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Sunday, October 11, 2009

Weekend: Arts Partnership to present Youtheatre show 'Seussical Jr.'
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The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County will present Youtheatre's production of the musical, "Seussical Jr.," Oct. 16-18 at First Presbyterian Church, 2330 S. Main St.

The show will be held in the Great Room at the church. Show times are 7 p.m. Oct. 16-17 and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 18.

Based on the works of Dr. Seuss, the production features the music of Stephen Flaherty and the lyrics of Lynn Ahrens. Music supervision, adaptation and production are by Bryan Louiselle.

The story centers around Horton the Elephant, who finds himself faced with a double challenge -- not only must he protect his tiny friend Jojo (and all the invisible Whos) from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie LaBird.

Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, his friend, the courageous Gertrude McFuzz, never loses faith in him. She is the only one who recognizes his kind and powerful heart.

Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.

Nearly 50 local youth in grades six through 12 are involved in the "Seussical Jr." cast and technical crew. Students involved in the production represent 10 area schools and home schools.

Cast and crew members include Erin Bloomfield, Aaron Boehm, Noah Byam, Amanda Campbell, Stephen Christiansen, Stephanie Christopher, Alaina Counts, Isaac Dryden, Cord Elliott, Ben Foster, Emily Foster, Gracie Foster, Bethany Giedeman, Brittany Hrach, Zöe Houdeshell, Victoria Hunteman, Lena Kennedy, Brandon Lundeen, Rachel Lundeen, Courtney Markley, J.J. Markley, Britney McIntosh, Devony Miller, Katherine Munoz, Natalie Phister, Sarah Pulcheon, Rachael Rackley, Bree Richards, Megan Ricketts, Mara Sansalone, Bethany Schrock, David Shane, Paige Shane, Tristen Spahr, Autumn Spitler, Zachary Stahl, Story Strathman, Lydia Stump, Micarah Tewers, Mara Wallace, Lucy Wagner, Anna Wank, Chelsea Whikehart, Emma Whipkey and Alex Zerby.

The production is co-directed by Julie Lane (choreography) and Lindsay Taylor (music direction). Merv Schrock is technical director, Jeanne McCaffrey is costume designer and Peggy Grandbois is producer.

The show is produced through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, which supplies all authorized performance materials.

Advance ticket prices are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for students. Discount prices for members of the Arts Partnership are $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $4 for students.

A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $12, based upon availability. All seats are general admission.

Ticket sales from this production support educational programs offered by The Arts Partnership each year.

For more information or to purchase tickets, contact The Arts Partnership box office at 419-422-4624 or visit www.artspartnership.com. The Arts Partnership is located at 618 S. Main St. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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