Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
by Simon Adorian from Robert Louis Stevenson

Name: Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Brand: Simon Adorian from Robert Louis Stevenson
SKU: 9780003230789
Rating: 3.83 (574129 reviews)

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Highlights

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Large Cast

British Adaptation Historical Mystery

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the timeless themes of duality and morality in the story. Many find the suspense and psychological depth captivating, making it a classic that resonates even today. Some note that familiarity with the plot can diminish the reading experience, but overall, the narrative remains engaging and thought-provoking.

Timeless themes of duality Captivating suspense and depth Engaging and thought-provoking Familiarity with plot can diminish experience

Synopsis

This dramatisation for schools of Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel is presented in the form of a tv documentary involving expert witnesses trying to get to the bottom of the strange case.

The story is reconstructed and the audience is taken back to Victorian London…What happened to Dr Jekyll?

’Strange Cases’, the investigative television documentary programme, tries to solve this puzzle using up-to-date know-how.

Key events are reconstructed and expert witnesses examine the evidence to reach a chilling conclusion

This play provides an accessible, exciting approach to the novel, as well as numerous opportunities for media work.

Its language and atmosphere are true to Stevenson’s story and make comparison work easy.

The large cast, including a chorus, makes the play suitable for reading in class, acting in drama lessons or school productions

The resource material investigates transformation, drugs and genetic engineering, as well as providing stimulating drama, media, speaking and writing activities.