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Looking for Kids and Teens in "Seussical" The Musical

Orlando, FL, United States
ID: 562172Exp: 1/18/2024
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The directors are searching for kids and teens ages 5-18 for "Seussical" The Musical. Please review the details provided below for more information. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Rate: Non-paying community theater but tips will be collected at performances and divided amongst the actors. Additional info: Callbacks by invitation only will take place on Saturday, January 20th. For the auditions please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show (musical theatre that shows personality), and bring either an instrumental track or sheet music in the correct key. You are welcome to sing in the show. A Bluetooth speaker and accompanist will be provided. Be prepared to learn a short dance Performances April 12th-21st (6 shows over two weekends) Rehearsals begin on or around January 24th Mon-Thurs 6:30-9:30/10 PM. If you are interested please apply.

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18 roles

JOJOBoth genders7-14 y.o.All ethnicities

The Mayor's son, he is a Who who is always finding trouble; bright, creative, and inadvertently mischievous; gets pulled into the story by the Cat; possesses a wildly expansive imagination and finds solace in his friendship with Horton. Strong singer and actor.

HORTONBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The story's main character, he is a compassionate and gentle elephant; commonly misunderstood because of his larger size; he is protective and loving of all creatures in the jungle. Strong actor and singer who has great comedic timing but can also play heart-wrenching dramatic moments. Strong singer and actor

GERTRUDE MCFUZZBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Horton's one-feathered-tail bird neighbor; Gertrude is sweet and timid; though kind and loyal, she is also self-conscious of her shortfalls. Strong actor and singer with wonderful comedic timing

MAYZIE LABIRDBoth genders16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The most beautiful bird in all of the jungle; oblivious to her self-centered ways, she relies on her talent of manipulation, and intoxicating beauty, to navigate her way through life; strong singer and dancer with wonderful comedic timing.

BIRD GIRLSBoth genders10-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Sassy birds and citizens of the Jungle of Nool; the popular girls in any school--a clique of pretty, 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. Great singers and dancers.

GENERAL GENGHIS KHAN SCHMIDTBoth genders10-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A 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; extremely strong singer and actor with amazing comedic timing.

THE WICKERSHAMSBoth genders10-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Monkey brothers and citizens of the Jungle of Nool; 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 side with the Sour Kangaroo in her campaign against Horton and cause more trouble for poor Horton. Strong singers who move. Must have great personalities and good comedic timing.

THING 1 and THING 2Both genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The Cat’s main helpers and an extension of his personality; the essence of mischief, fun, and imagination; they assist The Cat in many ways, either playing small roles or causing havoc; they have a presence in almost every scene. Strong singers and movers with good comic ability

BABY KANGAROOBoth genders5-15 y.o.All ethnicities

A baby kangaroo and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool; she is the Sour Kangaroo’s daughter and does whatever her mother does. She’s very sassy with lots of attitude. Good singer/actor with comic abilit

YERTLE THE TURTLEBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Yertle the Turtle who presides over Horton's trial; strong singer and actor who will double in the ensemble

THE GRINCHBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

One of the most iconic characters in the Seussiverse; featured in the Who sequences. Strong dramatic actor with presence. Will double in the ensemble

CINDY LOU WHOMale5-15 y.o.All ethnicities

The tiny who who changed the Grinch’s heart. Strong singer and actor.

CADETSBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Cadets of General Schmitz’s Military Academy; they bully JoJo; not mean, just doing what they are told to do. Strong singer/movers. Will double as Whos or Jungle Creatures.

Grandpa WhoBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

THE WHOS - citizens of Whoville on the Planet of Who, including, but not limited to, Grandpa Who, Grandma Who, and others; they're a lot like you and me only so small as to be invisible; they live in fear that their planet is in trouble. Strong singer/actors who move well and are great with harmonies . Will be featured in the Who sequences and as ensemble members throughout

Grandma WhoBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

THE WHOS - citizens of Whoville on the Planet of Who, including, but not limited to, Grandpa Who, Grandma Who, and others; they're a lot like you and me only so small as to be invisible; they live in fear that their planet is in trouble. Strong singer/actors who move well and are great with harmonies . Will be featured in the Who sequences and as ensemble members throughout

Jungle of NoolBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CITIZENS OF THE JUNGLE OF NOOL - Different animals that occupy the Jungle of Nool. May double as fish and other creatures in featured numbers. Strong singers and actors.

FishBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CITIZENS OF THE JUNGLE OF NOOL - Different animals that occupy the Jungle of Nool. May double as fish and other creatures in featured numbers. Strong singers and actors.

Other CreaturesBoth genders5-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CITIZENS OF THE JUNGLE OF NOOL - Different animals that occupy the Jungle of Nool. May double as fish and other creatures in featured numbers. Strong singers and actors.