Posted on Friday, April 10, 2026
How far would you go to achieve your dreams? In next week’s LC Musical Theatre production “Little Shop of Horrors,” meet Seymour Krelborn, a meek florist’s assistant, who gets a shot at fortune and fame—and at Audrey, the girl of his dreams—but will he sacrifice everything to get what he wants? That’s where Audrey II, a plant with a big personality and a ravenous appetite, enters his life.
“This is a cautionary tale told with tongue-in-cheek wit about the corrupting influence of power,” says D.J. Grooms ’13, guest director and choreographer of the production. “It reminds us to be wary of easy solutions and to consider the consequences of our choices: ‘Don't Feed the Plants.’”
The origins of “Little Shop of Horrors” began with the 1960 Roger Corman film that featured Jack Nicholson, according to Grooms.
“Alan Menken and Howard Ashman expanded on the film’s story, added a score and developed the characters further,” he says. “The 1986 live action movie adaptation that starred Rick Moranis and Ellen Greene was based on the version of the musical.”
LC’s cast includes seniors Aria Mabry and Jackie Morman as Audrey and Seymour, respectively. Taking the stage alongside his son Jackie will be alumnus Jack Morman Jr. ’89 M’95, who will perform the role of Mr. Mushnik. Additional guest performers include Musical Theatre alum Ethan McKie ’23 as Orin Scrivello, D.D.S. and Dr. John Head, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Experience, making his Price Theater debut as Audrey II the mighty voice of the plant.
Mabry describes Audrey as the perfect damsel in distress.
“She has been used and abused by a number of men who don’t deserve her,” Mabry says. “She dreams of a life with Seymour, but she doesn’t find herself worthy enough to be with him.”
Lacking in confidence, Jackie says his character Seymour struggles to make his affection known to Audrey.
“Seymour is a down on his luck, orphaned, flower shop worker who just can’t seem to find his way in the world,” Morman says. “He’s a well-intentioned, awkward character who does everything he can to please everyone.”
He stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” (after his crush), and the fun begins. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune as long as Seymour keeps feeding it, and Audrey II’s menu is diabolical.
“Audrey II is a manipulative monster who only thinks about itself,” Dr. Head says. “It has been fun to not be ‘Dr. Head the VP’ and just be another cast member.”
The street urchins Chiffon (Sahara Williams ’29), Crystal (Lydia Kennedy ’29) and Ronette (Aundrea Leaks ’28), function as the Greek chorus offering advice and commenting on the action.
Chiffon is the most reserved urchin of the trio, Williams says.
“Ronette and Crystal are her closest friends and also her only family.”
Kennedy says, “Crystal has the most attitude and isn’t afraid to bring it.”
Mature for her age, Leaks’ Ronette “makes sure business is handled and she is always looking out for her neighbors and fellow urchins on skid row.”
Blending comedy, horror and romance, Grooms says the production is a timeless classic that appeals to a wide audience; however, it is not suggested for children under ten.
“The seductive nature of greed, the pursuit of fame and the dangers of conforming to societal pressures are themes that still resonate with audiences today,” he says. And Ashman and Menken do it with a dark sense of humor and a Motown-inspired rock score.
The show will run April 16-19. The performance time is 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
Ticket reservations are made through Eventbrite. The cost is $10 paid at the door for adults and free for LC faculty, staff, and students. Guests are encouraged to ensure they select the appropriate ticket when given the option. Cash and checks are accepted.
Moot Court Debate
Monday, April 13
6 p.m., Corn Auditorium
Baptist Collegiate Ministry Event
Monday, April 13
6 p.m., Residential Quad
A Costa Rican Adventure
Tuesday, April 14
11 a.m., Lewis Library
Business Program Capstone Project
Tuesday, April 14
11 a.m., Caswell Plaza
Courageous Conversations
Wednesday, April 15
7:30 p.m., Bailey Room, Smith Hall
Softball
The Panthers will be back on their own field for the first time in three weeks when they play host to Wesleyan College (Macon, Georgia) on Saturday, April 11, at noon at the LC Softball Complex in a conference double-header. Leading the team is senior Claire Chamberlain, who has produced both at the plate and at the circle, posting a .344 batting average with 31 hits with ten walks while posting a 4.29 ERA. She reached the 100-career hit milestone this past week at Piedmont. Prior to the game, the Panthers will be recognizing their senior class as part of Senior Day. Chamberlain will be joined by Abby Hefner, Katelyn Minnihan and Jenna Yeary as they are recognized for all their outstanding achievements with the program over the years.
Women’s Beach Volleyball
LC hosts its final regular season competition of the season on Saturday, April 11 against Huntingdon College (Montgomery, Alabama) in a 1 p.m. doubleheader. Both the Panthers’ previous two matches against the Hawks have been nail-biters, going 3-2 in favor of the Hawks.
