The musical was performed at the Old Globe Theatre, in San Diego, where it has run every Christmas season since 1998. The Old Globe production was directed by Jack O'Brien. This version featured songs from the television special, which had music by Albert Hague and lyrics by Seuss. A then-unknown Vanessa Hudgens played Cindy Lou Who (from 1998 to 1999). The original cast also featured Guy Paul as The Grinch, Don Lee Sparks as Old Max, and Rusty Ross as Young Max. Notable subsequent Grinches at the Old Globe include Jay Goede, Steve Blanchard, Jeff Skowron, and Andrew Polec. Notable actors who have played Old Max include Ken Page, Steve Gunderson, and John Treacy Egan.
