"Newsies" Musical Needs Tweens & Teens
Seeking performers ages 10 and above for "Newsies" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Stop the presses! Disney’s Tony award-winning Broadway musical storms the LifeHouse stage! In turn-of-the-century New York City, Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy, and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies,” takes on the titans of publishing. Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story. Additional info: Prior experience is not necessary to audition, so those without a theatrical resume may indicate any performing experience such as church choirs, public speaking, etc. Auditioners should also bring their own sheet music in the preferred key, and be prepared to sing a short selection of about 16 measures. A pianist will be provided but will not be able to transpose any sheet music. Auditions with CDs will not be accepted. Those without sheet music will be asked to sing “Happy Birthday” with the accompanist. “Newsies” opens Saturday, July 8, 2023, at 7:00 PM and will continue on weekends through August 6, 2023. Performances are Fridays at 7:00 PM, Saturdays at 2:00 PM (except Opening Night) and 7:00 PM, and Sundays at 2:00 PM. In addition to the weekend performances, there will be a special weekday performance at 7:00 PM on August 3, 2023. Please see the attachment for details. When applying, please upload a theatrical resume and recent photo or headshot at the link if they have one.
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The charismatic leader of the Manhattan newsies, is an orphaned dreamer and artist who yearns to get out of the crowded streets of New York and make a better life for himself out West. Though living on the streets has given him a tough-guy exterior, Jack has a big heart and can demonstrate a sweet vulnerability – especially when it comes to bantering with a certain female reporter. Must have a great pop tenor voice and sense of physicality. (Vocal Range Bb2-A4)
A dedicated newsie with a bum leg that’s painful, but helps sell more papes. Though he walks with the assistance of a crutch, Crutchie doesn’t let it define him; when in a jam, Jack Kelly’s best friend relies on a goofy-sweet sense of humor and optimistic resilience. Crutchie is the heart of the resistance. Though his movement will suggest his bum leg, Crutchie should still be included in the dance numbers. (Vocal Range C3-A4)
Les’s straight-laced, bright big brother starts selling newspapers to help his family earn a living, but becomes swept up in the fervor of the strike. A leader in his own right who is learning to use his voice to uplift others, Davey is the brains of the resistance. (Vocal Range D3-A4)
Davey’s cheeky younger brother, is inspired by the freedom of the newsies and loves their independent lifestyle. A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive salesboy and a pint-sized charmer. He should present as younger than the other newsies. (Vocal Range Db3-Bb3)
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
Hard-working kids of New York City go on strike for a livable wage.
The proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies, boasts an intimidating reputation and a short singing solo in “Brooklyn’s Here.”
An ambitious young reporter works hard to make a name for herself as a legitimate journalist in a time when women aren’t taken seriously. Quick, funny, and resourceful, she boldly captures the voice of a new generation rising in her coverage of the newsies’ strike. Though she only has a brief dance solo in “King of New York,” Katherine should have a great contemporary pop voice with a high belt – diction is key. (Vocal Range A3-F5)
The upper-class kid of a publisher who sides with the newsies. Can double as a newsie.
The son of William Randolph Hearst who joins the newsies’ cause. Can double as a newsie.
Tough brothers who work at the distribution window for the World, take the side of the publishers in the strike and are known to use their fists to make a point.
Tough brothers who work at the distribution window for the World, take the side of the publishers in the strike and are known to use their fists to make a point.
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