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Forge Theatre brings high-quality, year-round live theatrical entertainment to Phoenixville

06/21/2026

Meet the Cast of Seussical!

Grace Merryman (The Grinch, Ensemble) who loves Christmas, was very surprised to get the part of the Grinch! She is having fun in this show. Grace was last seen as an elf in Miracle on 34th Street. Also at Forge, she was in Oliver!, Love Loss and What I Wore, Boy Meets Girl, and My Fair Lady. Elsewhere, she was in Jesus Christ Superstar, Carnival, The Jury Room, and The Music Man. Grace loves her job, helping a woman with Cerebral Palsy. She dedicates her performance in memory of her parents, Bob and Anne Breiling, who helped to start Forge Theatre

Grace's favorite book is One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

06/19/2026

Meet the cast of Seussical!

Victoria Stangler (Young Kangaroo, Ensemble) is an actor based in East Norriton, PA, currently honing her craft at the Conservatory of Music and Dance (since 2023). Her résumé proves one thing beyond a doubt: she will play anything. Orphans? ✅️ Evil aunts? ✅️Thieves? ✅️ Festering bald men? Tragically, yes. She has also been a talking bug, a lady in a bubble, and a prisoner trapped inside a teapot (don’t ask—just clap). Victoria loves acting because every role is a new adventure—something weird, something fun, something challenging, and almost always something magical. If it requires commitment, imagination, or pretending to be a furry monster taken down by a dentist, or even... a young sour kangaroo, she’s in.

Victoria's favorite Dr.Seuss book is Green Eggs and Ham.

06/18/2026

Meet the cast of Seussical!
McKenzie Schwimer (Thing 2, Ensemble) is excited to be making her Forge Theatre debut in Seussical.She started her acting journey in second grade as Small Fish in Upper Providence Elementary's production of Finding Nemo. Realizing her love of theater and the arts, McKenzie past role include Pepper (101 Dalmatians) ,Orange Narrator (Winnie the Pooh.) She joined Springer Studios Children's Theater as a narrator in Finding Nemo and ensemble in The Jungle Book. McKenzie currently works with the Main Line Talent agency in King of Prussia.In January of 2026, McKenzie was selected to walk in Atlantic City's Fashion Week last February. She was also invited to attend the International Modeling and Talent Association convention in New York City this summer. She is a red belt in Tang Soo Do karate and likes to read, draw, and play Roblox in her downtime. McKenzie is excited to be working with all the amazing cast members of the Seussical production, as well as the outstanding staff at the Forge Theatre.

Kevin Schwimer (Vlad Vladikoff, Ensemble) is happy to be joining the amazing cast of Seussical as well as the Forge Theatre's outstanding staff. He fell in love with theater while living in Arizona as a patron, and he was very happy to discover the Forge Theatre and other local theaters when moving to the area. This is Kevin's first performance since third grade, when he was a mouse in a production of Cinderella at his elementary school in Staten Island, NY. In 1999, Kevin moved to Arizona, where he carved out a career as a project manager in software development, before moving to Oregon in 2017. Wanting to reconnect with his East Coast roots, Kevin moved to Collegeville, PA, in 2022 with his wife, Wendy, and daughter, McKenzie. He has always thought about joining a local theater production, so the opportunity to join the Seussical team was perfect. In addition to theater, Kevin likes outdoor activities, pickleball, travel, and new experiences. Kevin would like to thank all his castmates and everyone at the Forge Theater for this amazing experience.

06/16/2026

Meet the cast of Seussical!

Jerry Rawson (Mr. Mayor, Ensemble) is excited to be in his first musical at Forge. His last show at Forge was Miracle on 34th Street. He has also had the privilege of appearing at 1st Street Players, Red CornerBenefit, Barley Sheaf Players, and SALT West Chester. When not on stage, Jerry spends his free time with his family, walking his dogs, and brewing his own beer. Many thanks to his family for always supporting his recently found creative outlet; to Melisse for helping him find his voice; to the creative team for giving him the opportunity; and to the cast and crew for their patience and grace

Jerry's favorite Dr.Seuss book is Green Eggs and Ham.

