Until two months ago, the only thing I knew of Rocky Horror was the GLEE special they did. But when my boyfriend was cast as Rocky in the university's production, I quickly understood the William Schuester version was, somehow, PG. After weeks of hearing about rehearsals, I thought I would know what I was walking into. But nothing can prepare you for the event that is "Rocky Horror."
The show starts before you even leave your room, as the audience typically all dresses up. Some people here and there dress up as main characters, but largely the attire is simply gothic slutty. Lots of black, red, lace, leather, and, of course, the classic red lip. Everyone dresses all out, and honestly, walking in and seeing everyone's fun costumes was one of my favorite parts.
The lines for "Rocky" are notoriously long at my school, with people lining up far before doors open. Getting there early has its perks besides a shorter wait outdoors, however. Once inside you can mingle with the characters during "Sex Museum," and then in the last half hour before the show they play the Virgin Games. If it is your first time at "Rocky," they will draw a red "V" on your forehead in lipstick, and you are eligible to go on stage and "compete." When I went, they played three games: change clothes with your partner, lick a cream pie between someone's thighs, and best orgasm, all of which I'll let you figure out.
Once the show finally begins, after the Rocky Pledge, the actors came out. Everyone was phenomenal, and the energy was electric. I was in the back so it was difficult to see, not to mention the show was performed in a bar, so it could be difficult to hear. I can honestly say that I still have no idea what the plot was, but I can tell you it was raunchy and wild.
It was so good, in fact, I went back the next night. The energy was outstanding, as were the performers, and everyone was so kind. It is a wild experience, it is an out-there experience, and it is a must-go at least once in your life experience. If you have the chance, experience the madness and come up to the lab.
