'Seussical' to entertain Cebu young audiences on February 24-25

2TinCans Philippines, Cebu’s premier theatre communications company, proudly announces the much-anticipated 10th-anniversary celebration with a spectacular production of the whimsical musical extravaganza, "Seussical" set on February 24 to 25 at the CENEWOF Theater of the Marcelo Fernan Press Center in Lahug, Cebu City.

"Seussical" is a fantastical journey into the colorful universe created by the iconic Dr. Seuss, featuring beloved characters from his timeless stories including “The Cat in the Hat”, “Horton Hears a Who”, “Gertrude McFuzz”, among many others, which promises to enchanting audiences with its vibrant characters, imaginative storytelling, and unforgettable music.

Featuring the 2TinCans Theatre Company and the musical theatre students of 2TinCans Theatre Lab, this milestone production not only marks a decade of excellence in the theatre arts for 2TinCans Philippines, but also serves as a testament to their unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality productions that captivates audiences of all ages. 

“The theatre has the power to touch and transform people’s lives and in 2TinCans, we want every experience to entertain, educate, and empower,” 2TinCans founder and producing artistic director, Sarah Mae Enclona-Henderson, said. “Theatre must be accessible to young audiences, and we hope that by producing musicals like “Seussical,” we will be able to bring that theatrical experience to many Cebuano families.”

“Seussical” is directed by Henderson with dance direction by Vincent Paul Diez Gaton and Vocal direction by Apple Abarquez. 

Playing the mischievous Cat in the Hat is Dave Feril, while Fia Mikaele Cagulada and JT Ecube alternate Jojo. Horton the Elephant is alternately played by Clark Yonson and Coco Caballes, Gertrude McFuzz by Judee Kriselle Rallos and Isabel Mendero, while Shanice Kae Suarez plays the Amayzing Mayzie. 

Joining the cast are Vince Lopez, Shane Rennel Ayong, Dan Clever Gigantone, Grant Bacaltos, Louie Basalo, Mau Alcoriza, Kristian Jacob Logarta, Benjun Yu, Joshua Andrino, Justin Mae Ng, Marianne Figueroa, Jennifer Loma, Elle Rivera, Aleesha Tabar, Seine-Maia Abangan, Queenie Madonna Paras, Henrique Kristoffer Ong, Ariel Perl Barbarona, Frankie Lacson, Sophia Adeline Morrell, Lindsey Alexandra Morrell, Ellexa Raine Lee, Ria Shereese Canoy, and Courtney Encarnacion. 

“Seussical” is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).  

Get your tickets now at https://2tincans-philippines.yapsody.com or message 2TinCans on Facebook or Instagram (@2tincans.ph).

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preview on SEUSSICAL by Repertory Children's Theater

coming August 13 to December 18 of 2011 is a well-loved children's musical good even for the young at heart. Repertory Philippines presents Seussical (Theater for Young Audiences) based on Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who! the musical is inline with Repertory Philippines' anniversary of the Children's Theater that brought us the tales of Beauty and the Beast, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Sleeping Beauty.

Seussical reintroduces to us Dr. Seuss' most-loved characters into the stage. Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty brought to life Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz the Kangaroo and her joey, Mayzie La Bird and a boy named Jojo meeting the world of the Whos. of course, the famous Cat in the Hat joins us in this fantastic show. kids will surely love the presentation as they may have participation in the show.

an extravagant show of music, dance and stage design with morals about a lovable elephant named Horton who finds himself taking care of an invisible world of Whos. discovering their world in a speck of dust. since other creatures don't see what Horton believes, they think he's crazy, knowing elephants have very good thinking abilities and seldom make a mistake. but this one is major! so these creatures teamed up against him for they will be in danger of Horton's misleading information.

Horton's tale teaches us to be kind, to love and to believe in the possibilities of our imagination. Repertory Philippines incorporates bright costumes, stage design, music and grandiose choreography that will let us imagine the world that connected Horton and the Whos.

Repertory Philippines also came up with the contest for the schools. each school is asked to draw what a perfect world would be. any medium may be used. and chosen drawings will be included in the set as the cast sings Solla Sellew. Solla Sellew is Horton's perfect world. and the best drawing will win a special prize from Repertory Philippines.

directed by Ms. Joy Virata, Seussical will be presented at Onstage, Greenbelt 1, Ayala Center, Makati City starting August 13 to December. bring your kids to this wonderful show for something to learn and value about life.

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