Seussical
Winter 2026 MainStage
Directed by Lori Stokes & Courtney Stokes
Choreography by Francesca Cipponeri
Music Direction by Nancy Godfrey
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Now one of the most performed shows in America, Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Ragtime), have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
Seussical is fun for the whole family! Performers of all ages will be excited to portray the characters from the familiar Dr. Seuss fables. This musical provides wonderful creative opportunities for set, lighting and costume design.
DATES & AUDITION DETAILS:
Auditions (attend one day/time):
- Friday, September 19th: 6:30-8:30pm
- Saturday, September 20th: 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Saturday, September 20th: 12:30 - 2:30pm
- Saturday, September 20th: 2:30 - 4:30pm
Callbacks (By invitation only, some actors may be asked to attend several days/times):
- Sunday, September 21: 2pm - 8pm
- Monday, September 22: 6:30-9:00 pm
- Tuesday, September 23: 6:30-9:00 pm
1st rehearsal: Sunday, September 28th: 2:00-7:30pm
Parent meeting (Mandatory): Monday, September 29th: 7:30-8:30pm
Thanksgiving Break (No Rehearsal): November 23-29, 2025
Winter Break (No Rehearsal): December 19-27, 2025
Tech/Spacing (every day!): December 28-30, 2025 & January 2-8, 2026
Performances: January 10-25, 2026
Student Matinees: Friday, January 9 & Friday, January 16, 2026
Rehearsal schedule*:
- Mondays: 6pm-8:30pm
- Wednesdays: 6pm-8:30pm
- Thursdays: 6pm-8:30pm (November to January ONLY)
- Sundays: 2pm-7:30pm
*Actors are expected to be available for all rehearsals, but will only be called if needed.
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Auditions
Location: Auditions will be held at the StarStruck Rehearsal Studios: 42307 Osgood Road Unit J, Fremont, CA
Ages: You must be 10-20 at the time of auditions. Ages outside of range must get special permission from the Director at MainStage.StarStruck@gmail.com
Auditions Dates/Times:
- Friday, Sept.19 @ 6:30-8:30p
- Saturday, September 20 @ 10a-12p, 12:30p-2:30p, 2:30-4:30p
Callbacks: Sunday 9/21, Monday 9/22, Tuesday 9/23
View the callback material here
View the callback list here
Rehearsal Conflicts: Please keep conflicts to a minimum. Conflicts will play a significant role in the casting of this show.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals will start on Sunday, September 28. A specific schedule will be given out after casting. Not everyone will be needed at every rehearsal.
Rehearsal schedule* (Beginning September 28th):
- Mondays: 6pm-8:30pm
- Wednesdays: 6pm-8:30pm
- Thursdays: 6pm-8:30pm (November to January ONLY)
- Sundays: 2pm-7:30pm
*Actors are expected to be available for all rehearsals, but will only be called if needed.
Tech/Dress Schedule:
Once we move into the theatre, our schedule switches from 4 days/week to 6-7 days/week. NO CONFLICTS PERMITTED ONCE WE’RE AT THE THEATRE. Additionally, it is highly recommended that actors have minimal outside commitments/activities scheduled for the following dates:
- Tech/Spacing: December 28-30, 2025 & January 2-8, 2026
- Sitzprobe & Q2Q: Saturday, January 3, 10am-10pm
- Performances: January 10-25, 2025
If Cast
Fees: Tuition Fee is $1,000 per actor. First payment is due approximately one week after the cast list is posted. 3-month payment plan is available. Tuition fee covers the cost of costumes, but actors are expected to provide their own modesty clothing, shoes, make-up, and hair supplies. Limited partial and full scholarships are available- apply here. Contact the MainStage.StarStruck@gmail.com for more information.
Family Commitment: StarStruck Theatre expects performer attendance at all scheduled rehearsals. We will provide a weekly schedule with specific call times, but performers must be prepared to rehearse up to four days each week. We also require each family to contribute a minimum of 20 volunteer hours over the course of the production. There will undoubtedly be personal, family, and school events that will need to be missed because of being cast in the show.
Additional optional expenses include purchasing show merchandise and tech dinners.
Any questions: Contact the StarStruck office at MainStage.StarStruck@gmail.com or 510-659-1319.
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