Broadway Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW - Bored and Confused?

The Rocky Horror Show is back on Broadway at Studio 54 — and after rushing the box office for a $30 ticket, I'm here to tell you whether the third Broadway revival of this 1973 cult classic actually works in 2026. In this Bored and Confused review I break down Sam Pinkleton's new Roundabout Theatre Company production starring Luke Evans as Frank-N-Furter, Rachel Dratch as the Narrator, Stephanie Hsu as Janet, Andrew Durand as Brad, Amber Gray as Riff Raff, Juliette Lewis as Magenta, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez as Columbia, Harvey Guillén as Eddie/Dr. Scott, and Josh Rivera as Rocky (I saw the understudy, Boy Radio). Was I bored? Was I confused? Does The Rocky Horror Show actually belong on a big Broadway stage in 2026, or is it best left to the cult movie? Honest answers below — plus a full cast walkthrough, my take on the costumes and set design, and three different ways to score $30 tickets. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 — Intro & Bottom-Line Verdict 1:09 — What I Knew About Rocky Horror Going In 1:47 — A Quick History of the Show (1973 to Now) 3:44 — The Plot, Spoilers and All 5:43 — Studio 54: The Vibe & The Sound Mix 8:35 — Cast Rundown: Dratch, Durand, Evans, Gray, Guillén, Hsu, Lewis, Rivera, Rodriguez 16:49 — Costumes & Set Design 20:08 — Does Rocky Horror Even Belong on Broadway? 22:08 — The Verdict: Was I Bored? Was I Confused? 23:23 — How to Get $30 Tickets (Three Ways) 🎟️ DISCOUNT TICKET OPTIONS $30 In-Person Rush at the Studio 54 box office (day-of) $30 HipTix — Roundabout's free program for theatergoers 40 and under $30 Digital Lottery via the TodayTix mobile app 👍 If you enjoyed this review, please like, comment, and subscribe — it really helps the channel grow. Production Photos by Joan Marcus 🔔 SUBSCRIBE:    / @matthewhardymusical