These performers must have strong singing voices and an ability to hold their melody while other performers sing counterpoint. The Tony Award-winning musical features fan-favorites like Carrying the Banner, King of New York and Seize the Day. Newsies is a winning, high-energy musical (Entertainment Weekly) just in time for the holidays and perfect for the whole family. She was featured in the documentary, The Road to Allegiance, and conducted the Broadway cast album and feature film. The next morning, the newsies are outraged to learn that Pulitzer has raised the price of newspapers. Performances dedicated to Liz. National tour credits include: Finding Neverland and Cinderella. Jennifer_Bolcato Teacher. However, the price for the papers was actually raised from 50 cents to 60 cents, * At the height of the strike, on July 24, 1899, the Newsboys Union held a massive rally at the New Irving Theatre, a vaudeville venue on the, * Newsies began as a film. Josiah would like to thank his family and friends, Mr. Dave, Shirley Grant Management, Miss Badiene, Miss Kim, Justin and all his Bleu teachers and God for this opportunity. He had found himself in Manhattan trying to escape his house. EMRE OCAK (Mush /Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his Arena Stage debut in Newsies. Tom can be seen in season 4 of Netflixs House of Cards and is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. That said, please do consider a character's education/upbringing/class when deciding how to voice them, because that will definitely affect the way that they speak (grammar, articulation, etc)! 21 terms. 11. Booking Until 30/07/2023. Television: NCIS: Los Angeles. Newsies recouped its initial investment of $5M in seven months, becoming the fastest of any Disney musical on Broadway to turn a profit. A musical based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White, is thrilled to be performing at the Arena Stage for the first time! In the film, Christian Bale and the rest of the cast went through two months of musical boot camp, where they spent hours each day learning singing, dancing, gymnastics, martial arts, and speaking in New York dialects, on top of their regular schooling. The next day, only a small group of newsies has gathered at Newsie Square to strike. In 32 seasons with Shakespeare Theatre Company, his over 70 roles include Helen Hayes turns inHenry IV,Richard IIandMacbeth. Film/TV credits includeHouse of Cards, TURN: Washington's Spies,Die Hard 2,Striking Distanceand narrations for Discovery Channel and PBS. He was very comfortable and content with his life. TV credits include National GeographicsElemental: Hydrogen vs. Hindenburg. She offers private coaching/workshop development and is a VASTA member. ; Lt. Horstmayer in Silent Night; Diesel in West Side Story; and King Edoardo III in Lassedio di Calais (GGF). Now my theory of why we have never heard about this character is because they replace him with kid blink, who is a character that exists but does not show up on the character list. Will had kept his burnt arm wrapped and the burns had turned to scars, but he kept it covered. You should definitely soak in as much as you can - start by listening to the Soundtrack, and then watch the Broadway production! Editor, advises Pulitzer, but ultimately admires the kids newspaper. Josiah Smothers (Les) in Disneys 'Newsies' running November 1 through December 29, 2019 at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. 151 terms. On Broadway she was the music director and conductor for Allegiance: A New Musical starring Lea Salonga, George Takei and Telly Leung. * Producers announced in August 2012 that due to his commitments withNBC'sSmash, leading man Jordan would leave the musical. This is an option you may select during the registration process online. He never thought anything of them, until one day he found himself alone in an alley one night trying to find some food, when a pair of brothers came up to him. THOMAS ADRIAN SIMPSON (Wiesel / Mr. Jacobi / Mayor / Ensemble / Joseph Pulitzer u/s) returns to Arena Stage where he was most recently seen in Anything Goes and Dave. Newsies Role Descriptions About the accents: Students who watch the