Young Frankenstein the Musical at Hope Mill Theatre for 10th anniversary

MCRJourno

Young Frankenstein will be hoping to hit the right note in a musical retelling at the regional premiere later this year.

Hope Mill Theatre will be making music on stage from 10th October to 30th November 2025, directed and choreographed by Nick Winston.

The production marks the 10th anniversary of Hope Mill Theatre which opened its doors in October 2015 founded by Joseph Houston and William Whelton.

William Whelton said: "Myself and Joe could not have imagined that we would be reaching such a milestone, we have so much to be grateful for as we reflect on what has been an incredible decade.

"The future is full of hope for us, and we have so many exciting plans afoot, as we continue to secure the legacy of Hope Mill Theatre."

With an award-winning venue, Young Frankenstein tells the story of the grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick, who inherits his family's estate in Transylvania.

With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor, and lab assistant Inga, Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors - accompanied by such memorable tunes as The Transylvania Mania, He Vas My Boyfriend and Puttin' on the Ritz.

Director Nick Winston said: "I am beyond excited to direct the uproarious musical comedy and to be doing so at the brilliant Hope Mill Theatre.

"The immediacy of this space mixed with Mel Brooks' iconic humour and the musical's brilliant score will create a cocktail of laughter, love and a bit of mad science."