Umpqua Actors Community Theatre To Host Halloween Screenings Of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’

ROSEBURG, Ore. - Umpqua Actors Community Theatre (UACT) is bringing The Rocky Horror Picture Show to Roseburg this Halloween, with two special movie screenings planned for Saturday, October 31. The event will mark the first time the community theatre has hosted a movie screening, with tickets priced at $5 thanks to sponsorship from Aviva Health.

Following the conclusion of its youth production of Time Warped, UACT announced plans to continue the Halloween festivities with screenings of the 1975 cult-classic musical film. Unlike the theatre's recent stage production, the Halloween event will feature the original movie rather than a live performance.

Two screenings are scheduled, with the first beginning at 7:30 p.m. and a second at midnight. Both are open exclusively to adults ages 18 and older.

Known for its music, eccentric characters, and audience participation, The Rocky Horror Picture Show has developed a dedicated following over the past five decades. The film stars Tim Curry as Dr. Frank-N-Furter and features memorable musical numbers, including "Time Warp."

UACT is encouraging audience members to dress up for the occasion, although costumes are not required. Three attendees at each screening will be selected to receive prizes for their costumes.

The theatre will also offer optional audience participation prop bags for an additional $2. During certain scenes, event hosts will guide attendees through using the items in their bags to interact with the film. Each bag will include a card explaining when and how to participate.

The screenings will also serve as an opportunity for UACT to put its new LED wall to use in a different way. While the theatre regularly hosts live productions, it has never previously screened a movie for an audience.

In its announcement, UACT described the event as an experiment made possible by the new technology and invited the community to take part in the theatre's first movie-screening experience.

Keeping admission affordable was another priority for organizers. With support from community sponsor Aviva Health, tickets will cost $5 each, not including ticketing fees.

UACT said the goal is not to generate revenue but to bring adults together for a Halloween celebration centered around the film and its longstanding cultural following. Organizers also described the event as an opportunity to pay tribute to Tim Curry, whose portrayal of Dr. Frank-N-Furter became one of the movie's defining performances.

Both screenings will take place at Umpqua Actors Community Theatre, located at 1614 W. Harvard Avenue in Roseburg.

Tickets for the October 31 screenings are available through the theatre's website at www.uact-theatre.com.

The event follows UACT's October 8-18 run of Time Warped, giving local audiences another opportunity to experience the music and traditions associated with The Rocky Horror Picture Show during the Halloween season.