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Inspired by Mary Shelley’s Gothic masterpiece, Frankenstein is the world premiere of Liam Scarlett’s new full-length ballet. A story of betrayal, curiosity, life, death and, above all, love, exploring the very depths of human nature. Federico Bonelli dances the role of Victor Frankenstein, Laura Morera is his Elizabeth, and Steven McRae is the creature. Koen Kessels conducts Lowell Liebermann’s newly commissioned score in this co-production between The Royal Ballet and San Francisco Ballet.
13 Cast Members
Federico Bonelli
Victor Frankenstein
Laura Morera
Elizabeth Lavenza
Steven McRae
The Creature
Alexander Campbell
Henry Clerval (Victor's Friend)
Elizabeth McGorian
Madame Moritz (The Frankensteins' Housekeeper)
Meaghan Grace Hinkis
Justine Moritz (Madame Moritz's Daughter)
Bennet Gartside
Alphonse Frankenstein (Victor's Father)
Christina Arestis
Caroline Beaufort (Victor's Mother)
Thomas Whitehead
The Professor
Guillem Cabrera Espinach
William Frankenstein (Victor's Younger Brother)
Sacha Barber
Young Victor
Skya Powney
Young Elizabeth
Lauren Molyneux
Young Justine
