It’s no surprise, really, but Frankenstein, The Musical, formerly showing at 37 Arts, played its last performance on Sunday, December 9. I’ve been following the show since the beginning of Man In Chair, so I thought it appropriate that I express my condolences for its demise.

Lambasted by critics, the show lasted just a little over a month. I think the only reason it lasted that long was because of the reputations of its performers (Hunter Foster, Christianne Noll and Steve Blanchard) as well as the lack of Broadway tickets available during the strike. There were so few people there when I saw it that they ushered those of us seated in the mezzanine down to the orchestra and we still barely filled the center section.

Chris Caggiano tells us there will likely be a cast album recorded and there are plans for a national tour. Hmmmm…we’ll see.

As I posted on Chris’ blog, the show was one of those “so bad I actually enjoyed myself” experiences. I’m glad I saw it, because I doubt that there will be many more chances to do so.

Click for Man In Chair’s review.

Click for information on ticket refunds for shows after December 9.

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