Young Talent Wanted for Singing Audition "Newsies"
Kids ages 7 and up are invited to audition for "Newsies" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Sister Act) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. Additional info: Please prepare a song for your audition. An accompanist will be available for you to use. No a cappella auditions, please. If you are auditioning for a lead, you are required to sing a song from the show. Note that the participation fee will be involved. Please download the attachment for details and audition material. If interested, please apply.
20 roles
The charismatic leader of the Manhattan newsies, is an orphaned dreamer and artist who yearns to get out of New York and make a better life for himself out West. Fiercely protective of his best friend, Crutchie, and strongly loyal to his friends. Jack has a big heart and can demonstrate a sweet vulnerability – especially when it comes to bantering with Katherine Plumber.
A dedicated newsie with a bum leg that’s painful, but helps sell more papes. Though he/she walks with the assistance of a crutch, Crutchie doesn’t let it define him/her; 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.
Les’s straight-laced, bright older sibling starts selling newspapers to help their family earn a living, but becomes swept up in the fervor of the strike. A leader in their own right who is learning to use their voice to uplift others, Davey is the brains of the resistance.
Davey’s cheeky younger sibling is inspired by the freedom of the newsies and loves their independent lifestyle. A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive saleskid and a pint-sized charmer. They should present as younger than the other newsies.
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. While she generally has no time for cocky, streetwise young men, she makes an exception for Jack Kelly.
The proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies, boasts an intimidating reputation.
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