Frankenstein

The B Street Family Series brings literature’s most famous monster back to life with this excellent adaptation by Jerry R. Montoya. Set in the opulent living room of the home that Mary Shelley and husband Percy own on a dark and stormy night, and to amuse themselves, a group of writers begin to discuss ghost stories. Mary proposes a contest to see who can write the best one, since the men feel that women are incapable of writing such a story. Excellent performances by all, particularly Megan Wicks as Mary, who narrates her story and holds her audience, on stage and in the audience, captive. Sa, Su 1pm. and 4 pm. Through 3/20. $15-$20; B Street Theatre, 2711 B Street; (916) 443-5300; www.bstreettheatre.org. B.S.