Tim Curry Leads ‘Rocky Horror’ Cast in Electrifying 50th Anniversary Celebration

The iconic cult classic, ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show,’ celebrated its monumental 50th anniversary this past Friday night with a special screening and star-studded reunion at the Academy Museum. Legendary star Tim Curry, who immortalized Dr. Frank-N-Furter, was joined by fellow cast members Barry Bostwick (Brad Majors), Patricia Quinn (Magenta), Nell Campbell (Columbia), and producer Lou Adler.

Curry was met with a resounding standing ovation from a sold-out, costumed audience, many of whom clutched prop kits. With his signature wit, he acknowledged the film’s enduring legacy, quipping, “I’m so excited by this and very honored by the Academy to do this presentation of our movie, which has dragged on for 50 years.”

During the event, Curry shared insights into the genesis of his iconic character. He recalled initially portraying Frank-N-Furter with a German accent in the stage production, which director Jim Sharman found uninspired. The distinctive accent was later perfected after observing two upper-class women on a London bus. Curry also recounted his initial discomfort with the professional makeup artist Pierre La Roche for the film, preferring a more ‘smudged’ look over the polished aesthetic.

Reflecting on five decades of devoted fandom, Curry expressed deep gratitude for the film’s resonance, particularly within the LGBTQ community. “The message of the film — don’t dream it, be it — is very important,” he stated, emphasizing that the movie “gives anyone permission to behave as badly as they really want, in whatever way and with whom. And I’m proud of that.” He also noted that while the role was defining, it didn’t hinder his subsequent career, citing a director who assured him, “If you can play Frank-N-Furter, you can play anything.”

The evening concluded with Curry candidly addressing his health following a 2012 stroke, which has left him using a wheelchair. With characteristic humor, he remarked, “I still can’t walk, which is why I’m in this silly chair, and that’s very limiting. So I won’t be singing and I won’t be dancing very soon. I still have real problems with my left leg.” He then playfully declared, “It’s awfully late, isn’t it? Why don’t we show the pic?” before the screening commenced, leaving the audience with a memorable tribute to a film that continues to inspire and entertain generations.

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