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The cast of WIU SummerStage rehearses Seussical: The Musical ahead of performances July 17-18 in Hainline Theatre.
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Horton, the Cat in the Hat and other beloved Dr. Seuss characters come to life in WIU SummerStage's production of Seussical: The Musical.
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WIU SummerStage Presents Seussical: The Musical

July 14, 2026

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MACOMB, IL – Western Illinois University SummerStage will present "Seussical: The Musical" Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, in Hainline Theatre.

Based on the works of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss), "Seussical: The Musical" features a book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. The production is directed by Meagan Morrow with musical direction by Ethan Ivey.

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 17 and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18.

Seussical follows Horton the Elephant on a quest to protect an invisible speck of dust and an abandoned egg, delivering the message that "a person's a person, no matter how small." Guided by the Cat in the Hat, the story travels through the Jungle of Nool, Whoville and the Circus McGurkus, bringing together many of Dr. Seuss' best-known characters and stories.

SummerStage continues a long-standing summer theatre tradition at WIU, building on the legacy of the University's Summer Music Theatre program. The annual production brings together professional artists, students and community members to collaborate, gain performance experience and share the stage.

Tickets are $25 for general admission and $20 for seniors and students. Tickets are available at westernpresents.com, by calling (309) 298-2900 or by visiting the WIU Box Office in the Hainline Theatre lobby.

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