The Rocky Horror Show Review

Hey Friends! 

 

On the Sunday just passed (the 14th of June) I went to see the Rocky Horror Show live in Melbourne and I loved it so much that I thought I would to a review for you all!



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I bought the tickets about 2 months in advance from Ticketmaster and they were $70. Comparatively, the tickets were cheap as they were some of the last ones available for the preview shows. Our seats weren't great, they were around the middle of the dress circle, however, the Comedy Theatre is tiered in a way that ensures everyone has a clear view of the stage so that aspect of it was a-okay.  
 

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is one of my all-time favourite musical films so you can only imagine my excitement leading up to the performance and I was in no way disappointed. I had the biggest grin on my face throughout the entire duration of the show, when I wasn't singing (quietly) along, of course. 
 

I was blown away by the talent of all of the performers, particularly Craig McLachlan who played Frank n Furter. He perfectly portrayed his character in such a way that left the entire theatre in a fit of giggles with almost every word that left his mouth. I have honestly never laughed so hard in all my life than what I did watching Craig prance around on stage in a corset and tights. 


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All of the song numbers were incredible with some top-notch quality dancing to accompany it. All of the performers had incredible voices, I particularly enjoyed Kristian Lavercombe as Riff-Raff and Stephan Mahy as Brad. The musical highlights, for me, were definitely the Time-Warp (duh), Damn It Janet and Sweet Transvestite.

 

Bert Newton was an absolute champ, the moment I found out he was going to be playing the part of the narrator I was stoked. To be honest, he could have been better but it's Bert Newton and everyone loves a bit of Bert so all was forgiven. Also the fact that, in the finale song, one of the other performers (I can't remember who, sorry) pulled down Bert's pants to reveal a pair of boxers and tights with suspenders matching to the rest of the performers on stage. This was probably one of the greatest moments in my life I'm not even going to lie. 


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Can we all please take a moment to appreciate the above photo? Such a legend.
  The show went for a duration of 2 hours including a 20 minute interval and it was so brilliant that I never wanted it to end. However, the 1 hour and 40 minutes of performance was a perfect stretch of time and I feel that any longer would have been a slight overkill. 
 

Overall, I think it's clear that I thoroughly enjoyed the performance! The Rocky Horror Show is definitely a stage show that's littered with dirty innuendos so I wouldn't recommend it for young children or anyone who does not enjoy crude humour. 

I give the Rocky Horror Show a solid 9.5/10 and it is definitely my favourite musical that I have seen so far, not that I have seen that many but still, it was bloody brilliant.

If you live in Australia and would like to see the Rocky Horror Show for yourself, just head on over to http://rockyhorror.com.au/. Groovy as.

This is me, signin' off.

Actually by Ashlee xxx

Clothing Haul!

Hey friends!

Let's just say I spend a little too much money. Oops. 

About a month ago I decided I was bored with my aesthetic that practically consisted of wearing whatever I had in my wardrobe. So, inevitably, I decided to spice up my life and go shopping. My mum and I did some (ha, a lot) of damage to the ol' credit card but some new clothes were well overdue and hence a clothing haul is necessary.

Let's get into it!

First Stop: Kookai

Tori Top

The quality of this top is amazing, the material is nice and thick so it's very structured and great for layering in the colder months. I love this with high-waisted, black jeans or a skirt with an edgy denim or leather jacket. 

Unfortunately it's sold out online, however it may be still available in some Kookai stores. 

http://kookai.com.au/products/tori-top-black?variant=1102225129

Willow Vest

Originally I did not like this vest but the minute I tried it on I fell in love with it. The fabric is so lovely and soft and again it's a piece thats great for layering. I love to throw it on over a black crop and high waisted jeans to add a sophisticated flair to the outfit. It's currently on sale so get it while you can! I'm mad because I paid full price for it... You win some you lose some. 

http://kookai.com.au/products/willow-vest-grey?variant=1211011701

Corey Crop Top

This top is an absolute staple in my wardrobe. It's my perfect party top under a jacket with either high waisted jeans or a skirt. The quality is really nice and it comes in a billion different colours. I also purchased this top in black and grey. 

http://kookai.com.au/products/corey-crop-top-white?variant=913350961

Silence Skirt

HOW CUTE IS THIS SKIRT?! It's my new favourite thing in my wardrobe. I love how it's fitted around the waist and bum-bum and then flares out around the bottom. It's so cute but edgy at the same time. It's perfect with a long sleeved crop and chunky ankle boots. Lovin' it. 

