AUDITION INFORMATION
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Seussical
Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Co-Conceived by Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss)
Based on the works of Dr. Seuss
Performances: February 20 - March 22, 2026
Directed by Hayden Casey and Natalie Burkhart
Music Direction by Billy Veer
Choreography by Gina Gwozdz
Stage Managed by Gracie Ridings
"Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!
Upright Theatre Company (Non-Equity) is holding auditions for
Seussical
Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Co-Conceived by Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss)
Based on the works of Dr. Seuss
Performances: February 20 - March 22, 2026
Directed by Hayden Casey and Natalie Burkhart
Music Direction by Billy Veer
Choreography by Gina Gwozdz
Stage Managed by Gracie Ridings
"Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!
Upright Theatre Co. is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Seussical. Performers are asked to fill out an online audition form and submit their headshot, resume, conflict calendar, and a video audition to [email protected] of them singing 32 bars of a song in the style of the show by December 13, 2025. (No singing a cappella, please.) Callbacks (if needed) will be held in-person on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Upright Theatre Company in Euless, TX. Online audition forms and conflict calendars can be found at the bottom of this page.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
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.
UPRIGHT RATING: G (General Audiences)
*Appropriate for ages 8 and up.
ROLES AVAILABLE:
The Cat in the Hat
Our story's omniscient narrator, he is fun loving and enjoys rhyming. Pops up throughout the story to help the audience. Wise and attentive.
Gender: Any | Vocal range: F2-F4
JoJo
The Mayor's son, he is a Who who is always finding trouble. Bright, creative, and inadvertently mischievous. Possesses a wildly expansive imagination and finds solace in his friendship with Horton.
Gender: Male | Age: 8 to 12 | Vocal range: Ab3-C5
Horton the Elephant
Our story's main character, he is a compassionate and gentle elephant. Commonly misunderstood because of his larger size. He is protective and loving of all creatures in the jungle.
Gender: Male | Age: 20 to 40 | Vocal range: A2-F4
Gertrude McFuzz
Horton's one-feathered-tailed bird neighbor. Gertrude is sweet and timid. Though kind and loyal, she is also self-conscious of her shortfalls.
Gender: Female | Age: 20 to 30 | Vocal range: F3-F5
Mayzie LaBird
The most beautiful bird in all of the jungle. Oblivious to her self-centered ways, she relies on her talent of manipulation and intoxicating beauty to navigate her way through life.
Gender: Female | Age: 20 to 40 | Vocal range: G3-Eb5
The Sour Kangaroo
The 'leader' of the jungle. She is loud, brassy, and stubbornly set in her ways. A caring mother, but unabashedly sassy and soulful.
Gender: Female | Age: 25 to 40 | Vocal range: F#3-F5
Ensemble
Jungle Creatures (The Wickersham Brothers, Yurtle the Turtle, Bird Girls); The Whos (Mr. Mayor, Mrs. Mayor, General Genghis Khan Schmitz)
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by December 13, 2025. Callbacks (if needed) will be on December 17, 2025, 7pm-10pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found on the Upright Theatre Co. website at the bottom of this page.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals begin January 12, 2026 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Thursday, and Saturday between 12p and 4p. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal.
PERFORMANCE DATES: February 20 - March 22, 2026, on Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3:00pm
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
ABOUT UPRIGHT THEATRE COMPANY
Upright Theatre Company, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2020 with the goal of providing high-quality artistic and educational programming to the community. Upright Theatre Company promotes artistic excellence in the performing arts, along with education and outreach opportunities that work to provide public access to the arts and arts education. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
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.
UPRIGHT RATING: G (General Audiences)
*Appropriate for ages 8 and up.
ROLES AVAILABLE:
The Cat in the Hat
Our story's omniscient narrator, he is fun loving and enjoys rhyming. Pops up throughout the story to help the audience. Wise and attentive.
Gender: Any | Vocal range: F2-F4
JoJo
The Mayor's son, he is a Who who is always finding trouble. Bright, creative, and inadvertently mischievous. Possesses a wildly expansive imagination and finds solace in his friendship with Horton.
Gender: Male | Age: 8 to 12 | Vocal range: Ab3-C5
Horton the Elephant
Our story's main character, he is a compassionate and gentle elephant. Commonly misunderstood because of his larger size. He is protective and loving of all creatures in the jungle.
Gender: Male | Age: 20 to 40 | Vocal range: A2-F4
Gertrude McFuzz
Horton's one-feathered-tailed bird neighbor. Gertrude is sweet and timid. Though kind and loyal, she is also self-conscious of her shortfalls.
Gender: Female | Age: 20 to 30 | Vocal range: F3-F5
Mayzie LaBird
The most beautiful bird in all of the jungle. Oblivious to her self-centered ways, she relies on her talent of manipulation and intoxicating beauty to navigate her way through life.
Gender: Female | Age: 20 to 40 | Vocal range: G3-Eb5
The Sour Kangaroo
The 'leader' of the jungle. She is loud, brassy, and stubbornly set in her ways. A caring mother, but unabashedly sassy and soulful.
Gender: Female | Age: 25 to 40 | Vocal range: F#3-F5
Ensemble
Jungle Creatures (The Wickersham Brothers, Yurtle the Turtle, Bird Girls); The Whos (Mr. Mayor, Mrs. Mayor, General Genghis Khan Schmitz)
AUDITION INFORMATION
AUDITION DATE: Video submissions due by December 13, 2025. Callbacks (if needed) will be on December 17, 2025, 7pm-10pm. Audition forms and conflict calendars can be found on the Upright Theatre Co. website at the bottom of this page.
LOCATION: Upright Theatre Company, 2501 N Main St, Ste 210, Euless, TX 76039
REHEARSALS: Rehearsals begin January 12, 2026 and will generally be four nights per week from 7-10pm, Monday through Thursday, and Saturday between 12p and 4p. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal.
PERFORMANCE DATES: February 20 - March 22, 2026, on Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3:00pm
For more information, please email [email protected]. Additionally, if you are unable to attend the callback date but would still like to audition, please email [email protected].
ABOUT UPRIGHT THEATRE COMPANY
Upright Theatre Company, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2020 with the goal of providing high-quality artistic and educational programming to the community. Upright Theatre Company promotes artistic excellence in the performing arts, along with education and outreach opportunities that work to provide public access to the arts and arts education. Upright Theatre Company's mission is to elevate the culture of our community by presenting classic and contemporary works that challenge thought, inspire empathy and enhance personal growth; to provide a safe, nurturing and professional educational experience for emerging artists; to promote the talents of our diverse community by collaborating with local businesses, showcasing local artists and cultivating the arts for local families.
Important Links:
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR THE AUDITION FORM
CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFLICT CALENDAR
For more info, please email [email protected].
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An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Upright Theatre Company, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
