Seussical™ in Concert
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss
Directed by: Kate Drummond
Music Director: Announced Soon!
Choreographer: Announced Soon!
Location: Cope Gillette Theatre, Everett
Age Range: Grade 9-Age 20
Tuition: $700 Financial need will not be a barrier to participation. Learn more.
- Auditions: September 13, 2026
- Callbacks: September 19-20, 2026
- Meet & Greet: October 23, 2026
- Rehearsals: October 23–December 4, 2026
- Tech: December 5-10, 2026
- Performances: December 11-20, 2026
The Winter Concert is geared toward more experienced performers and includes an intensive music rehearsal process. The program results in a professionally directed concert production with full lights and sound, live orchestra, minimal scenic design elements, and limited staging.
Show Synopsis
Now one of the most performed shows in America, Seussical™ is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Ragtime), have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss stories. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. – Music Theatre International
A Note About Casting
KIDSTAGE encourages actors of all genders, ethnicities, bodies, abilities, skill levels, etc. to audition. The “Character Breakdown” includes specifications that reflect the identity of the characters in the show. We strongly encourage performers with ANY identity/gender expression to audition for ANY role.
A Note About Content
Seussical is a family-friendly musical that teaches us the power of being unique and the importance of fighting for your beliefs.