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Ages 6-10
Ages 6-10
Registration-based production
Registration-based production
In-class casting in the fall
Rehearses September-May
Mondays & Thursdays at 7pm
In-class casting the fall Rehearses & 7pm May
Performs May 2026
Ready for the stage, but not quite ready to audition for a massive production? This is the class for you! In this yearlong class, students will put together a full-length musical. They will learn how to audition, be cast in the show, learn choreography, music, and blocking, and perform their work on stage in the spring with costumes, sound, set, props, and lights! This class is perfect for the beginning performer that's ready to experience a musical in a stress-free environment!
Ready for the stage, but quite ready audition for a massive This is the class for you! In this will musical They will learn how audition, be the show, learn choreography, music, and blocking, and their work on stage in the spring with costumes, beginning performer that's ready experience a musical in a stress-free environment!
This year we are excited to produce the classic favorite Annie KIDS! Tell the story of the spunky orphan with a heart full of hope on her journey toward finding a loving family, and all the colorful friends (and devious villains!) she touches along the way.
This we are excited to the classic favorite KIDS! Tell the story the spunky orphan with heart full of hope on her journey toward finding a loving and all the colorful friends devious way December17-21
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Book By
Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
Music By
Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics By Lynn Ahrens
Co-Conceived By
Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty and Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss)
Artistic Director’s Note
Welcome to the 11th season of Gateway Center for Performing Arts’ Youth Theatre Company! This season, we have carefully selected productions that not only showcase incredible entertainment but also resonate deeply with contemporary themes and timeless stories
We open our season with the beloved musical Oliver! Based on Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist, this heartwarming story captures the resilience of youth in the face of adversity. The themes of hope, belonging, and the struggle against societal injustices are as relevant today as they were in Dickens' time. The rich, vibrant score invites audiences into a world of both sorrow and joy, making it an ideal choice to highlight the power of musical theatre
Following Oliver!, we will present The Prom, a contemporary musical that shines a light on love, acceptance, and the fight for equality Set against the backdrop of a small town’s high school prom, this uplifting show addresses issues of identity and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth Its heartfelt message remind us of the importance of inclusion and the need for a community that embraces all its members.
This summer, we invite performers to join us for Seussical KIDS and Seussical Junior, production camps designed for ages 6-10 and 11-16, respectively These registration-based programs provide an inclusive environment where students can explore their creativity without the pressure of having to “get in.” Through the whimsical stories of Dr Seuss, campers will embark on a journey of imagination and self-expression, developing confidence and teamwork skills that will last a lifetime.
For our more seasoned young performers, we are excited to announce our audition-based productions of Shrek Junior for ages 10-14 and Into the Woods for ages 14-18. Shrek Junior brings the beloved story of the ogre and his friends to life, celebrating themes of acceptance and friendship with humor and heart Meanwhile, Into the Woods marks a significant milestone as our first foray into the works of Stephen Sondheim. This intricate, enchanting tale intertwines the stories of familiar fairy tale characters, encouraging us to reflect on the complexities of our desires and the consequences of our choices. It promises to be a rewarding experience for our older students, pushing them to explore the depths of their artistic expression
If you like what you see, please consider joining us on our mission to provide quality, challenging, and out-of-the-box theatre for St Louis youth See our shows, take our classes, spread the word, volunteer, or donate. We’d love your story with GCPA to begin today
Stephanie Fox Artistic Director
Welcome to Seussical KIDS! This joyful, imaginative show brings to life the colorful world of Dr. Seuss, weaving together some of his most beloved stories and characters. The story follows Horton the Elephant, who discovers a tiny world called Whoville on a speck of dust and vows to protect it, despite being ridiculed by the other animals in the Jungle of Nool Along the way, he meets characters like the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, and Mayzie LaBird. Themes of friendship, loyalty, and the power of imagination shine through as Horton stays true to his belief that "a person's a person, no matter how small"
Seussical KIDS is about the creative power that all people, but especially children, hold and how that spark should be encouraged and nourished instead of stifled. The characters may be larger than life, but they are still very much rooted in truth, which is what makes this show so endearing and relatable.
No celebration of the works of Dr Seuss would be complete without The Cat In The Hat. The Cat serves as a throughline character in the show. They break the fourth wall and make the audience feel like a part of the show. They are a symbol of JoJo’s creativity personified. In Seussical KIDS, the role of The Cat is split into three parts. For our production in particular, I wanted to make each cat a different and distinct version of the character The cats serve as the embodiment of JoJo’s sheer creative force, which is so powerful it can get him in trouble sometimes.
