The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Frankenweenie, Poor Things... the story of Frankenstein has been adapted many times over and continues to find new relevance with each interpretation. Playwright David Catlin's version, called Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, does double duty by presenting a story within a story.

The show depicts both the tale of Frankenstein as well as the famous spooky storytelling competition that inspired it–giving audiences a look into the making of Victor Frankenstein's creature and the making of the novel itself.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents Mary Shelley's Frankenstein from October 22 through November 16, 2025 at F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre (36 Madison Avenue) in Madison, New Jersey.  Tickets are available for purchase online.