movie or listen to the Broadway soundtrack will notice that many characters speak . BRIDGET RILEY . Previous productions there include The Shoplifters, Sovereignty and Anything Goes. Anita trained and taught at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, was on the faculty at Webster University in St. Louis, headed the theater department at the University of Alaska Southeast and was the associate artistic director of Perseverance Theater in Juneau, Alaska where she directed 21 mainstage productions. stream The songs "My Lovey Dovey Baby" and "High Times Hard Times" were removed and replaced by the singular song "That's Rich", which is performed by the same character, Medda Larkin, while the remaining songs were rewritten to fit the changes in the storyline between the film and the musical. Daniels designs have been heard at numerous New York theatres, including The Public, Roundabout, City Center, 59E59, Atlantic, Prospect and HERE. Josiah would like to thank his family and friends, Mr. Dave, Shirley Grant Management, Miss Badiene, Miss Kim, Justin and all his Bleu teachers and God for this opportunity. endobj Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Running Time 2h30, inc. interval. Inspired by true events, the Broadway smash hit is a testament to the power of standing up and speaking out. Recent theater credits include Les Miserables (Eponine), Modern Day Martyrdom (at Fuerza Fest NYC), and The Wild Party (Oscar D'Armano). 5 0 obj Regional theatre credits include Music Theatre Wichita, Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Fulton Theatre, Casa Maana, Westchester Broadway, Lyric OKC and The Gateway. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Photo by Margot Schulman. Pulitzers bookkeeper who helps Pulitzer come up with the idea to raise the newsies price per paper. Erin Weaver (Katherine) in Disneys 'Newsies' running November 1 through December 29, 2019 at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. The son of William Randolph Hearst who joins the newsies' cause. His most recent credits include: Guys and Dolls and Paint Your Wagon (MUNY); and A Funny Thing HappenedForum (Gulfshore Playhouse). Follow Matos journey into his next gig as he makes his broadway debut with the company of Diana at the Longacre Theater this Winter! Gender: both Character Age: 10 to 20 Emre is 16 years old and is trained in ballet, contemporary, musical theater, acrobatics, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip hop and improvisational dance. His design for the international hit The Overcoat won him several awards. HOCHI ASIATICO (Artist, Designer, Costume Painter) supplies beautiful fabrics and distressed costumes for musicals and plays. In an innovative and brand-new production, Newsies is based on the book by Harvey Fierstein, with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Jack Feldman. Sings solo, many lines, some dancing, stage combat. He had found himself in Manhattan trying to escape his house. Redford, it starredChristian Bale,David Moscow,Bill Pullman,Robert DuvallandAnn-Margret. Since the play rights for newsies has come out, many people have seen the character list and see a certain name they have never heard, Splasher. Seitz qp ~(Pp|5aZb|mk\6(#DINEF6V3v>VwkQm:B=;8 Take a plunge into the world of Finding Nemo JR. - now available for licensing! Photo of Daniel J. Maldonado and Erin Weaver by Margot Schulman. NEWSIES is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Performers in these roles must create unique and specific characters with physical and vocal details that distinguish them from the other newsies. Love and appreciation to the Universe, Clear Talent Group, David, Xander, her family and everything to Steve. Right in the middle of any mischief; a real charmer. Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike when he doesnt have any paying customers, that is. She can also be seen in the upcoming movie Clifford the Big Red Dog coming to theaters in 2020. These roles require two performers who work together well with good comic timing, but can also be physically intimidating. Proud member of AEA & SAG-AFTRA. He is a four-time Helen Hayes Award-winner and 16-time nominee. >> /Font << /TT4 11 0 R /TT1 8 0 R /TT2 9 0 R >> /XObject << /Im2 14 0 R /Im1 Kens awards include a Gemini (Best Production Design/film The Overcoat), four Dora Mavor Moore Awards (Toronto) and 17 Jessie Awards (Vancouver). Though living on the streets has given him a tough-guy exterior, Jack has a big heart and can demonstrate a sweet vulnerability especially when it comes to bantering with a certain female reporter. . They decided to beat him up and would have killed him, but a couple of Newsies came in and saw what happened. The editor of theWorldwhoadvises Pulitzer, but ultimately admires the kids newspaper. A leader in his own right who is learning to use his voice to uplift others, Davey is the brains of the resistance. The Guard removes the newsies from Pulitzers building. Wyn holds a BFA in Theatre from TCU in Fort Worth, TX. With a funny, poignant book and stunning music -- including the show-stopping "Seize the Day," power ballad Santa Fe and lovely new songs like Katherines Watch What Happens --Newsiesis a classic with the power to inspire. Gender: any Age: 10 to 20 Spot Conlon It was also confirmed that newcomerCorey Cottwould be his replacement. They haul Crutchie away to the dreaded Refuge. He has designed over 100 shows with his partner, Morris Panych (director and playwright), from Vigil (starring Olympia Dukakis / Mark Taper Forum and ACT) to 7 Stories across Canada. Television credits include K-REX, This is Life Live, Copycat Killers and Love Gone Wrong. He was very comfortable and content with his life. is a four-time Tony Award winning writer and actor. We do offer some financial assistance to those who need it (see below) and we can offer a payment plan for those who require that as well. Newsies The Musicalpremiered at thePaper Mill PlayhouseinMillburn, New Jerseyon September 25, 2011. Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike when he doesnt have any paying customers, that is. It's the rousing tale of a ragged band of teenage newspaper sellers . from now on, we trust no one but the newsies. Thugs that are hired to join the Delanceys to rough up the newsies. Newsies - Musical. Awards and breakable in NYC. Tour credits include: 3 Mo Divas, Smokey Joes Caf (BJ). The crooked and sinister warden of The Refuge, a filthy and horrible orphanage, is concerned only with catching enough kids to keep his government checks coming. Oscar delancey newsies lines. Follow him on Instagram: @itsjosiahsmothers, as part of the National Civil War Project, and has been an associate director, text director, and vocal/dialect coach on multiple other productions. Spot Conlons gang, the Brooklyn newsies are feared, admired, and respected by the other newsies city-wide. Additional D.C. credits includeA Midsummer Nights DreamandRosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead(Folger Theatre);Angels in America: Parts 1 and 2(Round House); andThe Arsonists,&Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play(Woolly Mammoth). << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> To your friends, I won't be so kind. The Broadway cast recording was released on iTunes in 2012, fromGhostlight Records. A pompous businessman through and through, owns the World and is concerned solely with the bottom line. Cheyblaine Plus. )P8O%VX@XD[(+(8YO endstream endobj 36 0 obj <>stream Jack Kelly and his ragtag team of newsboys make a meager living selling newspapers on the city streets. www.mtishows.com The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. Christian was awarded second prize in the prestigious Lotte Lenya Vocal Competition in 2018 and was a finalist in the American Traditions Vocal Competition in 2019. in Conducting from the University of New Hampshire. " MTI Newsies Production Handbook, Casting, Page 22 Specs is an ensemble newsie. Feel free to follow these tracks or expand as your resources allow. He is also a member of Chloe and Maud Arnolds Jr Tap Company. 