Seussical Auditions

This summer CCT’s YouTheatre Ensembles are joining forces for a single production of Seussical!

"Seussical" is more than just a musical; it's a journey through the vibrant lands of the Jungle of Nool, the dazzling Circus McGurkus, and the tiny, unseen world of the Whos. Watch as Horton discovers a speck of dust harboring the tiny Whos and vows to protect them against all odds, all while facing the challenge of guarding an abandoned egg. Through trials and tribulations, the themes of friendship, loyalty, and community shine through, brought to life by a cast of characters as diverse and colorful as Seuss's stories themselves.

This production isn't just for the audience; it's an open invitation for performers of all ages to dive into the imaginative world of Dr. Seuss. With roles that span the whimsical spectrum of Seuss's universe, actors have the chance to explore a range of emotions and stories!

An added twist includes an alternate orchestration for a female Cat in the Hat, ensuring that "Seussical" is a musical that embraces diversity and innovation in its casting and performance. Whether you're a budding actor, a behind-the-scenes magician, or someone who cherishes the timeless stories of Dr. Seuss, "Seussical" offers a unique opportunity to be part of a production that celebrates the joy of imagination, the strength of community, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.

What You Need to Know:

Who: Actors in grades 1-12 (23-24 school year). *Unfortunately, those who have just finished Kindergarten this school year are not eligible to audition. 

When: There are three relevant dates:

• Saturday, May 11th @ 2:00-3:30pm (grades 1-6) and 3:30-5:00pm (grades 7-12) 
• Monday, May 13th @ 6:00-7:30pm (grades 1-6) and 7:30-9pm (grades 7-12) 
• Tuesday, May 14th @ 6-8pm Callbacks (we will let actors who are called back know via email after their audition session if they need to return for callbacks on this date) 

**If you need to swap dates after you submit the form or cannot make it to the dates/times listed below, please contact Sadie Carr at sadie@columbiachildrenstheatre.com

Where: Brookland Lakeview Empowerment Center in West Columbia (1218 Batchelor St, West Columbia, SC 29169). 

*Please arrive prior to the start time listed above, as we will audition as a group. Parents will drop their actors off after check-in and come back at the end time listed above. 

Rehearsals will begin May 21st, 2024. 

Steps to take: 

• Fill out the Online Audition Form and Conflict Calendar (Google Form)
• Review the Production Information Sheet (pdf file) carefully. **By signing the audition form, you agree to adhere to all listed requirements on this sheet. 
• Auditionees in grades 7-12 will be asked to perform one song from the following selections (pdf files):
• All for You (mm. 41-59)
• Amayzing Mayzie (mm. 46-69)
• How Lucky You Are Mezzo (mm. 5-29)
• How Lucky You Are Tenor (mm. 5-29)
• Solla Sollew (mm. 12-29)
• Actors will also learn a short dance routine and may be asked to read lines from the script at each audition session
• Actors only need to attend one audition session unless they are asked to return for a callback audition (May 14th).
• Please wear closed-toed shoes and clothing suited for movement (NO CROCS, please!). 

IMPORTANT INFO 

• The cast list will be sent out via email by Friday, May 17th @5pm. Here you will accept or decline your actor’s role. 
• Rehearsals begin May 21st. Rehearsals will generally be held Monday through Friday evenings, Saturday times vary, and Sunday afternoons. The rehearsal schedule will be released after the first rehearsal. 
• There will be a mandatory parent meeting at the first rehearsal for each cast on May 21st (CAST 1) and May 22nd (CAST 2) at 6pm. The meeting will take approximately 30 minutes. 
• Participation fees and retail items will be available for purchase on our retail page on May 17th. 
• Seussical will have two casts, one performing a 4-show run each weekend at CA Johnson High School.
• July 28-30 (CAST 1)
• July 26th @7pm
• July 27th @ 2pm and 7pm
• July 28th @ 3pm
• August 4-6 (CAST 2) 
• August 2nd @7pm
• August 3rd @ 2pm and 7pm
• August 4th @ 3pm

• There will be no conflicts accepted for either cast July 15th-21st. There will also be no conflicts for CAST 1 July 22nd-28th and no conflicts for CAST 2 July 29th-August 4th. CCT will be closed June 29th-July 7th. 

****Any actor with more than 10 conflicts with rehearsals may not be considered for a role unless conflicts are negotiated. Conflicts must be finalized by audition date. Additional conflicts will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Conflicts listed on audition form will be honored as excused absences, and unexcused absences may result in an actor being cut from songs and/or scenes or recast. 

Questions? Please contact CCT Director of Operations, Sadie Carr at sadie@columbiachildrenstheatre.com

Production Staff

Director: Debra Leopard

Music Director: Paul Lindley II

Choreographers: Lisa Sendler & Rachel Brown

Stage Manager: Sadie Carr 

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