"Rocky Horror Show"
Nottingham Royal Concert Hall.

Was I glad when I found out that this production spilled over to the Sunday, else I would not have had the chance to see the sexiest show on stage.

This is one show that I could watch over and over again because there are always changes in every show, never mind every tour, plus it is great fun, has an incredible soundtrack and attracts some wonderful performers into its' cast.

No need to relate the story, every one knows it and the iconic "Timewarp" which is the law to take part in, so let me get to the meaty and beefy bits.

Every actor who takes on the main roles will always be measured up to the previous actors who were last seen playing the roles. I'm guilty of that, but as I've done in the past, after just a few minutes, the new actors have the knack of making me forget the past cast and the current cast, if you'll pardon the expression, blow me away!

Joanne Clifton plays the saccharin sweet Janet. Joanne, now no longer on the "Strictly" rota, gets to be naughty with her character and turns into a flirty, dirty raunch pot. Joanne was last seen in "Flashdance" in Nottingham and she wasn't wearing a lot then. This time around, she wears just slightly more. In "Flashdance" we discovered that not only could she dance, but she could sing and act as well, so that came as no surprise, but her comic ability shone with Janet.

James Darch was Brad, equally sickly twee. I've seen several Brads in the past, but not knowing James, made this performance different as I was not associating a well known name with the character and made Brad instantly believable. James has a good musical theatre voice and really highlighted in the ballads.

Kristian Lavercombe continues his run as Riff Raff, now making well over 1400 appearances in this role. I've seen Kristian play this role several times and his energy is boundless. The perfect touring Riff Raff.

Talking of energy, Miracle Chance - is that really her name? - has the energy to light the stage up as Columbia.

Callum Evans donned the leopard skin pants as Rocky and flexed his perfectly formed muscles

Ross Chisari doubled up as Eddie as well as Dr Scott.

Laura Harrison set the scene to start with as the Usherette, I would have bought anything from an usherette looking like that! Laura also doubled her role by playing Magenta as well.

The Phantoms were played by Reece Budin, Shelby Farmer, Katie Monks and Jake Small.

Our Narrator was Philip Franks, a seasoned theatre actor as well as a recognisable face on TV. A role that needs the actor to think on his feet, and while we all know that much of the comebacks are rehearsed or retained ad libs, whoever plays the Narrator must be prepared to have a swift retort for any heckle. Brilliantly topical and wonderful fun.

And so to the main man, Dr Frank N Furter. I have experienced the amazing David Bedella in this role, but everyone since has taken the character and made it their own while keeping the essential naughtiness and cheekiness of the Tim Curry blueprint.

Last time around I was worried about the actor who played him. I was less worried with Duncan James, who everyone knows from the band Blue, and of late "Hollyoaks". As soon as Duncan appeared on stage, all worries were swept away with the swish of his cape.

His guttural vocals added an extra layer of sexiness to this sci fi icon, and let's face it, he has the kind of body that really looks good in stockings, suspenders, basque and high heels. Straight as I am, albeit some may say that I carry heterosexual camp off well, I can understand how Brad was tempted when faced with that image.

The set was different than other years. I loved the film reel design which separated the live orchestra, musically directed by George Carter, from the live action. The set designed by Hugh Durrant.

The Lighting Design by Nick Richings was stunning, especially the lighting effects.

Gareth Owens Sound Design made sure we heard everything in its' very best form and clarity.

As you'd expect, the costumes are brilliant, designed by Sue Blane.

Choreography for this production is by Nathan M Wright.

Directed by a musical theatre legend in Christopher Luscombe.

It's one of the most polished, entertaining, fun and sexiest shows touring and everyone should experience this show, at least once. I can guarantee though that, like me, once you've seen it once, you will want to see it over and over and over again.

The tour continues into November 2019.