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The Rocky Horror Tribute Show Royal Court Theatre - Wednesday 3rd May, 2006
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So then a little history for you all. The Rocky Horror Show was born at the Royal Court's tiny Theatre Upstairs on Saturday, 16th June 1973. It was raining. Fast forward to 2005 and the Royal Court Theatre conduct a poll to find the People's Choice of favourite shows to celebrate their 50th anniversary in 2006. Up against many famous plays such as Look Back in Anger Rocky romps home as the clear winner, much to the delight as surprise of fans as there is a promise of the winner being performed once more at the Royal Court. Rocky Horror Company and The Royal Court Theatre decide that instead of the normal show, the evening of 3rd May 2006 will be a special concert style event with tickets sold at a premium in aid of Amnesty International UK and the Royal Court Theatre. Richard rewrites the narration for the show and a cast of performers is put together from previous stars of the show and other amazing performers. The Royal Court's Theatre Upstairs holds only around 60, so the show is presented in the main theatre, seating around 370. Tickets go on sale priced at £50, £100, £200 and £350 each. Rocky Horror Company also feels that the fans should have an opportunity to be at the show and run a competition exclusively here on timewarp.org.uk for twenty one fans to win a ticket to the night for the cost of a text entry. There are some happy people when the winners are announced to say the least. The event sells out a couple of days before the performance. Tickets are reported as being sold on-line for up to £800 each. Richard mentions in a tv interview that anyone making a profit on the ticket should donate at least half to Amnesty International. On the night itself some people unable to get tickets manage to sit in the bar area and watch the video feed. Then things get really good when the cast is announced. Richard O'Brien, Patricia Quinn, Little Nell and Rayner Bourton on stage for the first time in 33 years, back where it all began. They are joined by one of the best Frank's ever Anthony Headas well as original transylvanian's from the Rocky Horror Picture Show, Christopher Biggins and doing the final Time WarpPerry Bedden. Sharing the role of Frank N Furter was Michael Ball and Toyah Wilcox, Kraig Thornber, Ade Edmondson, Sophie Lawrence, Robin Cousins, Steve Pemberton, Tony Slattery, Jamie Theakston, Amy Field, Gary Amers, Ben Richards, Joanne Farrell, Stephen Gately and Julian Littmanmade up the rest of the cast. Michael White, original producer of the show was in the audience, along with Sue Blane and Kimi Wong on the night. Directed by Christopher Luscombe, the concert itself was a unique Rocky experience. Amongst the fans there had been a lot of discussion whether to dress in costume or not, Rocky Company were more than happy for people to wear what they wanted, there were quite a few of us travelling straight from work though. On the night there was a nice mix of costumes and our version of smart clothes to compliment the suits and posh frocks. One thing that all the fans had agreed on was we wouldn't be shouting out the normal audience participation, the chance to hear Rocky performed at the Royal Court was enough and to be honest as the narration was making up for all the action between songs, it wouldn't have worked anyway. Everyone danced the Time Warp of course! The performers were mostly dressed in smart black clothes, with the odd Jacket or prop and minimal make up. The band were on stage with the performers and the place rocked! The night was to say the least one of the best Rocky events anyone can remember, when else are you going to see four of the original cast back where it all began? We have a little section for those that were there on the night in the audience to prove the fact to the world. Check out the I was there and I can prove it! section to see how to add your name to the list. Sitting in the bar doesn't count by the way. Stephanie and I also got to attend the aftershow party and everyone we spoke to there was thrilled they had been a part of this piece of Rocky Horror history. Perry Bedden took lots of backstage images and you can see them here or via the gallery link above. We also gained written permission to use some images from