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Dublin Live
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Dublin Live
Jennifer Zamparelli to star in The Rocky Horror Show in Dublin
Jennifer Zamparelli is starring in The Rocky Horror Show when the popular musical comes back to the Bord Gais Energy Theatre this summer. The Dancing with the Stars host will step into the role of the Narrator for the show's stint from 11 to 16 August 2025. She'll be sharing the stage with Jason Donovan, who's back as Frank N' Furter after a successful tour Down Under. Zamparelli and Donovan have previously teamed up in the 2013 Dublin production of Priscilla Queen of the Desert. She said: "I'm absolutely thrilled to be taking on the role of the Narrator in the iconic musical The Rocky Horror Show when it comes to Dublin in August. It's always been a favourite of mine!". "It's sexy, outrageously funny and it's going to be so much fun working with such a brilliant cast, including my old pal the legend that is Jason Donovan!". Zamparelli has made a name for herself through her work on RTE's Republic of Telly, The Fear, and the award-winning sitcom Bridget & Eamon, which she also co-created. She currently co-hosts Dancing with the Stars Ireland with Doireann Garrihy, and has previously had her own radio show on RTE 2FM. Tickets for The Rocky Horror Show are now available on Ticketmaster, with prices kicking off from €35. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
RTÉ News
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Exclusive Jennifer Zamparelli cast in Rocky Horror Show alongside Jason Donovan
Jennifer Zamparelli is set to appear in The Rocky Horror Show when the hit musical returns to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin next year. The Dancing with the Stars presenter will take on the role of the Narrator for the show's run from 11 to 16 August 2025. She will join Jason Donovan, who reprises his role as Frank N' Furter following a successful tour in Australia. Zamparelli and Donovan previously shared the stage in the 2013 Dublin production o f Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Speaking about the role, Zamparelli said: "I'm absolutely thrilled to be taking on the role of the Narrator in the iconic musical The Rocky Horror Show when it comes to Dublin in August. It's always been a favourite of mine! "It's sexy, outrageously funny and it's going to be so much fun working with such a brilliant cast, including my old pal – the legend that is Jason Donovan!" Zamparelli is best known for her work on RTÉ's Republic of Telly, The Fear, and the award-winning sitcom Bridget & Eamon, which she also co-created. She currently hosts Dancing with the Stars Ireland alongside Doireann Garrihy and previously presented her own radio show on RTÉ 2FM. Tickets for The Rocky Horror Show are on sale now, with prices starting from €35. For more information, visit Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show has been seen by over 35 million people worldwide and features classics such as Sweet Transvestite, Dammit Janet and The Time Warp.
