Frankenstein: A Radio Play

About Frankenstein: A Radio Play

An NYC-based theatre company deeply committed to the importance of breathing new and ever-evolving perspectives into classical stories. Listen to and enjoy our various audio dramatizations.

Publisher

MAD Company Theatre

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Oct 2023

Latest episode

25 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Wars of the Roses: Episode 3

   King Edward VI reigns victorious. Queen Elizabeth Woodville has given birth to an heir. The House of York has finally secured England’s throne. Now, they just need to keep it. Richard of Gloucester has his sights set on his brother’s crown, but to get it, he’ll need to get a lot of people out of his way. Fortunately for him, it only takes a few well-placed whispers to turn Edward and George against one another. But Queen Elizabeth and her family are on his trail, and are fiercely protective of Edward’s two sons, next in line for the throne. With Margaret of Anjou chanting curses from the corner and Lancastrian upstart Henry Tudor raising an army across the sea, Richard has to work quick to clear his path to the throne. But when the bodies start piling up, he’s forced to face the one foe he’s been avoiding his whole life - his own mind. Cast Includes: Maddi Albregts - Henry VI, Duchess of York, Rutland, Young Ned, Old Clifford, Additional Voices Joe Diez - York, Stanley, Tyrrel, Rivers, King Lewis, Additional Voices John Maddaloni - Edward, Gloucester, Buckingham, Catesby, Additional Voices Helena Mueller- Margaret, Anne, Dorset, Young Richard, Additional Voices Andres Robledo- George, Suffolk, Salisbury, Ratcliff, Additional Voices Leah Schwartz- Elizabeth, Eleanor, Prince Edward, Margaret Beaufort, Young Clifford, Additional Voices Ethan Williams - Richard, Cardinal, Somerset, Talbot, Additional Voices Andrew Winson- Warwick, Richmond, Grey, Messenger, Additional Voices Featuring Mickey Tron as Henry V and Keara Dooley as Cambridge MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through ⁠https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

2. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Wars of the Roses: Episode 2

   The Duke of York left England under the rule of the red rose of the House of Lancaster. His armies raised, his white rose raised high, he returns to… Riding by his side are three of his sons - Edward, the fierce and righteous eldest; George, the feisty and changeable middle child; and Richard, the most ferocious by far. Together, they’re a fearsome trio. What’s more, York has made an ally of the mighty Earl of Warwick, whose wealth and influence are second only to the king himself. If he can keep Warwick loyal to his cause, victory seems all but assured. But though King Henry urges a path of peace, Queen Margaret has no qualms fighting fire with fire, especially now that she has a son and heir to protect. When she recruits a bloodthirsty, vengeful soldier to her side, heads start to roll. War is here, and England lies in the balance. Cast Includes: Maddi Albregts - Henry VI, Duchess of York, Rutland, Young Ned, Old Clifford, Additional Voices Joe Diez - York, Stanley, Tyrrel, Rivers, King Lewis, Additional Voices John Maddaloni - Edward, Gloucester, Buckingham, Catesby, Additional Voices Helena Mueller- Margaret, Anne, Dorset, Young Richard, Additional Voices Andres Robledo- George, Suffolk, Salisbury, Ratcliff, Additional Voices Leah Schwartz- Elizabeth, Eleanor, Prince Edward, Margaret Beaufort, Young Clifford, Additional Voices Ethan Williams - Richard, Cardinal, Somerset, Talbot, Additional Voices Andrew Winson- Warwick, Richmond, Grey, Messenger, Additional Voices Featuring Mickey Tron as Henry V and Keara Dooley as Cambridge MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through ⁠https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

3. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Wars of the Roses: Episode 1

   His grandfather usurped the throne of England. His father was a war hero. Now, as The Hundred Years’ War against France rages on, gentle King Henry VI presides over a court of schemers. Having been crowned as a baby, Henry’s uncle, the Duke of Gloucester, holds all the real power in England. However, tensions rise with the arrival of a controversial bride for the king, French noblewoman Margaret of Anjou. Emboldened by her salacious ally, the Earl of Suffolk, Margaret makes it her mission to seize her full authority as Queen by any means necessary. Meanwhile, when Richard Plantagenet, the son of an executed traitor, is made the Duke of York, he vows to avenge his father’s death and reclaim what he views as rightfully his - the throne of England usurped all those years ago. Cast Includes: Maddi Albregts - Henry VI, Duchess of York, Rutland, Young Ned, Old Clifford, Additional Voices Joe Diez - York, Stanley, Tyrrel, Rivers, King Lewis, Additional Voices John Maddaloni - Edward, Gloucester, Buckingham, Catesby, Additional Voices Helena Mueller- Margaret, Anne, Dorset, Young Richard, Additional Voices Andres Robledo- George, Suffolk, Salisbury, Ratcliff, Additional Voices Leah Schwartz- Elizabeth, Eleanor, Prince Edward, Margaret Beaufort, Young Clifford, Additional Voices Ethan Williams - Richard, Cardinal, Somerset, Talbot, Additional Voices Andrew Winson- Warwick, Richmond, Grey, Messenger, Additional Voices Featuring Mickey Tron as Henry V and Keara Dooley as Cambridge MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through ⁠https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

4. 

