Dracula

by Bram Stoker, adapted by Jane Thornton and John Godber

Directed by Allan Stronach

Dracula

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Dracula

The Tower Theatre performing at the Bridewell Theatre.
Review by Nina Romain :

Excellent adaptation of the classic, with some topnotch acting. The stage layout is original, with Victorian furniture such as double beds and tables all on wheels so they can be whipped from one side of the stage to the other. An original touch is what must be one of the few coffins on wheels to grace the stage. There is some good usage of the Bridewell Theatre - it was once a Victorian swimming pool. The actors bring out Jonathan Harker's humour to a usually stolid character, and Mina Harker and Lucy Westenra are well portayed as lively, intelligent women. A very enjoyable play, the only drawback being its short performance time - hopefully it will return at some point.

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Another comment from an audience member :

I saw the same show and although I agree, I am surprised you didn't mention the excellent use of light and sound, which really added some great atmosphere. Lots of fab music and hovering smoke picking up great lighting effects. Great ideas, great theatre.

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