“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’s best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper, Suessical. Bring a new book to the performance to receive $2 off your ticket at the door.
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird.
Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping, 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.
On a side note, Cheryl Hathaway plays Mrs. Mayor in the production. Hathaway taught in the STMA school district as the kindergarten music teacher for about 30 years — teaching two generations of students.
Performances are Thursday, July 21, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, July 22, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 23, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 24, at 2 p.m.; Thursday, July 28, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, July 29, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, July 30, at 2 p.m.; Saturday, July 30, at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, July 31, at 2 p.m.
Location of performances are at STMA High School Performing Arts Center, 5800 Jamison Avenue NE
St. Michael. Tickets are available online at www.SOARarts.com or at the door.
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