Frankenstein

Ok - so yes, I really would have preferred to have tickets to the to see Frankenstein at the NT - but only slightly less exciting than sitting in the Olivier , was the chance to see the live cinema broadcast at Cheshire Oaks

The production alternates the lead roles of Frankenstein and the creature - we got to see Benedict Cumberbatch as the monster, with Johnny Lee Miller as the scientist. According to most reviews, this wasn't the best way round, as Miller is a more sympathetic creature, and his Frankenstein is a a bit weak - however, I really really can't imagine anyone better than Cumberbatch.

The first 15 minutes, as the creature emerges and learns to crawl, walk, laugh - just mesmerizing.

The set and staging amazing - though there is some VERY ropey dialogue along the way :)

Danny Boyle is proves to be a genius theatre director ( Radcliffe people being prone to greatness :P ).

If I'd have been in the theatre, it would have been a standing ovation from me....