Murray City Cultural Arts will present a production of the musical Little Shop of Horrors at the Murray Theater starting Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. The musical, which is based on Roger Corman's 1960 black comedy film, will run through Oct. 30, 2026, with several performances scheduled throughout the final week of October.
The Musical's Story and Themes
The production features a storyline centered on Seymour Krelborn, a meek floral assistant who discovers a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises Krelborn unending fame and fortune as long as he continues to feed the plant blood. As the story progresses, Seymour discovers the extraterrestrial origins of Audrey II and its intent toward global domination.
Creative Background and Production
The musical is a Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash that has been popular with theatergoers for over 30 years. The creative team behind the musical includes Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, who are also known for their work on Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. This specific production is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI), which also supplied all authorized performance materials.
Performance Schedule and Rating
Performances are scheduled for Oct. 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30, 2026, with all shows beginning at 7:30 PM. Doors for the events open at 7:00 PM. The production is rated PG-13, and organizers have noted that the musical contains scenes and themes that younger viewers may find distressing, suggesting that parental discretion is recommended.
Special Monday Night Features
For the Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, performance, Murray City Cultural Arts is offering a family night discount. This discount provides a 50% reduction when four or more tickets are added to a cart. Additionally, an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter will be present during this specific Monday performance to assist viewers.
Ticketing and Pricing Information
Tickets for the musical are priced at $22 for cash payments, though card payments are subject to a processing fee. According to Showpass, prices may range between $20.60 and $22.66. Official ticket outlets are limited to the Murray Parks and Recreation Office, located at 296 E Murray Park Ave, and the online platforms Showpass and Murraytix.com. The Parks and Recreation Office is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Fraud Prevention and Limits
To prevent ticket fraud, organizers strongly recommend that patrons refrain from purchasing tickets via third-party sellers. According to the City of Murray, third-party tickets may be sold at prices much higher than face value and may not carry the same service guarantees as those purchased through official outlets. A maximum of eight tickets can be purchased per transaction.
Organizational Support
Murray City Cultural Arts receives funding for its programming from several organizations, including the Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts & Parks, NowPlayingUtah, the Utah Division of Arts & Museums, the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and Utah Humanities.
