Youth Theatre Northwest will continue its School Season with a musical extravaganza “Seussical Jr.” from Jan. 22 through Feb. 22.

Based on Dr. Seuss’s beloved books, favorite characters come to life in this uplifting and hilarious musical. “Seussical Jr.” is directed by Kim Douthit with musical direction by Nikki Delmarter. All performances will be held in the auditorium of the Stroum Jewish Community Center, located at 3801 E. Mercer Way on Mercer Island.

In this production, Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life. Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the feline narrator (in a very large hat) tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. The story takes off and away when Horton is also called upon to guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care.

Seussical is best for ages 5 and up.

Performances will begin at 7 p.m. on Jan. 22, 23, 29 and 30; 2 p.m. on Jan. 23, 24, 30, 31 and Feb. 7. There will also be an 11 a.m. showing on Feb. 6.

On Jan. 23, the theatre will offer “pay what you can” showings and there is no show scheduled for Feb. 5.

Ticket prices are $15-$17. Tickets may be purchased in advance at www.YouthTheatre.org, by calling 206-232-4145, ext. 109 or at the performance.