Casting Teenagers for "Newsies" the Musical

The company is holding auditions for the "Newsies" Show. Looking for teen performers. 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: Rehearsals begin – Monday, January 27, 2025 Rehearsals will GENERALLY be Mondays thru Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm. & Sundays 2:00-5:00 pm Production Dates – March 28 thru April 13, 2025 Fridays at 7:30 pm and Saturdays/Sundays at 2:00 pm. Come prepared with 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Bring sheet music in the proper key. An accompanist will play for all auditioners. Bring a detailed list of your conflicts beginning January 27, 2025. This includes any school or work activities/events, sports activities/events, and classes that would cause a missed scheduled rehearsal. All cast members must be available for tech week (March 23-27) and ALL performances Please bring a headshot (a school picture or snapshot will do) Résumés will be accepted (not required) Please apply if interested.