The Cottage Theatre
@ The Center for Home Education


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!
Seussical JR. provides wonderful creative opportunities in terms of set design, lighting and costuming, and can easily accommodate a large cast of expandable “Seussian” creatures.
Important Dates
Auditions: August 17 & 18, 2026, by appointment only
Callbacks: August 20, 2026, by invitation only
Rehearsals: Beginning August 25, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM (every Tues/Thurs)*
*A parent must attend the mandatory parent meeting from 4:30-5:00 PM on August 26.
Tech: November 9-12, 2026, 5:30 PM call
Pickup rehearsal: November 18, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM
Performances: November 13, 14, 19-21, 2026 @ 7:30 PM (call time 6:30 PM)**
**Parents will be needed as volunteers during the performances. Thank you so much for your participation.
Tickets are $14 for General Admission
Seniors (60+) and Children under 10 can purchase tickets for $10
Student Night is 11/19*
*Current students of the Center for Home Education will be able to purchase tickets for $7