Flag Football
The Panthers will conclude their inaugural season on Saturday, April 11, when they host a tri-match against Milligan University (Elizabethton, Tennessee) at 1 p.m. and Huntingdon College (Montgomery, Alabama) at 4 p.m. in Callaway Stadium.
Baseball
LC travels to Belhaven University (Jackson, Mississippi) this weekend for a three-game CCS series against the host Blazers. The Panthers have one of the best leadoff-pairs in the region with freshman Collin McGhee and senior Jackson McElvy. McGhee is hitting .347 with a team-high 42 hits and a pair of CCS Rookie of the Week awards while McElvy is hitting .349 with 21 walks and 22 stolen bases. Senior Curt Bonner has emerged as a dominant power hitter, hitting .346 with 38 RBI.
Men’s Lacrosse
The Panthers will head to Southern Virginia University (Buena Vista, Virginia) on Saturday, April 11, for a noon conference game. Senior Nicholas Murciano leads the Panthers with 27 goals and five assists.
Tennis
LC will host Huntingdon College (Montgomery, Alabama) on Sunday, April 12, at the Greer Tennis Courts.
Track & Field
The Panthers traveled to Daytona Beach, Florida last weekend for the Embry-Riddle Classic. Freshman Khristian Bell crushed her own school record in the women's 200-meter dash with a time of 25.44, placing her 23rd of 84 and currently ranking her second in the CCS. Freshman Fabian Coleman placed 23rd of 99 in the men's 100-meter dash preliminaries with a time of 10.75, a personal best time and the second-best mark in school history in the outdoor season. Freshman Roman Brown clocked in at a personal best of 22.01 in the men's 200-meter dash to place 38th out of 110 participants. At press time, this ranks him fourth in the CCS. They are back on the track April 17-18 at the Georgia Tech Invitational in Atlanta.
Freshman A’mya Hill was named CCS Track Rookie of the Week. She continued her impressive freshman campaign at the Embry-Riddle Running Elements meet, competing in both the 100-meter dash and the 200-meter dash. Hill placed 12th out of 83 competitors in the 100 with a time of 12.11, a mark that ranks second in the CCS and sets a new LaGrange program record. She also finished 27th out of 84 in the 200 (25.58), which ranks third in the conference this season.
Freshman Ryheem Mighten was named CCS Track Rookie of the Week. He continued his standout freshman season at the Embry-Riddle Running Elements meet, placing ninth in a deep 200-meter dash field of 110 competitors. The freshman clocked a time of 21.39, setting a new LaGrange program record. His performance also ranks first in the CCS this season. This is the third time that Mighten has been recognized by the conference.
Men’s Golf
LC competed at the RTJ Capital Classic April 6-7 in Prattville, Alabama. The tournament was highlighted by sophomore CJ Kilkelly's hole-in-one on hole two in the third round. Senior Eli Rogers led the charge for the Panthers after completing with scores of +2, +10 and +1 for a +13 finish overall. Kilkelly wasn't far behind, finishing at +14 after posting scores of +3, +7 and +4. The team returns to the links April 13-14 when they compete in the Sam Snead Invitational in Williamsburg, Virginia.
(Please note that schedules may change due to circumstances beyond our control. Please check www.lagrangepanthers.com to confirm.)
Friday, April 10 – Baseball at Belhaven University, 7 p.m., Jackson, Mississippi
Friday, April 11 – Beach Volleyball (Home) vs. Huntingdon College (Montgomery, Alabama), 1 p.m., Strack Beach Volleyball Courts
Friday, April 11 – Lacrosse at Southern Virginia University, noon, Buena Vista, Virginia
Saturday, April 11 – Softball (Home) vs. Wesleyan College (Macon, Georgia), noon and 2 p.m. LC Softball Complex
Saturday, April 11 – Flag Football (Home) vs. Milligan University (Elizabethton, Tennessee), 1 p.m., Callaway Stadium
Saturday, April 11 – Baseball at Belhaven University, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., Jackson, Mississippi
Saturday, April 11 – Flag Football (Home) vs. Huntingdon College, 4 p.m., Callaway Stadium
Sunday, April 12 – Men’s Tennis (Home) vs. Huntingdon College, 2 p.m., Greer Tennis Courts
Sunday, April 12 – Women’s Tennis (Home) vs. Huntingdon College, 2 p.m., Greer Tennis Courts
Monday, April 13 – Men’s Golf at Sam Snead Invitational, Williamsburg, Virginia
Tuesday, April 14 – Men’s Golf at Sam Snead Invitational, Williamsburg, Virginia
Tuesday, April 14 – Softball at Huntingdon College, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Montgomery, Alabama
Wednesday, April 15 – Men’s Tennis at Belhaven University, 1 p.m., Jackson, Mississippi
Wednesday, April 15 – Women’s Tennis at Belhaven University, 1 p.m., Jackson, Mississippi
Thursday, April 16 – Beach Volleyball at AVCA Championships, Gulf Shores, Alabama
Category: Arts and Culture, Community, Events
Keywords: Theatre, Performing Arts
