Frankenstein (1931)
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This event took place on Sunday 25 October 2026.
- Sunday 25 October 2026
- Cadogan Hall
Frankenstein (1931)
Sun 25 Oct 2026
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Features
- Michael Shapiro Conductor
- Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Description
The London premiere of a cinematic masterpiece transformed! Grammy-nominated composer Michael Shapiro's thrilling score turns a horror classic into a contemporary cinematic event.
One of the earliest sound films, James Whale’s legendary 1931 movie Frankenstein, starring Boris Karloff, had dialogue but no music. Shapiro’s critically acclaimed score marries the original film with live orchestra, creating a haunting emotional landscape and significantly enhancing the film’s dramatic power.
Commissioned in 2001, it has been presented in over 75 sold-out productions worldwide. Now this unforgettable theatrical experience comes to Cadogan Hall, with the composer himself conducting the world-famous Royal Philharmonic Orchestra alongside each screening.
Each performance includes a unique Q&A with the composer and Sara Karloff, Boris Karloff’s only child, hosted by media personality Pamela Hutchinson.
One of the earliest sound films, James Whale’s legendary 1931 movie Frankenstein, starring Boris Karloff, had dialogue but no music. Shapiro’s critically acclaimed score marries the original film with live orchestra, creating a haunting emotional landscape and significantly enhancing the film’s dramatic power.
Commissioned in 2001, it has been presented in over 75 sold-out productions worldwide. Now this unforgettable theatrical experience comes to Cadogan Hall, with the composer himself conducting the world-famous Royal Philharmonic Orchestra alongside each screening.
Each performance includes a unique Q&A with the composer and Sara Karloff, Boris Karloff’s only child, hosted by media personality Pamela Hutchinson.