Young Talent Wanted for "Newsies Jr." Musical

Talented individuals aged 8-18 years old are welcome to audition for "Newsies Jr." the Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Disney's Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what is right. Additional info: What to Prepare -Vocal Audition (everyone): You will be asked to complete a few vocal exercises as a group. Please prepare the attached song (excerpt from Carrying the Banner). Directors will run it as a group first, then each person will sing it individually. Practice with the rehearsal track. -Vocal Audition (leads): If you would like to be considered for a lead role (Jack Kelly, Davey, Crutchie, Katherine, or Medda), additional audition songs are available at the end of the packet. Please come prepared with one of these songs, in addition to the required song above. You will sing this without accompaniment. -Dance: Be prepared to learn a short dance combination as a group. If you are interested in being part of the featured dance ensemble, please let us know at auditions. There is a LOT of dancing! -Acting: Be prepared to read from any of the attached monologues. Please download the audition packet attached for more information and materials. If interested, please apply.