Oxford Playscripts: Frankenstein

Step into Mary Shelley's Frankenstein with this gripping classroom adaptation by Philip Pullman. Designed for KS3 students, this Oxford Playscript brings this classic tale of gothic horror and science fiction to life with accessible language, clear staging ideas, and engaging illustrations. Perfect for English or Drama lessons, it provides an ideal introduction to 19th-century literature, suitable for both classroom study and performance.

Key Features:
-Adapted for a KS3 classroom, with 11 speaking parts
-Includes motivating activities focusing on performance, close text analysis, language and structure, together with varied creative tasks
-Insights into the play by the authors and adaptors
-Notes on props, staging, and illustrations
-Ideal for exploring 19th-century contexts and the gothic genre - perfect as a stepping stone for GCSE English Literature
-Supports oracy, reading fluency, and dramatic interpretation
-Great for whole-class reading or drama performances

Suitable for: KS3 English and Drama departments; Year 9 students preparing for GCSE English Literature

Themes: scientific progress, ambition, identity, gothic genre