The days are ticking down to Richard O'Brien's 75th birthday, an occasion he plans to spend on stage.

On March 24, the international celebrity, star of stage and screen, TV presenter, and author of The Rocky Horror Show will spend the night entertaining crowds of people at Tauranga's Baycourt Addison Theatre.

The hand-picked band is ready to rock'n'roll and special international guests are confirmed!

Craig McLachlan, Mark Sainsbury and Grant Winterburn will be joining Richard on stage, along with Tauranga band Kokomo.

All the proceeds from the night go to Starship Children's Hospital – what more could one ask?

See Richard's personal message below: