What is billed as a new spin on the story of Frankenstein takes to the stage at Canadore this week.
The fourth season of Theatre Canadore features a play written by Canadian actor, writer, director, and graduate of the local college, Josh Bainbridge.
“I came out of Canadore with a hunger in my belly and a desire to make my own work,” said Bainbridge. “To now be in a position to inspire and instill the same hunger in the students is one of the most exciting and rewarding professional opportunities I’ve ever been afforded.”
Bainbridge says his version of Frankenstein explores the classic novel through the eyes of its young writer.
“Mary Shelley has been a challenging role that has made me grow as an actor,” says student actor Jacqueline Blaikie, who portrays the young author. “Playing someone who is a real person comes with a lot of research and connecting the dots. I love the investigating aspect of acting, so it’s been a real treat to learn everything I can.”
Frankenstein’s three-night run begins Thursday, April 18 at 7:30 pm on the David Fox Stage in the Canadore College Theatre (G-107).
The price of admission is a donation to The Gathering Place.
To reserve seats in advance, email [email protected].
Formerly known as Rep 21, the acting company name officially changed to Theatre Canadore in 2021 when the scope of the program evolved to combine film-acting techniques.
