Becoming the Creature

By Derek Kramer

Watch as hours of intricate prosthetic work and makeup artistry bring Frankenstein’s Creature to life. From bare skin to a fully realized monster, this time-lapse captures the extraordinary transformation of Principal Dancer Wei Wang into Liam Scarlett’s haunting vision for Frankenstein. Witness the meticulous process that makes this iconic character so chilling on stage. Frankenstein … Continued

Exploring Humanity Through Dance

By Derek Kramer

Wei Wang on Portraying the Creature in Frankenstein The Creature in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is a complex figure embodying both innocence and malevolence. Created by Victor Frankenstein through an unholy scientific experiment, the Creature is initially benevolent, curious, and eager for human connection. However, society’s rejection, coupled with Victor’s abandonment, drives him into isolation and … Continued