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WHY IS ROCKY HORROR SO IMPORTANT?
The Rocky Horror Picture Show has a unique way of helping those who feel lost or out of place.
​Here are a few ways it does so:

  • Community and Belonging: The Rocky Horror Picture Show has cultivated a strong, inclusive community where people from all walks of life can come together. The audience participation and the shadow casts create a sense of belonging and camaraderie. For many, it's a place where they can be themselves without judgment.

  • Self-Expression: The film and its associated events encourage self-expression and creativity. Whether it's through dressing up in costumes, performing as part of a shadow cast, or simply participating in the audience callbacks, individuals have the opportunity to express themselves in ways they might not be able to in their everyday lives.

  • Breaking Norms: The Rocky Horror Picture Show challenges societal norms and celebrates individuality and non-conformity. This can be incredibly empowering for those who feel constrained by traditional expectations or who feel like outsiders.

  • Catharsis and Fun: The interactive nature of the screenings, with its call-and-response elements, props, and dancing, provides a form of catharsis. It's a space where people can let loose, have fun, and temporarily escape from their worries.

  • Role Models and Representation: The characters in the film, particularly Dr. Frank-N-Furter, are bold and unapologetically themselves. For many, seeing such characters can be inspiring and affirming, especially for those who might be struggling with their own identity.
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  • Tradition and Ritual: Regular screenings and annual events, like the ones held by shadow casts such as Favorite Obsessions, create a sense of tradition and ritual. This can provide stability and something to look forward to, which can be comforting for those who feel lost.

Overall, The Rocky Horror Picture Show offers a unique blend of entertainment, community, and self-discovery that can be incredibly supportive for those who feel lost or out of place.