The Invisibility Cloak is officially off, and the fishnets are on. Vogue has released the first-look images of Luke Evans as Dr. Frank-N-Furter and the cast for the upcoming Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show, and it’s safe to say the “macho” era of Gaston and Dracula is taking a backseat to something much more… sexy.
The New Master of the Mansion
Directed by Tony winner Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!), this revival at Studio 54 promises a “musicult” experience that leans into the raw, rebellious spirit of the 1973 original. Evans, making his long-awaited Broadway debut, describes his Frank-N-Furter as a mix of “slinky, sultry, and menace.”
“I want him to feel attractive in many, many different ways so that men and women can look at him and go, ‘Hmmm.'” — Luke Evans to Vogue
The Cast
This isn’t just a revival; it’s a star-studded musical from Transylvania. The production features an incredible ensemble of Broadway veterans and high-profile debuts.
| Character | 2026 Broadway Cast | Claim to Fame |
| Dr. Frank-N-Furter | Luke Evans | Beauty and the Beast, The Hobbit |
| Janet Weiss | Stephanie Hsu | Everything Everywhere All at Once |
| Brad Majors | Andrew Durand | Shucked, Dead Outlaw |
| Magenta | Juliette Lewis | Yellowjackets, Cape Fear |
| Riff Raff | Amber Gray | Hadestown |
| Columbia | Michaela Jaé Rodriguez | Pose, Loot |
| Eddie / Dr. Scott | Harvey Guillén | What We Do in the Shadows |
| Rocky | Josh Rivera | The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes |
| The Narrator | Rachel Dratch | Saturday Night Live |
While Tim Curry will always be Dr. Frank-N-Furter in our hearts, it’s fantastic that a new generation can find joy in Evans ‘ pelvic thrusts. And judging by the images, he looks like a fantastic choice to fill Tim Curry’s high heels.
An Expensive Production
One big difference between the 1975 classic and the new show is the budget. The original was made for under $2 million, which wouldn’t even cover the wardrobe of the new show. Its characters wear Versace, Dior, and Dolce & Gabbana. The cost of just raising the curtain is an estimated $10 million.
Key Dates for Your Calendar
If you’re planning to do the Time Warp, don’t wait—opening night tickets have already vanished like Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s inhibitions. Previews kicked off last night! The Official Opening Night is on April 23, 2026, with the final performance on June 21 at Studio 52 in NYC. Get your tickets now. If you can’t make it to the show, don’t worry, at some point it will make it onto Blu-ray.
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- Luke Evans as Dr. Frank-N-Furter
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- Stephanie Hsu and Andrew Durand as Janet and Brad – Via Variety
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- Juliette Lewis, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Amber Gray – Via Variety
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- Harvey Guillén, Rachel Dratch – Via Variety
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- Josh Rivera as Rocky – Via Variety
If you’re looking for more on the Rocky Horror Picture Show, there is a killer documentary, Strange Journey, that is fantastic. You can learn more here. Want to see Tim Curry “make a man?” You can stream the original right now on Prime Video and Apple TV. If you want a physical copy? You can get it on DVD from Amazon for just $6.99. Here’s a look back at the trailer for this iconic film, one of the best ever made.
