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Dark Shadows Loom Largely in a Reimagining of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein at the Shakespeare Theatre Company
Frankenstein
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Jordan Wright
May 31, 2025
Rebecca S’manga Frank (Elizabeth), Anna Takayo (Justine), and Nick Westrate (Victor) in Frankenstein at Shakespeare Theatre Company. (Photo/DJ Corey Photography)
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