the performance itself that appeared in the press the next day. You can also buy prints of the images from the picture agency by following the links on that page. We'd love you to send us your images of the night for the Fans Gallerypage. Use our Contact us Form to send them in. Add details of who is in the images if possible. The event was filmed with five cameras. At the time we were told it was intended just as an archive recording of this historic event, but......TimeWarp rep Saffron spotted a DVD release scheduled for 14th October 2008 on a USA online retailer site. The DVD is also now to be released in the UK on 10th November and we've been sent the Press Releases and artwork for the disc to use on this site as well as a preview disc. Click here for more info and buying link(s). One really nice side effect of the recording was some of the lucky winners were moved to even better seats to make way for the static cameras. There was also a very nice brochure produced for the night, with some original images from 1973. We've added full details of this to the Collectors Corner section of the site and we have news on how you can still buy a copy (still valid as of Saturday, April 14th, 2007). A big thank to Richard, Pat, Nell, Tony, Adrian, and all the performers, to the backstage crew, to the Royal Court and to Christopher, Meryl and all of Rocky Horror Company, to Shaun and Liz, and of course all the fans that helped make it one of the best ever Rocky Horror events we've been to. Back to the top of the page  Amnesty International's press release page for the show Joanne Weir sent us this report on who played which role in the show. Here's a quick rundown of the actual show....It was basically all of the songs, with narrators filling in the story in between them. No-one was in costume, all were dressed in black formalwear, except for the 2 Franks who wore make up & heels with their outfits. Introduction - Richard O'Brien and he introduced Michael White, original producer of the show who was in the audience. Narrators - Christopher Biggins (RHPS), Rayner Bourton (Rocky 1973), Robin Cousins (Frank 1995), Steve Pemberton, Tony Slattery & Jamie Theakston Science Fiction - Patricia Quinn Dammit Janet - Ade Edmondson (Brad 1990) as Brad, & Sophie Lawrence (Janet 1994) as Janet There's a Light (Over at The Frankenstein Place) - Ade Edmondson as Brad, Sophie Lawrence as Janet & Kraig Thornber (Riff Raff 1994) as Riff Raff The Timewarp - Toyah Wilcox as Magenta, Kraig Thornber as Riff Raff & Amy Field as Columbia Sweet Transvestite - Anthony Head (Frank 1991 & 1995) as Frank The Sword of Damocles - Gary Amers as Rocky I Can Make You a Man - Anthony Head as Frank Hot Patootie - Ben Richards as Eddie I Can Make You a Man (Reprise) - Anthony Head as Frank Touch - A Touch Me - Joanne Farrell (Janet 1995) as Janet Once in a While - Stephen Gately as Brad Eddie's Teddy - Anthony Head as Frank, Amy Field as Columbia & Julian Littman as Dr Scott Dammit Janet - Anthony Head as Frank, Joanne Farrell as Janet & Toyah Wilcox as Magenta Floorshow - Michael Ball as Frank, Joanne Farrell as Janet, Ade Edmondson as Brad, Gary Amers as Rocky & Amy Field as Columbia I'm Going Home - Michael Ball as Frank Superheroes - Joanne Farrell as Janet & Ade Edmondson as Brad Science Fiction (Reprise) - Patricia Quinn Encore - Timewarp - Richard O'Brien, Patricia Quinn & Little Nell Sue Blane, Perry Beden was also there (RHPS), Kimi Wong (RHPS) was around too, Mel Smith, Richard Wilson & Jennifer Saunders were also there. Christopher Luscombe, director of the current UK tour of Rocky Horror also directed this show. The competition winners, drawn at random by computer, were.......... Stephen Bennett, Emma Simpson, Jacqui Tillotson, Jason Tandy, Sarah Lloyd, Tom Bradshaw, Paul Linghorn, Michelle Rockliffe, David Wordley, Clare Wayne, Caroline Parker, Jo Kirkland, Barbara Wilson, Andrew Beswick, Jennifer Bell, Nikki Cross, Davide Sahner, Sam Beavis, Mitch Kolebuk, Jenny Rosbottom and Joanne Weir. To paraphrase the words of the original Magena herself, Patricia Quinn.....They're all lucky. © Performance images used on timewarp.org.uk with written permission of Rex Features. Please do not reproduce these images on any other site. Some of these images are available to order as prints from Rex Features Print Sales, along with many other Rocky Horror images. Click here for more details.

