There’s just something about the aesthetics and melodrama of the Gothic that lends itself so well to the stage. So, it shouldn’t be surprising that more than a few classic Gothic novels have been adapted into modern pieces of musical theater—and often quite successfully! Below are some well-known and lesser known examples of Gothic adaptations that have been performed under the bright lights of Broadway: Continue reading Gothic Novels as Broadway Musicals
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Review of The Price of Meat–A Modern Penny Dreadful
In an alternate London, there is a pit of depravity at the heart of the city where no law can reach…. The Price of Meat by K.J. Charles is a horror novella loosely inspired by the story of Sweeney Todd. After reading Charles’s adventure-filled romance Spectred Isle, I knew I had to check out some of her darker work. And you can’t get much darker than a network of murderous cannibals in the bustling city of London…. Continue reading Review of The Price of Meat–A Modern Penny Dreadful
10 Literary Horror Films to Watch This Halloween
Halloween is looming closer and closer, which mean it’s time to start prepping your Netflix queue for a spooky movie marathon! Of course there are the fun classics like Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, and The Nightmare Before Christmas (which has a few literary references of its own). But if you really want to get in the mood, you might want to opt for something a bit darker. Grab some popcorn, a buddy, and nightlight because I’ve compiled a list of book-based horror films that will make you scared to close your eyes at night! Continue reading 10 Literary Horror Films to Watch This Halloween