Fifth Grade Presentation Information
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Newsies Final Schedule!
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Announcements 11-5-2021
CONGRATULATIONS ON A GREAT OPENING NIGHT!
No Practice tonight Friday, November 5th. You deserve some rest!
All Cast Members and Stage Crew involved in the song "Once And For All" (the one where the stairs move) please report to the stage at 3:00 pm tomorrow November 6th in order to fine tune some parts of this scene.
All Cast Members please check your make-up call lists for Saturday Night and Sunday afternoon.
Staff and Student Musical Information
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Important Announcement
Monday, November 1, 2021
Dear Cast & Crew Members:
We are going to do makeup calls tonight. Please click on the appropriate links below to get your call times. If you have an early makeup call, please come to your makeup call on time. You may leave the DLMS once your makeup has been applied and your hair is ready to be put under your hat, but you must return no later than 6:15 PM to get into your costumes for a Green Room meeting that starts at 7:00 PM sharp! Please do not be late! Once we are done with our Green Room meeting at 7:10 PM we will rehearse our Finale Ultimo #2 Dance from 7:10 - 8:10. After rehearsing our dance, we will run the show from 8:10 until 10:10. Please, full cast, plan to stay until 10:10 PM tonight!
Thanks, Cast Members!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Larson & Mr. Everson
Dear Cast & Crew Members:
We are going to do makeup calls tonight. Please click on the appropriate links below to get your call times. If you have an early makeup call, please come to your makeup call on time. You may leave the DLMS once your makeup has been applied and your hair is ready to be put under your hat, but you must return no later than 6:15 PM to get into your costumes for a Green Room meeting that starts at 7:00 PM sharp! Please do not be late! Once we are done with our Green Room meeting at 7:10 PM we will rehearse our Finale Ultimo #2 Dance from 7:10 - 8:10. After rehearsing our dance, we will run the show from 8:10 until 10:10. Please, full cast, plan to stay until 10:10 PM tonight!
Thanks, Cast Members!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Larson & Mr. Everson
Evening Performance Hair and Makeup Call List
Matinee Performance Hair and Makeup Call List
IMPORTANT NOTE!
INTIAL READ THROUGH AND INFORMATIONAL MEETING IS TONIGHT, MONDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH, AT 7:00 IN THE DLMS AUDITORIUM.
Newsies Cast List
Congratulations to the following people for making the cast of Newsies! The talent and effort you put into your auditions made for many difficult decisions. We are looking forward to a fantastic and energetic show!
Jack Kelly - Kameron Wilkins
Crutchie - Ethan Hendrickson
Davey - Matthew Morrison
Les - Lucas Lundberg
Newsies with lines-
Albert - Micah Barberg
Buttons - Gavin Krause- Opitz
Elmer - To be determined
Finch - Hadlee Justesen
Henry - Abram Steinke
Jo Jo - To be determined
Mush - Chase Housholder
Race - Neil Trowbridge
Romeo - To be determined
Specs - Jude Houglum
Splasher - Anika Erickson
Tommy Boy - Austin Holt
Spot Conlon - Aiden Holt
Katherine Plumber - Malia McKenzie
Darcy - To be determined
Bill - To be determined
Wiesel Or “Weasel,” - Nate Lembke
Oscar Delancey -Jeffery Moen
Joseph Pulitzer - Noah Hendrickson
Snyder - To be determined
Medda Larkin - Annie Houglum
Mrs. Jacobi - Rachel Wagoner
Seitz - Tristan Schwarzrock
Bunsen - Andrew Nunn
Hannah - Hannah Barberg
Nunzio - To be determined
Guard - To be determined
The Bowery Beauties - To be determined
Singing Nuns - Molly Brooks, Emma Mitchell, Jenna Allen, Noelle Trowbridge, Jaden Mercil, Siri Vagle
Singing Secretaries - Emma Mitchell, Jenna Allen, Siri Vagle
Photographer - To be determined
Woman - To be determined
Policemen - To be determined
Mayor - Nate Cihak
Governor Teddy Roosevelt - Tristan Schwarzrock
