Get ready for a night of laughter, music, and one very hungry plant! The Biddeford High School (BHS) Drama Club will bring Little Shop of Horrors, a wildly entertaining musical comedy, to life by more than 30 talented students. Performances will take place on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., Friday, November 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 21 2026, at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., at the Biddeford High School Little Theater.
Featuring a book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken, the creative team behind Disney classics such as The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin, Little Shop of Horrors has entertained audiences worldwide for more than four decades. Based on the film by Roger Corman, with a screenplay by Charles Griffith, the musical was originally produced by the WPA Theatre and later at New York City's Orpheum Theatre by the WPA Theatre, David Geffen, Cameron Mackintosh, and the Shubert Organization. One of the longest-running Off-Broadway musicals, this cult favorite combines unforgettable songs, outrageous comedy, and science fiction into a theatrical experience unlike any other.
The story follows Seymour Krelborn, a timid flower shop assistant who discovers a mysterious plant he names Audrey II. When the unusual plant promises him fame, fortune, and the attention of his coworker Audrey, Seymour soon learns that success comes at a terrifying price. As Audrey II's appetite grows, so does the chaos, leading to a hilarious and suspenseful adventure filled with unexpected twists.
While audiences will enjoy the humor and unforgettable music, the experience has been about much more than putting on a show for the students involved. Under the direction of BHS Drama Club Director Ellie Joseph, the 90-minute production has challenged cast and crew members to step outside their comfort zones, develop new skills, and discover strengths they may not have known they possessed.
“From demanding vocal arrangements and fast-paced musical numbers to larger-than-life characters and moments of genuine emotional vulnerability, this production has challenged the students at Biddeford High School to grow in ways that go far beyond the stage,” said Joseph. “Growth happens when a student tries something they were afraid to attempt, when a difficult note finally clicks, when a scene begins to feel truthful, or when someone finds the confidence to step into the light instead of holding back. These are lessons that will stay with them long after the final curtain.”
Through countless rehearsals and behind-the-scenes preparations, students have strengthened their confidence, creativity, teamwork, and perseverance. Whether stepping into the spotlight or managing the technical elements that make the production possible, each student plays an important role in creating a memorable theatrical experience for the community.
This production is rated PG-13 due to mature content, including dark humor, staged violence, and language. All four shows are open to the public with general admission seating. Tickets can be purchased at the door- $10 for adults and $5 for children.
Little Shop of Horrors is presented through a special arrangement with and the production licensed by the Music Theatre International (MTI). For more information about licensing Little Shop of Horrors or other shows, please visit https://www.mtishows.com/.