 
Kensington Arts Theatre Presents KAT 2nd Stage
Seussical the Musical (September 2009)
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens
Based on the works of Dr. Seuss
Directed by Heather Latiri
Music Direction by Omar Latiri
Auditions (held at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn)
• June 29 & 30 @ 7:30pm
• Callbacks (if needed): July 1 @ 7:30pm
Showtimes (Get Tickets)
• Runs September 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 (11am and 2pm -- all dates)
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Please bring 16-32 bars of music to sing. An accompanist will be provided. Everyone will be required to learn and perform a short dance routine, so please come dressed accordingly.
Characters
GERTRUDE McFUZZ Very self-conscious and aware that her one-feather tail isn't perfect. Gertrude changes during the show from a vain, 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 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'd be a good parent, and she does the best thing she can do for the egg.
HORTON THE ELEPHANT Gentle, rotund and appealing. Think of him as a big-hearted blue 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. But by the end of the show, without even realizing it, he is ready to become a parent.
JOJO/THE BOY is a "Thinker"--a smart child with a wild imagination. He can be played as being a little bit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose 'Thinks' get him into constant trouble. By the end of the show, he learns what it means to be a responsible member of his world, using the power and possibilities of his own 'Thinks.' This is the only role for a child in the show.
JUNGLE CREATURES They are real people at heart, just like us, even though they may be described as animal characters.
MAYZIE LA BIRD Self-centered, selfish and vain, Mayzie will never admit to her own flaws. She manipulates anyone she can (especially Horton) 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'd be a good parent, and she does the best thing she can do for the egg.
MR. AND MRS. MAYOR are 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.
SOUR KANGAROO She isn't really sour at all. She's just got a lot of attitude. She's loud, brassy and a lot of fun.
THE BIRD GIRLS They are like the popular girls in any school--a clique of pretty, self-centered "back up birds" who do whatever Mayzie does.
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. Look for a physically adept actor (male or female) to play the Cat, one who will be able to play many comic cameos (Dr. Dake, helicopter reporter, TV interviewer, auctioneer, Mr. McGurkus, etc.) and is comfortable improvising with an audience.
THE WHOS They're a lot like you and me only so small as to be invisible.
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.
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KAT 2nd Stage is now accepting proposals from directors for its 2009-10 Season. All productions are staged at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn, which has an intimate state-of-the-art 99-seat theater, and is in the vibrant Kentlands neighborhood. KAT 2nd Stage has presented shows at The Arts Barn since its opening season. Past productions include Pippin, Godspell, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, The Dining Room, Charlotte's Web, Free 2 Be You and Me, The Best of Broadway, and The Fantasticks. 2nd Stage is planning to produce two musicals and one straight play in our 2009-10 Season, which will run from September 2009 through July 2010. The exact dates have not been determined at this time.
Submissions should include 2 copies of:
- A resume of your directorial and theatrical experience
- Script
- A detailed proposal of your concept of the production, and ideas on production elements (set, costumes, etc)
- If your submission is a musical, please include a CD, and names of suggested musical directors and choreographers.
Please send all proposals to:
Kensington Arts Theatre
Attn: Donna Jean Garrett / 2nd Stage
3710 Mitchell Street
Kensington, MD 20895
If you have any questions, please contact DJ via e-mail.
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