining cutting edge production elements with the power of virtuosic storytelling, Frankenstein is a night of thrilling theatre of monstrous proportions – bringing Mary Shelley’s classic screaming into the 21st century.


Astonishing.

- Time Out

An electrifying performance that is both haunting and exhilarating.

- Australian Arts Review

A theatrical masterpiece. A thrilling unforgettable experience.

- Melbournise Me

Outstanding.

- The AU Review

Immersive and cinematic, this production has both style and substance in spades.

- The Guardian

Brilliantly illuminated.

- The Australian

A profound reflection of the human condition.

- What She Just Said

Creatives

Nelle Lee

Adaptor

Nick Skubij

Director

Ross Balbuziente

Creative Producer

Josh McIntosh

Designer

Trent Suidgeest

Lighting Designer

Guy Webster

Sound Designer

Craig Wilkinson

Video Designer

Nigel Poulton

Movement & Fight Director

Steven Boyle

Creature Makeup Design

Darcy Brown, Tony Cogin, Nick James, Jodie Le Vesconte, Nelle Lee, and Jeremiah Wray

Cast includes

Adapted by Shake & Stir Theatre Co

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein

Important Information

Warning

This production contains: adult themes, simulated violence, suicide ideation, death and gore, as well as use of stage blood, smoke effects, strobe lighting and loud sound effects / music. It has depictions of murders, a death by hanging/execution, and of a house fire.

Age Recommendation

Recommended for ages 14+.

Accessibility at QPAC

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here .

Presented by QPAC and Shake & Stir Theatre Co