Little Shop of Horrors 🌱

16/07/2025 Top News

Pupils Deliver Unforgettable Performances as Risedale School's 'Little Shop of Horrors' Takes Centre Stage.

The stage at Risedale School was transformed as pupils delivered a truly captivating performance of the cult classic musical, "Little Shop of Horrors." The annual school show proved to be a resounding success, delighting packed houses on Tuesday, 15th and Wednesday, 16th July.

The week kicked off with a special preview on Monday, 14th July, as Risedale welcomed pupils from local primary schools. This offered a wonderful opportunity for the younger children to experience a secondary school production firsthand, and the overwhelmingly positive feedback from both the pupils and their accompanying staff clearly showed how much they enjoyed the performance.

Bringing the Characters – and the Plant – to Life

"Little Shop of Horrors" tells the darkly comedic tale of Seymour Krelborn, a meek floral assistant who stumbles upon a unique, talking plant with a rather peculiar diet. As the ravenous Audrey II grew, so did Seymour's fortunes, leading to hilariously macabre consequences. The cast expertly brought this fantastic story to life, delivering memorable songs and quirky characters with impressive energy and stage presence.

Emily-Faye Fort captivated audiences as the shy Seymour, while Skai Nicholson shone as the sweet yet unlucky Audrey. Jak Atkinson brought the musical's botanical star to life with skilled puppetry, and Alex Dunphy added layers of humour and grit as the opportunistic Mr Mushnik.

Our Dedicated Team Behind the Scenes

The magic on stage wouldn't have been possible without the tireless efforts of the entire cast and crew. This year's show was once again directed by Head of Drama, Mrs Southworth-Gedye, and produced by Head of Social Studies, Ms Dunphy. Their vision and hard work ensured a polished and engaging performance.

“I'm incredibly proud of the entire cast and crew for bringing 'Little Shop of Horrors' to life with such energy and enthusiasm," said Mrs Southworth-Gedye. "This production truly embodies our vision of supporting every pupil to be the BEST version of themselves. The immense effort and teamwork required meant every single pupil, whether on stage or behind the scenes, rose to the challenge, developing their RESILIENCE, RESPONSIBILITY, and a strong sense of belonging and accomplishment. It truly showcases the incredible talent and dedication we have here at Risedale."

Ms Dunphy added, "We are immensely grateful to Tony Wilcock from The Georgian Theatre Royal. His technical support and expertise were absolutely crucial in making the show look and sound as fantastic as it did. His contribution truly elevated the entire production."

Risedale School's production of "Little Shop of Horrors" was a resounding success, leaving audiences enthralled and highlighting the immense talent and collaborative spirit within the Risedale Family. With such a dedicated team and talented performers, the future of Risedale’s stage shows continues to look exceptionally bright.