The Rocky Horror Show (2018)
BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS BY RICHARD O’BRIEN
DIRECTED BY SEAN ELIAS^
December 14 - 22, 2018
Baltimore Theatre Project
This year, Baltimore's award-winning and favorite tradition, The Rocky Horror Show, goes holiday! Join us for a winter holiday mashup and experience this quintessential queer theatrical experience like never before! You'll be helping to raise funds for Baltimore's Moveable Feast just in time for the winter holidays. In this cult classic film turned live stage musical, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, seek shelter at a mysterious old castle on a dark and stormy night, where they encounter transvestite scientist Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Dr. Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named "Rocky." Complete with call-outs, cascading toilet paper, and an array of other audience participation props included with every ticket purchased, this deliberately kitschy rock 'n' roll sci-fi gothic thriller will be more outrageous than ever!
CAST
Christian Gonzalez as Riff Raff, Jonas David Grey^ as Dr. Scott, Warren Harris as Phantom, Danielle Harrow^ as Magenta, Alexandra Hemphill as Eddie / Science Fiction Soloist, Eva Hellerbach as Phantom / Science Fiction Soloist, Amber Hooper as Janet Weiss, Allison Jordan as Phantom / Science Fiction Soloist, Shaunyce Lee as Phantom / Science Fiction Soloist, Nancy Linden as the Narrator, Brandon McKnight* as Rocky, Nicholas Miles^ as Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter, Connor Moore^ as Brad Majors, and Annie Moreno as Columbia.
PRODUCTION
Choreographed by Quae Simpson^. Music Directed by Jay Walton with Stage Management by River Hansen^ with Assistant Stage Management provided by Nicholle D’Anna. Costume Design by April Forrer^, Set Design by PJ Carbonell^ with Assistant Set Design provided by Andrew Spriggs. Lighting Design by Thomas P. Gardner^ and Sound Design by Sam Lee^. Safer Spaces Training provided by Shawna Potter of Hollaback! Baltimore, and intimacy consulting provided by Chelsea Pace of Theatrical Intimacy Education.
CRITICAL ACCLAIM
“It’s hard to imagine a more thoroughly enjoyable theatrical experience, pure fun embracing differences and celebrating sexuality.” - DC Metro Theatre Arts
“Alert to audience reactions and call-outs, the cast responds while seldom losing a beat in their timing. The company is able to foster a real sense of community with the audience, creating a joyfully queer emotional space for the evening.” - DC Metro Theatre Arts
“There’s a lot to be raucous about. ‘The Time Warp,’ vivaciously choreographed by Quae Simpson, has never been so warped. The costumes have never been sexier than in April Forrer’s varied and colorful design.” - DC Metro Theatre Arts
“Sean Elias’ skilled direction amps up the sexuality always present in the show.” - DC Metro Theatre Arts
* Appearing through an agreement between Iron Crow Theatre and Actors' Equity Association, the union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
^ Indicates Iron Crow Theatre Resident Artist.