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CAU Community Players present "Seussical Jr." this weekend at UCPAC

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 07/14/2026

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- CAU Community Players present their 15th Anniversary show, Seussical Jr., at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) from July 17-19, 2026. This is a vibrant, family-friendly musical that brings the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to life on stage.

Featuring beloved characters like Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and Gertrude McFuzz, the story weaves together multiple Seuss tales into a heartwarming adventure about friendship, loyalty, and the power of imagination. With catchy songs, colorful storytelling, and a message that “a person’s a person, no matter how small,” it’s a joyful theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.

Performances take place Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 at 7:00pm and Sunday, July 19 at 2:00pm. Tickets are $20 and available for purchase online. Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) is located at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway, New Jersey.

Established in 2012, The CAU Community Players are a theatre troupe that brings together actors of all abilities to experience the magic of theater and collaborate for a performance like no other.

Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering comedy, concerts, and more at two venues: UCPAC’s historic Main Stage and UCPAC’s modern Hamilton Stage. Located in Rahway, New Jersey, and built in 1928, it is listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places. UCPAC is the perfect setting for an evening of great entertainment.




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