About Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors is a dark comedy stage musical that combines science fiction, horror, and rock-and-roll. Based on the 1960 cult film, the musical features music by Alan Menken and lyrics/book by Howard Ashman. It follows the story of Seymour Krelborn, a meek florist's assistant, and his rise to fame and misfortune.
Set in the struggling Mushnik's Flower Shop on Skid Row, Seymour discovers a mysterious plant he names "Audrey II" after his co-worker and crush, Audrey. The unusual plant draws customers and revitalizes the shop, but Seymour learns that Audrey II thrives on human blood. As the plant grows, its demands escalate, leading Seymour to commit increasingly desperate acts to feed it.
Audrey II, revealed to be a sentient and manipulative alien, tempts Seymour with promises of fame, fortune, and love. Meanwhile, Seymour’s moral conflict intensifies as he confronts his feelings for Audrey and the plant’s malevolent intentions. Ultimately, Audrey II's ambition for global domination brings tragedy and chaos.
With a mix of catchy songs, dark humor, and a poignant moral about greed and consequences, Little Shop of Horrors has become a beloved classic in musical theater.