A major new revival of Little Shop of Horrors is coming to Manchester and Liverpool, with a new cast, specially created Audrey II puppets and a brand-new musical megamix offering a first taste of the production.
1. Maisie Smith is playing Audrey in Manchester
EastEnders star and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Maisie Smith takes on her first musical theatre role as Audrey at Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre. Jessie Elland, known for Emmerdale, then takes over the role for the Liverpool run.
2. There’s a brand-new Little Shop Megamix
The cast have recorded a special megamix featuring favourites including Little Shop of Horrors, Dentist!, Somewhere That’s Green and Don’t Feed the Plants. The video also takes audiences behind the scenes as the cast come together to record it.
Watch the official Megamix on YouTube:
3. Audrey II is getting a spectacular new look
The famous carnivorous plant will be brought to life using four specially commissioned puppets created by Robert Allsopp, whose previous work includes the Wicked films and Doctor Who.
4. September performances in Manchester have already sold out
The revival opens at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester from 25 September to 29 November 2026. All September performances are already sold out, while tickets for the Liverpool run are also selling quickly.
5. Liverpool gets the show for Christmas
Little Shop of Horrors transfers to Liverpool Playhouse from 3 December 2026 to 9 January 2027, making it an alternative Christmas theatre choice for the city.
Manchester: Hope Mill Theatre, 25 September – 29 November 2026
Liverpool: Liverpool Playhouse, 3 December 2026 – 9 January 2027
Book Manchester: https://hopemilltheatre.co.uk/event/little-shop-of-horrors/
Book Liverpool: https://www.everymanplayhouse.com/