In celebration of the 125th anniversary of Dracula, Brother Wolf is proud to present Dracula’s Guest, an all-new interpretation based on the works of Bram Stoker. Adapted and directed by award-winning actor/writer/producer/director, James Hyland, this ground-breaking adaptation takes you into the dark heart of Victorian horror to reveal the very meaning of terror and the consequences of collective evil and personal spite. Dracula’s Guest is Brother Wolf’s twelfth production to date and is preceded by a catalogue of acclaimed works including A Christmas Carol – As told by Jacob Marley (deceased), the “definitive telling of A Christmas Carol” (Redditch Standard), winner of Best Performer in Theatre (Fringe Report Awards 2012); Fagin’s Last Hour, “powerful and highly accomplished” (The Stage), recognized by The Queen for its part in Dickensian Scholarship; Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, “One of the most mesmerising and terrifying performances you’ll ever see” (The Sheerness Times Guardian), winner of Best Male Act (Solo Fest 2013); The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, “entertaining, fun and full of laughs” (British Theatre Journal); and A Lesson from Auschwitz, “magnificent… a majestic statement of the power of theatre” (Plays To See).
Praise for “Dracula’s Guest”:
“James Hyland has reawakened this somewhat neglected tale, using it as a vessel to explore modern-day themes… We see Dracula – played terrifically by James Hyland… delivering a 124-year-old tale as if it were new. This was the perfect choice of story to breathe new life into, applicable to modern-day themes yet true to Victorian gothic horror.” Rating: ★★★★★
~Eloise Lonsdale, OX MAGAZINE
“An INCREDIBLE performance… 55 minutes of nerve-shredding suspense and a final scene that’s guaranteed to shock you out of your seat and give you nightmares for weeks. This diabolical descent into Victorian Gothic horror is a must-see.” ~Peter Fuller, VINCENT PRICE LEGACY UK
Listings information
July 5th to 9th 2022 @ 7pm
LONDON – WHITE BEAR THEATRE
138 Kennington Park Road
London, SE11 4DJ
07496 442 747 www.whitebeartheatre.co.uk
More tour dates coming soon!
Synopsis Dracula. An ancient creature, embittered by the burden of immortality and the intolerance of those who would decry him monster. Alone in his keep, but for the memories of centuries past. A living death that only a vampire could understand. Or perhaps a special guest or two. Providing they can live long enough to survive their host’s unique hospitality and his deliberate attempts to drive them insane.
Recommended for: Ages 12+
This category is recommended when the material is suitable only for those aged 12 and over. Works classified at this category may upset children under 12 or contain material (including scenes of a violent and bloody nature) which many parents will find unsuitable for them. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view the work lies with the accompanying adult.
Cast and creative team:
Actor/Writer/Producer/Director: James Hyland
Actor: Ashton Spear
Composer: Chris Warner
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