Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show has officially returned to Broadway, opening on April 23, 2026, at Studio 54 in New York City. The 2026 revival marks the musical’s third Broadway engagement and its first in 26 years, produced by Roundabout Theatre Company. With a cast of award-winning performers and a Tony-winning director at the helm, the production has already captured the attention of theater audiences across the country.
A Story That Has Endured for Over 50 Years
The Rocky Horror Show follows two college students, Brad and his fiancée Janet, whose car breaks down outside a mysterious mansion while on their way to visit a former professor. Inside, they encounter the charismatic Dr. Frank-N-Furter and a cast of eccentric characters — including Riff Raff, Columbia, Magenta, Eddie, and Rocky — on an adventure they will not soon forget.
The show originated at London’s Royal Court Theatre on June 19, 1973, and has been in continuous production around the world for over 52 years. The original 1975 Broadway production closed after just 45 performances, though the 1975 film adaptation became a global cult phenomenon. A revival ran for 437 performances from 2000 to 2002. Now, more than five decades since its world premiere, the show finds a new home at one of New York’s most storied venues.
The Cast Bringing Rocky Horror Back to Life
Luke Evans leads the cast as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, joined by Rachel Dratch as the Narrator, Andrew Durand as Brad, Amber Gray as Riff Raff, Harvey Guillén as Eddie and Dr. Scott, Stephanie Hsu as Janet, Juliette Lewis as Magenta, Josh Rivera as Rocky, and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez as Columbia.
Evans, known for his stage work in Miss Saigon and Rent in London and his roles in The Hobbit trilogy on film, makes his Broadway debut in the role of the mad scientist Frank-N-Furter.
Nine cast members are making their Broadway debuts with this production. The ensemble brings together performers with wide-ranging credits across film, television, and stage, making this revival notable for the breadth of experience on its roster.
Sam Pinkleton Directs
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Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton directs the production. He won the Tony for Best Direction of a Play for Oh, Mary! in 2024. The creative team also includes choreographer Ani Taj, music director Kris Kukul, and set designer dots, all of whom bring credits from recent Tony-nominated and Tony-winning Broadway productions.
The production also features costume design by Tony Award-nominee David I. Reynoso, lighting design by Tony Award-winner Jane Cox, sound design by Tony Award-winner Brian Ronan, and hair and makeup design by Drama Desk Award-nominee Alberto “Albee” Alvarado.
Studio 54: A Fitting Venue
Studio 54 is located at 254 West 54th Street in Midtown Manhattan. Originally opened as the Gallo Opera House in 1927, the venue became internationally known as a legendary nightclub from 1977 to 1986. Since 1998, it has operated as a Roundabout Theatre Company Broadway house, hosting productions including Cabaret, Pacific Overtures, and most recently Oedipus and Call Me Izzy. The venue seats approximately 1,050.
The venue’s history of spectacle and its intimate scale have made it a fitting setting for a production rooted in theatricality and communal experience.
While audience participation is not part of the staging at Studio 54 — distinguishing this production from the interactive midnight film screenings that made the franchise a cult classic — the cast invites everyone to get excited, dress to theme, and bring their own energy into the space.
The spirit of Rocky Horror, as described by Roundabout Theatre Company, is communal joy. Audiences are encouraged to embrace the world of the show while respecting that this is a live Broadway production rather than a midnight movie event.
As of April 19, 2026, the production had a total current gross of over $2.6 million, with a highest weekly gross of $815,279 and an average ticket price of $112.70. The show has been running at an average capacity of over 99%.
Audience demand prompted the production to extend its run. The revival, originally scheduled to close on June 21, has been extended through July 19, 2026, marking its first extension since opening.
What to Know Before You Go
The running time is 1 hour and 50 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission. The production includes haze, fog, strobe effects, and sexual content. Songs performed during the show include “Sweet Transvestite,” “Dammit Janet,” and “Time Warp.”
The 2026 Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show runs at Studio 54 through July 19, 2026. Tickets are available through Broadway.com and the Roundabout Theatre Company website.
