jam@dcl-cs.UUCP (John A. Mariani) (06/08/85)
With regard to the Rocky Horror Picture Show, I have had the privilege of attending several showings under the aegis of several SF conventions held in Glasgow where it is a BIG favourite with the fans. Under such circumstances, the audience is allowed (nay, encouraged) to participate -- unlike at cinema screenings where such activities (as throwing confetti and pieces of toast) are frowned upon to say the least. Viewing RHPS under such circumstances is a unique experience and one not to be missed if the chance arises. However, last Friday (May 31st) Channel 4 (probably the best British TV channel at the moment) screened RHPS (the British TV premiere as far as I'm aware) and I still enjoyed it! I would say audience participation certainly adds to the film, but viewing it in a darkened, silent room allows certain subtleties to come through. If Steven Brust is still interested, I have seen an (American) import double album (therefore, beyond my price range for an L.P) called The RHPS Audience Part-i-cipation Album (love that title!). Sorry I don't have more details than that! NAME: John A Mariani PHONE: +44 524 65201 ext 4467 UUCP: ...!ukc!icdoc!dcl-cs!jam DARPA: jam%lancs.comp@uk.ac.ucl.cs JANET: jam@uk.ac.lancs.comp POST: University of Lancaster, Department of Computing, Engineering Building, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YR, UK. "stop, dave, stop" -- NAME: John A Mariani PHONE: +44 524 65201 ext 4467 UUCP: ...!ukc!icdoc!dcl-cs!jam DARPA: jam%lancs.comp@uk.ac.ucl.cs JANET: jam@uk.ac.lancs.comp POST: University of Lancaster, Department of Computing, Engineering Building, Bailrigg, Lancaster, LA1 4YR, UK.