The Source presents “Hidden Faces,” an evening that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of individuals who have overcome homelessness through the organization’s programs. A meal will be served by Dignity Catering, a culinary initiative that provides employment opportunities for Source members. The event begins 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Richardson Center at Indian River State College, 6155 College Lane, Vero Beach. Tickets are $20. For more information, call 386-290-4396.
Riverside Theatre’s production of the cult favorite “Little Shop of Horrors” opens Tuesday, Oct. 21, and runs through Nov. 9 on the theater’s Stark Stage. The comic musical, by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, tells the strange story of Seymour, a timid flower shop clerk who discovers an unusual plant that brings him fame – and an unexpected thirst for human blood. He names the plant “Audrey II” after the woman he secretly loves, only to find himself caught between affection and ambition as the plant’s appetite grows. The story has quite the provenance. The popular 1986 film came from the 1982 stage musical, which was influenced by Roger Corman’s 1960 B-movie “The Passionate People Eater,” inspired by Arthur C. Clarke’s variation of H.G. Wells’ 1894 short story called “The Flowering of the Strange Orchid.” The show earned multiple awards, including the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical and the New York Drama Critics Circle Award. Riverside Theatre’s production is directed and choreographed by DJ Salisbury. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. matinees on Wednesdays, select Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets start at $50. Riverside Theatre is at 3250 Riverside Park Dr., Vero Beach. For more information, call 772-231-6990 or visit riversidetheatre.com.
The “Heritage Harvest Weekend” celebration of heritage and harvest takes place Oct. 17-18 at the Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum, 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach. The event begins at 7 p.m. Friday with a Community Barn Dance featuring the Fret Knot Dance Band and presents easy-to-learn American folk dances that all ages can enjoy. Saturday’s festivities run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include a farmers and crafters market, culinary demonstrations, pumpkin painting, and a book signing by author Rody Johnson. The day concludes with the kickoff of the Bluegrass Concert Series at 6:30 p.m., featuring Ian Lane & Southern Flavor. Admission to all events is free. For more details, call 772-770-2263 or visit VeroHeritage.org.
Vero Beach Theatre Guild performs the Mel Brooks musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” starting Friday, Oct. 17, and running through Nov. 2. The stage adaptation of Brooks’ classic film follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (“Fronkensteen”) as he inherits his infamous grandfather’s castle and laboratory in Transylvania. With the help of his loyal sidekick Igor, his assistant Inga, and the mysterious Frau Blücher, he revives the family tradition in a riotously funny send-up of monster movies. A special Halloween night performance will invite guests to attend in costume, with prizes awarded for the best outfits. The production is rated PG-13 for comedic elements of horror, mild language and suggestive humor, and may be best suited for older teens and adults. Tickets range from $17.50 to $40. The Vero Beach Theatre Guild is at 2020 San Juan Ave. For more information, call 772-562-8300 or visit VeroBeachTheatreGuild.com.