Seussical teaches us the importance of imagination, embracing differences, and staying true to ourselves no matter the consequences I think it is essential for kids to be exposed to ideas like these at a young age. I have always related to the lovable outcast characters that make up this production, and I hope you do too Whether you identify with Horton’s loyalty, Gertrude’s determination, or Jojo’s ability to dream big, we hope you’ll be transported and immersed by this whimsical tale.
Working on this production has been a celebration of creativity and teamwork Our young cast has poured their energy and spirit into creating a world where anything is possible, and their enthusiasm for storytelling has been truly inspiring. Whether you're a longtime fan of Dr. Seuss or you’re discovering these characters for the first time, thank you for supporting the arts and joining us on this fantastical journey to the Jungle of Nool and beyond!
Alyssa Durbin Director
Overture
Oh, The Thinks You Can Think!...........................................................................Company
Horton Hears A Who..................................................................................................... Horton
Here On Who...........................................Horton, Jojo, Mr. & Mrs. Mayor, The Whos
Oh, The Thinks You Can Think! (Reprise)......................................................Cats, Jojo
It's Possible, Part 1...................................................................Jojo, Cats, Fish, Ensemble
It's Possible, Part 2..................................................................Jojo, Cats, Fish, Ensemble
Alone In The Universe .......................................................................................Horton, Jojo
The One Feather Tail Of Miss Gertrude McFuzz......................Gertrude McFuzz
Monkey Around / Chasing The Whos................................Wickersham Brothers, Sour Kangaroo, Company
Horton Sits On The Egg/Dilemma..................................................Horton, Company
Solla Sollew..................................................................................Horton, Whos, Ensemble
The Whos Return.....................................Horton, Mr. & Mrs. Mayor, Jojo, Gertrude
Yopp!.............................................................................Sour Kangaroo, Young Kangaroo, Wickersham Brothers, Mr. & Mrs. Mayor, Cats, Company
Oh, The Thinks You Can Think! (Finale).........................................................Company Green Eggs And Ham (Bows)..............................................................................Company
CAST
HORTON HORTON
Eva McColl EvaMcColl
CAT1 CAT1
Haseley Brauer HaseleyBrauer
GERTRUDE GERTRUDE
Scarlett Haxel ScarlettHaxel
JOJO JOJO
Joylin B. JoylinB.
CAT2 CAT2
Lorelai Radu LorelaiRadu
CAT3 CAT3 Charlotte Mahon CharlotteMahon
MAYZIE MAYZIE SOURKANGAROO SOURKANGAROO
Alice James AliceJames Mariah Currier MariahCurrier
WICKERSHAM1 WICKERSHAM1
WindsorJohnson WindsorJohnson
CHILD CHILD
WICKERSHAM2 WICKERSHAM2 OliverGarbus OliverGarbus
MR.MAYOR MR.MAYOR
MaxMcCarthy MaxMcCarthy
YERTLE THE TURTLE YERTLE THE TURTLE MARSHAL MARSHAL
VLAD VLADIKOFF VLAD VLADIKOFF TALK SHOW HOST TALK SHOW HOST BABY KANGAROO BABY KANGAROO
Mila McDoniel
Mila McDoniel
Mia Thurman
Kaiden Jenicek
Kaiden
Juniper Perry
Juniper Perry
Elle Larson
Elle Larson
Blaire
Michael BlaireMichael
WICKERSHAM3 WICKERSHAM3 CadenLee CadenLee
MRS.MAYOR MRS.MAYOR FiorellaF. FiorellaF.
JUNGLE CITIZEN 1 JUNGLE CITIZEN 1 JUNGLE CITIZEN 2 JUNGLE CITIZEN 2
Winnie Frisch
Alice Schamber
JUNGLE CITIZEN 3
JUNGLE CITIZEN 3
JUNGLE CITIZEN 4 JUNGLE CITIZEN 4
JUNGLE CITIZEN 5 JUNGLE CITIZEN 5
JUNGLE CITIZENS JUNGLE CITIZENS
Veda Bowman
Josie Little
Stephanie Ma Alice Schamber Little
Delphine B., Veda Bowman, Guthrie Frisch, Winnie Frisch, Josie Little, Kaiden Jenicek, Stephanie Ma, Katharine M., Lily M., Mila McDoniel, Rosie McDoniel, Juniper Perry, Connor Rooney, Alice Schamber, Mia Thurman, Ava Welch, Hudson Wood
WHOS WHOS
Lex B., Clara B., Karl B., Joshua D., Joanie Flanagan, Norah H., Talia Lee, Frankie M., Blaire Michael, Dakota Money, Scarlett Schneider, Allenna White
FFISH ISH
Delphine B., Veda Bowman, Norah H.,Talia Lee, Stephanie Ma, Katharine M., Rosie McDoniel, Blaire Michael, Dakota Money, Alice Schamber
Delphine B , H ,Talia Stephanie M , Money,
