2025 Autumn Production: Dr. Frankenstein

Dr. Frankenstein by Selma Dimitrijevic, based on the novel ‘Frankenstein’ by Mary Shelly, directed by Damian von Below and Myriam Schleiss.

Dr. Frankenstein by Selma Dimitrijevic is a bold, psychologically rich reimagining of Mary Shelley’s classic novel. In this adaptation, Dr. Victoria Frankenstein—a brilliant woman working in a field dominated by men—defies both scientific boundaries and societal expectations in her obsessive quest to master life and death.

This haunting, intelligent drama explores the emotional cost of ambition, the consequences of isolation, and the deep human need for connection. With a sharp focus on gender, grief, and responsibility, Dimitrijevic’s version breathes new life into a familiar tale—placing the monster not only in the lab, but within the heart of its creator.

Our online programme is available here.

Ten performances at Theater Remise in Bern:

  • Saturday, Nov 22 at 19:30
  • Sunday, Nov 23 at 17:00
  • Thursday, Nov 27 to Saturday, Nov 29 at 19:30
  • Sunday, Nov 30 at 17:00
  • Thursday, Dec 4 to Saturday, Dec 6 at 19:30
  • Sunday, Dec 7 at 17:00

Cast

Dr. Victoria FrankensteinJulia Pressner
The CreatureSeverin Troesch
Elizabeth Lavezza FrankensteinBrooke Lipman
Henry ClervalLucas Pfister
Justine MoritzSelen Kaya
Alphonse FrankensteinMarc Kempe
MaryGemma Bruno (due to health issues, Myriam Schleiss replaces Gemma)

Violinists

Sylvie HagenDeva Ianakiev

Crew

DirectorDamian von Below and Myriam Schleiss
Production ManagerMyriam Schleiss
Stage ManagerEliane Baumann, Anna Goetz
Set DesignAnna Goetz
Set Building and Set DressingAnna Goetz
PropsSuzanne Seiler, Anna Goetz, Myriam Schleiss
Light DesignNeil Kelly
Lights and SoundDamian von Below
CostumesMyriam Schleiss
Hair and Make-upTia Grün
Poster and ProgramTamar Richner
Ticket SalesTamar Richner
Social MediaMyriam Schleiss, Tamar Richner

Financial Support

We are grateful for financial support from