Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show has become such a cult over the years, the buzz around the auditorium on opening night was electric, with a large number of audience members dressed up emulating their favourite characters.
It’s still one of the most deliciously entertaining nights out.
The story follows Brad, Alex Hetherington, and his new fiance Janet, Lauren Chia, as their car breaks down and they stumble upon a castle, where they hope to find help.
Here they encounter the subordinates of Riff Raff – Job Greuter, Magenta – Natasha Hoeberigs and Columbia – Jayme-Lee Zanoncelli. The power-crazed Frank N Furter – Adam Strong, creates Rocky – Morgan Jackson, as Brad and Janet’s values are undermined.
Adam Strong is an incredible performer; I’ve seen him a number of times in other shows.
As Frank N Furter, as soon as he entered the stage his presence was immense, he commanded the stage, looking as if he was born to play this part.
I didn’t think previous narrators could get any better, but with Jackie Clune as The Narrator, she took it to a whole new level, perfectly interacting with the audience with perfect timing.
There is not one weak element in this production: every piece of acting and singing is absolute perfection, including the set, lighting, sound and the band.
There is only one warning – if you see this show, you’ll want to go again and again!
Rocky Horror Show runs until Saturday, April 5, at Darlington Hippodrome.
