The Rocky Horror Show

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The Rocky Horror Show is a cult classic musical created by Richard O'Brien that has captivated audiences since its premiere in 1973. The show combines elements of science fiction, horror, and campy humor to create a unique and unforgettable experience. The story follows the newly engaged couple, Brad and Janet, who find themselves stranded at the mysterious castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a mad scientist and self-proclaimed "sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania." As they are pulled into a world of eccentric characters and sexual liberation, their conservative views are challenged and their lives take an unexpected turn. The Rocky Horror Show is known for its energetic and provocative musical numbers, including iconic songs such as "Time Warp," "Sweet Transvestite," and "Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me." These songs have become anthems of the show and are often sung along by enthusiastic audiences. The show was adapted as a movie in 1975, retitled The Rocky Horror Picture Show. What sets movie version apart is its interactive nature, with audiences encouraged to participate by dressing up in costume, shouting out lines, and engaging in synchronized dance movements. The show has become a midnight movie tradition, with regular screenings accompanied by live performances and audience participation. The Rocky Horror Show's blend of sci-fi, camp, and rock music has made it a cultural phenomenon, inspiring a devoted following and countless adaptations, including the successful 1975 film adaptation, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Its celebration of self-expression, sexual liberation, and embracing the unconventional continues to resonate with audiences, making it a unique and enduring musical experience.}

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Book, Music & Lyrics

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Genre: Musical Comedy

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Score

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Original score

Added during London run

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The Rocky Horror Show is a cult classic musical created by Richard O'Brien that has captivated audiences since its premiere in 1973. The show combines elements of science fiction, horror, and campy humor to create a unique and unforgettable experience. The story follows the newly engaged couple, Brad and Janet, who find themselves stranded at the mysterious castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a mad scientist and self-proclaimed "sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania." As they are pulled into a world of eccentric characters and sexual liberation, their conservative views are challenged and their lives take an unexpected turn. The Rocky Horror Show is known for its energetic and provocative musical numbers, including iconic songs such as "Time Warp," "Sweet Transvestite," and "Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me." These songs have become anthems of the show and are often sung along by enthusiastic audiences. The show was adapted as a movie in 1975, retitled The Rocky Horror Picture Show. What sets movie version apart is its interactive nature, with audiences encouraged to participate by dressing up in costume, shouting out lines, and engaging in synchronized dance movements. The show has become a midnight movie tradition, with regular screenings accompanied by live performances and audience participation. The Rocky Horror Show's blend of sci-fi, camp, and rock music has made it a cultural phenomenon, inspiring a devoted following and countless adaptations, including the successful 1975 film adaptation, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Its celebration of self-expression, sexual liberation, and embracing the unconventional continues to resonate with audiences, making it a unique and enduring musical experience.}

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Authors

Original Authors

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Book, Music & Lyrics

Later Contributors

There are no known writers who contributed to revisions, etc. following the original production.
Genre: Musical Comedy

Source

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Synopsis

When a newly engaged and straight-laced young couple's car gets a flat on a stormy night, they wind up in the company of cross-dressing aliens from another planet.  Madcap hilarity and sexual ambiguity follows.

Trivia & History

There was a film follow-up in 1981 called Shock Treatment.

Other Titles

  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show (film title)
  • Die Rocky Horror Show (German title)
  • El Show de Terror de Rocky (Spanish title)

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