Tokyo International Players presents
Music by STEPHEN FLAHERTY, Lyrics by LYNN AHRENS
Book by LYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Co-Conceived by LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN FLAHERTY, and ERIC IDLE
Based on the Works of DR. SEUSS
"Oh, the thinks you can think!”
One of the most-performed musicals in the world, SEUSSICAL™ is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza featuring all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie, and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo.
They transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the 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 in 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 in a show that is sure to be fun for the whole family!
「Oh, the thinks you can think! (あなたが想像できる創造は素晴らしいぞう！)」
世界で最も上演されているミュージカルのひとつである『SEUSSICAL™』は、象のホートン、帽子をかぶった変な猫のキャット・イン・ザ・ハット、ガートルード・マクファズ、怠け鳥のメイジー、そして壮大な想像力を持つ少年ジョージョーなど、ドクター・スースの人気のキャラクターたちが勢ぞろいする、ファンタジックで魔法のようなミュージカルの祭典です。 ジャングルヌールからサーカス・マガーカス、そして目に見えないフーの世界にお客様を誘います。
キャット・イン・ザ・ハットは、ゾウのホートンの物語を話し出します。ホートンが、小さな小さなフーの国を乗せた「ちり」ひとつぶを発見するお話です。フーの中には、想像力豊かに考え過ぎるあまり、ミリタリースクールに送られたジョージョーという子供もいました。ホートンは2つの難題に直面します。否定論者や危険に満ちた世界からフーたちを守らなければいけないだけでなく、無責任な怠け鳥メイジ―がホートンに託した卵も守らなければいけません。
ホートンは嘲笑や危険、さらには誘拐や裁判にも直面しますが、勇敢なガートルード・マクファズは彼への信頼を失うことはありません。友情、忠誠、家族をテーマに、仲間たちが力を合わせて勝利を目指す当作品は、ご家族全員でお楽しみいただけるミュージカルです。
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
On behalf of Tokyo International Players, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to SEUSSICAL™, the final show of our 2024–2025 season!
Based on the beloved works of Dr. Seuss, this whimsical musical invites us into a vibrant world of imagination, friendship, and courage. It’s a joyful celebration of the stories we grew up with and the stories we still need as adults. After months of work this production brings together a brilliant cast and crew who have poured their hearts into every rhyme, song, and choreographed moment.
As always, live theatre is only possible because of the community that surrounds it. I want to take a moment to thank our dedicated Board of Directors, our tireless volunteers, and our generous donors. Your continued support allows us to provide opportunities for local performers and creative artists and to keep English-language theatre alive and thriving in Tokyo.
As we wrap up another successful season, we’re filled with gratitude for the stories we’ve told, the connections we’ve made, and the audiences who have joined us along the way. If you’ve enjoyed our work and want to help us grow, please consider donating at tokyoplayers.org/donations or the donations box in the lobby. Every contribution makes a difference.
Thank you for being here. We hope SEUSSICAL™ brings a smile to your face, a song to your heart, and a reminder of the power of creativity.
With heartfelt thanks,
Karen Pauley
President, Tokyo International Players
When considering a musical based on children’s books, it’s easy to overlook the deeper themes at play, but Dr. Seuss was, at heart, a political writer. Beneath the whimsical rhymes and colourful illustrations lie big ideas about individuality, education, war, power, and compassion. SEUSSICAL™ may appear to be just a fun, family-friendly musical but it carries a resonant message about imagination, resilience, and the importance of every voice...
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Karen Pauley
Director's Note
CHOREOGRAPHER'S NOTE
Dale Geyer
Bringing SEUSSICAL™ to life has been an extraordinary adventure. Dr. Seuss’s world is one of joyful chaos and heartfelt wonder, and it’s been both a challenge and a delight to translate that spirit into movement.
Working alongside Karen once again has been a true gift. Our creative partnership has grown over many productions, and with each new project, I am reminded how lucky I am to collaborate with someone who shares a deep respect for storytelling and a fearless love of theatre...
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CAST
CREW
Director
Karen Pauley
Assistant Directors
Kate Cwynar
Joan Chen
Rehearsal Stage Manager
India Hudson
Production Stage Manager
Jacob Everetts
Assistant Stage Manager
Cookie Qu
Choreographer
Dale Geyer
Producer / Theater Liaison
Shinji Kobata
Lighting Designer / Operator
Marty Pauley
Kaori Hiroki
Lighting Operator Support
Victoria Humpert
Sound Operator
Jack Merluzzi
Props Master
Troy Fisher-Harper
Props Assistants
Joan Chen
Kate Cwynar
Hideo Komori
Kristin Troilo
Set Design / Build
Neill Mercier
Set Design Support
Yuko Ono
Set Building Assistant
Shinji Kobata
Set Painting
Divya Marie Kato
Set Painting Assistants
Chase Brown
Kristin Troilo
Taylor Wanstall
Yuya Yamakawa
Wardrobe
Isabella Leonetti
Ashley Ellerman
Wardrobe Assistants
Hugo Elmhirst
Ophelia Rose
Sarah Yanagita
Valerie Aurelia
Make-up Design
Kristen Watts
Make-up Assistant
Laura Pollacco
Wig and Hair Design
Maggie Jones
Dance Captain
Georgia Ryder
Backstage Crew
Laura Pollacco
Holly Thomson
JQ
Box Office Manager
Saya Suetsugu
Front of House Manager
Taylor Wanstall
Front of House Members
Lee Atkin
Rupali Gumaste
Sasha Keener
Mari Kurata
Le Linh
Nicole Santana
Yuya Yamakawa
Publicity and Promotions
Carlos Quiapo
Show Photographer
Rodger Sono
SNS, Digital Program Photographer
Carlos Quiapo
Graphics / Program Designer
Carlos Quiapo
Translators
Saya Suetsugu
Chieko Tanaka
TIP Liaisons
Rachel Walzer
Saya Suetsugu
Student Cast Liaison
Joan Chen
Special Thanks to
Kiesselbach
Our Space
Tokyo Comedy Store
Pirates of Tokyo Bay
Kikokushijo Academy
Nishimachi International School
Seisen International School
Brian Berdanier
Ashley Ellerman
Thelma Run Heimisdottir
OUR SPONSORS
Patrons and Donors 2024-2025
Honorary Lifetime Patrons
Yoshi Allan
Fran & Don Dillon
Malcolm Duff
Susan Inman
Miranda Kenrick
Barbara Knode
Karen Sieg
Ivan Woodhouse
Gifts of ¥100,000 or more
The Macdonald Family
Jeannette Ohmae
Gifts of ¥10,000 to ¥24,999
Joanna Chinen
Kazuko Inoue
Jon Reimer
Michael Wagner
Gifts of ¥5,000 to ¥9,999
Dale Geyer
Haruhito Nemoto
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Tip Board 2024-2025
President: Karen Pauley
Vice President: Jon Reimer
Secretary: Brian Berdanier
Treasurer: Chieko Tanaka
Ashley Ellerman
Carlos Quiapo
Saya Suetsugu
Taylor Wanstall
Michelle Yamazaki
Advisors to the Board
Joan Chen
Scott Hernalsteen
Kazuko Inoue
Ann Jenkins
Shinji Kobata
Jack Merluzzi
Marty Pauley
Rachel Walzer