626 Because the characters in the story can be portrayed as coming from a variety of places in America and beyond, we will decide on each characters voice (including accent) once the roles are cast. Photo by Margot Schulman. Kelli has performed on Broadway in Anastasia and in the Lincoln Center Theater revival of The King and I. Newsies: The Musicalis amusicalbased on the 1992 musical filmNewsies, which in turn was inspired by the real-lifeNewsboys Strike of 1899inNew York City. "Newsies" became a professional stage musical in 2011, in part because, as Ortega learned, high schools all over America had been producing their own unsanctioned stage versions of the film, without paying Disney any royalties. Regional: Torgus, Torgus & Snow (SigWorks); Mime, Bread (Spooky Action/Kennedy center Page-to-Stage); Cherry, Cherry Smoke (LA Premiere, Lucky Mellon Collective); Avery, Rapture, Blister, Burn (u/s Geffen); Lady Mortimer, Henry IV Part 1 (Antaeus); Minnie Fay, The Matchmaker (Utah Shakes); Ariel double, The Little Mermaid (TUTS/McCoy Rigby tour); Judy Haynes, White Christmas; Josie, Yankee Doodle Dandy (Musical Theatre West). TV: The Americans, Dietland. Anita traveled extensively with the artist-in-schools program in Alaska, working primarily with indigenous populations within the context of traditional villages. Today, we're cele, Music Theatre International (Australasia). Character's Gender: Male Takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of Seize the Day.. * The original cast of the Broadway production featuredJeremy Jordanas Jack Kelly andJohn Dossettas newspaper tycoonJoseph Pulitzer. Prompted by Davey, the newsies decide to form a union and strike ("The World Will Know"). Instagram: @jo_shortstack Website: JoeMontoyaOfficial.com. _h)Zvu5WZq53' This is the story I wrote about the rally. Instagram: @matthewddavies www.matthewddavies.com, JAVIER DEL PILAR (Bunsen / Stage Manager / Ensemble) last appeared at Arena Stage in Native Gardens. Based on his/her attributes, we recommend you consider these audition pieces! New York Off-Broadway credits include:The Scarlet Letter and Freckleface. juliasbailey Plus. Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Jo Jo, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, and Tommy Boy. << /Length 15 0 R /Type /XObject /Subtype /Image /Width 1250 /Height 298 /Interpolate DENTON: You are, Les. Jack Kelly. Hed like to thank his friends and family for their unconditional love and support. And a huge thank you to Mom, Dad, family, friends and Shelly for all the love and support. He is grateful to the team for their trust, for the company they let him keep and to and for Caroline, his wife. The next morning, having read the Newsies Banner, Pulitzer is furious at the newsies' attempt to thwart him. He works for City Center Encores!, Radio City Rockettes, Roundabout Theatre, Manhattan Theatre Club, Atlantic Theater, Irish Rep and Primary Stages, among others. She was awarded honorary doctorates from American University and Towson University. It's New York City, 1899. <> The three nuns offer breakfast to the hungry newsies. Character's Gender: Can bea male or female character. He should present as younger than the other newsies. * In 2017, on the 25th anniversary of the original film's theatrical release, it was announced the filmed stage production would be released for digital download. She was last seen in The Book of Mormon (Broadway). The Newsies (Males & Females | Ages 10 - 25): Including Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Ike, Jo Jo, Mike, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, Splasher, and Tommy Boy, are some of the hard-working kids of New York City that go on strike for a livable wage. Film credits include:Something Borrowed and East of Adin.TV credits include:Nurse Jackie andPrimal Instinct.Concerts include: Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops Symphony Orchestra, Ted Shawn Theatre and Jacob's Pillow. Bunsen Lines newsies. Splasher was born in Brooklyn where he lived a middle class life with his mother, father and younger brother. Takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of Seize the Day. This performer will double in other roles. Meanwhile, Joseph Pulitzer, the publisher of the World, vows to fight declining circulation of the newspaper. Film:Little Shop Of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, Newsies, Aladdin, Pocahontas, The Hunchback Of Notre Dame, Hercules, Life With Mikey, Lincoln, Home