The Rocky Horror Show 1973 - Articles Page 11

Opened: June 19, 1973
Closing: unknown

The Rocky Horror Show - 1973 - West End History , Info & More

King's Road Theatre
King's Road, Chelsea London

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW (LIVE ON STAGE!) is a magical phenomenon unlike anything ever before seen on stage. Borrowing largely from horror conventions, the stage musical begins as an innocent young couple is stranded at the home of a mad scientist who is building the perfect man. The castle is filled with a most bizarre group of characters who worship their master, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, played magnificently by a fabulously sexy man, in leather jacket, pearls, fishnet stockings, and heavy makeup. Brad and Janet are forced to examine their own sexuality as the voluptuous doctor releases the hidden desires in each of them. Based on the stage musical by Richard O’Brien, the stage show comes alive with unforgettable song-and-dance numbers that have come to represent the sexual liberation of the 1970s. The outstanding costuming and makeup, the terrific acting by a talented All-Star Cast and the memorable songs ("Time Warp," "Sweet Transvestite") help make THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW one of the most bizarrely entertaining and satisfying musicals ever made.

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The Rocky Horror Show - 1973 - West End Articles Page 11

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Opening in Brisbane, Tonight!
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 8, 2014


Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show is back! Fish out the fishnets and sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life! Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today announced that the much loved iconic musical will open tonight, January 8, 2014 in Brisbane followed by seasons at the Crown Theatre, Perth in February, and the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March. This fresh production is currently playing in the UK to sell out houses, and our exciting new production will feature a sexy and very surprising all-Australian star cast. Check out a sneak peek below!

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Returns to Australia Tonight in Brisbane
by BWW News Desk - Dec 31, 2013


Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show is back! Fish out the fishnets and sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life! Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today announced that the much loved iconic musical will open tonight, December 31, 2013 at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane followed by seasons at the Crown Theatre, Perth in February, and the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March.

Houston Ballet to Stage ALADDIN, 2/20-3/2
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2013


From February 20-March 2, 2014, Houston Ballet presents the North American Premiere of David Bintley's Aladdin, the first work by the celebrated English choreographer to enter Houston Ballet's repertoire.

Theatre Out to Present ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Begin. 10/31
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 24, 2013


Theatre Out, Orange County's gay and lesbian theatre company, who brought you the hit production of [TITLE OF SHOW] earlier this year, is pleased to present the return of musical cult classic THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW beginning October 31, 2013. Running through November 23, this Science Fiction parody musical, with book, music and lyrics by Richard O'Brien, has been a favorite with audiences since it opened in London in 1973.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Woodlawn Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 8, 2013


Get out your squirt guns and playing cards as The Rocky Horror Show gets a RuPaul's Drag Race facelift at San Antonio's historic Woodlawn Theatre, 1920 Fredericksburg Road in the Deco District. The iconic rock musical, which opens October 10, stars Michelle Visage as Magenta, William as Riff Raff and Alaska as Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Check out a first look below!

Christie Whelan Browne, Tim Madden & More to Join Craig McLachlan in ROCKY HORROR SHOW Australian Tour
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 29, 2013


Joining television and theatre star Craig McLachlan in the new production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will be a fresh, exciting and talented cast of Australia's best musical theatre performers. Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today announced cast members for the 2014 Australian tour of The Rocky Horror Show, which opens in January at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane followed by seasons at the Crown Theatre, Perth in February, the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March, and the Comedy Theatre, Melbourne in April.

ROCKY HORROR to Return to Melbourne in 2014
by Robert Diamond - Sep 14, 2013


Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today confirmed that the new Australian production ofRichard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will play a limited season at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre opening April 26 following seasons at the Brisbane's Lyric Theatre in January, the Crown Theatre, Perth in February and the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March. Melbourne audiences can waitlist to buy tickets at www.rockyhorror.com.au/melbourne before they go on sale on October 7.

Craig McLachlan to Lead Australian ROCKY HORROR SHOW National Tour; Launches 10 Jan. 2014 from Brisbane
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 25, 2013


Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today announced that the coveted role of Frank N Furter in the new Australian production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will be played by television and theatre star Craig McLachlan. The much loved iconic musical will open in January 2014 at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane followed by seasons at the Crown Theatre, Perth in February, and the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March.

