LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Directed by Daniel Cathers
Performance Dates: May 2-11, 2025
A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!
Little Shop of Horrors is also presented in part by Johnny Passmore- Realtor, Coldwell Banker RPM Group, Haynes Ace Hardware, and the Conway Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Directed by Daniel Cathers
Performance Dates: May 2-11, 2025
A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!
Little Shop of Horrors is also presented in part by Johnny Passmore- Realtor, Coldwell Banker RPM Group, Haynes Ace Hardware, and the Conway Convention and Visitors Bureau.
SEEKING A DIVERSE CAST FOR THE FOLLOWING ROLES, ALL ROLES ARE AVAILABLE.
(You must be 16+ to audition)
(You must be 16+ to audition)
Seymour Krelborn
An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Audrey
Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Mr. Mushnik
The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative.
Gender: Male
Age: 55 to 65
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Orin Scrivello
An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
The Plant (Audrey II)
Puppet. An anthropomorphic cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado, the plant has an appetite for human flesh that is appeased by Seymour. Puppeteer doubles as other sizes of the plant.
Voice Of The Plant
An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 50
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Crystal
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Ronnette
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Chiffon
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Ensemble
The inhabitants of the Skid Row neighborhood. Expressive, grounded, and vibrant singer/dancers with the ability to play multiple characters.
Age: 16+
Gender: Any
An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills.
Gender: Male
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Audrey
Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G#3
Mr. Mushnik
The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative.
Gender: Male
Age: 55 to 65
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Orin Scrivello
An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
The Plant (Audrey II)
Puppet. An anthropomorphic cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado, the plant has an appetite for human flesh that is appeased by Seymour. Puppeteer doubles as other sizes of the plant.
Voice Of The Plant
An actor/vocalist located offstage. The voice is that of a conniving, street-smart 'villain.' A funky Rhythm and Blues voice is best.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 50
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Crystal
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Ronnette
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Chiffon
Crystal, Ronnette and Chiffon are Black street urchins, acting as the occasional Greek Chorus. Young, hip, and smart, these girls are the only ones who have a grip on reality.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Ensemble
The inhabitants of the Skid Row neighborhood. Expressive, grounded, and vibrant singer/dancers with the ability to play multiple characters.
Age: 16+
Gender: Any
AUDITION DETAILS AND AGREEMENT
(Due to inclement weather, auditions have been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 26. Callbacks, if needed, will be held Thursday, February 27.)
(Due to inclement weather, auditions have been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 26. Callbacks, if needed, will be held Thursday, February 27.)
AUDITIONS: Auditions are available for ages 16+ and will be held on Wednesday, February 26 at Red Curtain Theatre in Downtown Conway (913 W Oak Street). Please be aware that not all who audition are guaranteed a role. If you unable to attend auditions on February 26, please contact us at [email protected] for details regarding video submission. You will schedule an audition appointment as part of this sign up process. If needed, callbacks will be held Thursday, February 27.
AUDITION PREPARATION: Please prepare 32 bars of a song from the show or in the style of the show and come with a backing track for your accompaniment. We will have a speaker available to play your accompaniment. We may ask you to do a cold reading during your audition.
REHEARSALS: Because RCT has overlapping rehearsal schedules, the following schedule has been laid out for Little Shop of Horrors. We will follow this schedule as closely as possible, but it is possible that additional rehearsals may be added if needed. Sunday rehearsals will be held 5-8pm. Weeknight rehearsals will be held from 6-9pm, with rehearsals going later the week of April 28.
WEEK OF:
March 9 (Wed, Thu)
March 16 (Sun, Wed, Thu)
March 23 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
March 30 (Sun, Wed)
April 6 (Mon, Tue, Wed)
April 13 (Mon, Tue, Fri)
April 20 (Mon, Tue, Fri)
April 27 (Mon, Tue, Thu - tech/dress)
May 4 (Thu - brush up rehearsal)
In addition, there will be tech rehearsals and a photo call the weekend of April 26 (Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-6pm)
PERFORMANCES: Performances are scheduled as follows:
Friday, May 2 at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 3 at 2;30pm
Saturday, May 3 at 7:30pm
Sunday, May 4 at 2:30pm
Friday, May 9 at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 10 at 2:30pm
Saturday, May 10 at 7:30pm
Sunday, May 11 at 2:30pm
If needed, additional performances may be added as follows:
Sunday, May 4 at 7:30pm
Thursday, May 5 at 7:30pm
Sunday, May 11 at 7:30pm
COSTUMES: Each cast member will be responsible for providing their own costume for this production. They will work closely with the director and a costumer to accomplish this.
A NOTE ON STAGED INTIMACY: Theatrical intimacy is any action on stage where the given circumstances of the scene or the overall production calls for touch, both physical and imaginative, or moments between actors of simulated sexuality or sexual violence. Red Curtain Theatre utilizes an Intimacy Coordinator to improve processes and incorporate safer practices for theatrical intimacy in our rehearsals. All scenes with intimacy follow a specific set of staging and rehearsal protocols rooted in consent and safety for the actors.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Attendance at rehearsals is extremely important when preparing for such a large production and we encourage each cast member to be at every rehearsal they are called to if possible. We ask that all known conflicts are communicated during audition signups. Attendance at all rehearsals October 26 through performances is required. Not every cast member will be required to attend every full rehearsal. An excessive amount of missed rehearsals, as determined by the director, will be cause for removal from the production. Exceptions to this rule due to extenuating circumstances are at the discretion of the director.
ATTITUDE AND BEHAVIOR POLICY: Red Curtain Theatre's mission is to provide an atmosphere that nurtures and inspires actors of all ages and believes in fostering a safe environment for all artists. We follows a strict policy of equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. Any behavior (speech, action, etc.) that does not strive to uphold these values will not be tolerated and will lead to the cast member's removal from the production by the director and/or producer. In addition, negative attitudes and/or behavior will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to the use of foul language, disrespect toward the director, crew, volunteers and/or cast members, bullying, teasing and unwillingness to participate.