The Rocky Horror Show

Opened: March 10, 1975
Closing: April 05, 1975

The Rocky Horror Show - 1975 - Broadway History , Info & More

Belasco Theatre (Broadway)
111 West 44th St. New York, NY

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.

The Rocky Horror Show - 1975 - Broadway Cast

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Joel Creasey Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW in Melbourne as The Narrator
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023

​​​​​​​After triumphant seasons in 2023, and due to phenomenal demand, the 50th Anniversary world tour continues its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024.

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Central Square Theater
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 7, 2023

What did our critic think of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Central Square Theater?

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 7, 2023

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 50TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOUR

Review: WHICH WAY TO THE STAGE? at The Garden Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Oct 29, 2023

Nogueira’s attention to detail, Edward Carignan’s tight direction, and Ellowitz and Heleringer’s well-manicured mannerisms give WHICH WAY TO THE STAGE an enjoyable suspension of belief.

'Don't dream it. Be it!' Get Your Tickets to Roxy Regional Theatre's ROCKY HORROR Before It Closes
by Jeffrey Ellis - Oct 25, 2023

What rugby shorts did for Paul Mescal’s thighs in 2020’s Normal People, so do fishnet stockings do for Bradley Oosterink’s thighs in the Roxy Regional Theatre’s The Rocky Horror Show in 2023. Not that Mr. Oosterink’s thighs are the best things about the Roxy’s 11th annual iteration of the classically off-kilter and decidedly off-beat musical, but they are indeed a highlight.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Returns to Newcastle, Melbourne, and Sydney in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2023

​​​​​​​After triumphant seasons in 2023, and due to phenomenal demand, the 50th Anniversary world tour will continue its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024.

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Does the Time Warp at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Tyler Hinton - Oct 21, 2023

Pioneer Theatre Company’s production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW does the Time Warp in a winking, interactive display of decadence.

Broadway, Film & TV Choreographer Shannon Lewis Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Team at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023

Broadway, film, and TV choreographer Shannon Lewis joins the creative team of Bucks County Playhouse's production of 'The Rocky Horror Show.'

Review: ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at Crown Arts Collaborative
by Susan Guntly - Oct 18, 2023

What did our critic think of ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at Crown Arts Collaborative?

Photos: Go Backstage with Frankie Grande at THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Bucks County Playhouse
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2023

Actor, producer and reality star, Frankie Grande stars as the iconic Frank-N-Furter, the all-new production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show at Bucks County Playhouse. Go backstage with Frankie in the photos here!

Photos: Frankie Grande Opens in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Bucks County Playhouse; Ariana Grande Comes to Support
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 15, 2023

Actor, producer, and reality star, Frankie Grande, opened the all-new production of “Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show” at Bucks County Playhouse, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities! Check out the photos here!

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Opens at The Black Box
by Steve Wilson - Oct 9, 2023

Fall has come to Kansas City, the leaves have begun to turn, the haunted houses are preparing for Halloween, and my favorite musical THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW has opened at the Black Box in Kansas City. The cult classic with book, music, and lyrics by Richard O’Brien only gets better with each production by Padgett Productions. This year is no exception, and each year I think it can’t get better, and then Nick Padgett comes up with a new formula that brings us all back year after year after year. What did our critic think of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW OPENS AT at The Black Box?

Joe McFadden Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tour in Glasgow as 'The Narrator'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023

Glasgow born actor and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Joe McFadden will join the tour of the legendary, classic smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show for a limited run in his beloved hometown of Glasgow. Learn more about where to catch the show here!

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Comes to the WYO
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023

 The WYO Performing Arts & Education Center and Trident Theatre will deliver a Halloween treat with “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. Learn more about the event here!

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Black Box
by Steve Wilson - Oct 1, 2023

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW returns to Kansas City on Friday, October 6, and runs through October 31, at The Black Box in the West Bottoms Entertainment District. For the third year, the cult musical will be performed outside and will feature 2 bars, specialty cocktails, fire pits, photo ops, and special Rocky Horror-themed installations. In addition, a handful of vendors will be added to the experience. Audience members will be allowed to bring blankets, and are asked to bring their own lawn chairs.

NYC Roundtrip Bus and Theater Ticket Package Available THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2023

Bucks County Playhouse is offering a New York City bus and theater package endeavor for the 3 p.m. performance on Sunday, October 22 of “The Rocky Horror Show”.

Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Burlington County Footlighters
by Donna Marie Nowak - Sep 26, 2023

What did our critic think of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Burlington County Footlighters?

brooklynONE Hosts Free Screening of THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023

 brooklynONE Productions will present the 2nd Annual Free Screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 28th at Industry City. Learn more about the screening and find out how to attend here!

Frankie Grande Will Lead THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

Actor, producer and reality star, Frankie Grande, will head the cast of an all-new production of “Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show” at Bucks County Playhouse beginning October 13 and running through October 28.  Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

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by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023

Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Comes to Tacoma Arts Live in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2023

 Tacoma Arts Live presents The Rocky Horror Picture Show featuring the original ‘Magenta’ – Patricia Quinn on Saturday, September 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Tacoma’s Pantages Theater. In addition to a screening of the original unedited movie, there will be a costume contest and live shadow cast performance by Tacoma’s Blue Mouseketeers. Audience participation is encouraged.

Tickets For ROCKY HORROR At The Hippodrome Go On Sale Today
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2023

The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, celebrates its 48th Anniversary kicking off two national tours in over 40 cities starting on September 28th in Florida.

Ensemble Cast Revealed For THE WIZ Ahead of National Tour and Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023

The complete ensemble cast has been announced for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz! The casting comes in advance of the musical's national tour, which kicks off this fall before returning to Broadway in the Spring of 2024.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Breaks Box Office Records in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023

The 50th Anniversary production of iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show has broken records at the Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne where it has been enjoying sold out performances with critical and audience acclaim, now becoming the highest grossing show of all time to be staged at the iconic Melbourne venue.

The Rocky Horror Show FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Science Fiction--Double Feature
The Wedding Song
Over at the Frankenstein Place
Sweet Transvestite
Time Warp
The Sword of Damocles
Charles Atlas Song
What Ever Happened to Saturday Night
Toucha Toucha Touch Me
Once in a While
Eddie's Teddy
Planet Shmanet Janet
Rose Tint My World
Don't Dream It
I'm a Wild and Untamed Thing
I'm Going Home
Super Heroes
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.

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