FLASH FRIDAY: ROCKY HORROR - 40 Years Of Absolute Pleasure
by Pat Cerasaro - Aug 23, 2013


On August 14, 1974, the first stateside performance occurred of an outrageous and daring new musical that had already made something of a splash in the UK, but would prove to be one of the weirdest and wildest shows ever staged anywhere - THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Returns to King's Theatre Glasgow, Now thru 10 Aug
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2013


Following the huge success of The Rocky Horror Show 40th Anniversary Production at the King's Theatre Glasgow in February and March 2013, the production is triumphantly returning between today, 6 - 10 August 2013 as part of its year-long run. Dani Harmer, finalist of Strictly Come Dancing 2012 and star of Tracy Beaker, will play the role of Janet. Ben Forster, who won the ITV1 series Superstar and then went on to play the lead in Jesus Christ Superstar, will star alongside Dani in the role of Brad. West End actor Oliver Thornton, follows in the footsteps of Tim Curry starring as the lead character of Frank 'n' Furter. Christopher Luscombe, who is the director of The Rocky Horror Show 40th Anniversary production, will play the role of the Narrator in his first acting role for over a decade.

BWW Reviews: The Fugard's ROCKY HORROR SHOW an Astounding Experience
by David Fick - Jul 25, 2013


Featuring some top notch production values and a vivacious cast, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW will prove popular with both long-time fans of the show as well as those who are seeing it for the first time.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Opens at Fugard Theatre in Cape Town Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2013


The Fugard Theatre in District Six's 2013 winter musical will be Richard O'Brien's iconic rock musical THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW to Return to King's Theatre Glasgow, 6-10 August
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 25, 2013


Following the huge success of The Rocky Horror Show 40th Anniversary Production at the King's Theatre Glasgow in February and March 2013, the production is triumphantly returning between 6 – 10 August 2013 as part of its year-long run. Dani Harmer, finalist of Strictly Come Dancing 2012 and star of Tracy Beaker, will play the role of Janet. Ben Forster, who won the ITV1 series Superstar and then went on to play the lead in Jesus Christ Superstar, will star alongside Dani in the role of Brad. West End actor Oliver Thornton, follows in the footsteps of Tim Curry starring as the lead character of Frank 'n' Furter. Christopher Luscombe, who is the director of The Rocky Horror Show 40th Anniversary production, will play the role of the Narrator in his first acting role for over a decade.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Return to Australia, Begin. 12/31 in Brisbane
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 1, 2013


Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show is back! Fish out the fishnets and sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life! Producers Howard Panter and John Frost today announced that the much loved iconic musical will open on December 31, 2013 at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane followed by seasons at the Crown Theatre, Perth in February, and the Festival Theatre, Adelaide in March. This fresh production is currently playing in the UK to sell out houses, and our exciting new production will feature a sexy and very surprising all-Australian star cast.

Exclusive: Full Cast Revealed for SPAMALOT at the Muny; Ragusa, Cahoon, Scherer, Hibbard & More Join - Plus the Voice of Bob Costas!
by Robert Diamond - May 3, 2013


As previously announced, John O'Hurley will star as King Arthur. Also starring will be Michelle Ragusa as The Lady of the Lake, Kevin Cahoon as Historian, John Scherer as Sir Robin, David Hibbard as Patsy, Chris Hoch as Sir Lancelot, Ben Davis as Sir Dennis Galahad, and Tally Sessions as Dennis' Mother/Sir Bedevere. Joining them will be broadcast legend Bob Costas as The Voice of God.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Open at Fugard Theatre in Cape Town, July 10
by BWW News Desk - Mar 10, 2013


The Fugard Theatre in District Six, today announces that their 2013 winter musical will be Richard O'Brien's iconic rock musical THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.

BWW Reviews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Kings Theatre Glasgow, February 25 2013
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Feb 26, 2013


The 2013 national tour celebrating 40 years of Rocky proves that this musical is showing no signs of old age.