   19 Jun 2026

   Episode 3: A Christmas Well Kept

   The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come shows Scrooge a very grim future, including scenes that follow his death and the death of Tiny Tim. Confronted with the loneliness and sorrow that his actions have caused, Scrooge promises to change his ways and embrace compassion for others. Scrooge awakens on Christmas with a newfound sense of joy and determination to change his ways. Filled with generosity and the desire to embrace the spirit of Christmas, he sends a large turkey to the Cratchit family, donates to charity, and spends Christmas Day with his nephew, Fred. Scrooge becomes a beloved figure in his community, transforming into a man who embodies the spirit of Christmas year-round. Cast Includes: Narrator/ Lily/ Matthew Cractchit - Elizabeth Anne Rimar Scrooge - Peter Carellini Bob Cratchit/ Marley/ Mr. Fezziwig - James Kay Fred/ Young Scrooge/ Gentleman 2/ Peter Cratchit - Andres Robledo Spirit 2/ Gentleman 1/ Businessman 2/ Old Joe - Garvey X. Dobbins Spirit 1/ Belle/ Martha Cratchit/ Little Boy - Keara Dooley Mrs. Cratchit/ Ms. Dibler/ Lucy Cratchit/ Businessman 1 - Margeaux Lampley Additional Voices - Helena Mueller and Maddi Albregts MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) A special thank you to our patrons for helping make this show possible: Lord Gary Dando, Devon Clayland, Gerrard James, Aksel Tang, Dave Demke, Leslie Hill, Chris Bernatz, Roberto Robledo, Barbara Ingraham, Will Lorenzo, Mike Bernatz, James and Joanna Dooley, Emily Stocker, Lisa and Doug Albregts, Stacey and Dan Albregts, and Jerry Hale * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

5. 

   19 Jun 2026

   Episode 2: A Multitude of Christmases

   As the clock strikes midnight, Scrooge is awakened by the Ghost of Christmas Past, a strange and ethereal figure. The spirit takes Scrooge on a journey through scenes from his earlier life; he revisits his lonely childhood, his time as an apprentice under the kind and generous Mr. Fezziwig, and his failed engagement to the lovely Belle. These memories stir feelings of regret and reflection in Scrooge... As the bell tolls one, Scrooge is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Present, a jolly and majestic presence. The ghost takes Scrooge on a journey to observe how others, including the Cratchit family and Scrooge’s nephew, Fred, celebrate Christmas Day. Their final visit is to a freezing child, vulnerable to the winter snow. As the Ghost of Christmas Present bids Scrooge farewell, a phantom arrives…the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. Cast Includes: Narrator/ Lily/ Matthew Cractchit - Elizabeth Anne Rimar Scrooge - Peter Carellini Bob Cratchit/ Marley/ Mr. Fezziwig - James Kay Fred/ Young Scrooge/ Gentleman 2/ Peter Cratchit - Andres Robledo Spirit 2/ Gentleman 1/ Businessman 2/ Old Joe - Garvey X. Dobbins Spirit 1/ Belle/ Martha Cratchit/ Little Boy - Keara Dooley Mrs. Cratchit/ Ms. Dibler/ Lucy Cratchit/ Businessman 1 - Margeaux Lampley Additional Voices - Helena Mueller and Maddi Albregts MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) A special thank you to our patrons for helping make this show possible: Lord Gary Dando, Devon Clayland, Gerrard James, Aksel Tang, Dave Demke, Leslie Hill, Chris Bernatz, Roberto Robledo, Barbara Ingraham, Will Lorenzo, Mike Bernatz, James and Joanna Dooley, Emily Stocker, Lisa and Doug Albregts, Stacey and Dan Albregts, and Jerry Hale * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

6. 

   19 Jun 2026

   Episode 1: A Visit from an Old Friend

   Meet Ebeneezer Scrooge, a miserly, cold-hearted businessman who despises Christmas and human compassion. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who has been condemned to wander the Earth in chains as punishment for his greed and selfishness during life. Marley warns Scrooge that he faces a similar fate unless he changes his ways, and that he will be visited by three spirits: the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Cast Includes: Narrator/ Lily/ Matthew Cractchit - Elizabeth Anne Rimar Scrooge - Peter Carellini Bob Cratchit/ Marley/ Mr. Fezziwig - James Kay Fred/ Young Scrooge/ Gentleman 2/ Peter Cratchit - Andres Robledo Spirit 2/ Gentleman 1/ Businessman 2/ Old Joe - Garvey X. Dobbins Spirit 1/ Belle/ Martha Cratchit/ Little Boy - Keara Dooley Mrs. Cratchit/ Ms. Dibler/ Lucy Cratchit/ Businessman 1 - Margeaux Lampley Additional Voices - Helena Mueller and Maddi Albregts MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) A special thank you to our patrons for helping make this show possible: Lord Gary Dando, Devon Clayland, Gerrard James, Aksel Tang, Dave Demke, Leslie Hill, Chris Bernatz, Roberto Robledo, Barbara Ingraham, Will Lorenzo, Mike Bernatz, James and Joanna Dooley, Emily Stocker, Lisa and Doug Albregts, Stacey and Dan Albregts, and Jerry Hale * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

7. 

   12 Oct 2023

   Frankenstein: A Radio Play

   A complex and tragic relationship, marked by conflict and mutual suffering, is at the center of Mary Shelley’s 1818 classic Frankenstein. Frankenstein unfurls the gripping tale of Victor Frankenstein, a bold and audacious young scientist who ventures beyond the limits of conventional methods to bestow sentience upon a created being. With each step of Victor's exhilarating journey, he becomes increasingly entwined with the repercussions of his creation's actions. As the stakes escalate, Victor finds himself confronting not only the formidable moral and ethical dimensions of his unchecked ambition, but also the profound essence of genuine humanity itself. Brought to you in an immersive radio play format, MAD Company’s Frankenstein will feature dynamic performances, foley, and atmospheric music. MAD Company is a nonprofit theatre company that relies on donations from our listeners to continue making innovative art. If you would like to donate to MAD Company, you can make a tax deductible donation through https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate (https://www.madcompanytheatre.com/donate) * If a transcript is needed, please reach out to contact@madcompanytheatre.com *

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