NJCU students shine at CDC Theatre production

Seymour, played by Zach Mazouat, and Audrey, played by Jenna Ravenda, discover a very different plant at Mushniks Floral Shop in ‘Little Shop of Horrors.’
Seymour, played by Zach Mazouat, and Audrey, played by Jenna Ravenda, discover a very different plant at Mushniks Floral Shop in ‘Little Shop of Horrors.’

CRANFORD — The talented denizens of Skid Row have been rehearsing for the upcoming CDC Theatre production of “Little Shop of Horrors,” book and lyrics by Howard Ashman, music by Alan Menkin.

A down-and-out floral assistant, Seymour Krelborn, played by Zach Mazouat, becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Audrey, the love of Seymour’s life, is played by Jenna Ravenda. Charming, tuneful and hilarious, with tongue planted firmly in cheek, this affectionate spoof of 1950s sci-fi movies runs Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. from Friday, Oct. 11, through Saturday, Oct. 26. For tickets and information, visit www.cdctheatre.org or call 908-276-7611.

Founded in 1919, CDC Theatre is an all-volunteer community theater and a registered 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. Their mission is to provide quality, affordable theater to New Jersey residents. Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment of the Arts, through a grant administered by the Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affair.