Shadow cast rehearsal

Ximena Mier and Delaney Fairley dodge chairs during a final dress rehearsal for 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' at Johns Hopkins University.

“We are a serious ... no we're not a serious theater group”

Tim Curry’s legacy

Tim Curry’s death at 80 sparked renewed interest in his iconic role as Frank-N-Furter in 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'.

Frank-N-Furter role

Ximena Mier, a junior studying opera, landed the Frank-N-Furter role after researching Tim Curry’s interviews and behind-the-scenes footage.

Queer community impact

The shadow cast provides a safe space for queer students to express themselves outside gender norms since 1975.

“Without Tim Curry we wouldn't have such an open queer community for so many people”

Shadow cast tradition

Johns Hopkins University shadow cast performs 'Rocky Horror' four times yearly with a focus on inclusive queer participation.

First show callback

The cast added a callback shouting 'Tim Curry' when Frank-N-Furter raises his glass to honor the actor’s legacy.

Brad Majors role

Jason Lafita, a senior, plays Brad Majors, a character who spends much of the movie in his underwear.

Community impact

The shadow cast helps queer students connect and find safe spaces during turbulent times for the LGBTQ+ community.

“I'm really grateful for the tradition of shadow casts to be there to help provide a safe space for queer people”

First show advice

Hopkins students recommend walking into the first show blind with an open mind to embrace the experience.

“You can be anybody and you can come here ... and you can just become somebody else on the stage here”

Upcoming shows

The Hopkins shadow cast will perform 'Rocky Horror' on Oct 30 at Arellano Theater and M&T Bank Exchange from Oct 29-31.