Singers Sought for "Seussical the Musical" Show
Auditions for "Seussical the Musical" are now open. All roles are available. Please see the information below for details About the project: The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. Additional info: Performances – April 27, School Shows May 3&4, May 4, 5, 6, 7 – 2023. Looking for: Actors who sing, singers who move well, dancers who sing, and trained dancers in ballet and jazz. SINGING: Please prepare the song or songs that are listed for the character or characters for which you are interested in auditioning. This includes ensemble/chorus. An accompanist will be provided. No a cappella singing, please. DANCE / MOVEMENT: Dance combinations will be taught. You can get a head start by looking at the video link (coming soon) Please be prepared for movement by bringing jazz, character or tennis shoes and wearing comfortable clothes. A hard-soled, closed-toe shoe will be acceptable. Gymnastics is also a plus but not required. Please bring personal calendars and be prepared to list all conflicts (Mondays-Sundays) beginning with Monday, March 6, 2023 – May 7, 2023. Please see the attachment for more details
11 roles
(strong actor, character singer) The essence of mischief, fun and imagination. The Cat stirs things up, causes trouble, but always sets things right again. This actor should have strong comedic abilities, flexible physicality, strong mover, and is comfortable improvising with an audience. Sing “Oh The Thinks You Can Think” measure 1-6 OR “How Lucky You Are” measure 4 – 38
(strong singer/actor) A big-hearted guy who is steadfast and responsible and always tries to do the right thing for his friends. He does his best to fight for the tiny Who world that is in danger. Sing “Alone In The Universe” Part 2 Measure 9-44
(strong singer/actor) She is very self-conscious that her one-feather tail isn’t glamorous enough. She goes to great lengths to try to impress Horton. Sing “Notice Me Horton Measure 37-58
(strong singer/actor/mover) She is brassy, stylish and vain. The most beautiful bird in all of the jungle. Oblivious to her self-centered ways, she relies on her talent of manipulation, and intoxicating beauty, to navigate her way through life. Sing “Amayzing Mayzie” Measure 31-69
(strong singer/actor) She’s a loud, brassy character with a ton of attitude. Gospel / R&B vocal styling a plus. Along with the Wickershams, she loves to pick on Horton. She will do some puppeteering. Sing “Biggest Blame Fool Part 2 Measure 9-21 AND #1B Measure 11-12
(strong singer/actor/dancer) Jojo is a “Thinker”– a smart kid with a wild imagination but always feeling out of place. Jojo eventually uses his/her imagination to save the Who planet. Under 5 feet tall. Sing “It’s Possible” Measure 5-33
(character singers/actors) Jojo’s nervous and over protective parents. They love Jojo, but are unsure how to raise a difficult child in a difficult world. Sing “Into The Whos’ Christmas Pageant” Measure 2-8 AND “Here On Who” Part 1 Measures 8-24
(character singer/actor) A bumbling leader of a military academy and tries to turn Jojo into a ‘man’. Sing “The Military” Part 1 Measures 1-16
(strong singers/movers) The popular girls in any school–a clique of “back up birds” who narrate much of the action. Sing “Amayzing Horton” Measures 18-41
(character singers/actors, puppeteers) A group of comic, mischievous monkeys who like to play pranks and tease Horton. The Wickersham Brothers will be very large puppets voiced by the puppeteers. Sing “Oh The Thinks You Can Think” Measures 1-16 OR “Solla Sollew” Measures 12-30
Will play many roles – Jungle Creatures, Whoville citizens, Cadets, Hunches, puppeteers, circus characters, Fish, and Hunters. Parts of Vlad Vladikoff, the Grinch and Yertle the Turtle will be chosen from the Ensemble. Seeking strong dancers and singers. Any “circus” skills. Sing “Oh The Thinks You Can Think” Measures 1-16 OR “Solla Sollew” Measures 12-30
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