The Rocky Horror Show

Ohio Shakespeare Festival

Akron, OH
Professional Theatre

By: Richard O'Brien

October 8 - November 1, 2026

Show Description:

Newly engaged couple Brad and Janet get a flat tire during a storm. They seek assistance at the nearby Frankenstein Place, where they meet Frank N Furter and his household of other-worldy weirdos.

This is the cult musical theatre classic that became the iconic film starring Tim Curry. Featuring unforgettable songs played by our live rock band: “Sweet Transvestite”, “Damnit Janet”, “The Timewarp”, and all the others you’re expecting.

“Goodie bags” for audience participation sold at the door. Sorry—no DIY goodie bags allowed.

Please do not bring your own items for audience participation moments. To keep you and actors safe, we will sell goodie bags with pre-approved interactive items. Shout outs encouraged!

Staff and Cast

Director: Jan Guarino
Musical Director: John Ebner

Cast:

Showtimes:

8pm Thursday (10/8 only)
8pm Fridays
8pm Saturdays (10/17 is a benefit performance*, 10/31 at 11:59pm instead)
7pm Sundays (10/12 at 7:30pm instead)

Tickets

$5 - $60 (Benefit tickets are $100)

(330) 574-2537

Order Tickets Online
Order Benefit Tickets Online

Preview Night ($15 tickets): Thursday October 8
Pay What You Will Night: Sunday October 11
MIDNIGHT SHOW: Saturday, October 31

*Benefit info: (Link HERE)

"How do you do? You are cordially invited to the Frankenstein Place for a Frank-N-Furter’s Halloween Ball. Wear your most outrageous Rocky Horror garb or your Halloween costume (or just whatever you want!), join us early for food and drink, have your fortune told, enjoy a live performance of The Rocky Horror Show, and stay afterward for dancing and drinks on the stage with the cast and crew and karaoke in the bar. This event is appropriate for 18+.

These annual galas are a wonderful way to support Ohio Shakes and the local artists who bring live, local theatre to our city."

Health and Safety Guidelines

- We are no longer enforcing mask-wearing in the theatre.

- We will not require proof of vaccination status or negative test results for these performances.

- If you would like to request socially distanced seating, you may do so by contacting the box office directly at 330-5-SHAKES or email johnpeters@ohioshakespeare.com

Content Advisories

Content warnings: sexual content; best for 18+ audience; traditional audience “call-outs” can be filthier than the show itself.

Location:

Greystone Hall
6th Floor
103 South High Street
Akron, OH 44308

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