Casting Call!
Spotlight Players is very excited to announce Open Auditions for Seussical! Auditions will be held on:
Wednesday, August 30th
6pm-9pm
and
Saturday, September 2nd
10am-2pm
at
First Presbyterian Church
883 Rt 34
Matawan, NJ 07747
Auditioners need only attend one day and will not be needed for the entire time.
We are seeking actors ages 8 and up (children and adults). Please prepare a short selection of a song in the style of the show and bring printed sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided. Come dressed and prepared to dance. You will also be asked to read from the script.
Show dates are November 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 (there will be two performances on November 4).
Questions can be directed to [email protected]
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
THE CAT IN THE HAT
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 own 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 and is comfortable improvising with an audience. The Cat does not need to be your strongest singer, but should still have good rhythm and timing.
Vocal range top: D6
Vocal range bottom: Bb4
JOJO
Jojo 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.
Vocal range top: D6
Vocal range bottom: Ab4
HORTON THE ELEPHANT
Horton The Elephant is a gentle giant. Think of him as a big-hearted blue-collar guy who is steadfast, 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 unselfconscious. Horton's view of the world never changes - he believes in its goodness. By the end of the show, without even realizing it, he is ready to become a parent.
Vocal range top: E6
Vocal range bottom: A4
GERTRUDE MCFUZZ
Gertrude Mcfuzz is very self-conscious and aware that 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. In other words, she stops worrying about her looks and grows up.
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: F3
MAYZIE LA BIRD
Mayzie La Bird is self-centered, selfish, and vain. Mayzie will never admit to her own flaws. She manipulates anyone she can 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 would be a good parent, and she does the best thing she can for the egg.
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G#3
SOUR KANGAROO
Sour Kangaroo isn't really sour at all. She's just got a lot of attitude. She's loud, brassy, and a lot of fun.
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: A3
THE WICKERSHAM BROTHERS
The Wickersham Brothers 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.
Vocal range top: G6
Vocal range bottom: A4
THE WHOS
The Whos are a lot like you and me, only so small as to be invisible. They should be played for their inherent humanity.
Vocal range top: D#5
Vocal range bottom: G3
MR. MAYOR
Mr. and Mrs. Mayor are Whos who 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.
Vocal range top: A6
Vocal range bottom: C5
MRS. MAYOR
Mr. and Mrs. Mayor are Whos who 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.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
JUNGLE CREATURES
The Jungle Creatures are real people at heart, just like us, even though they may be described as animal characters.
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: A3
THE GRINCH
One of three great smaller character roles that can be played by featured chorus members.
YERTLE THE TURTLE
One of three great smaller character roles that can be played by featured chorus members.
VLAD VLADICOFF
One of three great smaller character roles that can be played by featured chorus members.