Grand Theatre presents Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors

The Grand Theatre has launched its 2026/27 season with Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, a fast-paced theatrical farce adapted by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Directed by Krista Jackson, the production reimagines Bram Stoker’s Gothic source material through a lens of camp, physical comedy, and rapid-fire wordplay.

The production features a small cast of five actors portraying sixteen different characters, utilizing quick costume changes and shifting accents to maintain a frenetic pace. This version of the story incorporates gender-bending elements, including a reimagined Dracula and a female Dr. Van Helsing, while challenging traditional gender roles found in the original text.

Performances include Synthia Yusuf in the role of Dracula, alongside Stephanie Davis, Kate Besworth, and Jeff Meadows. The production is noted for its absurd theatrical business, including heavy use of aerosol mist and comedic physical stunts.