The Horror Classic

Mary Shelley's genre-defining horror hit receives a fresh take by David Catlin for the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company. Running this Halloween season don't miss a stellar production of a tale newly told!

What is the story of Frankenstein?

Published by Shelley in 1818, the novel follows Doctor Frankenstein, who after the loss of his mother is determined to make death a thing of the past by creating an immortal, 'perfect being'. Once the creation is brought to life, however, Doctor Frankenstein realizes too late the terrible mistake he's made, as the monster escapes and plots revenge on the one who brought him into this world.