Ensemble/Newsies - Jenna Allen, Brooklyn Anderson, Molly Brooks, Nate Cihak, Brooklyn Johnson, Onika Greer, Benjamin Hansen, Isabelle Hansen, Eli Hendrickson, Lucian Heseback, Aiden Holt, Tristan Kiser, Madison Mendl, Jaden Mercil, Emma Mitchell, Andrew Nunn, Cole Rotter, Aaliyah Thompson, Charlotte Trowbridge, Noelle Trowbridge, Derek Wagoner, Rachael Wagoner, Tristan Wahl
Featured Dancers/Newsies -
Primary - Zoe Cariveau, Madison Kukowski, Lilly Anderson,
Secondary - Addie Clark, Molly Brooks, Jocelyn Schur, Siri Vagle, Izzy Hanson, Jaden Mercil, Anna Yost
Jack Kelly - Kameron Wilkins
Crutchie - Ethan Hendrickson
Davey - Matthew Morrison
Les - Lucas Lundberg
Newsies with lines-
Albert - Micah Barberg
Buttons - Gavin Krause- Opitz
Elmer - To be determined
Finch - Hadlee Justesen
Henry - Abram Steinke
Jo Jo - To be determined
Mush - Chase Housholder
Race - Neil Trowbridge
Romeo - To be determined
Specs - Jude Houglum
Splasher - Anika Erickson
Tommy Boy - Austin Holt
Spot Conlon - Aiden Holt
Katherine Plumber - Malia McKenzie
Darcy - To be determined
Bill - To be determined
Wiesel Or “Weasel,” - Nate Lembke
Oscar Delancey -Jeffery Moen
Joseph Pulitzer - Noah Hendrickson
Snyder - To be determined
Medda Larkin - Annie Houglum
Mrs. Jacobi - Rachel Wagoner
Seitz - Tristan Schwarzrock
Bunsen - Andrew Nunn
Hannah - Hannah Barberg
Nunzio - To be determined
Guard - To be determined
The Bowery Beauties - To be determined
Singing Nuns - Molly Brooks, Emma Mitchell, Jenna Allen, Noelle Trowbridge, Jaden Mercil, Siri Vagle
Singing Secretaries - Emma Mitchell, Jenna Allen, Siri Vagle
Photographer - To be determined
Woman - To be determined
Policemen - To be determined
Mayor - Nate Cihak
Governor Teddy Roosevelt - Tristan Schwarzrock
Ensemble/Newsies - Jenna Allen, Brooklyn Anderson, Molly Brooks, Nate Cihak, Brooklyn Johnson, Onika Greer, Benjamin Hansen, Isabelle Hansen, Eli Hendrickson, Lucian Heseback, Aiden Holt, Tristan Kiser, Madison Mendl, Jaden Mercil, Emma Mitchell, Andrew Nunn, Cole Rotter, Aaliyah Thompson, Charlotte Trowbridge, Noelle Trowbridge, Derek Wagoner, Rachael Wagoner, Tristan Wahl
Featured Dancers/Newsies -
Primary - Zoe Cariveau, Madison Kukowski, Lilly Anderson,
Secondary - Addie Clark, Molly Brooks, Jocelyn Schur, Siri Vagle, Izzy Hanson, Jaden Mercil, Anna Yost
Callbacks will start at 6:30 in the Auditorium
Newsies Callback List
Matthew Morrison
Annie Houglum
Lucas Lundberg
Cole Rotter
Tristan Schwarzrock
Neil Trowbridge
Anika Erickson
Emma Mitchell
Derek Wagoner
Jude Houglum
Kameron Wilkins
Jenna Allen
Siri Vagle
Chase Housholder
Nate Lembke
Hannah Barberg
Micah Barberg
Abram Steinke
Andrew Nunn
Malia McKenzie
Nate Cihak
Molly Brooks
Gavin Krause-Opitz
Aiden Holt
Austin Holt
Ethan Hendrickson
Noah Hendrickson
Jeffery Moen
Hadlee Justesen
Annie Houglum
Lucas Lundberg
Cole Rotter
Tristan Schwarzrock
Neil Trowbridge
Anika Erickson
Emma Mitchell
Derek Wagoner
Jude Houglum
Kameron Wilkins
Jenna Allen
Siri Vagle
Chase Housholder
Nate Lembke
Hannah Barberg
Micah Barberg
Abram Steinke
Andrew Nunn
Malia McKenzie
Nate Cihak
Molly Brooks
Gavin Krause-Opitz
Aiden Holt
Austin Holt
Ethan Hendrickson
Noah Hendrickson
Jeffery Moen
Hadlee Justesen
Synopsis
Act One
As Jack Kelly is savoring the last few moments of quiet before the sun rises, he shares with his best friend Crutchie his rooftop view of the city and his dream for a better life out West ("Santa Fe - Prologue"). At dawn, the newsies sing about their life and their work ("Carrying the Banner"), introducing this ramshackle group of young friends. They make their way to the distribution window for the World, where they pick up their daily stacks of papers to sell from Wiesel, who runs the window, and Morris and Oscar Delancey, goons who work for the World. Davey and Les, brothers trying to earn money for their family, meet the newsies and try to learn the ropes. Jack agrees to partner with the boys since Les's young age will help him sell more papers, although Davey is skeptical.
