The Orpheum Theater hosted its annual screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show� in Flagstaff on October 19, featuring two performances—one at 7:30 p.m. and another at 11:30 p.m. This tradition continues the film's legacy as one of America's original "midnight movies."
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show� follows newly engaged couple Janet Weiss and Brad Majors as they navigate the eccentricities of Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s castle. This iconic rock opera, infused with glam rock and cabaret influences, is celebrated as the longest-running theater film in history and is renowned for its audience participation.
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