[Capdist-auditions] Seusical Audition Reminder-- September 2nd and 4th!

[Michael McDermott]

Seussical the MusicalAUDITION DATES: Tuesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 4th at 7pm
* * Some may be asked for a “call-back” on September 4th, if necessary * *at the SLOC Opera House, 826 State Street, 
  
SHOW DATES
 
Friday       December    5, 2008    8pm
Saturday   December    6, 2008    2pm and 8pm
Sunday     December    7, 2008    2pm
Friday       December  12, 2008    8pm
Saturday   December  13, 2008    2pm and 8pm
Sunday     December  14, 2008    2pm
 If you have questions regarding the audition process or other concerns, please contact Director Eric
Shovah at bialystockandbloom at nycap.rr.com or by phone at (518) 526-1300 or Producer
Marlene Countermine at (518) 421-9603. We look forward to seeing you there!
 
 
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
 
 The Cat in the Hat 
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. Looking for a physically adept
actor (male or female) to play the Cat, one who will be able to play many comic cameos and
is comfortable improvising with an audience.- is the essence of mischief, fun and imagination. The Cat stirs things up,JoJo 
bit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose ‘Thinks’ get him into
constant trouble.- is a “Thinker”—a smart child with a wild imagination. He can be played as being a littleHorton the Elephant 
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.- A gentle giant, rotund and appealing. Think of him as a bigheartedGertrude McFuzz 
her one-feather tail isn’t perfect. Gertrude changes during
the show from a neurotic, nervous and shy bird into one
with the power to protect and care for a baby elephant bird
and commit herself to Horton.- Very self-conscious and aware thatMayzie LaBird 
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.- Self-centered, selfish and vain, MayzieSour Kangaroo 
a lot of attitude. She’s loud, brassy and a lot of fun.- She isn’t really sour at all. She’s just gotGeneral Gengus Khan Schmitz 
bursting with pride at the military academy he runs, and the
boys he turns out. He is not sadistic, mean or abusive. He
is proud! He is doing the right thing for his boys! He is
making the world a better place! This makes him a comic
character, because it’s clear he’s so misguided. Please
don’t play him as a villain or bully.- General Schmitz isThe Wickersham Brothers 
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.- These are not bad guys!The Mayor of Whoville and the Mayor’s Wife 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.Ensemble 
Various Cameos. These characters are a wide range – in
age, look, and vocal parts. Some of the roles will be
featured dancers and singers as well. Some roles
included in this are the Bird Girls, Yertle the Turtle, Cadets
in Schmitz Academy, The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who and Vlad
Vladikoff. Many of the ensemble may play between 2-5
roles in the show.
*** JoJo is the only leading role for a child/young teenager.
There will be approximately eight to ten kids in the cast
playing other roles. The other roles in the show that are
available will be played mostly by adults and young adults.
 
 – they play the Whos, Jungle Creatures, and-Schenectady, NY
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