Meanwhile, Joseph Pulitzer, publisher of the World, expresses displeasure at the declining sales of his newspaper and vows to increase profits ("The Bottom Line"), even if it is at the expense of the newsies.
At the end of the day, it's clear that Les is a natural newsie. Before Jack and the brothers can part ways, a man appears and chases Jack. Davey and Les follow Jack's lead, running through the alleys of New York and finding safety in Medda's Theater. Jack introduces them to Medda Larkin, one of the Bowery's most famous performers. Jack explains that the man chasing them is named Snyder; he runs The Refuge, an orphanage that he keeps in squalid conditions and embezzles from. He's had it out for Jack ever since he escaped. Medda offers her theater as a safe haven, and they stay to watch her perform ("That's Rich").
During Medda's performance, Jack notices Katherine, a bright young reporter he had seen earlier that day. A smitten Jack makes several attempts to flirt with her, but Katherine, quick-witted and ever-professional, cleverly rebuffs him. While the Bowery Beauties perform their routine, Jack resorts to sketching a portrait of Katherine ("I Never Planned on You / Don't Come a-Knockin'"), and leaves it for her to find.
The next day, as the newsies gather at the distribution window, the boys are outraged to learn that Pulitzer has increased their price for newspapers - they can barely afford to eat as it is! Prompted by Davey, the newsies decide to form a union and strike ("The World Will Know").
After a successful first day of striking, newly elected union leader Jack Kelly assigns some kids to spread the word to newsies in other boroughs. Katherine arrives, hoping that the newsies will give her an exclusive for the Sun. Jack tells her to be at the distribution window the next morning; not only will the newsies prevent others from selling papers, but they plan to stop the delivery carts as well. He tells her that they all have a lot riding on her reporting skills, and Katherine gets to work writing her breakout article ("Watch What Happens").
The next day, Jack arrives to find that only a few kids have assembled to strike. He urges Davey to convince the small group not to back down. When scabs arrive to take the newsies' place, Jack asks them to stand in solidarity with all the city's exploited working children. The scabs throw down their papers, just in time for Katherine and her photographer to snap a victorious photo ("Seize the Day"). But soon the newsies engage in a fierce fight with the Delanceys, Wiesel, and the police. Snyder scares Jack away, but not before he watches the Delanceys take down Crutchie and carry him off to The Refuge. Reaching the temporary safety of his rooftop, Jack paces, feeling guilty about leading the kids into danger. He looks out over the city and longs to escape ("Santa Fe").
Act Two
Battered and bruised, the newsies lament the previous day's events at Jacobi's Deli. Amid rumors that Jack was captured, several newsies wonder where he is. Katherine arrives with a copy of the story she published in the Sun, complete with a front-page picture of the newsies. Ecstatically, they thank her and celebrate their - and Katherine's - fame ("King of New York"). Meanwhile, Crutchie writes a letter to Jack from The Refuge expressing that he feels no ill will toward Jack and urging the newsies to stick together ("Letter from The Refuge").
Davey, Les, and Katherine find Jack back at Medda's Theater and try to convince him to come back to the fight. Jack refuses, saying that they can't win against a man as powerful as Pulitzer. The three convince Jack that theirs is a fight worth fighting ("Watch What Happens - Reprise"); Jack finally agrees, and the kids plan a rally.
Discovering Katherine's story, Pulitzer furiously resolves to take down Jack. Just then, a cocky Jack arrives to announce the newsies' rally. Pulitzer assures Jack that no paper will cover it - and if it's not in the press, it never happened. He then reveals Katherine, exposing her as his daughter, and Snyder, who emerges from the shadows. Pulitzer offers Jack a choice: get sent to The Refuge or renounce the strike and leave New York with pockets full of cash. The Delanceys escort Jack to the cellar, where an old printing press rests, to ponder his decision ("The Bottom Line - Reprise").
