Directed by Katalina Elizabeth Hadfield

Assistant Directed by Adara Walker

Produced by Meagan Higgins

Stage Managed by Yvette Ruiz

Lighting Designed by Jolene Peabody

Blank Conversations & Rio Grande Theatre present

Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadow Cast (2026)

October 23rd & 24th, 2026

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Blank Conversations Theatre Company & Rio Grande Theatre’s biggest event of the year returns this October with “The Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadow Cast”

Characters:

DR. FRANK-N-FURTER - The brilliant, talented, gorgeous, kind, charming, flawless mad scientist. Transsexual and Transylvanian. Seductive. Mysterious. Has a nice house.

BRAD - Seems like a nice, innocent, yuppie guy. Is an asshole (derogatory).

JANET - Seems like a nice, innocent, yuppie gal. Is a slut (complement).

RIFF RAFF & MAGENTA - Without this dynamic butler-and-maid duo, Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s nice house would be in shambles. They keep the show going and keep a close eye on their master…for very innocent and unassuming reasons. They’re maybe siblings, maybe lovers, maybe both, but definitely iconic.

COLUMBIA - Lives with Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Riff Raff, and Magenta. Just for fun I guess. She’s sweet and charming and is a good dancer. But boy does she miss her man Eddie… whatever happened to him, anyway?

EDDIE - Boy does he miss his gal Columbia…maybe he’ll sing a rock-n-roll song about it. Hey, why is it so cold in here?

DR. EVERETT V. SCOTT - He just has a few questions for Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Nothing too serious. But if he could find his missing nephew, Eddie, that would be really cool.

THE NARRATOR, or THE CRIMINOLOGIST - This man is on the case! He helps us through the story in his chic little office, and even does a little jig. But when he talks, it’s pretty boring, and we wish he’d just shut up already so we can watch Dr. Frank-N-Furter cook!!!

TRANSYLVANIANS - The most important characters in this production. These friendly folk will be greeting and interacting with the victims audience before the show, and will make up much of the scenery and props during the show. Be prepared to get down and dirty, and have an out-of-this world experience.

The ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (1975) is the tale of an innocent beautiful scientist who just wants to share their scientific advancements with the world! Fortunately, a couple of innocent-looking humans come to witness the unveiling of the scientist’s greatest creation: the world’s most gorgeous hominid. How exciting! Unfortunately, other party guests have ulterior motives. How ever will the scientist cope? Healthily, I’m sure.

This is a shadow cast. That means that the original film will play on the big screen in the background as we do our best to replicate it—in our own, special, twisted fashion, of course.

Audition Information

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  • Auditions will take place on September 20th & 21st at Rio Grande Theatre (211 N. Main) from 6:30-9:30pm. Auditioners are asked to sign up for a block of time to participate in at the link found at the bottom of this page.

  • Due to the mature nature of this show, only performers 18 years of age or older will be considered. (Sorry, kittens, your time to shine will come!)

  • 1) You will be asked to fill out an audition information sheet (provided on location).

    2) You will be asked to perform at least one, one-minute lip sync to any song or sound bite of your choosing. A Bluetooth speaker will be provided.

    • Please choose a lip sync that encapsulates the character that you are most interested in.

    • PLEASE don’t perform a song from this show. We want to see your creativity and boldness through your audio choice! 

    • You may perform one additional lip sync if you would like. But don’t get cocky. (Or better yet, do.)

    3) After your lip sync(s), you will be asked several probing questions by our panel of esteemed casting personnel.

  • Initial casting offers will begin to go out via text message starting Tuesday 9/22/26. You will have 12 hours to respond in some way, or you will be considered a "no" and the offer will go out to someone else. If you need more time to consider, please let us know within that 12 hour window how much extra time you will need, and we will make arrangements as needed.

    Please feel free to reach out to the Director, Katalina Elizabeth Hadfield, with any questions that might arise. You can reach her at katalina.hadfield@proton.me.

  • Nope! If this is your first time auditioning with Blank Conversations, please let us know! We're happy to walk you through the process and offer any guidance prior to your audition. Email us at blank@blankconversations.org with questions or comments.

  • Rehearsals will begin the week of September 27th, and will rehearse Sunday thru Thursday (excluding Tuesdays). You can find a look at the calendar at this link. Auditioners must make note of any conflicts they have at the day of their auditions via their forms.

  • Email us at blank@blankconversations.org, or sign up to be a General Member!