"Seussical" the Musical Looking for Performers
"Seussical" show casting actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: PLOT SUMMARY: Seussical the Musical is a contemporary re-imagining of Dr. Seuss, which weaves together many of his most famous stories and characters in unexpected ways. The musical creates the witty, wild and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss as it has never been seen before. When chaos erupts in the Jungle of Nool, it will take The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and a gaggle of characters to bring harmony back to their world. Rate: No pay. Additional info: Non-Equity. AUDITION INFO - Please prepare one (1) minute of a song in the style of the show and bring an alternate selection as a backup (in some cases, the casting team may wish to hear more). Do not sing a song from the show. You may not sing a cappella. - Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided. OR - An instrumental track from a phone or other device, please have the audio edited, cued, and saved locally on your device. No streaming audio or wireless access will be provided. - Dance will be taught at the audition. Please wear/bring appropriate clothing and dance shoes. - Please provide a résumé and headshot, if you have one. The sides are attached. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Please list ALL commitments and potential commitments that occur during the rehearsal period – even those that are on days which are not currently listed as rehearsal days. * The rehearsal schedule will be built around the cast’s availability. * No conflicts will be accepted for performance dates or the week before opening. * No additional conflicts will be accepted after casting. - Post-audition feedback will not be given. Callbacks will be Saturday January 25, 2025. Callbacks are by invitation only; not all roles will be called back. REHEARSAL DATES: January 27, 2025 through April 3, 2025 7:00 – 10:00 pm Monday – Thursday 6:00 pm call time tech week Saturdays during the day One Sunday for tech PLEASE NOTE: Rehearsal end time is highly approximate. There will be no specified end time during tech week. Directors will be very respectful of everyone’s time. PERFORMANCE DATES: April 4 – May 4, 2025 (17 performances over 5 weeks) Weekends 1 & 3 | FRI 7:30, SAT 7:30, SUN 2:00* (No Show Easter 4/20) Weekends 2, 4 & 5 | FRI 7:30, SAT 2:00 & 7:30, SUN 2:00 All performances are mandatory. If you are interested, please apply.
12 roles
Is the essence of mischief, fun and imagination. The Cat stirs things up, causes trouble, but always sets things right again, helping Jojo to discover his own imagination as they create the story for the show together. This actor must be physically adept, comfortable playing many comedic cameos and improvising with the audience. Vocal Range: D6 - Bb4
A gentle giant. Think of him as a big-hearted blue-collar guy who is steadfast, responsible and always tries to do the right thing for his friends. He is imaginative and receptive to the world around him while also very unselfconscious. Horton's view of the world never changes - he believes in its goodness. Vocal Range: E6 - A4
Is very self-conscious and aware that her one-feather tail isn't perfect. Gertrude changes during the show from a neurotic, nervous and shy bird into one with the power to protect and care for a baby elephant bird and commit herself to Horton. In other words, she stops worrying about her looks and grows up. Vocal Range: Eb5 - F3
Is self-centered, selfish, and vain. Mayzie will never admit to her own flaws. She manipulates anyone she can into doing what she wants. But Mayzie isn't all bad. In giving up her egg to Horton once and for all, she has a moment of generosity-she realizes she isn't the kind of person who would be a good parent, and she does the best thing she can for the egg. Vocal Range: E5 - G#3
Is the diva queen of the jungle, a true tyrannical marsupial with an attitude. The Sour Kangaroo actually isn't really sour at all. She's just loud, brassy, and a whole lot of fun! Vocal Range: Eb5 - A3
Are a flamboyant trio that lives to sing, dance and perform. They love to tell stories, embellished by their melodious voices and expressive physiques. The Bird Girls serve as back-up performers to the exquisite talents of Mayzie La Bird, and through their affiliation with her are lifted to the upper echelons of the jungle hierarchy. Vocal Range: Mixed Ranges
Are not bad guys! They're simply a lot like kids who tease, play pranks, and get a kick out of making mischief, although often at others' expense. They enjoy hanging around with one another, making music together on the street corner, and playing off one another. Vocal Range: Mixed Ranges.
Mr. Mayor wants to be a good leader and father. He is a recently-elected official who is proud of his new role and eager to prove his abilities. He feels he must embody the high standards he hopes his citizens will live up to, even if that means showing his son JoJo a bit of tough love. Vocal Range: A6 - C5
Wants, above all else, to be a good wife to Mr. Mayor and mother to JoJo. But JoJo’s "thinks " have been causing all sorts of consternation at home and at school. Being married to a recently elected politician who takes great pleasure in representing the community he loves, Mrs. Mayor strives to keep their world tidy, neat, and free from unexpected occurrences. Vocal Range: D5 - A3
Sees the world in simple contrasts: good and evil, weak and strong, boy and man. He believes in values of militaristic regimentation: conformity, rigorous and disciplined physical training, and following orders without questions. There is no place on the battlefield for dreaming. Vocal Range: E4 - B2
Are a part of ensemble. They are a lot like you and me, only so small as to be invisible. They share a love of inherent humanity through their own unique Whoville personas. Vocal range: D#5 - G3
Are a part of ensemble. They are real people at heart, just like us, even though they may be described as animal characters. Vocal range: Db5 - A3