In 1982, musical theater enthusiasts were take by storm when a man-eating plant by the name of Audrey II took the stage in the dark, yet funny, Little Shop of Horrors. Alan Menken and Howard Ashman bring the story of Seymour Krelborn, a poor, meek florist in the urban “skid row.”

Seymour is secretly in love with his co-worker, the bodacious, kindhearted, Audrey. One day while walking down the street, he comes across an interesting plant resembling a Venus flytrap. He buys the plant and names it Audrey II in honor of his crush. Although he feeds the plant regularly, gives him lots of sunlight, and provides everything he would do for a normal plant, Seymour cannot seem to make the plant survive. It isn’t until he pricks his finger on a rose and the plant speaks. Yes, the plant speaks. It pleads to be fed, and Seymour finally realizes what his unusual plant needs to survive: human blood. This leads to many exciting complications in Seymour’s life, especially as the plant’s appetite begins to grow.

 This musical is delightfully funny despite its dark storyline. It includes witty dialogues, entertaining songs, and colorful characters. With songs like “Suddenly Seymour” and “Somewhere That’s Green” to make your heart flutter, “Skid Row (Downtown)” and “Dentist!” encourage the audience to sing along. Characters like Audrey, Mr. Mushnik, and even Audrey II will cause people to laugh off their seats.

If you want a musical with amusing songs, heartwarming relationships, and an underdog’s victory, then this is the one for you! Even though Little Shop of Horrors is not showing in Los Angeles right now, I highly suggest you see it when it comes around. However, if you just cannot wait to see this fantastic musical, you can order the 1986 film on DVD from Netflix.