Sam Attwater Takes Over As Brad In THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW UK Tour, Mar 2013
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 11, 2013


The Rocky Horror Show has announced that stage and TV actor Sam Attwater (Eastenders, Hollyoaks; Dreamboats and Petticoats) will play the role of Brad for the next leg of the UK tour, taking over from Ben Forster.

MIT Musical Theatre Guild Presents THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Now thru 2/9
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2013


MIT Musical Theatre Guild's IAP 2013 production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, written by Richard O'Brien, directed by Greg Lohman and produced by Nicole O'Keeffe, will run tonight, Feb 1st, 7th, 8th, 9th @ 8pm and Feb 2nd @ 6pm AND 10 pm at La Sala de Puerto Rico (2nd floor Student Center) 84 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, Mass.

Midtown International Theatre Festival presents Third Annual Midwinter Madness Short Play Festival, 2/4-24
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 16, 2013


John Chatterton and The Midtown International Theatre Festival (MITF) have announced the Third Annual Midwinter Madness Short Play Festival, from Feb. 4 through 24, 2013. The Festival will take place at Roy Arias Studios' Stage 2, 300 W. 43rd St. 4th fl. Tickets (from $13 to $18, depending on a play's length; no discounts for seniors or students) are available at www.smartTix.com (search by play title or follow the link provided below) or by calling 212/868-4444.

MIT Musical Theatre Guild to Present THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, 2/1-9
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2013


MIT Musical Theatre Guild's IAP 2013 production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, written by Richard O'Brien, directed by Greg Lohman and produced by Nicole O'Keeffe, will run Feb 1st, 7th, 8th, 9th @ 8pm and Feb 2nd @ 6pm AND 10 pm at La Sala de Puerto Rico (2nd floor Student Center) 84 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, Mass.

John Treacy Egan, Jill Paice, and More Set to Lead LEND ME A TENOR at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 8, 2013


Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) has just announced the cast for its winter comedy, Ken Ludwig's Lend Me a Tenor. This hysterically funny, door-slamming comedy will feature Broadway stars and Paper Mill Playhouse favorites including: Judith Blazer (Maria), John Treacy Egan (Tito), Donna English (Diana), Nancy Johnston (Julia), David Josefsberg (Max), Michael Kostroff (Saunders), Jill Paice (Maggie) and Mark Price (Bellhop). Lend Me a Tenor will be directed by Don Stephenson. Lend Me a Tenor will run at the Millburn, New Jersey, theater from February 13 through March 10, 2013. The official press opening is Sunday, February 17, at 7:00pm.

JAZMO Makes New York Debut at the Iridium Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2013


The Bedford Hills based, much buzzed about and highly acclaimed new intergenerational rock band, JAZMO, will make its New York Premiere at the world-renown Iridium (1650 Broadway at 51st Street, NYC) tonight, January 8th at 8:00pm and 10:00pm.

Photo Coverage: Oliver Thornton and Ben Forster In THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW!
by BWW - Dec 17, 2012


To celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Show, Christopher Luscombe is creating a new production for a year-long UK national tour starting at Brighton's Theatre Royal on 20 December 2012.

JAZMO to Make New York Debut at the Iridium, 1/8
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2012


The Bedford Hills based, much buzzed about and highly acclaimed new intergenerational rock band, JAZMO, will make its New York Premiere at the world-renown Iridium (1650 Broadway at 51st Street, NYC) on Tuesday, January 8th at 8:00pm and 10:00pm.

The Rocky Horror Show FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Rocky Horror Show have there been?
The Rocky Horror Show has had 10 productions including West End which opened in 1973, Los Angeles which opened in 1974, Broadway which opened in 1975, Broadway which opened in 1975, West End which opened in 1990, West End which opened in 1994, Broadway which opened in 2000, Broadway which opened in 2000, West End which opened in 2006 and West End which opened in 2023.
What awards has The Rocky Horror Show been nominated for?
The Rocky Horror Show has been nominated for the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.
What awards has The Rocky Horror Show won?
The Rocky Horror Show has won the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.

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