Dance Opportunities for Kids in "Newsies" Show
Kids dance opportunities available for "Newsies" Show. See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Newsies: The Musical is a musical based on the 1992 musical film Newsies, which in turn was inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899 in New York City. The show has music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and a book by Harvey Fierstein based on film's screenplay by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White. The musical premiered at the Paper Mill Playhouse in 2011 and made its Broadway debut in 2012, where it played for more than 1,000 performances before touring. It's New York City, 1899. Jack Kelly and his ragtag team of newsboys make a meager living selling newspapers on the city streets. But when the prices of “papes” are hiked and the newsies are hung out to dry, there is nothing left to do but “open the gates and seize the day!” Led by charismatic Jack and independent, young newspaper reporter Katherine Plummer, the Newsies form a union and organize a strike against the greedy publisher of the New York World. Can a group of idealistic newsboys win against a foe as powerful as acclaimed publisher Joseph Pulitzer? Inspired by the true story of the 1899 Newsboys Strike, Newsies is an ebullient, joyful, and entertaining musical capturing the strength that young people have when they join together and stand up against injustice. With a funny, poignant book and stunning music -- including the show-stopping "Seize the Day," power ballad “Santa Fe” and lovely new songs like Katherine’s “Watch What Happens -- Newsies is a classic with the power to inspire. Additional info: Please note: there is a production fee applied. Jazz/Musical Theatre - Carryin’ the BannerJazz/Musical Theatre - Seize the Day Tap - King of New York *All auditionees will need to show all 3 combos Call Backs Saturday, May 10th, 2 pm - 5 pm Performances July 25th @ 7pm July 26th @ 2pm & 7pm July 27th @ 3pm If you are interested please apply.
33 roles
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. Fiercely protective of his best friend, Crutchie, and strongly loyal, Jack isn’t afraid to use his voice to attain better conditions for the working kids of New York City. Tenor: Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2
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. A thinker; raised in a home as opposed to the other Newsies, Davey is the book-smart counterpoint to the other boys; the voice of reason; a nice Jewish boy. Tenor: Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: D3
A dedicated newsie with a bum leg that’s painful, but helps sell more papes. Though he walks with the assistance of a crutch due to a bad leg, 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. Right in the middle of any mischief; a real charmer. Tenor: Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: C3
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 read as much younger than the other newsies. Sings solo, many lines, featured dancer. Tenor: Vocal range top: Bb3 Vocal range bottom: Db3
The strong-willed daughter of Pulitzer; this young lady drips smarts, opinions, and confidence; 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,” Mezzo-Soprano: Vocal range top: F5; Vocal range bottom: A3
The proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies, boasts an intimidating reputation. Think Mighty Mouse, should have an incredible presence. Has a short singing solo in “Brooklyn’s Here.”/Tenor: One solo, some lines, featured dancer.
The son of William Randolph Hearst (Bill) and the upper-class kid of a publisher (Darcy) join the newsies' cause. They help Katherine break in to use the basement printing press to print the newsies’ paper. Can double as a Newsie. Some lines, some dance.
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. These roles require two performers who work together well with good comic timing, but can also be physically intimidating. Although they do not dance, these roles still require a strong physical performance with excellent self-control for stage combat sequences. Several lines, no dance, stage combat.
Character's Gender: Can be a male or female character. An editor at "The World" who advises Pulitzer, but also admires the newsies’ paper. Small solo, some lines, limited dance.
Takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of “Seize the Day.” This performer will double in other roles. Sings ensemble, limited dance.
A newspaper customer. Speaking role.
These are small groups with 8-10 featured in each ensemble. Additional features in dance, solos, and lines will be cast from among the ensembles.
Spot Conlon’s gang, the Brooklyn newsies are feared, admired, and respected by the other newsies city-wide. When they add their support to the strike in their feature number Brooklyn’s Here, they cause a waterfall effect that brings every other newsie in the city on board. Sing ensemble, Dance feature
Three Newsies from other boroughs brought in to “break” the strike. They are hesitant, and instead they throw down their papers and become new members of Jack Kelly’s gang. Sing ensemble, some dance, some stage combat.
Larger ensembles—most performers may be a member of at least one of these groups.
Thugs that are hired to join the Delanceys to rough up the newsies. Students in these roles must demonstrate excellent physical self control and strong physical acting. Stage Combat.
Newsies from every other corner of the city that assemble to join the strike. Sing ensemble, dance.
Newsies from every other corner of the city that assemble to join the strike. Sing ensemble, dance.
Newsies from every other corner of the city that assemble to join the strike. Sing ensemble, dance.
Newsies from every other corner of the city that assemble to join the strike. Sing ensemble, dance.
Newsies from every other corner of the city that assemble to join the strike. Sing ensemble, dance.
Other kids who are incarcerated at the Refuge along with Crutchie. Physical performance.
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