Submitted by Julie Ulmer
Ouachita Little Theatre is probably most well-known for its fabulous musical theatre entertainment through the last several decades. Opening this weekend, “Little Shop of Horrors” by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman promises to once again thrill our local audiences with fantastic live musical performances and plenty of laughs. Oh, and perhaps you will enjoy just a short walk on the dark side of the street to a mysterious little plant shop… .
Directed locally by Alex Night, who is also the President of OLT, tells us how much fun it has been leading this cast of characters. “We can’t wait to share this fantastic show with you. I have so loved working with all of the special and brilliant people (and plants) involved with this show. They bring this hilarious and thoughtful material to life in the best way. So much talent, humor, and heart under one roof— anyone who doesn’t see this will be missing out.”
Alex is assisted by veteran musical director Judy Kropp who leads a full live orchestra with memorable songs and dances from this off-Broadway version of the famous musical based on an original 1960 horror film by Robert Corman of the same name. A popular film version of the musical was also produced in 1982 by director Frank Oz.
The cast, the set, the musicians, and everything about this production is sure to delight local audiences. OLT advises parental guidance for young or sensitive viewers due to some adult themes and language contained in this show.
Shows will run for two weekends, May 12-14 and May 19-21. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 p.m. at 610 Mena Street. Reserved seating is recommended and available online at oltmena.com or during office hours Thursdays and Fridays from 2 – 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, and also available at the door.
Don’t miss “Little Shop of Horrors!” You may live to regret it.
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