When does the performance take place?

The performance begins on June 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM and ends according to the schedule at 8:00 PM.

Where is the piece performed?

It is performed at the Music Theatre in the Ruhr, Small House, at Kennedyplatz in Gelsenkirchen.

How much are the tickets?

Admission starts at 16.00 euros.

Who directs the evening?

The staging is by director Carsten Kirchmeier.

Are there travel information?

The MiR is centrally located at Kennedyplatz and provides barrier-free information as well as VRR usage with the ticket.

What kind of evening can the audience expect?

A cult musical with black humor, strong songs, and a film-thought stage in the Small House.

A cult musical with bite: Little Shop of Horrors unleashes Gelsenkirchen's stage

Name: Little Shop of Horrors
Start: 2026-06-28T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-28T22:00:00+02:00
Location: Musiktheater im Revier (MiR) - Kleines Haus

A cult musical with bite at the Music Theatre in the Ruhr

When a plant craves human flesh and simultaneously devours the dreams of a whole cast of characters, great musical theatre emerges from dark humor. Little Shop of Horrors returns as a cult musical to Gelsenkirchen, blending love story, megalomania, and grotesque comedy into a gripping stage experience in the Small House. The production runs on June 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM; the performance lasts until 8:00 PM according to the schedule. Tickets start at 16.00 euros. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/95438-der-kleine-horrorladen?utm_source=openai))

Between Doo-Wop, horror, and longing

The musical by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman is one of the cleverest boundary crossers in the repertoire: it mixes rock, doo-wop, and satire with a plot that unfolds like a macabre fairy tale. The shy Seymour, Audrey, and the flourishing nightmare Audrey II form a trio that transforms the American dream into a biting parable. The source material from Roger Corman's 1960 film remains palpable, yet the stage adaptation has long since crafted its own cult history. ([howardashman.com](https://www.howardashman.com/howards-work/little-shop-of-horrors?utm_source=openai))

Carsten Kirchmeier focuses on film aesthetics

Director Carsten Kirchmeier aligns with the original film's concept and transforms the stage in the Small House into a real picture strip. This idea promises a staging with sharp outlines, clear rhythm, and strong visual impact: a musical that not only tells a story but also builds images. Particularly in the Music Theatre in the Ruhr, whose theatre architecture and accentuated lighting have always been defining qualities of the house, this aesthetic gains special tension. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/95438-der-kleine-horrorladen?utm_source=openai))

The MiR as a stage for musical precision

The Music Theatre in the Ruhr is a tradition-rich multi-genre house with opera, musical, dance, and puppet theatre; the Small House provides the perfect setting for a production that demands closeness, timing, and ensemble play. The barrier-free information provided by the house, the use of VRR with the ticket, and the central location at Kennedyplatz also make the visit uncomplicated. For the evening of June 28, arrival, entry, and theatre atmosphere combine here into a compact cultural moment in the heart of the Ruhr area. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/kultur/theater_und_musik/Musiktheater_im_Revier_MiR/index.aspx?utm_source=openai))

Why this evening is enticing

Little Shop of Horrors offers no complacent musical routine but a precisely built game with seduction, abyss, and audience reaction. Those who love the mix of biting wit, catchy songs, and a dark punchline will experience a performance with cult status that elegantly intertwines entertainment and stage art. For theatre lovers in Gelsenkirchen, this is a date that immediately belongs on the wish list. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/95438-der-kleine-horrorladen?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: This performance promises a musical chamber play with horror flair, strong imagery, and scenic sophistication. Anyone wanting to experience the cult musical live should not miss this evening at the Music Theatre in the Ruhr. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/_meta/veranstaltungskalender/95438-der-kleine-horrorladen?utm_source=openai))