{"id":644,"date":"2024-01-03T19:26:22","date_gmt":"2024-01-03T19:26:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalgazette.us\/?p=644"},"modified":"2024-10-05T17:25:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-05T21:25:10","slug":"darren-criss-and-evan-rachel-wood-to-light-up-the-stage-in-little-shop-of-horrors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalgazette.us\/?p=644","title":{"rendered":"Darren Criss and Evan Rachel Wood to Light Up the Stage in &#8216;Little Shop of Horrors&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Broadway is exciting as Darren Criss and Evan Rachel Wood are set to take the stage in the beloved musical \u201cLittle Shop of Horrors.\u201d Beginning in late January, this dynamic duo will bring life to the characters of Seymour and Audrey, marking a significant moment in theatre. Criss, known for his captivating performances and Wood, celebrated for her versatility, are gearing up to transform the West Side Theatre into Skid Row.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a recent announcement on Sirius XM On Broadway during \u201cA Very Darren Crissmas Hour,\u201d Darren Criss expressed his enthusiasm: \u201cFolks, Evan [Rachel Wood] and I if you haven\u2019t heard, will be going into Little Shop of Horrors\u2026 from late January through the End of March. It\u2019ll be short and sweet, but I\u2019m so excited.\u201d This limited engagement at the Westside Theatre, starting January 30, 2024, marks a new chapter for the three-time Best Musical Revival Award-winning production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Producers of \u201cLittle Shop of Horrors\u201d shared their delight, \u201cThe casting of this show has become one of the greatest joys of our lives\u2026 Evan Rachel Wood and Darren Criss is a testament to Howard Ashman and Alan Menken\u2019s Little Shop of Horrors, one of musical theatre\u2019s finest achievements.\u201d Both stars bring a rich background to their roles. Criss, an Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe Award winner, is not new to Broadway, with remarkable performances in \u201cAmerican Buffalo,\u201d \u201cHow to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,\u201d and \u201cHedwig and the Angry Inch.\u201d Meanwhile, Evan Rachel Wood, making her New York Stage debut, has shone in film and television roles such as \u201cWestworld\u201d and \u201cFrozen II.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cLittle Shop of Horrors\u201d is more than just a musical; it\u2019s a cultural phenomenon that has stood the test of time. The show has captured hearts worldwide with books and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken. Directed by Michael Mayer and choreographed by Ellenore Scott, this production promises to be a thrilling experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Darren Criss and Evan Rachel Wood prepare to step into the shoes of Seymour and Audrey, audiences can anticipate a mesmerizing blend of talent and charisma. Their presence in \u201cLittle Shop of Horrors\u201d is not just a performance; it\u2019s a celebration of musical theatre\u2019s power to captivate and inspire. With such exceptional talents at the helm, the stage is set for an unforgettable experience at the Westside Theatre.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Broadway is exciting as Darren Criss and Evan Rachel Wood are set to take the stage in the beloved musical \u201cLittle Shop of Horrors.\u201d Beginning in late January, this dynamic duo will bring life to the characters of Seymour and Audrey, marking a significant moment in theatre. 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