Megan Sutton Co-director of The Rocky Horror Picture Show shadow cast

This Halloween, Bellingham's Mount Baker Theatre will host a shadow cast performance of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, celebrating the film's 50th anniversary. The production is co-directed by Megan Sutton and Paul Henderson, who have cultivated a vibrant local theater scene. Sutton first experienced the show as a high school graduate and later joined the shadow cast, which reenacts the film live. The cast's thematic costumes, including superhero outfits, add to the show’s fun, campy atmosphere. Sutton’s dedication to the project is evident in her approach to directing, ensuring an engaging experience for participants and attendees alike.

She highlights how the program has allowed her to explore her identity through performance. Shadow casting in this context offers a less intensive yet highly entertaining form of theater. Sutton's journey reflects the broader impact of the production on local culture and individual expression.