Richard O’Brien’s production of The Rocky Horror Show returned to the Liverpool Empire last night and it is as captivating as it is funny.
The production certainly lives up to its legendary history, telling the story of Brad and his fiancée Janet, two squeaky clean college kids who meet Dr Frank N Furter by chance after their car breaks down outside his house. The adventure begins as they step inside the castle and from there it is like a party, filled with fun, frivolity and outrageous outfits.
The Rocky Horror Show combines science-fiction, horror, comedy and music - all while encouraging the audience to participate - including getting dressed-up in the most outrageous fancy dress, of course. And the Liverpool Empire audience certainly didn’t let them down.
