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The Cat in the Hat
 Based on the Book by Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss)
Originally Produced by The National Theatre of Great Britain
Adapted & Originally Directed by Katie Mitchell

Presented by The University of Central Missouri

Press

"UCM's Cat in the Hat burts with whimsy and controlled chaos"​​

 

"Director Jenise Cook implemented a Lecoq-inspired physicality, pushing students to explore clowning and movement based storytelling; this gave the show its punchy, fast-paced theatricality."

-KCConcerts

"Seuss on the Stage"​​

-Muleskinner

"UCM Theatre & Dance to Offer Family Fun with 'Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat'"​​

-UCM University News

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"The Cat in the Hat "received numerous Meritorious Awards from the American College Regional Theatre Festival including

Creating a Safe Space for Fantastic Collaboration

Ensemble Performance ​

Production Photos

Photos by Andrew Mather, 2025

Cast: Mason Enright, Allie Whitbey, Madison Keep, Avory Nail, Elizabeth Molina, Emma Stevens

Creative Team

Direction: Jenise Cook
Assistant Director: Cami Wieberg
Lighting Design: Alice Combs
Assistant Lighting Design: Brody LeFrantz
Sound Design: Alice Combs
Set Design: Powell Brumm
Costume Design: Cassie K. Hoppas
Assistant Costume Designer: Emma Stevens
Hair & Makeup Design: Cassie K. Hoppas
Props Design: Spencer Musser

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