Get in the mood for Halloween with horror classic “Dracula,” on stage starting this week at the Valley Center Stage in North Bend.

The world famous tale, originated by Bram Stoker in 1897, pits the demonic count against Dr. Van Helsing—who struggles to convince everyone that vampires are real in order to save two vulnerable young women.

Stoker’s terrifying tale is adapted for the stage by John Spitzer and is directed by Tim Hart.

“Dracula” plays Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays beginning September 29 and runs through October 15. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 and $12 for seniors and students.

The show is recommended for ages 11 and up, contains strobe light, fog effects and gun shots, and so is not for the faint of heart.

For ticket information, call (425) 831-5667 or visit www.valleycenterstage.org.