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Rocky Horror comes to The Reel

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“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” made its October rounds this year, landing a spot at The Reel on Oct. 29. Both the 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. showings rapidly sold out, with students crammed into the Student Center’s movie theater.

The production was sponsored by the Queer Student Union, members of which sold prop bags at the door as a means of fundraising. Viewers were armed with rice and toast to throw during the showing, noisemakers and newspapers to hide beneath.

A live-action performance was put on by Temple students in front of the screening of the 1975 film, as is customary for showings of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Dressed in drag, these students utilized small props in the minimal space to bring the production to life.

“I had heard about the show from my parents,” junior theater major Ian Monaco said. “But this was my first time seeing it with the throwing of the rice and the toast – and it was really hysterical. I definitely didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did.”

Audience participation was a key element of the show, creating an interactive experience for viewers and performers. First-time audience members, teasingly nicknamed “Rocky Horror virgins,” were marked on the forehead with a lipstick “V”and asked to dance with the performers.

‘A Doll’s House’ at Adrienne Theater.

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Henrik Ibsen’s play of “A Doll’s House” has been reacted at the Adrienne Theater. The story is centered around a Scandinavian, 19th century housewife who is up against blackmail. The main character, Norma Halter was performed by 14 year old Mackenzie Maula. The other characters consisted of dolls that Maula also voiced. This play first premiered more than 130 years ago and was not undone by new play techniques, but was instead, refreshed. Directed by Brenna Geffers, this play will continue until September 22 at the Adrienne. The Adrienne is located at 2030 Sansom Street and is $20-25 to attend. For more information, call Adrienne Theater at (215) 413-1318.

Aliens prompt human audiences to both laugh and cry

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Lacking flying saucers and green skin, the characters in Theatre Exile’s production of Annie Baker’s The Aliens are strangely human, relatable to most earthlings who have gone through  breakup, felt left out, or been passionate about something. Although the set does not change and there are only three characters, the script roams from calculous to shrooms, from silence to heartfelt song. The Aliens will entertain you, but will leave Theatre Exile after this weekend. Go see it tonight (9/23) at 8 pm, tomorrow (9/24) at 4 or 8 pm, or Sunday (9/25) at 2 or 7 pm. Reduced student ticket prices are available with coupons from the PEX (Philadelphia Experience) passports available at the Student Center. The show takes place at Studio X: 1340 S. 13th street.

Sam Henderson (on floor) and Jeb Kreger. Photo by Paola Nogueras.

Walnut Street Theatre discounts student tickets

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Temple theater buffs will be pleased to know that the Walnut Street Theatre is offering discounted tickets and subscriptions for their 2009-2010 mainstage season.

Full-time students under the age of 24 with valid college ID can purchase a subscription, which will provide tickets to all five mainstage performances, for $75.

Starting this Tuesday, September 8 is the musical comedy Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, which will run through October 25. The other four shows for the season are:

Oliver! – November 10 – January 10
The Eclectic Society – January 19 – March 7
Fallen Angels – March 16 – May 2
Fiddler on the Roof – May 18 – July 18

For more information call 215-574-3550 or visit www.walnutstreettheatre.org.