Seussical the Musical
Audition Notice:
AUDITION DATES: Tuesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 4th at 7pm
* * Some may be asked for a “call-back” on September 4th, if necessary * *
at the Opera House, 826 State Street,
Schenectady
SHOW DATES
Friday December 5, 2008 8pm
Saturday December 6, 2008 2pm and 8pm
Sunday December 7, 2008 2pm
Friday December 12, 2008 8pm
Saturday December 13, 2008 2pm and 8pm
Sunday December 14, 2008 2pm
If you have questions regarding the audition process or other concerns, please contact Director Eric
Shovah at bialystockandbloom@nycap.rr.com or by phone at (518) 526-1300 or Producer
Marlene Countermine at (518) 421-9603. We look forward to seeing you there!
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
The Cat in the Hat - 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 the power of his
imagination as they create the story for the show together. Looking for a physically adept
actor (male or female) to play the Cat, one who will be able to play many comic cameos and
is comfortable improvising with an audience.
JoJo
- is a “Thinker”—a smart child with a wild imagination. He can be played as being a littlebit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose ‘Thinks’ get him into
constant trouble.
Horton the Elephant
- A gentle giant, rotund and appealing. Think of him as a bigheartedblue collar guy who is steadfast and responsible and always tries to do the right
thing for his friends. He is imaginative and receptive to the world around him. He is very
un-self-conscious. Horton’s view of the world never changes—he believes in its
goodness.
Gertrude McFuzz
- Very self-conscious and aware thather 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.
Mayzie LaBird
- Self-centered, selfish and vain, Mayziewill never admit to her own flaws. She manipulates anyone
she can (especially Horton) into doing what she wants. But
Mayzie isn’t all bad.
Sour Kangaroo
- She isn’t really sour at all. She’s just gota lot of attitude. She’s loud, brassy and a lot of fun.
General Gengus Khan Schmitz
- General Schmitz isbursting with pride at the military academy he runs, and the
boys he turns out. He is not sadistic, mean or abusive. He
is proud! He is doing the right thing for his boys! He is
making the world a better place! This makes him a comic
character, because it’s clear he’s so misguided. Please
don’t play him as a villain or bully.
The Wickersham Brothers
- These 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.
The Mayor of Whoville and the Mayor’s Wife -
parents trying hard to raise a difficult child in a difficult world.
They may get aggravated with Jojo, but they love him
dearly and try to do the right thing, even if it turns out to be
a mistake.
Ensemble – they play the Whos, Jungle Creatures, and
Various Cameos. These characters are a wide range – in
age, look, and vocal parts. Some of the roles will be
featured dancers and singers as well. Some roles
included in this are the Bird Girls, Yertle the Turtle, Cadets
in Schmitz Academy, The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who and Vlad
Vladikoff. Many of the ensemble may play between 2-5
roles in the show.
*** JoJo is the only leading role for a child/young teenager.
There will be approximately eight to ten kids in the cast
playing other roles. The other roles in the show that are
available will be played mostly by adults and young adults.
Musical
Director –
Daniel
Galliher