Actors do the Time Warp again as Rocky Horror celebrates its 50th anniversary
– About 1,500 stage stars have appeared in the cult classic –
LONDON
,
March 21, 2023
/PRNewswire/ — Legendary musical
The Rocky Horror Show
marks its fiftieth year with a touring production and gala event.
Since the opening performance at
The Royal Court Theatre
on
June 19
th
,1973,
The Rocky Horror Show
has become the longest running contemporary musical anywhere in the world. It has been viewed by more than 30 million people globally (in over 30 countries) and translated into 20 languages.
Andy Leighton
MD of Druidcrest, the master rights holder, and Interfishnet Ltd – a company owned by The Rocky Horror Show creator Richard O’Brien – have compiled a list of the stage show cast that have appeared since 1973 as part of a project with Online Blockchain plc . Everyone included on this list is invited to claim a unique NFT of their character prior to the public launch of The Rocky Horror Show NFT Collection at
June 19
th
2023.
Potential beneficiaries include
Russell Crowe
,
Christian Lavercombe
Stephen Webb, Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Jerry Springer, Jason Donovan,
Patricia Quinn
,
Rena Sasamoto
,
Amanda Redman
,
Sam Attwater
,
Jonathan Wilkes
,
Christine Hamilton
,
Suzanne Shaw
,
Richard Meek
,
Edward Tudor-Pole
,
Roxanne Pallett
and Didintle Khunou. Rocky Horror creator
Richard O’Brien
will be the first cast member to receive one of the NFTs.
The full list of stage show cast members can be seen here:
“Rocky Horror has some roll calls. In conjunction with Interfishnet, we’re delighted to be able to offer stage stars from the musical’s illustrious 50-year history the opportunity to receive these exclusive collectibles for free before they go on sale,” said
Clem Chambers
, CEO of Online Blockchain plc. “NFTs have the potential to build and strengthen communities in many ways, and The Rocky Horror Show NFTs will be a great tool to engage with the legions of global Rocky fans.”
An NFT (non-
Pivotable
Token) is a digital asset that represents ownership of a unique item/piece of content such as a work of art, music, video or other type of digital media. A Rocky Horror Show NFT, in addition to being a desirable collectible, is planned to act as a key to access virtual and real-world experiences, opportunities, rewards and merchandise for holders as part of the planned The Rocky Horror Show- the metaverse.
Eligible actors wishing to claim must email:
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NOTES TO EDITORS
Online Blockchain PLC Requests:
Clem Chambers
: +44(0)203 475 3484
Media inquiries:
Francesca De Franco
07941253135, [email protected]
Online Blockchain PLC (OBC) is a UK-based incubator and developer of internet and information technology businesses, including developers, administrators and custodians of blockchains and cryptocurrencies.
OBC continues to evaluate new related opportunities; especially
cryptocurrency
and blockchain-based opportunities including incubation
cryptocurrency
start-up and development of technical innovation in the blockchain area. Led by a team with over two decades of pioneering technology, OBC focuses on innovation in
cryptocurrency
and decentralized ecosystems.
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