On The Range, Noel, Enchanted, Shaggy Dog, TangledandMirror Mirror. I don't own this video or song, it belongs to the original owners and creators of Newsies (2017) and the original broadway musical.YA FANCY CLAM WITH DA POYL. They chased away the Delanceys and brought back an unconscious boy back with them. Photo of Daniel J. Maldonado and Joe Montoya by Margot Schulman. A pompous businessman through and through, owns "The World" (a major NY newspaper) and is concerned solely with the bottom line. Photo by Margot Schulman. anneeporshe. Away from the others, Jack Kelly shares his dream for a better life out west with his best friend, Crutchie ("Santa Fe - Prologue"). View Mobile Site Teaching (USA and UK): University of Maryland: TDPS (Assistant Professor, Voice, Speech, and Acting); CalArts; Stella Adler Academy; RADA; Royal Welsh; Royal Central; University of Washington (PATP MFA); University of Minnesota (Guthrie BFA). i[3If!Q8j]J}Iq`W;,,xfFE%Th?h J[G" FbQuDL'j.Wl'U>.uODY|8S|AuAGr/R|[w~Kz$ Y^4. !w-5?,us^_.NVX "H8+BU,EjNoPJ@ (%. Photo by Margot Schulman. Les Jacobs. These working kids can be pulled from your larger newsie ensemble. endobj Instagram: @michaeljohnhugs. A seven-time Helen Hayes Award-winner, some of Erins favorite roles locally include Mona Juul in Oslo, Nell Gwynn in Or (Helen Hayes Award) and Deb inOrdinary Days(Helen Hayes Award) at Round House Theatre;Marianne in Sense & Sensibility (Helen Hayes Award, Best Ensemble) and Thomasina inArcadia(Helen Hayes Award) at the Folger Theatre; Amy in Company(Helen Hayes Award), Kathy in The Last Five Years and Kira in Xanadu at Signature Theatre; Jane inMeJane: The Dreams & Adventures of Young Jane Goodallat The Kennedy Center;and Sally inYoure A Good Man, Charlie Brownat Imagination Stage. Previously at the Fulton: Brigadoon, Hello Dolly!, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, A Chorus Line, Joseph, Newsies, Guys and Dolls (choreographer). She has coached dialects for the Kennedy Center, the Washington National Opera, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Portland Center Stage and the Broadway revival ofRagtime. ww`-PeHh0T[AFN-dax_460*3PB n:87QKPWG uYNF8&LFe7Efpvxd02GD$U-- '_F.MHjS#==TOSL:b2p}"=yqwScrk[:;[SAs>sVjggc>Q(eAO@{M 4h7/Rs{(J0e5WDo'Nc lii/5c5Kg[Gn(._RGtb@ 6`Pe[#EXc}/:=b5 l"Bv]~i JOsE:w|C,T& s$ 5)/?6hUH8tv&0hW=qzCp!5X# 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. Newsies Jr.is presented through special arrangement withMusic Theatre International (MTIShows). 21 terms. newsies splasher lines. The crooked and sinister warden of The Refuge, a filthy and horrible orphanage, is concerned only with catching enough kids to keep his government checks coming. <>>> Awards: 8 Oscars (19 nominations), 11 Grammys (including Song of the Year) , 7 Golden Globes, Tony (plus 4 nominations), Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, New York Drama Critics, Olivier and Londons Evening Standard Award, Drama League. He opened he told them that he loved the water and had learned in his childhood and from then on he was Splasher. Learn more about Gala Pro. * Also omitted was the solo for "Patrick's Mother.". Photo by Suzanne Blue Star Boy. Katherine and her photographer Darcyarrive just in time to snap a triumphant photo. At first the newsies think the cops are there to help them, but the police join the fight on the Snyders side and begin arresting newsies and taking them away. Theyintimidate the newsies and arrest Crutchie. This production was later transferred to Broadway with several changes in the music and actors. KEN MACDONALD (Set Designer) is so happy to be working again with Molly and the amazing people at Arena Stage. Tuition Payments must be made in one payment at the time of registration. The Alaska Native-inspired production ofMacbeththat Anita conceived and directed was performed in English and Tlingit at the National Museum of the American Indian as part of the Shakespeare in Washington Festival. The lyrics to Santa Fe are changed to compensate for this change. Then he will design This London Life with The Grand Theatre. She has shared the stage with The American Pops Orchestra in You Spin Me Round at the GW Lisner Auditorium, and the