Cornerstone Christian School is excited to be the first school in the city to present its upcoming annual theatre production, “Seussical” in November.
“It’s really a show for all ages. Everyone loves Dr. Seuss and the stories are timeless. The audience can expect a very high energetic show with brilliant colours and costumes. The show has positive messages and it was chosen because we thought the world could use a big dose of happiness, joy and energy,” says artistic director of the musical, Tanya Johnson.
Thirty-seven students ranging from grades 7 to 12 at CCS have been diligently practising for the extracurricular musical “Seussical” since the beginning of the school year in September. They are looking forward to having an audience and being able to perform in front of a live crowd again.
“We had to hold off any decision-making on the play until we were given a green light to go ahead, so the group has been rehearsing furiously to get the show ready. It’s looking great,”
Given the COVID-19 restrictions, the director involved a cast of children from Grade 7 and up to participate.
“We are a little bit smaller this year but I don’t think the audience will notice that with the energy that’s on the stage,” said Johnson.
In the Broadway musical, the show reveals different events from the Dr. Seuss books, tied together to create one story line at the end of the show.
‘The Cat in the Hat’ unravels the story of Horton, an elephant who finds a speck of dust that contains the Who’s. Horton faces a challenge to protect the speck of dust from the world, as well as guard an abandoned egg left in his care by Mayzie. Horton faces many challenges, but through the powers of friendship with the Who’s that live on the speck, and amid all other trials and odds, he emerges triumphant in the story.
“It’s a full-length Broadway show; there is also an appearance from the Grinch. It wouldn’t be Seuss without it,” says Johnson.
“It’s a really great opportunity for families to do something together and to come back and support our Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, and the return to theatre is a really big deal for people who like theatre,” continues Johnson.
“We hope that people will come out to enjoy the show and support the students participating in this year’s production. Our school is excited to start off the high school theatre season here in Moose Jaw.”
Cornerstone Christian School theatre production ‘Seussical’ will take place at the Mae Wilson Theatre on Nov. 10-13; show times will be Wednesday to Friday at 7 p.m. daily with a matinee only on Saturday at 2 p.m.
Depending on seat locations, ticket prices range from $20 and $25 (plus additional fees) and can be purchased at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre box office by calling (306) 693-4700 or online at www.moosejawculture.ca.
Prior to attending the musical, the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre asks the public to bring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours prior to the show. Additional COVID-19 information can be accessed on the cultural website.
