'Rocky Horror Picture Show' to rock The Sphere in Las Vegas in 2027
USA Today • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The Las Vegas Sphere announced a new immersive production of the 1975 cult classic "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," set to debut in 2027, following the success of "The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere."
- The production will utilize Sphere Studios' advanced technology, projecting the film on a 160,000-square-foot wraparound LED screen with enhanced visuals and spatial audio to create a fully immersive experience.
- The interactive elements of the original "Rocky Horror Picture Show," including audience participation with costumes, shouting lines, singing, and prop throwing, will be preserved and enhanced in this new version.
- The announcement highlights the cultural impact of the film, starring Tim Curry as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, and aims to elevate the immersive audience experience pioneered by Sphere Entertainment CEO Jim Dolan.
- This follows the massive success of "The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere," which has generated over $400 million in ticket sales and sold more than 3 million tickets since its 2022 debut.
