[2024-11-02]

What Monica Cross has achieved in this lyrical retelling of Frankenstein is nothing short of magical. The staging, sound and lighting are a designer's dream, but the dialogue between the Creator and the Creation sets this apart from any adaptation of Mary Shelley's novel that you've ever seen. The verse crackles and the ideas — about God, love, duty and so much more — propel these two to their inevitable conclusion. I loved this play and audiences will too. Bravo!

Cross is a tremendous adapter, leaving me gobsmacked how she outdoes herself with every new subject. Her riff on Shelley's iconic tale is a tight, briskly paced tour de force for two actors. These are infectious takes on classic characters, with so much nuance and (if you'll pardon the wink) meat to dive into. Full of beautiful language and exchanges, comfortable in the silences, and heart-wrenchingly evocative in all the right places, this is a brilliant one-act for a small team.

10/16/24 Monica Cross has applied her fantastic skill to this timeless story of reckless hubris and delicate humanity. Her mastery of language is undeniable as she exposes the raw nerves of both creators and creation. This is a stellar play that captivates, moves, and illuminates.