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New Stage Theatre's "Little Shop of Horrors" Oct. 5 - 17
New Stage Theatre opens its 56th Season with the hit Broadway Musical Little Shop of Horrors October 5-17, 2021. Curtain times and dates for performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Sundays. Ticket prices are $35.00 with discounts available for students, senior citizens, military, and groups. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, located inside the Jane Reid Petty Theatre Center, charged by phone by calling the theatre at (601) 948-3533, or ordered online at www.newstagetheatre.com. This production is sponsored by Sanderson Farms.
Recommended for ages 12+ for language and innuendo.
Feed me! Nerdy floral shop worker Seymour would give anything to gain the love of Audrey. The depth of his desire is tested when a strange and menacing addition to his floral shop brings him sudden and unexpected popularity. Musical hilarity ensues with this delectable Broadway smash hit. Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for almost forty years, becoming one of the most popular shows worldwide.
New Stage Theatre Artistic Director Francine Thomas Reynolds said, “When considering shows to launch the reopening of New Stage after so many months without live theatre, Little Shop of Horrors emerged as the perfect show to kick off our Season 56. The hilarious and quirky story, upbeat doo-wop, rock and Motown music, and loveable characters, deliver the kind of satirical fun and enjoyment audiences might be ready for.” Added Reynolds, “Our creative team, fabulous cast and musicians are excited to be back to live performances and the entire New Stage company is looking forward to welcoming everyone back who feels comfortable returning to live theatre as we Celebrate Our Next Act!”
The cast includes: Tyler Bellmon as Seymour (New York), Taylor Galvin as Audrey (New York), Joseph Frost as Mr. Mushnik (Jackson), Sharon Miles as Audrey II (Hattiesburg), and Evan Brechtel as Orin (New York). Additional cast members include Erin Morton, Jaymi Horn, Jayla Lomax, Mandy Kate Myers, Hosea Griffith, Kyle Devin Hunter, and Caleb Henry. Tyler Bellmon and Taylor Galvin appear through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association.
FULLY VACCINATED AUDIENCE PERFORMANCES: October 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, & 16, 2021 (Proof of full vaccination and ID will be required; vaccination proof not required at other performances)
SOCIAL DISTANCING PERFORMANCE: October 13, 2021 (Call the box office for tickets)
PAY WHAT YOU CAN: Patrons can come to the box office beginning at 6:30 on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. If tickets are available they can be purchased at any value with cash, check, or credit card. This is only valid for the October 5 performance.

Little Shop of Horrors performances are October 5-17, 2021. Ticket prices are $35.00 with discounts available for students, senior citizens, military, and groups. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, charged by phone by calling the theatre at (601) 948-3533, or ordered online at www.newstagetheatre.com. The theatre is located in the Jane Reid Petty Theatre Center at 1100 Carlisle Street in the Belhaven neighborhood.
Where:
The Jane Reid Petty Theatre Center,
1100 Carlisle Street, Jackson MS 39202
Dates:
Pay What You Can Night: October 5, 2021
Open: October 6, 2021
Close: October 17, 2021
Performance Times:
Tuesday thru Saturday: 7:30 pm
Sundays: 2:00 pm
Fully Vaccinated Audience Performances: October 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, & 16, 2021 (Proof of full vaccination and ID will be required; vaccination proof not required at other performances)
Social Distancing Performance: October 13, 2021 (Call the box office for tickets)
Tickets:
$35; seniors/students/military $30
Box Office:
Telephone: 601-948-3533
Online: www.newstagetheatre.com
Email: tickets@newstagetheatre.com
Hours: Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hours During Show:
Tuesday thru Friday: 10 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday: 4 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 2 pm
Tickets Online:
Tickets may be purchased 24 hours a day, seven days a week at www.newstagetheatre.com (a per-ticket service fee of $3 applies to all online purchases)
Rush Tickets:
One hour prior to curtain for any performance, students with a current academic ID may purchase an available seat for $10. Limit one ticket per ID.
To view public safety protocols please visit www.newstagetheatre.com/covid-19
Director.............Peppy Biddy
Music Director..........Carol Joy Sparkman
Choreographer...........Malaika Quarterman
Stage Manager..........Clara Seitz
Scenic Designer..........Dex Edwards
Costume Designer..........Virginia Coffey
Lighting Designer..........Andrew Prince
Sound Designer/Engineer..........Alberto Meza
Cast SEYMOUR..........Tyler Bellmon*
AUDREY..........Taylor Galvin*
MR. MUSHNIK..........Joseph Frost
ORIN..........Evan Brechtel
AUDREY II..........Sharon Miles
CHIFFON..........Erin Morton
CRYSTAL..........Jaymi Horn
RONNETTE..........Jayla Lomax
SKID ROW RESIDENTS:
Mandy Kate Myers
Hosea Griffith
Kyle Devin Hunter
Caleb Henry
UNDERSTUDIES:
Ward Emling
Sam Lovorn
Natalie Fehrenbacher
Mandy Kate Myers
