This Christmas, a spectacular new UK revival of the cult musical Little Shop of Horrors comes to the Liverpool Playhouse, led by an all-star cast and award-nominated creative team.
Brookside legend Michael Starke stars as Mr Mushnik, joined by Jessie Elland (Emmerdale, 101 Dalmatians) as Audrey in this festive Liverpool run. They are joined by an outstanding West End cast including:
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Jed Berry (Back To The Future, Shucked) as Seymour
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Marcus Ayton (Shrek, Lovestuck) as the voice of Audrey II
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Benjamin Yates (Emmerdale, Jersey Boys) as Orin Scrivello (the Dentist)
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Psalms-Nissi Myers-Reid as Crystal
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Gabrielle Davina Smith as Ronnette
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Rio Maye as Chiffon
The production is directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award nominee Carrie-Anne Ingrouille (Six the Musical), bringing a bold, high-energy vision to Alan Menken and Howard Ashman’s legendary musical.
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Set & Costume Designer: Morgan Large (Sister Act, Newsies)
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Musical Supervisor & Arranger: Paul Schofield
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Lighting Designer: Rory Beaton
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Sound Designer: Kelsh Buckman Drage
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Casting Director: Rob Kelly
Featuring iconic songs, razor-sharp comedy, and one very hungry plant, this brand-new revival promises a must-see festive theatre experience for Liverpool audiences.
? 2026 also marks 40 years since the release of the original 1986 film, making this production a perfect anniversary celebration of one of musical theatre’s most beloved cult classics.