The Rocky Horror Show

Name: The Rocky Horror Show
Start: 2026-06-27T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-25T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Studio 54, Midtown, Manhattan

BroadwayCult classic

Rocky Horror was a stage show before it was a midnight movie, and live is how it works best: a rock band, a sweat-soaked Time Warp, and an audience that knows exactly when to yell. Staging it inside Studio 54 — the actual temple of 1970s hedonism — is the kind of venue-material match Broadway rarely gets right. Saturday night is peak costume attendance. It's the rowdiest, campiest big-house night in town right now.

What to expect

A fast, loud ~two hours with heavy audience interaction — many attendees dress up, and participation packs or house rules on call-backs vary by performance. Expect adult humor throughout; it's a late-ish 8:30 Saturday curtain.

Good to know

Studio 54 is at 254 W 54th St — N/Q/R/W to 57 St or B/D/E to 7 Av
Costumes encouraged; check the theater's policy on props before bringing your own rice
Distinctly adult content — leave the kids home
The Saturday 8:30pm show draws the most dressed-up crowd
Bar service leans into themed cocktails; arrive early

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Common questions

Can I shout the call-backs like at the movie?

Participation is part of the show, but follow the production's house rules — some performances formalize it more than others.

Is it the movie on stage?

It's the original 1973 stage musical the movie was based on — same story and songs, live band, more chaos.

The Rocky Horror Show

What to expect

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