Scottish actor and Strictly Come Dancing champion, Joe McFadden, is set to join the 50th Anniversary tour of the iconic musical phenomenon, Rocky Horror Show as it makes its way to the Wyvern Theatre this summer.
Known for his captivating performances and irresistible charm, McFadden will grace the stages of Belfast, Southend, Nottingham, and Swindon, igniting the audience’s excitement from August 7th onwards.
Joe shared his enthusiasm about joining the celebrations of this legendary show, and as an ardent fan, he can hardly contain his eagerness to slip into the role of the Narrator, donning the coveted fishnets and embarking on a mesmerising journey of Time Warping across the nation alongside the incredible ensemble of talent.
Joe said: “I’m really excited to be joining the Rocky Horror Show during the 50th anniversary tour. I’ve seen the show countless times over the years and am a massive fan so I can’t wait to join the celebrations of this iconic show. I am looking forward to donning my fishnets as the Narrator and Time Warping up and down the country with this amazing cast”.
Always capturing hearts across the country when the Rocky Horror Show goes on tour, this cast is nothing short of brilliant. West End star Stephen Webb seamlessly embraces the iconic character of Frank, effortlessly slipping into corsets and high heels with finesse. Richard Meek, returns to grace the stage as Brad, while the audience revels in the delightful presence of fan-favorite Haley Flaherty as Janet.
Kristian Lavercombe, renowned for his portrayal of Riff Raff with over 2000 performances under his belt, once again brings his unparalleled talent to the role. Darcy Finden, who made a striking professional debut last year as one of the Phantoms, now ascends to the captivating character of Columbia.
Ben Westhead astounds as Rocky, while Suzie McAdams takes on the role of the enigmatic Magenta. Joe Allen captivates the audience with his dual portrayal of Eddie and Dr. Scott. The Phantoms, will be played by Stefania Du Toit, Beth Woodcock, Reece Budin, and Fionán O’Carroll, who makes his highly anticipated professional debut. Completing the ensemble are the talented Nathan Shaw and Tyla Nurden as Swings.
Under the expert direction of Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show promises to electrify audiences with its intoxicating blend of excitement, mischief, and timeless classics. Brace yourselves for the seductive allure of “Sweet Transvestite,” the irresistible melodies of “Damn It Janet,” and, of course, the show-stopping pelvic thrusts of the iconic “Time Warp.”
Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, The Rocky Horror Show is the boldest bash of them all. But be warned, this show has rude parts!
To book tickets for the Wyvern Theatre from Monday 28th August – Saturday 2nd September 2023, please click here.