contemporary dance company, marInspired; the storytellers, in the Capezio A.C.E. She is a graduate of Fordham University with a BFA in Dance. We get Jack out of the Refuge tonight. Benisbopper. His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. Regional credits includeGuthrie Theater (Minneapolis), The 5th Avenue (Seattle), The Road Theatre Company and Theatricum Botanicum (Los Angeles). stream Get in touch @mc.hewitt (IG) and at www.michaelhewitt.com. Letter From the Refuge now appears in the current version of the show that is licensed to theatre companies. JENNY MALE (Fight and Intimacy Consultant) is a certified teacher with the Society of American Fight Directors and a certified intimacy director with Intimacy Directors International. WYN DELANO (Snyder / Ensemble) is making his Arena Stage debut in Newsies. They gather at the New York World's distribution wagon, where they pick up their daily stacks of papers from Wieseland his goons, Oscar and Morris Delancey. If you have any questions about this please contact us:finance@allabouttheatre.org. * The characters of Sarah Jacobs (Davey and Les's sister and Jack's original love interest) and the New York Sun reporter Brian Denton are replaced by the composite character Katherine Plumber, a reporter with whom Jack falls in love. Feel free to cast additional nuns. 10 terms. This summer he was at the Cape Playhouse in Massachusetts performing as Paul in. DC Area credits include: Jelly's Last Jam, La Cage aux Folles; Defying Gravity: Making of a SuperNOVA; Dreamgirls(Helen Hayes Nom); The Best Little Whorehouse(Jewel); Hairspray (Motormouth Mabelle, Helen Hayes recipient) (Signature);Caroline, or Change (Caroline) (Round House); Kiss Me, Kate (Hattie) (Shakespeare Theatre); A Year with Frog and Toad (Imagination Stage); Ragtime (Sarah) (Ford's Theatre); Godspell (Olney Theatre); and How To Succeed in Business (Kennedy Center). bnEe/RT'-uZJ@ (%PJ@ (G /[jhqWsga;X>/R7}[~8=+LEu[,yFPJ@ (%PEyRK($&- ,$-+?>4K8 _Csr\9JKehU-U}PJ@ (%P'g-d8)2e4KIkqg+ ]w~E3Z/5z1+%PJ@ (%p eKS A well-respected lifelong public servant, inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer. Recent D.C.-area credits include Into the Woods (Fords Theatre), Beast in Beauty and the Beast (Creative Cauldron), A Civil War Christmas (First Stage), Parade (Keegan Theatre) and several leading roles at Riverside Center in Fredericksburg, VA. Last year, Wyn toured the country in the role of Major Gray as part of the First National Tour of the 2015 Broadway musical Amazing Grace. A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive salesboy and a pint-sized charmer. All authorized performance materials are also supllied by MTI. This caused the newsies to revolt because they felt that it was more difficult to sell papers without the exciting news of the war, plus the additional pressures of the price changes. Newsies Wiki is a FANDOM Music Community. "- David Jacobs: My father taught us not to lie. He became and orphan on the streets. 2 0 obj All other featured roles and understudies were cast from the ensemble of newsies. The charismatic leader of the Manhattan newsies, is an oprhaned dreamer and artist who yearns to get out of the crowded streets of New York and make a better life for himself out West. Josiah is a dancer/singer/actor at Studio Bleu in Ashburn. (Fagins Gang, Oliver U/S) and Watch on the Rhine (Joshua and Bodo U/S). Jack arrives, having accepted Pulitzer's deal, and is booed off the stage when he encourages the newsies to call off the strike. He was very comfortable and content with his life. JAMIE SMITHSON(Nunzio / Teddy Roosevelt / Ensemble) last appeared at Arena Stage as Avram in Fiddler on the Roof. Selected regional work includes: Alley Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre, Fords, Signature, Center Stage, Goodspeed, Guthrie, Hartford Stage, Paper Mill Playhouse, La Jolla Playhouse and The Old Globe. 