Thom Dibdin, Edinburgh Evening News

FISHNETS and fun are the order of the evening at the Roxy Art House this week, as Tim Leith brings his Virgins' Guide to the Rocky Horror Show to town.
Using all the best elements and even the format of a full blown production of Rocky Horror the Musical, the Virgins' Guide turns out to be an exceedingly camp illustrated lecture delivered by Dr Who throwback Richard Franklin as the Narrator.
This is no dusty theory, however, but a full-on practical. Covering such topics as doing The Timewarp, the correct response to the arrival of Brad ("A**hole!") and Janet ("Tart!") on stage and whether Frankie, that wayward but loveable transvestite from transsexual Transylvania, can ever be redeemed.
Rocky Horror is the ultimate in audience participation. The Guide aims to give those who've yet to sample the delights of Rocky and Co the chance to discover what it's all about.
The subtle inclusion of some of the show's history, together with a couple of new characters central to that history, ensures it will also appeal to Rocky veterans. And staging it in a one-time church adds a welcome touch of irony.
Of the local cast, Arron Usher and Katrina Bryan, last seen together at the Brunton Pantomime, are excellent as Brad and Janet.
Gavin Scott has a big enough presence for Frankie, while Erik Grieve and Patsy Reynolds convey their easy enjoyment in playing Riff-Raff and Madge.
The Guide is a great night out which can only get better as it screams along on two shows a night to its Saturday finale.