| Chicago Reader - Recommended
"...Directors Brian Posen and Kory Danielson emphasize the grisliness over the comedy in this 1982 musical based on a Roger Corman movie about a nebbishy florist and his man-eating Venus flytrap. The skid-row setting looks legitimately dicey here, and the plant is represented by a snarling, ass-kicking Candace Edwards. Sometimes the directors try too hard to be edgy, but their approach is admirably bold and never boring."
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Centerstage - Recommended
"...This joint Stage 773/Street Tempo production illuminates an under-appreciated element of this show, its sense of time and place. It’s not just the pop culture parody, although that is abundant. The sci fi tropes, the girl group consisting of three African American urchins (here changed to two African American girls and a cross dressing white male) and the “Wild One” style trappings of the villain are all very funny."
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Time Out Chicago - Recommended
"...Street Tempo’s production marks a rare occasion when a lack of cohesion is a good thing. While Posen and Danielson are overthinking, their cast is gleefully belting, doo-wopping and dancing circles around all the directorial decadence, none more than Krystal Metcalfe, Sharriese Hamilton and Will Hoyer as some fierce Motown hookers. With some sound issues fixed, there’s a formidable Little Shop here. You just have to bushwhack first."
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Chicago Theatre Addict - Recommended
"...Sure, I could go on outlining what I did and didn’t like in this production (particularly, the dancing ensemble, which was one element too many), but I just suggest you check it out for yourself. This is unlike any production of Little Shop you’ve probably ever seen and you’re sure to walk away with some sort of strong opinion."
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ChicagoCritic - Recommended
"...The whole is a little rough around the edges yet, but Horrors is a forgivingly tongue-in-cheek musical that absorbs them comfortably into its infectiously fun atmosphere, making it a safe and crowd-pleasing choice for a young troupe (which I think shows some wisdom on their part). With an eclectic blend of sounds and an over-the-top tall tale, this little shop is an amusing stop in Skid Row with enough bubbling energy to leave you humming for days. Just don’t feed the plants."
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Chicago Now - Recommended
"...LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is as fun as life gets on Skid Row. It’s a raunchy romp with plenty of attitude and laughs. You should plant yourself in a seat for the next feeding."
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