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Jake Shears

Jake Shears is an actor, lyrics whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Rocky Horror Show, Kinky Boots, and Tammy Faye.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Rocky Horror Show
[Broadway]
2026
Frank-N-Furter [Replacement]
Kinky Boots Kinky Boots
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Charlie Price [Replacement]

Productions

Tammy FayeTammy Faye
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Lyricist

Writing

Tammy Faye
Lyrics

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Photos: Check Out Sexy, New Portraits of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Cast Photo
Photos: Check Out Sexy, New Portraits of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Cast
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 23, 2026

 Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show is now in the seventh month of its run at Studio 54 and the cast just celebrated with a special photoshoot at the iconic venue. Check out the portraits here.
Spooky Season on Stage: Three Musical Villains Share Their Secrets Photo
Spooky Season on Stage: Three Musical Villains Share Their Secrets
by Amanda Prahl - Oct 23, 2026

This spooky season, Jake Shears, Claybourne Elder, and Ali Louis Bourzgui share the art of making audiences terrified of (and maybe a little in love with) musical theater’s biggest baddies on stages right now.
Margaret Cho to Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW as the 'Narrator' Photo
Margaret Cho to Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW as the 'Narrator'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2026

Comedian, actor, musician and five-time Grammy & Emmy Award-nominee Margaret Cho will join Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show as the “Narrator” making her Broadway debut.
Rosie O'Donnell Returns To Broadway After 20 Years In THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Photo
Rosie O'Donnell Returns To Broadway After 20 Years In THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 9, 2026

Rosie O'Donnell is back on Broadway! After a 20 year absence, the Tony Award winner is filling in for Rachel Dratch as the 'Narrator' in The Rocky Horror Show. Check out photos from her first performance!
Video: Rosie O'Donnell Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on Broadway Photo
Video: Rosie O'Donnell Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on Broadway
by Michael Major - Oct 7, 2026

Watch videos of Rosie O'Donnell's first performance in The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway, featuring videos of her performing the 'Time Warp' and making her first entrance.
Video: Just In Time for Spooky Season... Learn 'The Time Warp' from THE ROCKY HORROR Photo
Video: Just In Time for Spooky Season... Learn 'The Time Warp' from THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Sam Anctil - Oct 2, 2026

In this video, watch as Ben hits the rehearsal room to break down Ani Taj's Tony-nominated choreography for Broadway's The Rocky Horror Show with the help of dance captain Renée Albulario. Can you keep up?
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 26, 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2026

Photos: Jake Shears and More in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Photo
Photos: Jake Shears and More in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026

You can now see new photos of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, featuring Jake Shears as “Frank-N-Furter” as well as Lorna Courtney as “Janet”, Rachel Dratch as “Narrator,” Amber Gray as “Riff Raff,” and more.
The Time Warp Continues! Meet Broadway’s New ROCKY HORROR Stars Photo
The Time Warp Continues! Meet Broadway’s New ROCKY HORROR Stars
by Sam Anctil - Sep 28, 2026

A new group of performers is ready to do the Time Warp at Studio 54! The Rocky Horror Show recently welcomed a fresh batch of stars to Broadway, and BroadwayWorld caught up with the company to hear how they’re settling into Sam Pinkleton’s wild and wonderfully unconventional production. Watch in this video!
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Celebrate Halloween With Special Events Photo
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Celebrate Halloween With Special Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2026

The Rocky Horror Show at Studio 54 on Broadway will mark Halloween with in-theater events throughout October, including collaborations with Nathan's Famous, local bars, and costume shops.
Rosie O'Donnell to Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW For Limited Run This Fall Photo
Rosie O'Donnell to Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW For Limited Run This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026

Rosie O'Donnell will take on the role of Narrator in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW for a two-week limited run while Rachel Dratch takes a leave from the production.
WRITE OUT LOUD, Michael Cerveris and More Set for Upcoming 54 Below Shows Photo
WRITE OUT LOUD, Michael Cerveris and More Set for Upcoming 54 Below Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Write Out Loud, Michael Cerveris and more. 
Photos: Kevin McHale, Lorna Courtney, and More in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Photo
Photos: Kevin McHale, Lorna Courtney, and More in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026

The Rocky Horror Show welcomed new cast members including Lorna Courtney, Kevin McHale, Jimin Moon, George Salazar and Valentina. Plus, current “Phantom” Paul Soileau is playing the role of “Frank-N-Furter.' Check out all new photos of the cast!
Claybourne Elder, Britani Bateman, Charles Busch and More to Perform at 54 Below in S Photo
Claybourne Elder, Britani Bateman, Charles Busch and More to Perform at 54 Below in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2026

54 Below will host a lineup of performers including Britani Bateman with Lagoona Bloo, Claybourne Elder, Charles Busch, Ute Lemper, Linda Eder, Orfeh, and Jeanna de Waal, alongside a Frank Sinatra tribute concert and other cabaret acts.
Exclusive: Watch Anania Sing 'Science Fiction/Double Feature' from THE ROCKY HORROR S Photo
Exclusive: Watch Anania Sing 'Science Fiction/Double Feature' from THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Sam Anctil - Sep 5, 2026

Watch a video of The Rocky Horror Show swing Anania deliver an exclusive performance of 'Science Fiction/Double Feature.' Filmed at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, she shares her rendition of the opening number with Jane Cardona on the piano.
Video: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on Broadway Pays Tribute to Tim Curry with Luke Evans an Photo
Video: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on Broadway Pays Tribute to Tim Curry with Luke Evans and Jake Shears
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2026

Luke Evans, Paul Soileau and Jake Shears joined the cast of Broadway’s The Rocky Horror Show to perform “I’m Going Home” in a special tribute to the late Tim Curry. Watch the video.
Video: First Look at the New Stars of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Photo
Video: First Look at the New Stars of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Michael Major - Aug 25, 2026

The Rocky Horror Show has released a first look at the new stars in costume, including Lorna Courtney as “Janet,” Kevin McHale making his Broadway debut, as “Brad,” Jimin Moon as “Rocky”, and George Salazar as “Eddie/Dr. Scott.” Watch the video!
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW To Release Original Broadway Cast Recording Photo
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW To Release Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Michael Major - Aug 24, 2026

The Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show will record a cast album, featuring Rachel Dratch as “Narrator,” Luke Evans as “Frank-N-Furter,” Amber Gray as “Riff Raff,” Stephanie Hsu as “Janet,” Juliette Lewis as “Magenta,” and more.
Video: Luke Evans, Stephanie Hsu & More Depart THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Photo
Video: Luke Evans, Stephanie Hsu & More Depart THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Michael Major - Aug 24, 2026

Luke Evans, Andrew Durand, Stephanie Hsu, Harvey Guillén, and Josh Rivera said goodbye to The Rocky Horror Show, playing their final performances as “Frank-N-Furter”, “Brad,' “Janet,' “Eddie/Dr. Scott,' and 'Rocky,” respectively. Watch videos!
Listen: THIS AIN’T NO DISCO Featuring Lena Hall and More Out Now Photo
Listen: THIS AIN’T NO DISCO Featuring Lena Hall and More Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026

This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical by Stephen Trask and Peter Yanowitz is out now in digital and streaming formats.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jake Shears been in?

Jake Shears has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Jake Shears been in?

Jake Shears has not appeared in the West End.

What was Jake Shears's first West End show?

Jake Shears's first West End show was Cabaret which opened in 2021

How many shows has Jake Shears written?

Jake Shears has written 1 shows including Tammy Faye (Lyrics).

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