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As Chester in Monarch, Anthony's brought a little bit of Essex charm to Scotland. Having made his fortune in poultry, Chester's been ruffling some feathers by chasing Isobel, much to Paul's annoyance. Anthony joined us after the show on Sunday 14th November for a live interview about ladies' cardigans, high heels and the Highlands. The first question was from JoJo: How on earth does filming in the peaceful wonderful setting of monarch of the glen compare to the madness of monsters, vampires and Joss Whedon!Anthony Head: Horses for different courses really. The thing that attracted me to Chester was that it was unlike anything anybody's seen me do before… and it was fun! Question from Kelly: what made you choose Monarch over other projects?Anthony Head: I look to see what I can bring to something and where it puts me in the way people perceive me and if I can change things a little, I do. Chester was a long way from anything anybody knows me for. It's about constantly reinventing yourself. I don't want to be in a position like a well-known film star who recently said he'd become disenchanted with the business because he was bored with doing the same thing. I still find it a challenge and I love it. Question from Anya: Does Tony have any real links to Scotland and The Highlands?Anthony Head: Yes, quite a few. My father's Christian name is Seafield, after the Earl of Seafield or something. But also, while I was up there I went up to Grantown on Spey, because my grandparents were Grants. But I didn't go further than the gatehouse of the family seat. I thought it was rude! Question from Ralph: Do you have any unfortunate relatives called Richard?Anthony Head: (Laughing) No, but I did hear about an army guy called Major Richard Head. Question from Anne: Did you have to learn to shoot for the role of "Chester"?Anthony Head: Briefly, yes. And I've already had several offers to teach me to shoot properly. Happily, I don't shoot though and I have no intention of shooting - anything! We didn't have to do many takes of the clay pigeon shooting because I wasn't actually shooting at anything. We shot with blanks which don't really have much of a recoil but when I shot with a proper shot I nearly bruised my eye because the recoil was stronger and my eye was too close. Question from Lara: did you find it daunting coming into a well established series like Monarch?Anthony Head: Not at all. The director was a friend. I've never worked with him before but it was fun. We have a very similar idea of what was required. And Chester's whole being seems to be about winding everybody up so I just got in there and had a good time! (Laughs) I didn't really care. Question from Rebecca: Do you think Chester will be around for a while in Monarch and does he actually have a soft spot for Isobel or is he just winding Paul up?Anthony Head: I guess we'll find out, on both counts... Natasha: I'm a huge Buffy fan (love Giles) and i was wondering....what ever happened to Ripper (the show...as there were rumours of you and Joss doing a series based on Giles)? Anthony Head: Erm, it's not dead... Joss still wants to do something. It may end up as a two hour film as part of a series of films about various characters. He wants to do something with Spike and maybe with Xander. He still wants to shoot it but the world needs Joss Whedon to do some movies and that's what he's doing. Question from Amy: If there was anything that you could have done with Giles apart from being evil, what would it have been?Anthony Head: Been more evil. Question from Marc: Are there any plans for you to participate in any other Little Britain sketches?Anthony Head: No, I mean, I am the Prime Minister and hopefully will remain thus ever so. The second series is moving to BBC1. I think there were some slight fears they might have to cut some stuff. It's pretty cool, if not a little disturbing in places! Question from Britt: After working in Rocky Horror, have you ever worn those pumps around the house? Anthony Head: (Laughing) They weren't pumps, they were three and a half inch heels. Once Sarah caught me in them I didn't really put them on again. But she also caught me wearing some of her cardigans, which was more disturbing. Question from Sharon: There are rumours of a Little Britain stage show that will tour next year - do you know if your schedule will allow you to take part? Anthony Head: I have no idea. The boys have talked about it and I guess, if I'm around, I'll do it. But I don't think it'd be regular. Who knows? I think it'd be a great show. We did one sketch at the Albert Hall, at the Great British Comedy Night. It was great fun. The Jamie Theakston sketch. It was fun doing it live. Question from Caitlin: You have released a successful album and