CURRENT PRODUCTION
seussical the musical!
AUDITIONS
Dates: May 26th and 27th
Times: 4:30-8pm
Location: Hull Memorial Middle School: 81 Central Ave, Hull, MA 02045
PRACTICE TRACKS
Oh the Things You Can Think karaoke- 0:38-1:02
Oh the Things You Can Think lyric video- 0:00-End
PERFORMANCE DATES
Dates: July 23rd, 24th and 25th!
Location: Hingham High School
ABOUT THE SHOW
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.
Seussical Character Breakdown!
The Cat in the Hat:
The essence of mischief, fun, and imagination! The Cat stirs things up, causes trouble, but always sets things right again. They are the host and emcee of everything and plays many comedic minor parts throughout the story, sometimes interacting with the audience, and is a presence in almost every scene. This is a very large role that requires lots of singing, movement, and comedic ability!
The Cat’s main songs:
Oh The Thinks You Can Think
Oh The Thinks You Can Think (reprise)
It's Possible How Lucky You Are
How Lucky You Are (reprise)
Entr'Acte
The Circus McGurkus
Mayzie In Palm Beach
Havin' A Hunch
All For You (verse)
The People Versus Horton The Elephant
Gertrude McFUZZ
A bird and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. Very self-conscious, shy, and nervous at first, she grows into a kind and caring protector. She is in love with Horton and does what she can to get his attention, including foolishly growing an enormous feathered tail. She is a bit naive at times, but always is a voice of reason. This role requires strong singing, comedic timing, and good movement.
Gertrude’s main songs:
Biggest Blame Fool
The One Feather Tail Of Miss Gertrude McFuzz
Amayzing Mayzie
Amayzing Gertrude
Finale (act 1)
All For You (verse)
All For You
Sour Kangaroo
A kangaroo and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. She isn’t really sour at all: she’s just got a lot of attitude. She’s loud, brassy, and a lot of fun. Is the main antagonist and the cause of all of Horton’s trouble. This role requires strong singing/acting, comedic ability, and soulful singing
Sour Kangaroo’s main songs:
Oh The Thinks You Can Think
Biggest Blame Fool
Chasing The Whos
Egg, Nest and Tree
The People Versus Horton The Elephant
Bird Girls
Three sassy birds and citizens of the Jungle of Nool. Self-centered “back up birds” who do whatever Mayzie does. They often act as storytellers, picking up where The Cat left off. A big presence throughout the evening. This role requires lots of singing and some movement.
Bird Girls’ main songs:
Horton Hears A Who
Amayzing Mayzie
Amayzing Gertrude
Chasing The Whos
Finale (act 1)
All For You
The People Versus Horton The Elephant
JoJo
JoJo is a Who and is the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Mayor. A “Thinker” — a smart child with an imagination. A little bit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose “Thinks” get him into constant trouble. In the end, his Thinks save his planet. This role requires strong singing, acting, and dancing!
JoJo’s main songs:
Horton Hears A Who
Oh The Thinks You Can Think (reprise)
It's Possible
Alone In The Universe
Finale (act 1)
Solla Sollew
Green Eggs & Ham II
Jojo Along In The Universe
Havin' A Hunch
Grinch
Arguably the most famous Seuss character of all! He has a brief, fun cameo that is full of his iconic comedy! This role requires good acting and someone who can have fun with his solo!
Grinches main songs:
Here On Who
The Grinch Carved The Roast Beast
Horton the Elephant
An elephant and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. Gentle, big-hearted, appealing. Horton is very imaginative and believes in the world’s goodness. He is responsible and always tries to do the right thing for his friends. He is responsible for saving the planet Who and in doing so befriends Jojo. This role requires strong singing and good comedic timing.
Horton’s main songs:
Horton Hears A Who
Biggest Blame Fool
Here On Who
Alone In The Universe
Finale (Act 1)
The Circus On Tour/How Lucky You Are (reprise)
Alone In The Universe (reprise)
Solla Sollew
The People Versus Horton The Elephant
Yopp!/Alone In The Universe (reprise)
Mayzie La Bird
A bird and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. She is self-centred, selfish, and vain. She manipulates anyone she can (especially Horton) into doing what she wants, but she isn’t all bad. This role requires sassiness, strong singing, and comedic timing.
Mayzie’s main songs:
Oh The Thinks You Can Think
Amayzing Mayzie
How Lucky You Are (reprise)
Mayzie In Palm Beach
Amayzing Horton
Wickersham Brothers
Three monkey brothers and citizens of the Jungle of Nool. These are not bad guys! They’re simply a lot like the kids who tease, play pranks, and get a kick out of making mischief, although often at others’ expense. They side with the Sour Kangaroo in her campaign against Horton and cause more trouble for poor Horton. This role requires strong singing, movement, and soulful singing.
Wickersham brothers’ main songs:
Biggest Blame Fool
Monkey Around
Chasing The Whos
Egg, Nest & Tree
The People Versus Horton The Elephant
Mr. and Mrs. Mayor
The Mayor of Whoville and his wife. They try hard to raise their child JoJo in a difficult world. They may get aggravated with JoJo, they they really do love JoJo dearly and try to do the right thing, even if it turns out to be a mistake. This role requires strong singing and acting!
Mr. and Mrs. Mayor’s main songs:
Here On Who
How To Raise A Child
Solla Sollew
A Message From The Front/Solla Sollew
The People Versus Horton The Elephant
General Genghis Khan Schmitz
A Who General who is bursting with pride at the military academy he runs, and the boys he turns out. He is not mean; he honestly thinks he is doing the right thing and is making the world a better place. This role requires strong comedic ability and strong singing!
Schmitz’ main songs:
Oh The Thinks You Can Think
The Military
Green Eggs & Ham II
Judge Yertle the Turtle
Judge Yertle the Turtle is the head judge of the Jungle of Nool. He presides over the case of the People vs. Horton the Elephant trial at the end of the show. This role requires strong acting and good stage presence.
Yertle the Turtle’s main songs:
Biggest Blame Fool
The People Versus Horton The Elephant