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鶹ԭ to present spring musical ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Apr 13, 2026

鶹ԭ’s spring musical isLittle Shop of Horrors.

Performances are Friday, April 17 at 6 p.m., Saturday, April 18 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, April 19 at 2p.m.in Cordier Auditorium at the North Manchester campus. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. Little Shop of Horrors 鶹ԭ poster

Little Shop of Horrorstells the story ofa timid florist whosediscovery ofastrange, man-eatingplantbrings fame and fortune to the flower shop.While all ages are welcome, the show does feature some dark subject material and imagery.

The production is organized and led by members of Manchester’s Theatre Society.

“It has been my pleasure to bring this show to life, and it wouldn’t be possible without so much support and belief from everyone along the way,” saidstudentNathaniel Pickett, musical coordinator. “The cast and I are extremely excited to put on a great show for everyone, andwehope to see everyone there!”

Videorecordingby the audience is prohibited.

Little Shop of Horrorsis presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

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