Please find more information below!
Link to Winter Musical Contract for actors (to be filled out before auditions on 11/13, 14 & 15)
Link to Audition Time Slots for actors on Sign-Up Genius
Link to Broadway soundtrack HERE.
For Auditions, all will sing from "Oh the Things You Can Think"
And you can chose one from: Alone in the Universe (Horton/Jojo) / Amazing Mayzie /
Biggest Blame Fool (Sour Kangaroo) / One Featherd Tail of Miss GertrudeMcFuzz
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WMS 2018 – 2019 WINTER MUSICAL: SEUSSICAL!
Synopsis:
Seussical is based on the works of Dr. Seuss and weaves together his most famous tales and characters from at least fifteen of his books. The show follows the adventures of Horton, an elephant that one day hears voices coming from a speck of dust. He soon discovers that within this tiny speck exists the smallest planet in the universe! On this tiny planet live a tiny race of creatures known as Whos. Although ridiculed by the other animals in the Jungle of Nool for believing in something he cannot see, Horton stubbornly persists in his belief that the Whos exist. Traveling everywhere from the Jungle of Nool to McEligott’s Pool, some of the characters fall in love, some have desperate adventures, and some even save the world.
Seussical is a sung-through musical - the entire show is comprised of music. There is very little “speaking”, and most of the lines and dialogue are sung.
ROLES:
Cat in the Hat – (M or F) The Cat is the spunky, fun-loving narrator of the show.
Horton the Elephant – (M) A sweet and kind creature who tries to protect all of the Whos.
Jojo – (M or F) A young boy from Whoville whose “thinks” often get him in trouble!
Gertrude McFuzz – (F) Adorable bird-girl who is in love with Horton.
Mayzie LaBird – (F) Lively and energetic bird-girl who has the biggest tail of them all! She is sassy and bold.
Sour Kangaroo – (F) She is loud, boisterous, and sassy! Leader of the other animals in the Jungle of Nool
Bird Girls – (F) 3 - 6 bird girls who hang out with Mayzie. They are colorful, fun, and energetic.
Wickersham Brothers/Sisters (M or F) 3 - 6 monkeys in the Jungle of Nool. They are mischievous and like to create trouble.
General Gengus Khan Schmitz – (M) The leader of the Army in Whoville. He is loud, commanding, and sometimes mean.
Mr. Mayor – (M) The mayor of Whoville, and Jojo’s father. He doesn’t know what to do with his son who disobeys him.
Mrs. Mayor – (F) The mayor’s wife, and Jojo’s mother. She is also struggling with what to do with her rebellious son.
Young Kangaroo – (F or M) The baby joey of the Sour Kangaroo. He/she often echoes what the Sour Kangaroo sings, and is a copycat.
CAMEO ROLES – Note: Those cast in cameo roles may also be double cast in either the Jungle or Whoville ensembles.
The Grinch – (M) As most people know, the Grinch is a grouch who stole Christmas! (Bass-baritone)
Yertle the Turtle – (M or F) Yertle is a powerful member of the Jungle of Nool and respected by all the other animals. He/she serves as the judge when Horton is on trial. (Bass-baritone or Alto)
The Elephant Bird – (M or F) A surprise character that appears at the end of the play and brings all the characters together. Non-singing role.
Vlad Vladikoff – (M or F) A majestic eagle who is also mischievous and daring. Strong dancer.
ENSEMBLES: There are two general ensembles, with further subgroups. All members of ensembles will sing in various group numbers. Some will be in dance numbers, depending on the dance audition and prior experience.
I. Jungle of Nool (Jungle Creatures, Fish, Hunches, Circus Animals, Hunters).
II. Whoville (Citizens of Who, Cadets)
Calendar Overview
November 7: Initial Meeting to learn the Play and Songs for audition
November 13 - 16: Audition dates
November 19 - December 20: M, T, Th & Friday 2:30 - 4:30 / W 1:20 - 4:30
January 2 - 23: M, T, Th & Friday 2:30 - 4:30 / W 1:20 - 4:30
January 24 - February 5 : FULL CAST M, T, Th & Friday 2:30 - 5:30 / W 1:20 - 5:30
Wednesday, February 6: 1:10 Call / 2:00 PM Performance
Thursday, February 7: 5:30 Call / 7:30 Performance
Friday, February 8: 5:30 Call / 7:30 Performance
Saturday, February 9: 10:30 Call / 12:30 Performance / 2:30 Strike (take down the Set) / 3:00 CAST PARTY!
Expectations of the Play – Being in a play is being part of a team!
A family member must sign a contract before you can audition.
You must tell the director of all appointments and other commitments prior to being assigned a role.
You must be available for the rehearsals you are called for.
All students must attend EVERY REHEARSAL from January 22nd – February 9th.
Three missed rehearsals may result in being dismissed from the play.
Parameters for Roles
CAMEO/ENSEMBLE: If you can commit to two-three rehearsals a week, you are eligible to audition for a cameo or an ensemble role.
FEATURED: If you can commit to three - four rehearsals a week, you are eligible to audition for a featured role.
LEAD: If you can commit to four - five rehearsals a week, you are eligible to audition for a lead role.
ALL STUDENTS WHO WANT TO BE IN THE MUSICAL CAN BE IN IT!
NO CUTS!!