Tessitura Musical Productions Presents
Sessical Jr.
Performance Dates: December 12 - 14, 2025
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, Composer Lynn Ahrens and Librettist Stephen Flaherty. This MTI Musical Production will be performed at Dunham Hall on the campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville under Chris Kernan, Director and Amy Prince, Musical Director.
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!
*Please note that ALL THREE FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED for your audition sign up to be valid and completed. The completed Detailed Audition Form and Calendar Conflict Form must be printed and brought with you to your audition time.
Introducing Tessitura Musical Productions in Edwardsville
Tessitura Music and StagePlay Learning have finally come together to provide the educational performance experience you have been waiting for through Tessitura Musical Productions. Fall 2025 will feature a full production of Suessicle Jr. for ages 8-18. The values and goals of both Tessitura Music and StagePlay learning will be blended to encompass the inclusivity and community experience we strive to achieve. Tessitura Music believes in creating a safe environment for personal performance growth and building confidence. Tessitura Music is committed to teaching to the potential of each individual student and providing consistent encouragement. StagePlay Learning believes in teaching life skills through theater skills. StagePlay Learning supports the creativity and imagination of students in a group setting through creative play. Come along on this remarkable journey of magic and imagination. Join ourTessitura Musical Class.
“Don’t give up! I believe in you all! A person’s a person no matter how small!” -Dr. Suess
Participation and casting in this program will depend on a successful audition. Throughout our 12-week rehearsal period for Suessicle Jr., students will have the opportunity to participate in a minimum of six educational experiences which will provide specialist guest training in performance elements relevant to our production of Suessicle Jr. These opportunities will be scheduled during, before or after pre-scheduled rehearsals. A final schedule of guest experiences will be shared with cast members at our first rehearsal or before.
Attending class rehearsals is a vital part of any successful musical production. Although every cast member will not be scheduled to attend all class rehearsals, simple training and research opportunities will be available at every rehearsal for those who would like to participate. Activities available at rehearsals will be shared with cast members ahead of time.
lease note that ALL THREE FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED for your audition sign up to be valid and completed. The completed Detailed Audition Form and Calendar Conflict Form must be printed and brought with you to your audition time.
Auditions & Rehearsals
Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, September 6th from 2:00-6:00pm at Tessitura Music Studios, 871 S Arbor Vitae Suite 4, Edwardsville. Please prepare a 16-32 measure cut from a Musical that best shows off your voice. An accompanist will be provided. Please provide sheet music for the pianist, clearly marked, double-sided and in a binder with holes punched. For our youngsters, you may sing “Happy Birthday” or “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”. Please bring a current resume and headshot if available. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to register and be prepared for a successful experience. There is no monologue or reading preparation required for this audition. A dance audition will be held on Sunday, September 7th at 2:30pm at Tessitura Music Studios. This is an invite only audition. If you are not called to the audition, or you are asked to participate and cannot attend, that does not mean you are not considered for casting.
Class Rehearsals for Seussicle Jr. will be Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm, Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm and Sundays, 2:30-5pm. Rehearsals will begin with a mandatory first class rehearsal on Sunday, September14th. Please be prepared to indicate conflicts to the rehearsal schedule on the day of your audition. Mandatory Attendance is required for Tech Week Saturday, December 6th to Thursday, December 11th. Show dates are Friday, December 12th at 7:30pm, Saturday, December 13th at 2:00pm and 7:30pm and Sunday, December 14th 2:00pm.
Tuition for Tessitura Musical Productions is $300 due in monthly $100 increments. Payment methods and due dates will be shared with the finalized cast.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Amy Prince at seussical@tessituramusic.com.
lease note that ALL THREE FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED for your audition sign up to be valid and completed. The completed Detailed Audition Form and Calendar Conflict Form must be printed and brought with you to your audition time.