What stuck in my mind was the sheer professionalism of the production combined with an obvious enthusiasm from those involved. Direction from Rosie Withers shone through with a certainty that only comes from first rate stage direction.
Lucy Blundell's Audrey and Philip Raymond's Seymour were entirely believable as they delivered their at times emotional roles with great energy and absolute commitment to the parts. Lucy's strikingly attractive appearance and Phillip's rather gawkish one combined so well together.
Henry Cox as the shop owner Mushnik played the part of an elderly man with conviction and humour whilst Waleed Arshad as Audrey's nasty boyfriend was evil while still getting the laughs. The excellent "gospel girls" took us back to the '60s with foot tapping songs and well choreographed dance.
Musical director John Pennington led a five piece band that was musically tight and gave drive to the show.
Julia Karling's costumes were excellent but it is her design and construction of the spectacular man-eating plant that deserves special mention.
This was a well put together show with believable acting, strong singing and dance and excellent stage direction.
Review by John McVitie