Film: Rocky Horror Picture Show

Wednesday, 10/21/2026
5:00 - 7:45

Suitable for:

Adults

The Bawdy Caste performs a full shadow cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, acting out the movie in front of the screen while it plays with audience participation. Expect singing, dancing, costumes, callbacks and a room full of people ready to celebrate. Callbacks are the shouted responses that Rocky Horror audiences have traded with the screen for 50 years. Don't worry if you don't know them yet — the crowd will teach you. Dressing up is encouraged.

Official participation kits, Bawdy Bags, available for purchase for $5. These include everything you need to throw, blow, and glow during the show. You may bring props, but no wet items, meat, rice, toast, glitter, confetti, or anything that could make a mess or attract critters.

Doors at 5 p.m.; film starts at 6 p.m.

Bawdy Caste, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has been San Francisco's Rocky Horror Shadowcast for three decades. Their performances are based in SF and can be found across the Bay and beyond.

Connect: Bawdy Caste - website | Bawdy Caste - Instagram | Bawdy Caste - Facebook

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