Experience the Extraordinary with Little Shop of Horrors at Marco Island Academy

Catch the classic horror comedy Little Shop of Horrors, at Marco Island Academy’s Rhine Stage on April 26 at 7:00 PM and April 27 at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults if purchased online in advance by visiting MIATheatre.com or $15/$20 at the door.

Based on the 1960 black and white film, The Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Roger Corman,

Little Shop of Horrors (the stage musical) tells the story of Seymour Krelborn, a down-on-his-luck floral assistant working at Mushnik's Skid Row Florists in Skid Row. Seymour discovers a mysterious and exotic plant he names Audrey II after his coworker and secret crush, Audrey. However, Seymour soon realizes that Audrey II has an insatiable appetite for human blood and flesh, leading him down a path of moral dilemmas and deadly consequences.

Featuring music by Alan Menken and book and lyrics by the late Howard Ashman, Little Shop’s catchy tunes, witty dialogue, and larger-than-life characters have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide since its Off-Broadway debut in 1982. With its unique blend of humor and horror, Little Shop of Horrors manages to entertain and thrill in equal measure. This cult classic has since become a staple of musical theatre, attracting both die-hard fans and new audiences with its darkly comedic storyline and unforgettable songs. As Seymour grapples with the consequences of his actions and the sinister nature of Audrey II, audiences are taken on a wild and exhilarating journey that is both entertaining and interesting.

With direction, choreography, design, and puppetry creations by MIA Performing Arts Instructor, Christopher Dayett, and music direction by Dr. Cayce Benton, Little Shop of Horrors boasts a stellar cast led by Joey Kakaty as Seymour, Alina Nguyen as Audrey, and Yo-Yo Sine as Audrey II. Notable performances also include Logan Yarnell as Orin Scrivello, DDS, and a dynamic trio of Crystal, Ronnette, and Chiffon portrayed by Esha Blanc, Lola Green, and Kyleigh Haueter, respectively. Returning once again to the Rhine Stage is MIA Dean of Students, Kevin Ray, who plays Mr. Mushnik. Rounding out the creatives is the stage management team composed of Isabella Diaz, Canon Miller, and Michael Martinez-Melara.

Marco Island Academy’s theatre program is dedicated to providing students with exceptional educational and artistic hands-on experiences in the classroom and in the community.

Approximately 10% of the student body is involved in Little Shop of Horrors this semester. Students in the Theatre Production Design & Marketing classes have been an integral part of the production since January. Members of the class have read and analyzed the script, discussed set, costume, prop needs, built, and painted the sets, and created some of the graphic art featured in the show. Students also learned fundraising and marketing, creating the “Help Us Get Out Of Skid Row” fundraising campaign and many of the social posts on Instagram and Facebook, and even penned this press release.

Little Shop of Horrors at the Rhine Stage, Marco Island Academy, 2255 San Marco Rd., Marco Island.