Director's Notes

Thoughts on…Frankenstein
THE MODERN PROMETHEUS

Mary Shelley, at age nineteen, penned what has turned out to be one of the most popular novels of all time: the inspiration for hundreds of movies, TV spin-offs, and countless stage adaptations, as well as staying in continuous print in more languages than Shakespeare.   Frankenstein has become synonymous with the horror genre. Even my adaptation received recognition as one of the 10 best new plays in American regional theatre when it premiered in 1998.more > 

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Frankenstein was very thought provoking with a strong emotional punch. Our annual trips to Virginia to experience Barter productions just get better and better. Thanks! See you next year.more > — K.N., a patron via Barter's Web site FRANKENSTEIN is one of those rare works that can be enjoyed on whatever level one wishes - from sheer, nail-biting entertainment to thought-provoking commentary.more > — Jim Quesenberry, Washington County News Saw it Thursday! Awesome. This performance did not let me down...I was Thrilled!!! Nick was beyond words. This is some great acting. Every second was exciting...moving..and thrilling!!! Thanks Barter!!!!more > — R.J.E., a patron via FaceBook Just returned from the performance tonight. Fantastic. It will keep you on the edge of your seat.more > — S.T., a patron via FaceBook Went Saturday night and it was GREAT! The actors, set, costumes- everything was wonderful. One of the best ones we have seen this year! Can't wait to get our season passes for next year and see what will be showing. We love Barter!more > — S.G.K., a patron via FaceBook There's much to like about this play...excellent direction by Rick Rose...and superb casting and special effects.more > — Robert McKinney, Bristol Herald Courier we went to the barter theatre and saw frankenstein which was awesomemore > — V.S., a patron via Twitter A Q&A with Adapter and Director Richard Rose more >

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