In a remote region in Transylvania, stories are told of the vampire: an undead creature who emerges from his coffin only at night–and, as legend has it, can transform himself into a bat or even a wolf. But the residents of Doctor John Seward’s sanatorium and manor in England know that this “vampire” is only a superstition… or is it?
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This October, Debut Theatre Company celebrates its 30th anniversary with the play that began Debut: Bram Stoker’s Dracula, which defined much of modern vampire lore and cemented the vampire’s place in the horror genre. Dracula has become a classic for Debut, too- -first performed in 1991 with the very first Players and then every ten years since. What makes this show worth doing four times? As director Lee Osterhout-Kaplan says, “Dracula is the show where kids first get bitten by the theatre bug.” It’s inspired many young performers who would go on to become part of Debut Players and carry on the magic of performing.
Now, the Debut Players of 2021 are bringing Dracula to life once more, not only through compelling characters, but also through historically accurate sets and costumes, well-researched and imaginatively created props and effects, and more. For example, Leo Cheng (age 14), who plays Jonathan Harker, is head of music and is composing piano music to underscore the show, and Miles Crossan (age 15), who plays Professor Van Helsing, is co-head of set, and is choreographing fight scenes.
This October, spend an evening immersed in Victorian England with the residents of the Seward manor as they delve into the darkness of man’s mind and battle against the curse of the vampire. Night unto night, the Debut Theatre Company will bring all the wonder, suspense, and magic of Dracula to the stage. A tale suitable for all ages, Dracula offers both drama and comedy fun for the whole family!
WHEN:
- Friday Evenings: October 8,15, and 22 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday evenings: October 9,16, and 23 7:00 p.m.
- Sunday Matinee: October 10 1:00 p.m.
- Saturday Matinees: October 16 and 23 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre, 417 West Magnolia, Fort Collins CO
COST: $10 per ticket
TICKETS: Lincoln Center Box Office: 970.221.6730 www.lctix.com
AGE: Appropriate for 6 years and older; run time about 2 hours.
Stage Effects include the use of stage fog, black lights and “undead” actors wandering though the audience. No blood or strobes.
CONTACT: Artistic Director Lee Osterhout-Kaplan, Debut Theatre Company,
827 Riverside Avenue, Fort Collins CO, 80524, 970.224.5774