Rocky Horror is 40! Here are 5 Ways to Celebrate.
I would like, if I may, to take you on a strange journey. It’s the fortieth anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and this Halloween is the perfect time to celebrate. Now let’s be clear, the anniversary honours the original musical that the cult movie is based on, the root of all of the alien transvestite fabulousness. So I propose we celebrate this milestone, but there’s no need to find a hunting lodge for rich weirdos, I’ll help you find a less dangerous way to party that avoids Dr. Frank’s castle. Here are some ideas:
MAC Cosmetics Rocky Horror Picture Show Collection
Ladies, we all know that there is nothing sexier than red lipstick, and this collection has four hot shades along with everything else you need to recreate Dr. Frank ‘N Furter’s signature look. And what better way is there to honor a movie in which the entire cast ultimately ends up in corsets and fishnets, then making yourself more fabulous? The best part is every piece of the collection is packaged with the ubiquitous Rocky Horror lips, so you’ll be the envy of everyone in the room when you touch up. So grab your garter belt and head over to MAC for some dramatic glitter before you make your way to the floor show.
Rocky Horror Cabaret at Lower Ossington Theater
The Lower Ossington has been doing the Time Warp for 7 years now. They put on two performances daily, and on Fridays and Saturdays your show ticket gets you into a costume dance party with the cast after the show. The best part is that October 23rd is the sing-along show. What better way to celebrate than to give yourself over to absolute pleasure and belt Hot Patootie at the top of your lungs? If you’re not in Toronto, check online for a local show.
Rocky Horror Shadowcast
No matter where you are, you can usually find a monthly Rocky Horror performance. If you’ve never been to a shadowcast, it’s time for you to check it out! A local cast re-enacts the movie while it is screened in the theatre. The highlight is the audience participation, so make sure you take the necessities if you go. A party hat, a water gun, a lighter, some toast, and a newspaper are just some of the props you’ll need to party along.
Rocky Horror Convention
Yes, there is a convention, after all it’s not every year a Sweet Transvestite turns 40! The idea of a room filled with Frank ‘N’ Furters, Rif Rafs, Magentas and Columbias, makes me so gleefully happy that I can’t wait to grab my heels and join them. Dates and locations for the convention are yet to be announced, but keep an eye on Rockyhorror.org for news.
Rockypedia
Now if all of this sounds intimidating, or you just need help sourcing a gold sequined top hat, you can always get lost for a few hours in the Rockypedia. It is the quintessential source for everything from the cast to the audience participation lines. There’s even a link to a guide for Rocky Horror *gasp* virgins. So if you’re planning your costume and are not sure how Brad’s cummerbund should be pleated (yes, this can be a legitimate concern!) then come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab, you’ll be glad you did.
