Photos by Ross Davidson
Seussical The Musical
November 29, 2012 to December 9, 2012
Palace Theatre, London, Ontario, Canada
What's the story?
The storyline of Seussical The Musical centres around Horton The Elephant who discovers a tiny community of "Whos" on a dust speck. Against the ridicule of others, Horton learns to stand up to opposition as he discovers that, "A person’s a person no matter how small." Meanwhile, Jojo, a boy from the Who community, encounters the Cat-in-the Hat who makes Jojo’s imagination come alive and teaches that, "Anything’s Possible."
"The themes of the show - imagination, tolerance, and community - are timeless. Dr.Seuss is the master of creating stories with colourful characters that appeal to children while tackling important issues." - Cameron Carver, Director
Should I see it?
Seussical is a holiday treat for the entire family. To accommodate parents and grandparents bringing children, evening performances will begin at 7:00 PM. Matinees will occur on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 PM. The show features 30 of London’s brightest talents, from children and teenagers to adults. Combined with energetic dance numbers, colourful costumes, and a live orchestra, Seussical guarantees to please! The show is rated G.
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"Last night’s show was greeted with wild applause and a standing ovation. In part due to the theatrical concept itself and in part due to a hugely talented cast, crew and creative team."
Seussical: The Musical - A gem that is Seussational! by Iain Paterson (Beat Magazine)
"The themes of the show — imagination, tolerance, and community — are timeless."
Timeless Seuss themes ideal for festive season by Joe Belanger (London Free Press)
CAST
Andrew Varkaris - Cat in the Hat
Daniel Ostropolec - Horton the Elephant
Rebecca McCauley - Gertrude McFuzz
Gabriel Sizeland - Jojo
Christie Menzo - Mayzie La Bird
Dean Greer - Mr. Mayor
Rebecca Brook - Mrs. Mayor
Rod Culham - General Gengus Khan Schmidtz
Megan Moorhouse - Sour Kangaroo
Elena Reyes - Young Kangaroo
Bill Hill - The Grinch
Bird Girls
Sam Sendas
Kelsey Falconer
Cailtin McKeon
Alexandra Grant
Wickersham Brothers
Adam Zess
Brendan Ainscow
Greg Eadie
George McLeary
Ensemble
Dawn Gosney
Emily Greer
Emma Heidenheim
Heather MacCrone
Ian Badger
Julie Beaumaster
Kate Deman
Kathleen Watkins
Kezia Kirkham
Matt Sendas
Michael Heath
Tara Portiss
UNDERSTUDIES:
Julie Beaumaster (Jojo)
Emma Heidenheim (Mayzie La Bird)
Elena Reyes (Sour Kangaroo)
PRODUCTION TEAM
Claire Porter-Martin - Producer
Cameron Carver - Director & Choreographer
Andrew Rethazi - Musical Director
Matt Vaile - Designer
Joe Recchia - Production Manager
Sarah Urquhart - Stage Manager
Stephanie Simonetta & Tom Smyth - Assistant Stage Managers
Sara Joy - Rehearsal Pianist
Sarah Abbot - Make-Up Artist
Lori Ann Tomicic Albert - Hair Stylist
Bonnie Brown-Rowcliffe - Wig Mistress
Lesleigh Turner - Milliner
Kristen Mould - Props Head
Tom Smyth - Set Construction Co-ordinator
The Swamp Rats: Set Construction
Art Sendas
Gord Hardcastle
Bob Gerow
Luke Bainbridge - Webmaster
Stephanie Simonetta - Social Media Co-ordinator