Can Be Anywhere
Story by Mercer Akeson Design by Jordan Tschabold
Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really, will be Central Theatre Ensemble’s winter production. While Dracula is the name which will likely draw crowds in, it’s the women who have gained the emphasis in this tale. From the gender-bent Doctor Van Helsing and Renfield, to mortals Mina Harker and Lucy Westenra, to female vampires, the women effectively hold a two-thirds majority of the cast. The play also departs from the source material in that this Dracula is not designed to be outright scary or imposing. It asks the audience to wonder: what does the word “monster” truly mean? Can we see monster traits throughout the characters, and not just those who have been identified as such? Bram Stoker’s Dracula has been a staple in classic literature and has served as inspiration for countless adaptations in media. Throughout the generations since its publication, audiences and creatives alike have drawn themes from Dracula, good and bad. a Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really
Dracula: Vampire. Blood-seeker. Immortal. These are the depictions of the character which we see most often. These traits paint the picture of a greedy, no-good monster. Less discussed, however, is the role women play in the story.
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