ABOUT THE SHOW
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger 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!​
BACKSTAGE PERFORMING ARTS
AUDITION NOTICE
Seussical Jr.
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SESSION 1
A U D I T I O N C L I N I C - May 27th 5:00-5:45pm
A U D I T I O N S - May 30th
C A L L B A C K S - May 31st
R E H E A R S A L S - June 3rd - July 10th T/W/TH 9:00-12:00pm
P E R F O R M A N C E S - July 11th - July 19th​
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SESSION 2
A U D I T I O N C L I N I C - May 27th 6:00-6:45pm
A U D I T I O N S - May 30th
C A L L B A C K S - May 31st
R E H E A R S A L S - June 17th - July 24h T/W/TH 3:00-6:00pm
P E R F O R M A N C E S - July 25th - August 2nd
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AUDITION CLINIC
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WHEN: May 28th - 5:00-5:45pm (Session 1) - 6:00-6:45pm (Session 2)
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WHAT: Audition Clinic
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WHO: Anyone who wants to come to see what it will be like to be in the show
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WEAR: Wear movement clothes, and bring shoes to dance in (tennis shoes or jazz shoes work great)
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WHERE: Centerville Location (803 N 1250 W #4, Centerville, UT, 84014)
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You do not need to attend the audition clinic in order to audition, it is just extra help and SUPER FUN!
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AUDITIONS
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WHEN: May 30th (sign-up for an audition time slot)
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WHAT: Auditions for Roles
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WHO: Actors auditioning for the show
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WEAR: Wear professional clothing
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WHERE: West Bountiful Location (724 W 500 S #900, West Bountiful, Utah, 84087)
​​​​If you cannot attend auditions or callbacks, contact us, and we will schedule another time for you.
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BRING TO AUDITIONS
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Audition Form (includes your contact info, previous show experience, all conflicts for rehearsals/shows)
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Headshot with Actor's Resume on the back
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Your 30-60 second karaoke music cut (on a device we have Bluetooth, aux or iPhone aux, no accompanist provided)
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Wear professional clothing
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AUDITION AGES
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Auditions for roles are open to all performers going into grades 4th-12th
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Those in 1st-3rd grade can participate in the Mini-Musical/Seussical Jr as a Who (click on button to see more info)
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CALLBACKS
Additional Callbacks will be held on May 31st by invitation only beginning at 11:00am. To help you prepare for Callbacks ahead of time, familiarize yourself with the characters & songs from the show.
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COST
Tuition: $425
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Media Purchases: (Optional) Headshot ($30), Video Digital Recording ($30), Cast Shirt ($30)
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Performers will be required to provide underclothing and shoes for performances. Consisting of a tan leotard & black shorts for girls and a black tank top & black or tan pants for boys. Performers will be required to provide specific footwear.
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No Registration Fee
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Get Musical Theatre Camps 30% off when you register for "Seussical Jr."
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HOW TO SIGN UP
1. Click any "register" button on the website
2. Register for "Seussical Jr."
3. Email us to get an audition time backstageperformingartsutah@gmail.com
4. Come to auditions
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Everyone who registers will be cast in the production.
No refunds will be given after the cast list has been posted.
Not everyone will be called to every rehearsal.
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If you have any questions, please email us backstageperformingartsutah@gmail.com
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