When does the performance on June 3, 2026, start?

The performance starts at 7:30 PM.

Where does The Little Shop of Horrors take place?

At the Musiktheater im Revier, Little House, at Kennedyplatz in Gelsenkirchen.

How much is the admission?

The starting price is 16.00 euros per ticket.

How long does the performance last?

The stated running time is approximately two hours, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

Is public transport available?

Yes, the ticket also serves as a VRR ticket for the round trip.

Is the venue accessible?

The Musiktheater im Revier describes its venues as low-barrier and accessible.

A cult musical full of dark humor and stage ecstasy in Gelsenkirchen

Name: The Little Shop of Horrors
Start: 2026-06-03T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-03T23:30:00+02:00
Location: Kleines Haus

A cult musical grows into great stage magic at the Little House

On June 3, 2026, the musical The Little Shop of Horrors returns to the stage of the Musiktheater im Revier, combining dark humor, grotesque tension, and a bittersweet love story into an irresistible stage experience. The performance at the Little House starts at 7:30 PM and takes you directly into the world of Seymour, Audrey, and the dangerous plant Audrey II. ([musiktheater-im-revier.de](https://musiktheater-im-revier.de/de/performance/2025-26/der-kleine-horrorladen))

A story between a flower shop, megalomania, and desire

The adaptation by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman is based on Roger Corman's B-movie from 1960 and has long been part of the fixed canon of musical theater. At the center is a shy florist whose rise is linked to a carnivorous plant. This is where the play draws its vibrant power: it tells of social pressure, repressed dreams, and the temptation to enforce success at all costs. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Der_kleine_Horrorladen_%28Musical%29))

Carsten Kirchmeier relies on film aesthetics and precise theatrical atmosphere

Director Carsten Kirchmeier, born in Gelsenkirchen and closely connected to directing and dramaturgy at the Musiktheater im Revier, transforms the piece into a production with clear imagery. According to the house announcement, the MiR production is oriented towards the original film adaptation and transforms the stage into a real picture strip. This is where the appeal lies: musical, acting, and cinematic dynamics merge into a production with high recognizability. ([musiktheater-im-revier.de](https://musiktheater-im-revier.de/de/person/b9e1-carsten-kirchmeier))

Musical power, quirky humor, and dark charm

With Wolfgang Wilger in musical direction, Beata Kornatowska for stage and costume, and a clearly outlined ensemble work, an evening is created that takes the cult status of the material seriously while also playing with a wink of lightness. Press references on the MiR page speak of a hit with the audience and a playful eerie fun, which aptly describes the special mix of entertainment, pace, and ironic emphasis. ([musiktheater-im-revier.de](https://musiktheater-im-revier.de/de/performance/2025-26/der-kleine-horrorladen))

Venue with intimacy, acoustics, and short travel time

The Little House at Kennedyplatz 1 in 45881 Gelsenkirchen provides the perfect frame for the piece: compact, close to the action, and ideal for an intense live experience. For travel, the theater recommends public transport; MiR tickets also serve as VRR tickets. Limited parking is available from one hour before the performance starts. The venue is also described as low-barrier and accessible. ([musiktheater-im-revier.de](https://musiktheater-im-revier.de/en/articles/2025-26/service/anreise))

Conclusion: An evening for musical fans, theater enthusiasts, and the curious

The Little Shop of Horrors promises an evening full of pace, wit, and eerily beautiful tension at the Musiktheater im Revier. Anyone wanting to experience the interplay of cult material, lively dramaturgy, and strong stage presence live should mark this date in red on their calendar. This musical grows not only on stage but also directly into memory. ([musiktheater-im-revier.de](https://musiktheater-im-revier.de/de/performance/2025-26/der-kleine-horrorladen))