"Newsies Jr." The Musical Production Seeks Kids

The charismatic leader of the Manhattan newsies. A dreamer who rallies the newsies to stand up for what’s right.

Jack’s best friend, a newsie with a leg injury who walks with a crutch. Optimistic, sweet, and deeply loyal.

A new newsie who joins the group with his younger sibling, Les. Smart, level-headed, and quickly becomes a strong voice in the strike.

Davey’s younger sibling. Energetic, enthusiastic, and loves the excitement of being a newsie.

A smart, witty reporter determined to make a name for herself. She forms a bond with Jack and helps rally support for the strike.

A powerful and demanding newspaper publisher who raises the price of papers at the newsies’ expense. The show’s main antagonist.

A bold and entertaining vaudeville performer who offers the newsies a safe haven. A strong, warm presence.

The strict and shady head of The Refuge, a juvenile detention center. Acts as an additional antagonist.

Editor at the World. Offers a quiet sense of fairness in contrast to Pulitzer.

Pulitzer’s bookkeeper. Helps devise the plan to increase newspaper prices.

Pulitzer’s loyal secretary. Efficient, witty, and slightly sympathetic to the newsies.

A young photographer working with Katherine to report on the strike.

A friend of Katherine’s whose family owns the New York Journal. Helps the newsies print their own paper.

Another of Katherine’s upper-class friends who supports the cause.

Medda’s stage manager. A small role with comedic timing.

Three newsies who are hesitant to join the strike. Brief solo moments.