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Demerath's 'Dracula' restores villain's sinister side

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From: Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
Date: 20071011
Author:Canan Tasci

Adam Demerath, 27, is illustrator and director of the Rialto Community Players' performance of "Dracula," by Stephen Dietz and adapted from Bram Stoker's novel.

There is a disclaimer with this play. The show contains graphic material and startling effects that are not recommended for younger viewers or the easily frightened.

QUESTION: You're playing Dracula in the show and directing it, how do you balance the two?

ANSWER: I don't really balance them at all. This kind of show absolutely needs direction and organization, so first I am the director, and then I am Dracula. It is important to ...

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