Featured in St Catherine’s News, Spring 2023, we celebrate our Years 5 and 6 musical, Seussical JR.

Our Years 5 and 6 production of Seussical JR. by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens took us on a whimsical journey through the extraordinary world of Dr. Seuss. This musical celebration showcased the timeless stories and beloved characters of Dr. Seuss.

The heart of Seussical JR. lies in its celebration of friendship and the power of self-belief. The story brought together iconic characters like the brave Horton the Elephant, the mischievous Cat in the Hat, the glamorous Mayzie La Bird, the kind-hearted Gertrude McFuzz and the determined Jojo from Whoville. This story reminds us of the importance of standing up for what is right.

The production aimed to capture the essence of Dr. Seuss’s magical universe, and it succeeded in doing so through vibrant sets, colourful costumes, lively choreography, and a refined stage presence developed over a series of intensive rehearsals across Terms 1 and 2.

Behind the scenes, our team of teachers worked tirelessly to orchestrate rehearsals, supervision, costumes, sets, make up, props, choreography, lighting, sound, staging, ticketing, advertising, and more. This played an instrumental role in the success of Seussical JR. We thank all who were involved in this production for your hard work, care, and dedication.

The journey leading up to the performances was a testament to the growth and development of each performer, both as individuals and as part of our two ensemble casts – Thing 1 and Thing 2. The determination and dynamic collaboration within each Cast elevated the production to new heights, making everyone involved immensely proud.

To the talented Casts consisting of all our Years 5 and 6 students, you were encouraged to fully embrace the unique qualities of your characters, bring them to life with authenticity and enthusiasm, and you did just that! Each character’s quirks, flaws, and strengths were embraced, adding heart and soul to Seussical JR. The energy and passion shared by each Cast was clear
in all your performances.

The hard work and commitment of everyone involved made this event a truly memorable one. Congratulations!