http://kookai.com.au/products/silence-skirt-black?variant=3338747073

Slice Skirt 

This skirt is perfect for all my fellow curvy chickadees. The gathering around the lower abdomen hides any lumps and bumps that I may have, which is great when going out for dinner because it means I can eat the entire bread basket without having to worry about whether the world is going to see my bloated pot. Bonus. The colour is also really unique, it's a groovy lavender-grey colour and it suits virtually any skin tone. 

http://kookai.com.au/products/slice-skirt-tainted-mauve?variant=1183320949

Lola Long Sleeve Top

The Lola top is a really nice basic black top with a turtle neck which is great for winter layering. The quality of the shirt is really nice and it looks great tucked into the Silence Skirt pictured earlier in the post. 

http://kookai.com.au/collections/tops/products/lola-long-sleeve-top-black?variant=2215378049

Second Stop: Witchery 

Sleeveless Zip Knit 

I picked up this sleeveless jumper as its great for layering. I don't know about you guys but I think there is nothing worse than wearing a jacket over a chunky knit and not being able to move freely. This jumper eliminates that from occurring while still being super warm. The quality is really nice and the zip details give it a bit of an edgy flair. I'd pair this with a pair of biker leggings or skinny jeans with a leather jacket. 

http://www.witchery.com.au/shop/woman/clothing/knitwear/60177833/Sleeveless-Zip-Knit.html

And that's everything I bought! I hope you guys have enjoyed today's post and maybe saw a few things you may also like to pick up! 

This is me, signin' off. 

Actually by Ashlee xxx

P.S Sorry pretty much everything is from Kookai, it's my favourite store at the moment. Peace!

Thursbae 11/06/15

Hey friends!

I'm back! Sorry it's been so long, I've had exams the past two weeks which as been stressful beyond words but now that's over for another 6 or so months I'll hopefully be back into my regular upload schedule!

So without further adieu, this week's Thursbae is Matty Healy of The 1975. 

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I'm sure that if you have a social media account you will have seen the absolute shit storm that occurred last week surrounding this fella and his band mates and I don't know about you guys but I was hella confused. But alas, here's what you need to know about the indie rocker himself. 

Birthdate: April 8th, 1989 

Nationality: British 

Occupation: Singer/Songwriter 

Known for: Frontman of The 1975

If your wondering why Matty is the dude of the week allow me to educate you, dear. 

1. His aesthetic 

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To quote himself, "you look so coo0oooOl". 

No but seriously, I'm fairly certain he single handedly brought back the whole 'soft grunge' trend any 90s kid would be familiar with. He's got this mysterious, dark look going on and his hair is what my dreams are made of. It's almost like if you're not "dressed in black from head to toe" (yes, I did it again), you can't be a fan of The 1975. I don't know if you've ever been to one of their concerts before but literally everyone is wearing either black, leather, tartan or denim... sometimes all four. It's like a uniform. Whatever, I'm down with that. 

2. He writes the most amazing songs

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Literally every song by The 1975 is amazing both lyrically and musically. Their sound is so different to anything else that's out at the moment, it's so unique, experimental and cool. There's no other word to describe it. All of their songs are written by the band and its clear that their success rides on the back of the quality music they produce. Matty's vocals is truly just the icing on the cake. 

3. His vocabulary

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If you've ever watched Matty doing an interview you'd know that he uses some of the most complex vocabulary I've ever heard. I often find myself pausing interviews to look up some word he's used because I have no idea what the heck he's saying. Smart tip: if you've got an English essay to write, watch a few Matty Healy interviews and you're bound to learn some new words that might help you get in your teacher's good books. For realz. 

4. His stage presence

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He is so laid-back and chilled on stage and it creates such a good atmosphere. It's not unusual for him to take of his shirt, crack open a bottle of red wine, light a cigarette and just chat to the crowd. He often throws bottles of water out to the mosh pit and tells everyone to move back and stop pushing if he sees a fan being squished against the barrier. Not only that, but his vocals live are incredible. Paired with the talent of Ross, George and Adam, the groovy lighting and the simplistic set, the band's live shows are an experience in themselves. 

5. His perceptions on the world

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He has the most incredible outlook on the way the world works and the way it should be working. It is the social awareness of people like him who a lot of teenagers look up to is what is going to change the world. He is using his fame as a platform to preach the changes that should be made to this insane world that we live in.

For example;

As you can see, I could go on for days. 

So there we have it! If you want to keep tabs on Matty (and the band's new pink aesthetic) you can find him on twitter at @truman_black and instagram at @trumanblack. You can also follow his band, The 1975 on instagram and twitter at @the1975. 

This is me, signin' off. 

Actually by Ashlee xxx