Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
Oscar Lewenstein
Dates Performed
Tuesday 19th June 1973
Jerwood Theatre Upstairs
Tuesday 14th August 1973
Chelsea Classic
Play Details
Synopsis
1970s, Denton (fictional town)
On an ordinary evening, newly-engaged Brad and Janet find themselves stranded due to a car breakdown. Seeking shelter, they stumble upon an enigmatic mansion, where the charismatic Dr. Frank-n-Further and his eccentric entourage are on a quest to craft the perfect man, Rocky. As the night unfolds, the couple is swept into a whirlwind of peculiar events that challenge their bond. The night concludes with a dramatic turn of events, leaving Brad and Janet’s world forever changed
Cast & Creative
Cast
Jonathon Adams
Cast
Raynor Bourton
Cast
Julie Covington
Cast
Tim Curry
Cast
Christopher Malcolm
Cast
Little Nell
Cast
Richard O'Brien
Cast
Paddy O'Hagan
Cast
Patricia Quinn
Designer
Brian Thomson
What our readers say
The film based on this play is such a big hit, that it’s hard to separate the two. The play joyfully celebrates everyone’s unique identity. But some parts, like the way it portrays the transvestite character, can feel a bit off today. While it does a great job embracing different identities, especially from when it was written, some bits might feel old-fashioned now.
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