MARKING the bicentenary of the creation of Frankenstein, a new stage adaptation of Mary Shelley's gothic horror heads to Malvern.

Geneva, 1816 - Victor Frankenstein obsesses in pursuit of nature's secret, the elixir of life. But nothing can prepare him for what he creates.

So begins a gripping life or death adventure taking him to the ends of the earth and beyond.

A unique feature of this production is the use of Bunraku-style puppetry to portray the Creature, which adds an exciting new dimension to the retelling of the classic story.

Eliot Giuralarocca, director, said: "It's a taut, gripping thriller, an exciting gothic fairytale for grown-ups and a morality play all rolled into one."

It comes to Malvern Theatres between February 13, and February 15. For tickets, call 01684 892277 or visit malvern-theatres.co.uk.