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Seussical
01 April @ 12.00am to 04 April @ 12.00am
About Seussical
The Award–Winning Reading Operatic Society is privileged to return to The Kenton Theatre with the Creative Team of Nicky Jaggar–Ryan, Caroline Webb and Mark Webb for a special fun filled Easter treat for the whole family.
‘Seussical’ is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza, which tells the story of Dr. Seuss’s favourite characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie LaBird, and a child with a big imagination – Jojo.
The colourful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos as Horton discovers a speck of dust containing 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 to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping, and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude never loses faith in him.
Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephn Flaherty and Eric Idle
Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International
All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI
www.mtishows.co.uk
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
Adult – £24.75
Senior, Students and U16 – £18.00
Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy
Dates & times:
Wednesday 01 to Saturday 04 April 2026
Wednesday and Thursday at 7.30pm
Friday and Saturday at 2.00pm and 7.00pm
Running time:
2 hours 30 minutes
About Kenton Theatre
Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.
The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.
The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.
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