A Spooktacular Tour Rolls Through Wharton with THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
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EAST LANSING, MI—The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, returns to Wharton Center for an evening of musical comedy, live interaction, a costume contest, an onstage Shadow Cast, and more that will leave you doing the Time Warp for days. Tickets will be available at the Wharton Center Ticket Office, online at whartoncenter.com, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON.
Fans will be able to meet and talk with Barry Bostwick—acclaimed star of this original cult classic—in person. Bostwick iconic portrayal of “Brad Majors” has thrilled generations of fans for 50 years.
Bostwick explains why The Rocky Horror Picture Show is one of film history’s most enduring classics:
“It’s fun, noisy, and rude, and only exists today because of the dedicated fan base and incredible ‘shadow casts’ from around the world. They make it spectacular entertainment, every show. It is nicely naughty!!! They bring the party. They invite you to participate. It's rock and roll!!!” said Bostwick.
He succinctly captures the movie’s multi-generational appeal:
“Three generations of party goers have passed it down from one to another. It is a rite of passage from innocence to understanding and questioning!” commented Bostwick.
The evening will also include a memorabilia display with artifacts and costumes from the movie.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is the iconic little movie that conquered Hollywood. The hit movie stars Tim Curry as the devious and fabulous Frank-N-Furter, Meatloaf, Barry Bostwick, and Susan Sarandon as everybody's favorite nerdy couple—Brad and Janet—and the film's creator Richard O'Brien as Riff Raff. The film has become one of the longest weekly showing movies in the world. The 2023-2024 National Tour gives fans the chance to experience in person this very special interactive sensation.
Limited VIP tickets are available and include a meet and greet with Barry Bostwick. VIP tickets include prime seating, a special Rocky Horror VIP Laminate, photos, and autographs with Barry Bostwick. Visit www.whartoncenter.com for more information.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show’s National Tour is produced by The Stander Group.
