If gory horror movies aren’t your thing, then maybe get your dose of spooky content from Jobsite Theater. Adapted by Nick Dear from the 1818 novel by Mary Shelley, Jobsite hosts three weeks of Frankenstein performances this October and November.

Described as a “disturbing” classic tale that explores themes of “scientific responsibility, neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil,” Frankenstein follows the story of a lab-created monster who is not the perfect creature the scientist was determined to make, and eventually encounters cruelty from both his creator and the outside world.

Although the original Frankenstein novel is over 200 years old, the local rendition of this classic story is a haunting performance whether you’re a Halloween lover or just a fan of poignant dramas in general. David M. Jenkins directs this local adaptation of the gothic novel featuring Tampa Bay-based actors Giles Davies, Paul J. Potenza and Katrina Stevenson.

“Frankenstein” hits the stage select nights Wednesdays-Sundays, Oct. 18 -Nov. 12 at Jobsite Theatre at David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts’ Shimberg Playhouse, and tickets start at $35. Subscribe to Creative Loafing newsletters.