I had a pretty standard suburban upbringing. We weren’t totally isolated, but honestly, there wasn’t a lot of diversity around me growing up. And this was the early ’90s, so the way we thought about diversity – especially when it came to LGBTQ+ representation – was very different than it is now. Honestly, homophobic language was just…normal. There wasn’t a single openly gay or lesbian student at my high school. Then, when I was fifteen, I went to a midnight screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. You can even stream it on Disney+ now, which is amazing. Looking back, that night was honestly one of the most impactful things that could have happened to me at that age.
Rocky Horror Has Always Been Important In The LGBTQ+ Community
This year marks the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and several original cast members, like Tim Curry and Nell Campbell, have been discussing its impact. They’ve highlighted how important the film was for people exploring their sexuality, particularly back in 1975 when it was first released.
Tim Curry nearly lost the role to Mick Jagger, and he also spoke about how important representation is for everyone, not just LGBTQ+ people. I completely agree, and I think its impact goes even deeper. As a straight man, it was incredibly important to me. It pushed me outside of a comfort zone I hadn’t even realized I was in, and it was the first time I truly connected with and became friends with openly gay and queer people. At 15, it helped me begin to understand that their identities weren’t something foreign or incomprehensible.
My Own Experience With Rocky Horror
Writing about what the cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show had to say made me remember my own experiences with the film and its famous showings. As soon as I had friends who could drive, I started going to midnight screenings. Back then, a local independent theater showed it every Saturday night. A friend’s girlfriend, who seemed much more experienced than we were at the time, had already been to many screenings.
I’ll never forget seeing that horror musical for the first time. I was instantly captivated and intrigued. There was a slightly edgy vibe – it was late, and people were smoking and drinking inside the theater. It took me a moment to notice everyone in costume, both on stage and in the audience, but once I did, it wasn’t scary at all – it just made me even more curious.
I started going pretty often – not every week, but generally about once a month. I’d bring along old friends who’d never experienced it, and sing the Rocky Horror songs with people I met there. It always felt a little rebellious, which was perfect for a teenager – like we were getting away with something. Eventually, though, it just became… well, completely ordinary.
Looking back, I can definitely say these experiences have made me who I am today. I believe in being accepting of all people and ways of life, but what matters most to me is judging people solely on their character and honesty – not just my friends in the LGBTQ+ community, but everyone I meet.
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