The Plowright Theatre | 12 – 14 January 2023
Thursday 12th January was opening night for local theatre group, “Scunthorpe Little Theatre Club” with their take on the the panto Frankenstein by David Swan. It was my first time attending one of this groups performances and with the title of the play, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it was definitely Frankenstein with a twist. One of the main characters is a young man called Frankie “Frank.N. Stein”. But I won’t give too much away about the plot or what happens. What I will say is it’s a great family friendly pantomime and the kids will love it!
It’s got all the expected panto lines for the audience participation and people of all ages were joining in. The opening night was a really good turn out, which is great to see with this being a smaller production from a local amateur theatre group. It was well supported and everyone really seemed to be getting involved and enjoying it. The title might make you think it would be scary for little kids, but honestly it’s not, they will love booing the vampires and shouting out to the cast.
Everyone in the audience got up to participate in a little song and dance. The cast were very committed to their roles and there were some great personalities coming through from the different characters, we had our favourites and honestly it was a right laugh from start to finish.
So the basic story line is, there’s an Orphan Heidi and she is in danger from a dopey Count Dracula and his gummy Grannie “Granula”. But who can save her? Will it be her faithful dog Kodak, or could it be Prince Ludwig or his valet Buckles, mad Professor Crackpot or maybe Frank N. Stein will be our hero in the end?
Combine these characters with panto dame, Miss Nelly and her band of unruly school girls and you have a recipe for merriment and mayhem with plenty of laughs along the way.
The set design was quite impressive for a small production, with some great artwork painted onto the back scene to portray Dracula’s castle. So if you’re looking for somewhere to take the family this Friday or Saturday evening, get yourselves down to the Plowright Theatre and show your support.
The Plowright Theatre | 12 – 14 January 2023
These showings take place at The Plowright Theatre.
Doors Open: 6pm
Show Starts: 7pm
Approximate show finish time: 9.30pm
Ticket Prices
£10 per ticket (plus booking fee)
£36 Family Ticket – 4 tickets (plus booking fee)
How to book
1. Online
You will be redirected to Ticketmaster’s website to make your booking and choose your seats.
2. Box Office
You can book tickets either in-person at The Baths Hall, or by phone on 01724 296296.
Should you wish to book Accessible tickets, if you do this online, please ensure that you check the type of accessible seating you are booking – once you click on a seat, it will display the type of seat you are about to book.
Up next from another local theatre group:
The Hospital Players Present: Waiting For God
The Plowright Theatre | 17 – 21 January 2023
All the favourite characters from the original 90s TV series are reimagined for the 21st century, facing the challenges that come with growing old disgracefully in the era of the silver surfer. At Bayview Retirement Village, battle-axe extraordinaire Diana Trent conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through a hilarious conspiracy with unexpectedly heartwarming results.
Parental advisory (12+). Contains mild adult themes and language.
Tickets are £10 (plus booking fee)
Special offer: 2 tickets for £15 (plus booking fee)
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