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. Open CaptioningFriday, December 13 at 8 p.m. manage list views salesforce. Jack and Crutchie join the rest of the newsies in starting the day ("Carrying the Banner"). The core group of newsies who work the same neighborhoods as Jack, Crutchie, Davey, and Les, these hard-working kids function as a family that cares for and helps one another. ANITA MAYNARD-LOSH(Associate Director and Text Director) is the director of community engagement and senior artistic advisor at Arena Stage where she leads the theaters education and outreach programs and serves on the artistic team. * Jack Kelly is the amalgamation of several historical leaders of the Newsboys Strike of 1899, primarily Kid Blink (who is featured in the film but omitted from the musical), known as a charismatic speaker and a leader to the younger boys. ,;b)5ad?Nl1XvG Regional credits include: The 5th: Man of La Mancha (Aldonza), A Night with Janis Joplin; Milwaukee Rep & Prince Music Theatre: Dreamgirls (Effie). You should audition for the roles you are attracted to, but please choose roles that best reflect your talents and your natural vocal range. The show has music byAlan Menken, lyrics byJack Feldman, and a book byHarvey Fiersteinbased on film's screenplay byBob TzudikerandNoni White. MFA candidate in classical acting, ACA; BFA in Acting, CMU. Though he doesnt work for Pulitzer, hes happy to team up with him to take down the newsies and get his hands on Jack. amoahy (3) Tumor Types & Routes of Spread. Chaz was Buttons in the film version ofDisneys Newsies: The Broadway Musicaland was featured onSo You Think You Can Dance. Match. Tough brotherswho 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. Additional features in dance, solos, and lines will be cast from among the ensembles. He was very comfortable and content with his life. Instagram: @michaeljohnhugs, ) is thrilled to be playing the part of Les in, ! Height. One day, some of the Newsies met up at the docks and one of the younger ones fell in and none of the Newsies there knew how to swim including the one in the water. Instagram: @kelliyoungman www.kelliyoungman.com. Away from the others, Jack Kelly shares his dream for a better life out west with his best friend, Crutchie ("Santa Fe - Prologue"). He recently made his D.C.-area debut as Roger in Signature Theatres world premiere of Blackbeard. An efficient stage manager who introduces Meddas act. Photo by Margot Schulman. MALE ENSEMBLE 4 - Nunzio / Guard / Policeman / Roosevelt Cast as many officers as suits your production. Broadway Painting: Hadestown, Once on This Island, The Ferryman, Annie, Matilda, Miss Saigon, Ghost, A Free Man of Color, Wonderland, The Adams Family, The Color Purple, Lestat, West Side Story, Disneys Tarzan, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Arsace, Radiant Baby and The Ringling Bros. << /ProcSet [ /PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC /ImageI ] /ColorSpace << /Cs1 7 0 R hn7_e. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Must have a great contemporary tenor voice. Y o u ' l l n e v e r b e b o r e d a g a i n.. Maybe later Sign me up Sign me up LUKE SPRING (Elmer / Scab / Ensemble) is excited to make his Arena Stage debut. Splasher had always had a talent for swimming since he was very young and loves swimming in the lakes near their house. Katherines no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesnt sympathize with the strikers, but he does eventually and grudgingly respect Jack. Inspired by vaudeville performer Aida Overton Walker, this big-voiced saloon singer and star of the Bowery offers her theater as a safe haven for the newsies. Enjoy the show! Newsies Wiki is a FANDOM Music Community. Other D.C. area credits include various productions with the Kennedy Center Theater for Young Audiences, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Olney Theatre Center, Signature Theatre, Theater Alliance, Keegan Theatre and MetroStage. He was inducted into The Theater Hall of Fame in 2008. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and a proud member of Actors Equity Association. %PDF-1.3 Luke was in both the original Broadway cast of A Christmas Story, The Musical (Lunt-Fontanne) and the shows first National Tour (MSG, Wang, Bushnell). His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. : Students who watch the movie or listen to the Soundtrack, and a proud member of Chloe and Arnolds... 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