Oct 14 – Nov 2, 2025
Playing atCopaken Stage
ByVanessa Severo in collaboration with Joanie Schultz
Directed byJoanie Schultz and Vanessa Severo
When the lines between predator and prey blur, the power of women’s strength rises from the shadows in this fearless adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic DRACULA.
A visceral, sensual, and utterly unexpected journey into the heart of darkness, this Dracula illuminates the resilience of the feminine spirit. Created by the powerhouse duo of Vanessa Severo (Frida…A Self Portrait) and Joanie Schultz, the classic narrative is reclaimed, revealing a Dracula you’ve never seen before. Provocative and pulsing with new life, “it’s a Dracula that will surprise –delight and frighten–even the most veteran horror fans.” – Rick Pender, City Beat, Cincinnati.
Dracula runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes with one 15-minute intermission.
Dracula runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes with one 15-minute intermission.
Please be advised that this production utilizes fog effects.
Content advisory: This theatrical re-telling includes intimate situations and violence, mostly presented in an implied or stylized fashion, and blood being depicted on stage. DRACULA is recommended for ages 13 and up.
Cast
Elaine Elizabeth Clifford
Lucy
Harmon dot aut
Renfield
Cameron Ferguson
Dr. Seward
Chaz Feuerstine
Jonathan/James
Understudy - Renfield, Arthur
Understudy - Renfield, Arthur
Dri Hernaez
Mina
Shanna Jones
Mrs. Westerna
Nathan M. Ramsey
Dracula/Fight Captain
Vanessa Severo
Van Helsing/Dance Captain
Donovan Woods
Arthur
Understudy - Dracula
Understudy - Dracula
Chioma Anyanwu
Understudy - Van Helsing, Mrs. Westerna
Joshua Gleeson
Understudy - Dr. Seward, Jonathan
Emmy Panzica-Piontek
Understudy - Lucy, Mina
Creative Team
Playwright/Co-Director
Collaborating Writer/Co-Director
Scenic Design
Costume Design
Lighting Co-Design
Lighting Co-Design
Sound Design/Composer
Wig, Hair and Make up Design
Fight Choreographer
Intimacy Consultant
Dialect Coach
Associate Director
Associate Costume Designer
Associate Sound Design
Casting
Casting
Production Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Production Assistant
Licensor
Sponsored by
![Mark Edelman Theater Fund](https://kcrep.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sponsor_markedelman.png")
Photo credit (top): Nathan M. Ramsey and Elaine Elizabeth Clifford in DRACULA – Photo by Don Ipock