are constantly being badgered at conventions to sing! What music do you have in your CD player in the car or at home at the moment and whose music puts you in the mood for lurve?!! Anthony Head: Oh, it's a funny old mix. The car - it's a mixture of an old David Crosbie song, cos I'm going to do a song with my daughter. A bit of Norah Jones, a bit of The Pixies. But at the moment, I'm waiting to buy Kings of Leon and Snow Patrol. And also, there's a song by Beck which I love which is on the soundtrack of The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. It's a beautiful cover. I can't remember what it's called but it's a classic cover. Hopefully, I'll get an MP3 player and be able to get single songs on it rather than a whole album. And for lurve, usually some classic soul does it for me. A bit of Aretha. Question from Simon: What’s your favourite cheese?Anthony Head: (Thinks) I do like Brie. I always come back to Brie. It's simple yet subtly complex. Question from Rebecca: How do you feel about the idea that you've managed to make libraries look sexy? Anthony Head: Suits me fine! I'm not quite sure how! I blew up my library. But there WAS a snake in it at the time… Question from Noria: You've recently done "Now, Voyager" for BBC Radio 4 and I was wondering: How do you do a stage kiss for radio?Anthony Head: On the back of my hand. We did try kissing for real and it just sounded... well crap, basically. It just didn't sound like anything, much, so I just did it on the back of my hand. Question from Meg: What is it like working on 'Little Britain'? By the way, you'd be a cool prime minister. Anthony Head: It's absolutely horrible and I'm extremely uncomfortable with Matt and David. (laughs) No, they're actually lovely guys and really generous. They're not precious about their work and if you have an idea, they welcome it, which makes it a lot of fun. Question from Nash: During the filming of True Horror for the Discovery Channel, did you come across anything that surprised you? For example a legend being more real than you expected?Anthony Head: Oh, yes! Pretty much every episode had something which not only took me by surprise but took my breath away. And as the series went on it got more and more real. Zombies, in particular, was scary. Demons, had its moments. Pretty much every episode had something that stopped me dead in my tracks and I hope, will do the same for the audience. In the first episode, about vampires, we investigated a recent case where a family had disinterred their grandfather and ripped his heart out with a pitch-fork because he was a vampire. What took me by surprise was that it's a common ritual! This was in Romania. We went all over, to Transylvania, to Vlad the Impaler's castle. It's extraordinary stuff! Question from Debbie: What piece of your work are you most proud of?Anthony Head: Two things. A stage play called Rope which we did in Chichester. And Spooks. I mean, Buffy is up there. And Frank N Furter is up there too. Basically, when the characters take over and you can lose yourself in a character it's very exciting. You don't recognise yourself. Question from Linda: What was the most unusual acting job you've been offered and why did you accept or turn it down?Anthony Head: Hmm… I guess Frank N Furter was the most... Well, actually no. I'm doing something at the moment. It's a movie called Click directed and written by Oliver Parker. I'm playing Piper Perabo's father. Normally, I wouldn't be cast in the role. The character's like a worn-out old shoe. He's extremely hen-pecked and put-upon. It's not a part I would normally be cast in but Oliver wanted me. And from the beginning it was made clear that if I could present myself as five years older the part was mine. I've resorted to using not too much make up. I'm wearing Hush Puppies and wonderfully ill-fitting suits. And Celia Imrie is my long-suffering wife. Question from Jessica: You are really an inspirational person to many people but my question is, who inspires you?Anthony Head: Sarah Fisher. And thank you, to Jessica. Don't let me take myself too seriously. Sarah is my long-suffering partner. She always give praise where it's due and constructive criticism where it's needed. I also owe a vote of thanks to my acting teacher. He's called Milton Katzelas. Question from Dominic: Do you ever regret making *that* tv ad?Anthony Head: I couldn't possibly! If I hadn't done that TV ad, I wouldn't have been in the position where I needed to be to open up the marketplace. I wouldn't have looked further afield in Los Angeles and I wouldn't have been able to open the doors that I could in America. And we wouldn't have the home that we do. Or the farm, where Sarah's able to do the work that she does. And given the same opportunities, I would do it again in a flash!