Published Date:
19 November 2009
CORSETS, sequins and feather boas...what more could someone want from a show?
Audiences can be prepared to do the Time Warp agai-ai-ai-ai-ain when the Rocky Horror Show comes to Glasgow.
From Monday, it's just a jump to the left (and then a step to the ri-i-i-ight) at the King's Theatre.
And Larbert's Haley Flaherty takes the female lead in the cult musical, playing Janet Weiss, fiance to Brad Majors.
The 29-year-old told Live: "It's a fantastic show and a great part to play – I start out as an all-American girl but that soon changes.
"It's fun and energetic. The fans are incredible – it's the first show I have done where they get really involved.
"And I've never done a show where people come back to see it so many times".
On the way to visit an old college professor, clean-cut Brad and Janet run into tyre trouble and seek help at an eerie castle.
It belongs to Dr Frank'n'Furter who is in the midst of one of his maniacal experiments.
Hayley added: "I can't wait to perform in Glasgow – and come back home to Scotland. It is always nice.
"Although there is a particular scene – in act two – I can't wait to get over with as my grandparents are coming to see it.
"I've already told my grandad to have a strong brandy at the break before it. For those who are coming who've never seen Rocky, it will be an eye opener."
With over-the-top lighting and a lavish set, the production has a 50s B-movie vibe – exactly what writer Richard O'Brien wanted.
He explained: "The more responsible fans understand that if they're not getting a good show, the best show possible, even they're dipping out aren't they?
"And if they want the best show possible, they have to allow the people on stage to give them just that. I think we've got the balance right now.
"A good sound system is essential and high-energy theatrical performances are very important.
"We know it's artificial, but within a couple of minutes we buy into it and the energy level rises".
The show starts on Monday at 7.30pm for six nights. Tickets, from £12.50, are available on 08448 717 648.
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Last Updated:
19 November 2009 2:59 PM
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