New adaptation of ‘Dracula’ takes the stage at The Players Theatre

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” is being presented through Oct. 25 in the Sarasota Players Black Box Theatre, located at The Players Studio in the Rosemary District.The production is a new interpretation of the classic horror novel, written by director Ren Pearson.The show includes fake blood, stage combat and a simplistic set.The adaptation was originally performed as a radio play through Pearson’s production company, Gothic Library. This marks the first time the show has been performed on stage.Ren Pearson, director of “Dracula,” and Amanda Heisey, an actor in the show, appeared to discuss the production.The show runs through Oct. 25 at The Players Studio, 1400 Blvd. of the Arts, Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34236. More information is available at theplayers.org