BSR_S10E11 - Dracula - A Comedy of Terrors - Damien Figueras

In this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with director Damien Figueras about Curio Theater's upcoming production of 'Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors.' They discuss Figueras's background in sound design, the rehearsal process, the unique comedic adaptation of Dracula, and the collaborative nature of theater in Philadelphia. The conversation highlights the enduring appeal of the Dracula story, the importance of character dynamics, and the creative decisions behind the production's design elements.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Curio Theater and Dracula

02:27 Damien Figueras: The Multi-Hyphenate Artist

05:16 The Unique Approach to Dracula

08:10 The Humor and Modern Resonance of Dracula

11:03 Rehearsal Process and Creative Collaboration

13:25 Design Elements: Blending Classic and Modern

16:17 The Cast: Bringing Characters to Life

18:52 The Enduring Appeal of Dracula

21:37 Personal Favorites and Future Aspirations

24:22 Closing Thoughts and Audience Engagement

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS is a Bram-new comedy you can really sink your teeth into. Filled with clever wordplay and anything-goes pop culture references, it’s a 90-minute, gender-bending, quick-changing, laugh-out-loud reimagining of the gothic classic, perfect for audiences of all blood types.

Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen

Directed by Damien Figueras

Previews: October 15, 16, 17 at 8pm

Opens: October 18 at 8pm

Runs: October 22 to November 1 at 8pm

(Two matinee performances at 3pm)

Recommended for ages 13 and up due to mature humor.

Warning: There will be some strobe lighting and haze/fog effects.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://curiotheatre.org