The team at Bastrop Opera House will bring "Young Frankenstein" to life Sept. 13-29.

The gist

Musical Director Marc Lionetti and choreographer Matt Kennedy will team up with Director Lisa Holcomb—who also serves as the Bastrop Opera House executive director—for the upcoming show.

What to expect

The shows run Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., with each lasting about 2 1/2 hours, including intermission.


Doors open at the venue, located at 711 Spring St., half an hour before showtime.

Tickets can be purchased online for $30.

The cast includes:
  • Tim Keating as Dr. Frederick Frankenstein
  • Aline Forastieri as Inga
  • Chase Lancaster as The Monster
  • Nick Riley as Igor
  • Christina Burbank Shelton as Frau Blücher
  • Sheree Bristoll as Elizabeth Benning
In their own words

"This show is hilarious, it's toe-tapping, and it has an all-star cast," Holcomb said. "It'll leave the audience rolling with laughing in their seats."
Bastrop Opera House won 13 out of 19 categories in the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards, including favorite local theatre in the Austin area.
Bastrop Opera House won 13 out of 19 categories in the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards, including favorite local theatre in the Austin area. (Courtesy Aline Forastieri/Bastrop Opera House)
What's next


Other upcoming shows at Bastrop Opera House include:Something to note

Bastrop Opera House won 13 out of 19 categories in the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards, including favorite local theatre in the Austin area.

“This achievement is a testament to the remarkable talent that graces our stage and the unwavering support of our incredible community,” Holcomb said in a press release. “Together, we have created a harmonious tapestry of excellence that continues to elevate the cultural landscape of Bastrop.”