Valentina Makes Broadway Debut in The Rocky Horror Show This Week
The RuPaul's Drag Race star takes over the role of Columbia, beginning performances Tuesday, July 21.
“is honored to be debuting on Broadway as the first Trans Mexican American featured in a principal cast.”
Valentina will make her Broadway debut on Tuesday, July 21, when she joins the cast of The Rocky Horror Show, according to Deadline.
The RuPaul's Drag Race star is taking over the role of Columbia, the top-hatted acolyte of Frank-N-Furter, played by Luke Evans. She replaces original cast member Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, who departed the production on June 21.
What did Valentina say about the role?
In a statement, Valentina said she “is honored to be debuting on Broadway as the first Trans Mexican American featured in a principal cast.”
Producers of the Sam Pinkleton-directed revival announced the casting news. The production, which began previews on March 26 and officially opened on April 23 at Broadway’s Studio 54, has been a strong performer at the box office, recently reporting attendance figures at 93% of capacity.
Who else is in the cast?
The current principal cast includes Luke Evans as Frank-N-Furter, alongside Rachel Dratch, Andrew Durand, Harvey Guillén, Stephanie Hsu, Josh Rivera and Sherie Rene Scott.
The revival of Richard O’Brien’s cult musical received nine nominations for the 2026 Tony Awards, though it did not win any statues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentina's background before this Broadway role?
Valentina is best known for appearing on RuPaul's Drag Race and Fox's Rent: Live. Her verified filmography includes the 2025 film The Ice Tower.
Where is The Rocky Horror Show playing on Broadway?
The revival is currently running at Broadway's Studio 54 theater. It began previews there on March 26, 2026, and officially opened on April 23.
How has the production performed at the box office?
According to the report, the show is one of the stronger box office performers to have started this spring, with recent attendance figures at 93% of capacity.
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