Little Shop of Horrors Takes the Stage at Sault Community Theatre Centre

Behind the Scenes of the Cult Classic Musical's Local Production

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:11pm

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A striking black silhouette of the carnivorous plant Audrey II, rendered in a bold, minimalist style with high-contrast red and white shapes, conceptually capturing the dark humor and themes of ambition at the heart of the musical.The darkly comedic allure of the man-eating plant Audrey II takes center stage in this local production of the cult classic musical Little Shop of Horrors.Sault Ste. Marie Today

The Sault Community Theatre Centre is bringing the darkly comedic cult classic musical 'Little Shop of Horrors' to life, blending humor, heart, and a surprisingly poignant commentary on ambition. With a small but talented cast, the production promises to capture the show's enduring appeal and explore the relatable struggles of its lead character, Seymour Krelborn.

Why it matters

Little Shop of Horrors has endured as a beloved musical for over four decades, resonating with audiences across generations. This local production taps into the show's ability to blend entertainment with deeper themes, offering a timely escape while also challenging viewers to reflect on their own desires and compromises.

The details

The Sault Community Theatre Centre's production of Little Shop of Horrors features a cast of just 14 performers, each carrying significant weight in bringing the musical's iconic characters and harmonies to life. Co-director Lesley Walsh Tibben notes that the small, tight-knit ensemble means every singer must be 'super solid' to deliver the show's complex vocal arrangements.

  • The Sault Community Theatre Centre's production of Little Shop of Horrors will run from April 29 to May 2, 2026.
  • The musical first debuted off-Broadway in 1982, becoming a cult classic that has endured for over four decades.

The players

Seymour Krelborn

The shy, flower-shop assistant whose discovery of a mysterious, man-eating plant becomes his ticket to fame and attention, but also tests his morality.

Audrey

Seymour's coworker and love interest, a dreamer trapped in an abusive relationship who longs for a better life 'somewhere that's green.'

Audrey II

The carnivorous, man-eating plant that becomes a metaphor for the dangerous bargains people make in pursuit of their dreams.

Christina Speers

The actress playing the role of Audrey, who shares a personal connection to the musical as the first one she fell in love with as a child.

Lesley Walsh Tibben

The co-director of the Sault Community Theatre Centre's production, who notes the challenges of working with a small, tight-knit cast to deliver the show's complex vocal arrangements.

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What they’re saying

“Little Shop of Horrors was the first musical I fell in love with as a child, so this production is particularly meaningful to me.”

— Christina Speers, Actress playing Audrey

“With just 14 cast members, each performer carries a significant weight, both literally and metaphorically. Every singer has to be 'super solid' to carry the harmonies.”

— Lesley Walsh Tibben, Co-director

What’s next

The Sault Community Theatre Centre's production of Little Shop of Horrors will run for four performances from April 29 to May 2, 2026, giving local audiences a chance to experience the enduring appeal of this cult classic musical.

The takeaway

Little Shop of Horrors is more than just a quirky musical; it's a cultural touchstone that continues to captivate audiences with its blend of dark humor, relatable characters, and a surprisingly poignant commentary on ambition. This local production taps into the show's enduring appeal, offering a timely escape while also challenging viewers to reflect on their own desires and compromises.