Suessical Jr: Bard Ensemble

"Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide with EDGE’s exuberance and joyful spirit to bring forth an unforgettable musical caper! 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!

 Using EDGE’s past two musicals plan as a model, our production of Seussical the Musical will have both a Bard Ensemble and a Troubadour Ensemble rehearsing in separate times all coming together to make one amazing show and ensure that everyone is able to learn songs and choreography at a pace that works for the student!   But this year, there is more! This year we will also have both Ensembles getting rehearsal time on Wednesdays to ensure even more work can be completed and more time being spent on the show!

Tier:  Bard

Instructor:   Becky and Stephanie

Days:  Mondays

Blocks:  3 & 4

Time:  12:30pm - 2:35pm

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Days:  Wednesdays

Blocks:  1

Time:  10:00am - 11:00am

Weeks: 8

Start and End Date: January 7 - March 3

FULL ENSEMBLE Rehearsal Tuesday Feb 19th:  2p-6p

Rehearsal Location: Pendulum 1803 W Byron St #216, Chicago, IL 60613

Performance Location:  EDGE Theatre (5451 N Broadway St. Chicago, Illinois 60640)

Min/max: 28/40 pm

Notes:  Full production, costumes, lights, sets and props

Rehearsals on both Mondays and Wednesdays

Actors will be required to provide their own base clothes including black or brown boots.

Techs and Performances:  EDGE Theatre (5451 N Broadway St. Chicago, Illinois 60640)

TECH/DRESS REHEARSALS:

• Tech 1   Monday Feb 25th   1p - 5p

• Tech 2   Tuesday Feb 26th  12p - 4p

• Tech 3   Wednesday Feb 27th 12p - 4p

• Tech 4   Thursday Feb 28th 12p - 4p
  

PERFORMANCES

• PERFORMANCE 1   Friday March 1st  5pm Call, 7pm show

• PERFORMANCE 2   Saturday March 2nd 1pm Call, 3pm show

• PERFORMANCE 3   Sunday March 3rd   1pm Call, 3pm show

Notes: Rehearsals will be on both Mondays and Wednesdays. See Schedule. FULL ENSEMBLE Rehearsal Tuesday Feb 19th:  2p-6p

Price:  SALE PRICE THRU 11-10:  $250- Get to do this seasons musical at last seasons price if you sign up before November 10th!

           Regular Price:  $325

           Multi-Class Discount:  $300

A $75 deposit is required to secure a spot

Payment plans for the remainder after deposit can be made through Lori (lori@edgeoforion.com)

All questions should be sent to Rick (gwfrolson@gmail.com)