'Seussical the Musical' at Edison Valley Playhouse

Think invisible ink, or a gink with a stink, or Edison Valley Playhouse's production of "Seussical the Musical," which will open this weekend.

This fantastical family musical is based on the books of Dr. Seuss, including favorites like "Horton Hears a Who!", "Horton Hatches the Egg," and "Miss Gertrude McFuzz." Horton, a kindly elephant, hears a noise coming from a speck of dust on a clover and commits himself to protecting it and the Whos who live on it; Jojo, a misfit Who who "doesn't Think normal Thinks," struggles to find his place in the tiny Who society; Gertrude McFuzz tries to catch the attention of her love, the kind and compassionate Horton. Through mishaps and adventures, these unique characters finally find what they seek, their places in their world.

The show stars Michael Drake, Morgan Wambach, Kevin Albanese, Jessica Musolino, Sierra Hunter, Jesse Principale, Josh Cohen, Tiffany Wilson, Ben Simons, James Fasulo, Jesse Simpson, Mandy Crawford, and Sarah Perney. It is directed by Alicia Cordero, musically directed by Kara Wilson, and choreographed by Lindsey Jordon.

The show will run at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays December 4-19 and at 2 p.m. December 13. Tickets cost $20 per adult and $15 per student or senior citizen.

To reserve tickets for pickup and payment the night of the show, call (908)755-4654 and leave a message stating your name, the night of the show you wish to attend, and how many tickets you wish to purchase. There will only be a return call if there is a problem with the reservation. To reserve and pay for tickets online, click here. Edison Valley Playhouse is located at 2196 Oak Tree Road, Edison.