The twisted and dark story of Franz Kafka’s novel brought to life by the Royal Ballet at the Joyce Theatre shows the metamorphosis of Gregor, portrayed by principal dancer Edward Weston, from a run of the mill 1900’s salesman to a grotesque cockroach.  The cramped and simplistic set design by Simon Daw, paired with the ominous and eclectic music from Frank Moon establishes a feeling of angst as Watson writhes and scuttles the giant roach.  Arthur Pita’s unique choreography portrays the effects of Gregor’s metamorphosis beautifully. As Weston moves about, his ability to be tense and rigid as an exoskeletal bearing insect, yet delicate as Gregor maintains his humanity is beautiful.  The shows interpretation of Kafka’s novel makes it both uncomfortable but enjoyable- truly a unique experience.