Frankenstein: A Radio Drama
The George Mason School of Theater presents *Frankenstein: A Radio Drama*, a staged radio-theater adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic novel, performed with live voice acting and sound effects. The production brings the story to life in the style of an old-time radio broadcast, with the audience hearing the tale unfold in real time. Adapted by Isabel Smith-Bernstein and co-directed by Nick Horner and Lena Salins, the show runs for a preview and three public performances on the Fairfax Campus, with an ASL-interpreted and audio-described performance on opening night.
The performances take place in the TheaterSpace at the deLaski Performing Arts Building, a venue listed under the George Mason University Center for the Arts calendar. Opening night includes a post-show talkback, and the production offers both accessibility services and discounted ticket options. A digital program is available the week of the event, and a limited number of free student tickets are offered on a first-come basis.
When: Friday, November 20, 2026, and Saturday, November 21, 2026.
Showtimes: Friday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, November 21 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. A preview performance takes place Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Venue: TheaterSpace, deLaski Performing Arts Building, A105, Fairfax Campus, George Mason University (listed under the Center for the Arts event calendar).
Tickets: $20 for adults; $10 for students, staff, seniors, and groups. The preview is $10. A limited quantity of free student tickets is available starting two Tuesdays prior to the event.
Accessibility: The November 20 at 7:30 p.m. performance is ASL interpreted and audio described. The post-show talkback follows this same performance.
Creative Team: Adapted by Isabel Smith-Bernstein from the novel by Mary Shelley; co-directed by Nick Horner and Lena Salins.
Run time: Not specified on the event page.
Ages: No age restriction is listed; the event is a staged radio drama adaptation of Shelley’s novel.
Program: The performance program will be posted digitally the week of the event.