The Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show, currently playing at Studio 54, has cancelled its performance for the evening of June 13. The production confirmed the cancellation via an Instagram story posted to the show’s official account.
Why the cancellation matters
This production is a high-profile revival of the cult classic musical, which officially opened on April 23 and earned nine Tony nominations. The staging features a prominent cast led by Luke Evans as Frank-N-Furter, alongside Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez. According to the production, the musical has already been extended through July 19. The cancellation interrupts a run that has brought the 1973 Richard O’Brien classic back to Broadway following a history that includes a 2000 Broadway revival and a 2023 West End production.
What happens next
Ticketholders for the June 13 performance may need to await further instruction from the production or venue regarding rescheduling or refunds. While the production has not released details regarding the reason for the cancellation, the show is currently scheduled to continue its run at Studio 54. Future updates regarding the performance schedule are likely to be disseminated through the official production channels or via Roundabout Theatre, which manages the venue operations.
Context of the production
The current staging, directed by Sam Pinkleton, continues the long-standing legacy of The Rocky Horror Show. Since its 1973 premiere at London’s Royal Court Theatre, the property has reached an estimated 40 million people in 15 languages. While the original 1975 Broadway debut ran for only 45 showings, the property found enduring success through its film adaptation, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. This current revival, featuring choreography by Ani Taj and music direction by Kris Kukul, marks the latest chapter for a show that has maintained a significant cultural impact for over five decades.