Mackenzie Kilgore (Mrs. Mayor, Ensemble) is thrilled to be back on stage after years of being an enthusiastic audience member. This is the second production she’s been in that explicitly mentions Kalamazoo, Michigan in song (where her parents and grandparents are from!) Big hugs to Sarah, family and friends, cast and crew! Dedicated to her students for reminding her to dare to dream like a kid who hasn’t discovered self-doubt yet.

Mackenzie's favorite Dr.Seuss book is Oh the Places You'll Go!

06/15/2026

Another date added for Kiss me Kate Auditions tonight at 7:00pm bring your best 32 bars of a song in the style of the show and some dancing shoes.
This Cole Porter classic is too hot to miss!

All roles are open!

06/14/2026

Meet the cast of Seussical!
Raz Remaley (General Gengus Khan Schmitz, Yertle the Turtle, Ensemble) is excited to be in his second show at Forge Theatre! He has previously been seen as Martin and Frump in Forge’s Between the Lines. You may have also seen him as Myron in West Chester’s Sideways Stories from a Wayside School or as Orestes in The Eumenides. Shout out to all my butter side uppers.

Raz's favorite Dr.Seuss book is And to Think I Saw It on Mulberry Street

06/12/2026

Meet the cast!
Sarah Kirch (Wickersham Brother, Ensemble) is excited to perform with Forge Theatre for the first time while reprising the role of a Wickersham Brother in Seussical! A few previous credits include Hello, Dolly! (Waiter/Ensemble), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Ensemble), and Godspell (Socrates) among others. Sarah would like to thank her family and friends for their constant love and support as she continues pursuing her passion for performing

Mia Mbuy (Wickersham Brother, Ensemble) has been involved in community theater for well over 30 years. Growing up in the Exton area, she got her start on Barley Sheaf's stage in their production of Fiddler on the Roof in the mid-late 90’s. Since then Mia has made several appearances here at the Forge Theatre, The Center Theater and as far north as the Lehigh Valley. Her most favorite roles have been AIDA in Narbreth’s production of AIDA, Ronnette in Little Shop, the Narrator in Blood Brothers, the Narrator in Joseph…, Ms. Pennywise in Urinetown and Mrs. Latitia Primrose in On the 20th Century and most recently 2 times as Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act at Barley Sheaf and Willow Manor players. Last seen here as Mama Morton in Chicago, by day Mia is a 9th grade World Cultures teacher in Norristown. She also helps run the East Norriton Middle School Drama Club and The Norristown Robotics Program . She would like to thank: Joey and her friends and family for understanding,enjoying and supporting her need for theatre. She would also like to thank her fellow cast members and crew and all the angels that are surrounding and protecting us. And thank you, the community, for helping to keep community Theatre and the Arts going and thriving for our future.

Brittany Murphy (Wickersham Brother, Ensemble) is so happy you're here! Seussical is Brittany's second show at Forge; she was previously seen at the forge as Liz in Chicago! Additionally, she most recently appeared in Godspell with Viviana Theatre in Delco. Dancing since she was 2, Brittany is no stranger to the stage, performing and competing both nationally and internationally. She'd like to thank her family and friends for their support, as well as the directing team for allowing her to have a second go around in the Jungle of Nool! Her performances are dedicated to her 2004 Wickersham inspiration, JP.

06/10/2026

Missed the first Night of Auditions? Dont worry we got you covered.

Night two of Kiss Me Kate Auditions happens tonight.
This show is Too Darn Hot to miss the opportunity to be appart of this cast.

The night begins at 7pm.

What to Prepare

Auditioners should prepare a song in the style of the show - i.e. composer Cole Porter, both R & H(s), Lerner & Loewe. Prepare your best 32 bars
Bring sheet music in the correct key; an accompanist will be provided. No acapella songs
Be prepared for a dance combination; wear appropriate footwear.
Bring a headshot and résumé. (Preferred)

Cast discriptions are on our website under the audition tab. All roles are open.We welcome performers of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels.

Address

241 First Avenue
Phoenixville, PA

Telephone

+16109351920

Website

https://www.forgetheatre.org/

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