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Mulwaree High School’s recent production, Little Shop Of Horrors, really brought that message home.
The show, a two-hour rock and doo-wop musical, was an shining example of how great a dedicated performing space in the City could be. That said, the school did a wonderful job of using their own facilities.
Put on in the school hall, packed out audiences welcomed the show.
A man who works in a flower shop, with a boss who doesn’t appreciate him and a girl who hardly knows he exists... That’s where the story begins.
Then, along comes Audrey II - a giant extraterrestrial flytrap that feeds on human blood. Sinister, right?
It’s actually, sadly, hilarious.
Director Michelle McAleer pulled together an amazing cast for the play.
Thomas Bensley, as lead-man Seymour, was charming and convincing.
Former Mulwaree student Emily Robinson (as Seymour’s love interest Audrey) gave a solid performance, as always. Tahlia O’Neill as Chiffon (one of three doo-wop girls) gave a strong vocal performance.
A personal favourite of mine was Connor McInnes as Mr Mushnik, the awkward flower shop boss who, while actually somewhat of a terrible person throughout, you can’t help but adore.
But, the star of the show is the one you never see.
A young man by the name of Philip Mills (remember it) brought the entire play to another level as the voice of Audrey II.
Admittedly, I thought McAleer was using a pre recorded vocal track from a professional vocal artist, until I turned around to see this little dark-haired person in the sound booth.
Mills can sing! It was expressive, sassy and almost seductive. It was absolutely spot on.
The orchestra, led by Mulwaree music teacher Andrew Wood, was a wonderful accompaniment.
All in all, Little Shop Of Horrors was a classy production and just the right amount of rough-aroundthe- edges. My only true disappointment came from the short season, with only two shows open to the public. If you missed it, I extend my sympathies.
Congratulations to all involved.