Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
Beverly, MA

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Friday, January 23, 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (E)

APPOINTMENTS

To schedule an audition appointment please call 978-232-7200 x.7280 between 11am - 2pm on Monday, January 19 and Tuesday,

January 20.

CONTRACT

TYA

$633 weekly minimum

Travel / Housing provided if needed.

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in SUESSICAL (See breakdown).

PREPARATION

Prepare a brief, upbeat selection from a song of your choice. Bring your current headshot and resume and sheet music in appropriate key. An accompanist will be provided.

LOCATION
North Shore Music Theatre
54 Dunham Rd
Beverly, MA 01915-1844
Theatre Arts and Education Building -
Rehearsal Studios.

PERSONNEL
Expected to be in attendance:
Kevin P. Hill: Producing Artistic Director
Briana Fallon: Director / Choreographer
Matthew Chappell: Associate Producer /
Casting Director
Robert L Rucinski: Music Director /
Accompanist
Amanda Ostrow Mason: Company Manager /
Casting Associate

OTHER DATES
Rehearsals: March 5 - 16, 2026
Performances: March 17 - 21, 2026

OTHER

www.NSMT.org

All rehearsals take place in Beverly, MA

An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination.
Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of
inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities,
and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

SEUSSICAL

SEEKING:

THE CAT IN THE HAT – (ROLE IS ON OFFER) Any gender. The essence of mischief, fun, and
imagination. The Cat stirs things up and causes trouble, but always sets things right again, helping Jojo discover the power of his own imagination as they create the story for the show together. Physically adept, able to play many comic cameos and is comfortable improvising with an audience. The Cat does not need to be the strongest singer but should still have good rhythm and timing. Vocal range – Bottom: Bb4, Top: D6

JOJO / KID – Any gender / 18+ to play a child. Jojo is a "Thinker", a bright child with a wild
imagination. They can be played as being a little bit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose “Thinks” get them into constant trouble. By the end of the show, Jojo learns what it means to be a responsible member of his world, using the power and possibilities of their own “Thinks”. A strong singer. Vocal range – Bottom: Ab4, Top: D6

HORTON THE ELEPHANT – Character is Male. A gentle giant. Think of him as a big-hearted bluecollar guy who is steadfast, responsible, and always tries to do the right thing for his friends. He is imaginative and receptive to the world around him. He is very unselfconscious. Horton's view of the world never changes - he believes in its goodness. By the end of the show, without even realizing it, he is ready to become a parent. Vocal range – Bottom: A4, Top: E6

GERTRUDE MCFUZZ – (ROLE IS ON OFFER) Character is Female. Very self-conscious and awarethat her one-feather tail isn't perfect. Gertrude changes during the show from a neurotic, nervous, and shy bird into one with the power to protect and care for a baby elephant bird and commit herself to Horton. In other words, she stops worrying about her looks and grows up. Vocal range – Bottom: F3, Top: Eb5

MAYZIE LA BIRD – Character is Female. Self-centered, selfish, and vain, and will never admit to her own flaws. She manipulates anyone she can into doing what she wants. But Mayzie isn't all bad. In giving up her egg to Horton once and for all, she has a moment of generosity-she realizes she isn't the kind of person who would be a good parent, and she does the best thing she can for the egg. Vocal range – Bottom: G#3, Top: E5

SOUR KANGAROO – Character is Female. Sour Kangaroo isn't really sour at all. She's just got a lot of attitude. She's loud, brassy, and a lot of fun. Vocal range – Bottom: A3, Top: Eb5

THE WICKERSHAM BROTHERS – Character is Male. The (3) Wickersham Brothers are not bad guys! They're simply a lot like kids who tease, play pranks, and get a kick out of making mischief, although often at others' expense. They enjoy hanging out together, making music on the street corner, and playing off one another. Each should find their own Wickersham persona. Vocal range – Bottom: A4, Top: G6

MR. MAYOR – Character is Male. Mr. and Mrs. Mayor are Whos who are parents trying hard to raise a difficult child in a complicated world. They may get aggravated with Jojo, but they love him dearly and try to do the right thing, even if it turns out to be a mistake. Vocal range – Bottom: C5, Top: A6

MRS. MAYOR – Character is Female. Mr. and Mrs. Mayor are Whos who are parents trying hard to raise a difficult child in a complicated world. They may get aggravated with Jojo, but they love him dearly and try to do the right thing, even if it turns out to be a mistake. Vocal range – Bottom: A3, Top: D5

ENSEMBLE:

THE WHOS - The Whos are a lot like you and me, only so small as to be invisible. Don't think of them as weird little aliens. They should be played for their inherent humanity. Vocal range – Bottom: G3, Top: D#5

JUNGLE CREATURES - The Jungle Creatures are real people at heart, just like us, even though they may be described as animal characters. Vocal range – Bottom: A3, Top: Db5

THE GRINCH

YERTLE THE TURTLE

VLAD VLADICOFF

SALARY

TYA $633 weekly minimum Travel / Housing provided if needed.

UNION

AEA