Little Shop of Horrors
Howard Ashman & Alan Menken's cult-classic musical about Seymour, Audrey, and a man-eating plant — long-running Off-Broadway revival.
- Theatre
- Westside Theatre
- 407 W 43rd St, New York, NY
- Opened
- October 17, 2019
- Run time
- 2h
About Little Shop of Horrors
Since its 2019 opening, the Off-Broadway revival of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken's *Little Shop of Horrors* has captivated audiences at the Westside Theatre. This incarnation of the cult classic musical offers a fresh take on the story of Seymour, Audrey, and the enigmatic, man-eating plant, Audrey II.
The musical, with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken, creators of *Beauty and the Beast* and *Aladdin*, blends comedy, horror, and a memorable score. While not explicitly stated in the fact sheet, it is widely known that the musical is based on the 1960 film of the same name. The Off-Broadway setting at the Westside Theatre, located at 407 W 43rd St, New York, NY, provides an intimate atmosphere for this dark and humorous production.
*Little Shop of Horrors* tells the story of Seymour Krelborn, a shy floral assistant who discovers a strange and unusual plant that has a peculiar appetite. As the plant, affectionately named Audrey II after Seymour's coworker crush, grows, it brings Seymour fame and fortune, but at an increasingly sinister cost. The musical explores themes of ambition, romance, and the consequences of getting what you wish for. Audiences can expect a runtime of 120 minutes, including an intermission, making it an engaging and well-paced theatrical experience. The production promises an evening of catchy tunes, compelling characters, and a unique storyline that has cemented its place in musical theatre history.
Frequently asked questions
- What is *Little Shop of Horrors* about?
- *Little Shop of Horrors* is a cult-classic musical by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken about a timid floral assistant named Seymour, his crush Audrey, and a mysterious, man-eating plant named Audrey II.
- Where is *Little Shop of Horrors* playing?
- The Off-Broadway revival of *Little Shop of Horrors* is playing at the Westside Theatre, located at 407 W 43rd St, New York, NY.
- How long is *Little Shop of Horrors*?
- *Little Shop of Horrors* has a runtime of 120 minutes, which includes an intermission.
- Who wrote *Little Shop of Horrors*?
- The musical *Little Shop of Horrors* was created by Howard Ashman, who wrote the book and lyrics, and Alan Menken, who composed the music. Together, they are also known for their work on Disney's *Beauty and the Beast* and *Aladdin*.
- When did the *Little Shop of Horrors* revival open?
- The current Off-Broadway revival of *Little Shop of Horrors* opened on October 17, 2019.