Meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn wants to find his way off Skid Row and into the heart of his co-worker Audrey. His new “strange and interesting plant” just might help make those dreams come true! Or, it might destroy the world.
Mark your calendars now for the Western Kentucky University Department of Theatre and Dance production of Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Dr. Michelle Dvoskin, Assistant Professor of Theatre. This award-winning musical was made popular by the movie starring Rick Moranis and Steve Martin.
WKU Music Theatre students have been rehearsing since school started and are looking forward to sharing their characters with the audience during the Nov. 3-8 production.
“Seymour is a really intense character to play,” said Colin Waters, a junior theatre student. “He approaches everyday with the utmost sense of urgent optimism, yet he is faced with some extremely morally questioning challenges.”
Bailey Vincent plays Audrey, Seymour’s love interest and found her character fascinating as well. “Audrey is such a wonderful character to get the chance to play. She’s so optimistic and tries to see the best in every situation, even when things aren’t going as planned.”
Enjoyable characters and memorable music will make for an entertaining evening out. this classic rock musical’s mix of science fiction, humor and horror!
Little Shop of Horrors, with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken, will play Nov. 3-8 in the Russell Miller Theatre at WKU’s Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center.
Showtimes are Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for students. Purchase your tickets online at no additional charge at wku.showare.com or call the WKU Fine Arts Box Office at (270) 745-3121; box office hours are noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Cast members from Northern Kentucky include: Cassie Collins, a sophomore from Fort Wright; Samantha Conradi, a sophomore from Hebron; Montana Hatfield, a senior from Taylor Mill; Hope Pauly, a junior from Villa Hills; and Colin Waters, a junior from Florence.
Included on the creative team is Tyler Forbes, Sound Designer, a junior from Fort Thomas.