Performances start at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium located at 400 Martin St.

“Little Shop of Horrors” is a comedy rock musical following the story of Seymour, a timid floral assistant at Mushnik’s Skid Row Florist. He longs to be noticed by Audrey, a pretty blonde coworker with a fashion sense that leans towards tackiness. When Seymour stumbles across a strange and interesting new plant he names Audrey II, it looks like he may get everything he’s ever wanted. Unfortunately, the plant has an unconventional thirst for something other than water — human blood. Seymour is faced with the tough decision of giving into Audrey II’s demands and continuing down the path to success or returning back to his simple life. Follow alongside a trio of 1960s street urchins named Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon as they discover the horrors unfolding throughout the show.

“It’s been interesting to see everyone’s personality shine through in the character they play,” said student Christian “Chug” Jennings, who plays Audrey II. “I’m most excited to let my personality show through in the form of a plant and to have the opportunity to show off my vocal talent.”

“I am thrilled to invite the community to Bellwood-Antis High School’s production of ‘Little Shop of Horrors.’ This fun, fast-paced musical comedy is packed with unforgettable music, big characters, and plenty of surprises,” said Molly Burns, director and choreographer of the show. “We can’t wait to share this show with our audience.”

Alia Bennett, Alyssa Briggs and Jadyn Soboleski (bottom step to top step) look up at Tristin Riva during a rehearsal for Bellwood- Antis music department’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors.” Courtesy photo

Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and can be purchased online at https://blwd.seatyourself.biz.

Cast

Collin Matthews as Seymour; Lily Burns as Audrey; Christian Jennings as Audrey II; Thad Norton and Lucas Fulmer as Audrey II (Puppeteer); Tristin Riva as Orin Scrivello; Eric Johnson as Mushnik; Alyssa Briggs (Crystal), Alia Bennett (Ronnette) and Jadyn Soboleski (Chiffon) as Urchins; Vance Finamore as Bernstein; Allie Heisler as Misses Luce; Alex Langenbacher as Skip Snip; Jace Rimmey as Mr. Martin/DJ Announcer; Kaylin Irvin as Customer.

High school ensemble — Dannika Briggs, Vance Finamore, Allie Heisler, Kaylin Irvin, Alex Langenbacher, Cali Long, Nicolee Lovrich, Aden McCaulley, Chaleah Ozio, Jace Rimmey, Eli Strayer

Middle school ensemble — Ziva Bennett, Zai Brumbaugh, Mia Coho, Mackenzie Detwiler, Jasey Deyarmin, Raegan Fisher, Ben Fulmer, Addison Harper, Cameron Hoffer, Addison Hopkins, Rykar Hundt, Hank Lanham-Moll, Aubree Osborn, Azilee Solomon, Sunita Sweet, Bowen Taylor

llin Matthews and Lily Burns (Audrey) rehearse in front of the puppet of Audrey II (Christian Jennings, not shown). Courtesy photo

Stage crew — Lucas Fulmer, Thad Norton, Dean Hoffer, Lily Briggs

Crew

Director/choreographer — Molly Burns

Music director — David Logue

Stage manager — Mara Guinard

Vance Finamore (Bernstein) and Collin Matthews (Seymour) rehearse a scene from Bellwood-Antis' upcoming production of "Little Shop of Horrors." Courtesy photo

Student stage manager — Lily Briggs

Prop management — Lily Briggs

Lighting design — Kermit Foor

Assistant lighting design — Jace Rimmey

Sound design — Allen Wolfe

Sound tech — Julia Johnson

Set construction — Jim Briggs, Mike Long

Spotlights — Raela Zuiker, Lea Zuiker

Program — Lydia Szynal

Marketing and fundraising — Brittany Solomon

Marketing assistant — Azilee Solomon

Cast party coordinators — Sheri Harper, Chelsea Coho, Mallory Hopkins, Sheri Harper

Conductor — Patrick Sachse

Reed 1 — Robert Scholl

Reed 2 — Beth Carpenter

Trumpet 1 — Larry Detwiller

Trumpet 2 — Jim Rumbarger

Drums — Ryan Wade

Percussion — McKenzie Kidd

Guitar — Ed Kaplan

Keyboard 1 — David Logue

Keyboard 2 — Eric Foose

Bass — Kelly Detwiller