Dracula: One Bite Only

The Pantaloons Theatre Company bring Dracula: One Bite Only to Norwich Theatre Royal on Wednesday 27 October 2027, a brand-new retelling of Bram Stoker's classic. If you're expecting the usual gothic solemnity, you're in for a bit of a shock: this version trades the gloom for unruly undead, bloody beheadings and international real estate shenanigans. It's a far cry from the slow-burn horror of the original, and the Pantaloons aren't hiding that. They've taken the core of the story and run it through their own particular filter, so it's less about the creeping dread and more about the chaos.

There's more to it than just the script, too. The show is rounded off with live music and audience participation, so you're not just sitting in the dark watching it unfold — you'll be part of the evening. Between the music and the way they pull the room into the action, it's set up as a night that doesn't stay on one side of the footlights. The Pantaloons are known for that kind of energy, and it's a good idea to keep it in mind when you're thinking about what this is: a lively, loud take on a story that's usually played straight.

It's a single night at the Theatre Royal, so there's only one chance to catch it in Norwich. The curtain goes up at 7:30 pm, and tickets start from £18.00.