Six choreographer to direct Little Shop of Horrors revival in Manchester

Six the Musical choreographer Carrie-Anne Ingrouille is to direct the Hope Mill Theatre’s revival of Little Shop of Horrors. 

Ingrouille, who has received Olivier and Tony nominations for her work on Six, will also choreograph the new production, which marks the longest sit-down staging of Little Shop of Horrors to play in the UK since it enjoyed a West End run in 2007. 

The Hope Mill Theatre’s revival will open on September 25 next year and run until November 29, 2026, with a press night on September 30. 

Ingrouille said: "“It’s an absolute joy to be directing and choreographing Little Shop of Horrors. Funny, full of dark twists, and pulsing with a raw, playful energy, it remains utterly iconic. 

"I’m excited to bring a fresh perspective while honouring its timeless appeal, and I can’t wait to bring it to life for new audiences while celebrating everything fans already love.”

Producer Thomas Hopkins added: “I have long admired Carrie-Anne’s work and her extraordinary eye for creating work. I cannot be more excited to have Carrie-Anne leading this mayor revival of one of the world’s most beloved musicals.”

Joseph Houston, artistic director of The Hope Mill Theatre said Little Shop of Horrors had been on his venue’s "bucketlist" of musicals, and that "the time has never felt more right" to bring it to life. 

The new production marks the latest collaboration between Hopkins and the Manchester venue, with previous projects including Rose starring Maureen Lipman, which transferred to the West End in 2023, and Peter Quilter’s award-winning comedy Glorious!, which is set to tour the UK in 2026.

With music by Alan Menken and book and lyrics by Howard Ashman, Little Shop of Horrors is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.