Young Frankenstein announces exciting casting lineup for holiday season run
Hope Mill Theatre has officially announced the casting lineup for their upcoming production of Young Frankenstein. This musical will transfer to the Liverpool Playhouse for a five-week holiday season.
Production Details
Currently, Young Frankenstein is running at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester, featuring Ore Oduba in the lead role. The show will continue at this venue until November 30. Adapted from Mel Brooks’ 1974 film, the musical centers on Frederick Frankenstein, who inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania and seeks to revive his grandfather’s experiments with the help of Igor and Inga.
Musical Highlights
- “The Transylvania Mania”
- “He Vas My Boyfriend”
- “Puttin’ on the Ritz”
New and Returning Cast
In Liverpool, Daniel Brocklebank will take on the role of Dr. Frederick Frankenstein, with Amelia Adams portraying Elizabeth Benning. The production also sees the return of several cast members:
- Jessica Martin
- Pete Gallagher
- Curtis Patrick
- Simeon Truby
- Julie Yammanee
Joining them are new talents, including Belle Kizzy Green, Robin Kent, Bryan Mottram, Alanna Panditaratne, Nathan Ryles, Hakeem Tinubu, Patricia Wilkins, and Jessica Wright.
Anniversary Celebration
This production marks a significant milestone for Hope Mill Theatre, celebrating its tenth anniversary. Founded in 2015 by Joseph Houston and William Whelton, the venue is renowned for its in-house musical productions.
Production Team
The creative team behind Young Frankenstein includes:
- Direction and choreography by Nick Winston
- Music and lyrics by Mel Brooks
- Orchestrations by Doug Besterman and Mark Cumberland
- Set design by Sophia Pardon
- Sound design by Ben Harrison
- Lighting design by Aaron J Dootson
- Costume design by Lorraine Parry
- Prosthetics design by Noah Ehrhardt
Show Dates
Young Frankenstein will run at Liverpool Playhouse from December 3, 2025, to January 3, 2026. This holiday season run promises to be an exciting event for audiences.
