October 17, 2024, Santa Rosa, CA – Santa Rosa Junior College Theatre Arts is thrilled to present Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, the original musical that inspired the cult classic film. The production premiers on Halloween night, Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the Main Stage Theatre in Burbank Auditorium.
SRJC Theatre Arts’ production of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show is a raucous, rowdy, and irreverent musical romp, riffing on the classic tale of Dr. Frankenstein. Follow the misadventures of Brad and Janet, an innocent couple whose car breaks down on a stormy night, leading them to the bizarre castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a mad scientist and self-proclaimed 'sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania.' As they encounter an eccentric array of characters, including the iconic Rocky himself, audiences are swept away on a whirlwind journey of rock music, campy humor, and gender-bending delights. With its infectious tunes, daring themes, and interactive audience participation, “The Rocky Horror Show” is a cult classic that guarantees a wild and unforgettable theatrical experience.
The talented ensemble cast, directed by Theatre Arts faculty Justin Smith, invites the audience to “not just Dream it, but Be it!” Reserved seating available in Rocky’s Play Pen for those fans that want to dance and sing along with their favorites, including “The Time Warp”. The show opens on Halloween night and includes a special midnight show on Friday November 8th. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Recommendations:
Parental discretion and pre-show research strongly advised. “The Rocky Horror Show” is recommended for audiences 14 years and older, and children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. The production contains adult themes, sexual innuendo, revealing costumes, strong language, high volume sound, and strobe lighting effects. Props and Participation The use of props is not allowed. The interactive participation experience will include some singing and shouted responses queued by actors. A section at the front of the theatre is dedicated to those that want to dance at their seats during the ‘The Time Warp” dance.
Directed by Justin J. Smith
Music Direction by Nate Riebli
Choreography by Alexandra Tiscareno and Casandra Hillman
Show Times
Friday, October 31 through Sunday, November 17, 2024
Evening (7:30pm) Oct 31 / Nov 1, 2, 9, 10,14, 15, 16
Matinee (2:00pm) Sun, Nov 17
Midnight Show (11:59pm) Fri, Nov 8
SRJC Student Discount Show (7:30pm) Sun, Nov 10
Location:
Burbank Auditorium, Main Stage Theatre
Santa Rosa Junior College
1501 Mendocino Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA
Parking: $4
Learn more at SRJC Theatre Arts 2024-25 Season
