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Adam Strong (Frank n Furter) Photo credit David Freeman |
THE Rock and Roll Musical from 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.
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Adam Strong (Frank n Furter) Photo credit David Freeman |
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 5th April
at Darlington Hippodrome.