The colorful world of Dr. Seuss takes over the Barn Theatre July 8 – 20 with Seussical the Musical!
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Prepare to be transported to the Jungle of Nool to the tiniest planet in the sky Whoville, to Circus McGurkus and everywhere in between! This feel-good musical bonanza dares us to think big and reminds us of the power of loyalty, family, and acceptance. After all a person’s a person no matter how small!
The Cat in the Hat (Barn favorite Luke Ragotzy) as the narrator tells the story of Horton (Barn favorite Patrick Hunter), an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo (Guest Artist, Kalamazoo favorite, Spencer Duguay), 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.
Also featured in the cast are First year apprentices Vivian Lakin as Gertrude McFuzz, and Abbey Grace Messing as Mayzie LaBird. Rounding out the cast are Charlie King as General Genghis Kahn Schmitz, John Jay Espino as Yertle the Turtle, and a whole bunch of talented Barnies.
Their dynamic performances, combined with a lively, memorable score from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty having lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters.
Produced by Brendan Ragotzy and directed by Patrick Hunter. Patrick Hunter is Scenic Designer. Musical Direction is by Matt Shabala. Choreographer is Erin Ellis. Sidra Sundberg is Costume Designer. Properties are designed by Ross with Lights designed by Nate Vos and Michael McShane is Lighting Supervisor. Garrylee McCormick is Hair/Wig Designer. Troy Benton is Sound Designer. Assistant Technical Direction team is Dennis McKeen, Connor Coyne, and Christ Ray.
Performances for SEUSSICAL will run July 8 through 20, Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 5:00 PM. Seussical is a fun-filled musical adventure for the whole family and for all ages!
Our popular outreach The Backstage Xperience is offered July 10, 11, 16, 17, 18. Head to barntheatreschool.org or call 269-731-1151 for information and sign ups! Kids are free for this special program!
Enjoy refreshments in the Rehearsal Shed Lounge with friends before the show, during intermission, and after the show - and have a drink at Miss Penelope’s Saloon ~ Bring your drinks into the theatre! Make your reservations online for our cabaret-style Bar Show after each main stage performance - No need to wait in line before the show! Back 40 Pizza is open!! Our fabulous pizza and other menu items can be ordered at the Rehearsal Shed or before the show ~ Call 269-731-4895 to make your dinner reservation. See the Stars of Tomorrow Today! For tickets and information call 269-731-4121 or head to barntheatreschool.org
