Seeking Kids for "Newsies" Musical

Kids ages 8-13 years old are welcome to audition for the "Newsies" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: It's time to carry the banner on your stage with Disney's Newsies! 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! Rate: Youth performers will be issued 6 comp tickets to be used by their families during the show run. Additional info: Prepare 60-90 seconds of a song of your choice that demonstrates your vocal range. Songs reminiscent of the show(s) are especially encouraged. An accompanist and Bluetooth speaker will be provided. A cappella auditions, though allowed, are discouraged. Callbacks: Sunday, April 13; 1:00 pm (Schedule TBD) Callbacks will include a group dance call that will be taught that day and vocals/scenework for the characters of Les, Spot, and others. Rehearsals: Rehearsals will begin the week of May 11th. Youth rehearsals will primarily be held from 6:00-8:00 pm 2-3 days a week through the end of May. Starting June 1 participants will join for full cast rehearsals following a Sunday-Thursday, 6:00-10:00 pm schedule. No rehearsal on Sunday, May 25. Tech rehearsals begin Sunday, June 15. Rehearsals will be held at Stage West Studio and at The Lights. Performances: June 22-26 & 29- July 3 at 7:30 pm. If interested, please apply.