That evening, Brooklyn newsies cross the bridge with Spot Conlon, their leader, to join newsies from every borough at Medda's theater for the rally ("Brooklyn's Here"). Davey gives an inspiring speech, riling up the newsies about their progress. However, Jack appears and tells them to go back to work because they are no match for Pulitzer. Jack accepts his payoff money at the door and exits quickly.
On his rooftop, Jack finds Katherine looking through his drawings of The Refuge's bleak conditions. He snatches them from her and they argue fiercely until she kisses him. Katherine shares her plan to have the newsies distribute an article which quotes Jack on the exploitation of working kids and calls for a citywide strike. Before heading to the old printing press Jack recently discovered, they share their hope in each other ("Something to Believe In").
With the help of Katherine and her well-connected friends, Darcy and Bill, the newsies sneak into Pulitzer's cellar to print their paper ("Once and for All"). The kids distribute the pamphlet all over the city.
Pulitzer's office is flooded with angry calls from every corner of New York. Having read the Newsies Banner, Pulitzer is furious at the kids' attempt to thwart him. Jack, Davey, and Spot show up ("Seize the Day - Reprise") to personally deliver the news and say that the kids are willing to make a compromise. Pulitzer refuses to back down until Governor Roosevelt appears with Katherine and Jack's drawings of The Refuge. Alone, Jack and Pulitzer come to an agreement they can both live with - the price increase is reduced by half, and publishers will buy back any unsold papers. The strike is over!
Outside, Jack announces the end of the strike. Crutchie appears amid the jubilation, followed by a handcuffed Snyder. Despite his dreams for Santa Fe, Jack realizes that the newsies are his family and Katherine gives him something to believe in - so he's staying put for now ("Finale Ultimo").
Character Descriptions
Jack Kelly - 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. 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. 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. Must have a great pop tenor voice and sense of physicality. Gender: male, Character Age: 16 to 20 Vocal range: A4 – Bb2
Crutchie - A dedicated newsie with a bum leg that’s painful, but helps sell more papes. Though he walks with the assistance of a crutch, 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. Though his movement will suggest his bum leg, Crutchie should still be included in the dance numbers. Gender: both, Character Age: 13 to 17 Vocal range: A4-C3
Davey - 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. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 20 Vocal range: A4-D3
Les - 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 present as younger than the other newsies. Gender: male, Character Age: 10 to 15 Vocal range: Bb3-Db3
Newsies - Including Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Ike, Jo Jo, Mike, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, Splasher, and Tommy Boy, etc., are some of the hardworking kids of New York City that go on strike for a livable wage. Gender: male/both Character Age: 13 to 20
Scabs - Three newsies who are hesitant to join the strike. Gender: both Character Age: 10 to 20
Spot Conlon - The proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies, boasts an intimidating reputation and a short singing solo in “Brooklyn’s Here.” Gender: both, Character Age: 17 to 20
Katherine Plumber - 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 boldy captures the voice of a new generation rising in her coverage of the newsies’ strike. While she generally has no time for cocky, streetwise young men, she makes an exception for Jack Kelly. Though she only has a brief dance solo in “King of New York,” Katherine should have a great contemporary pop voice with a high belt – diction is key. Gender: female, Character Age: 17 to 20 Vocal range: F5-A3
Darcy - The upper-class kid of a publisher who sides with the newsies. Gender: both Character Age: 15 to 20
Bill - The son of William Randolph Hearst who joins the newsies' cause. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 25
Wiesel Or “Weasel,” - runs the distribution window for the World and knows most of the newsies by name. Assisted by the intimidating Delancey brothers, who keep order by any means necessary, Wiesel is Pulitzer’s disgruntled paper- pusher. Gender: male, Character Age: 35 to 50
Oscar and Morris Delancey -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. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 20
Goons - Assist the Delanceys in roughing up the newsies at the end of Act One. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 20
Joseph Pulitzer - A pompous businessman through and through, owns the World and is concerned solely with the bottom line. Katherine’s no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesn’t sympathize with the strikers, but he does eventually – and grudgingly – respect Jack. Gender: male, Character Age: 35 to 50 Vocal range: F4- C3
Snyder - 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. Gender: both, Character Age: 45 to 65
Medda Larkin - 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. An astute entertainer with great comic delivery, she’s a good friend to Jack and stands firmly behind the newsies in their fight for justice. Gender: female, Character Age: 25 to 45 Vocal range: E5-F3
Mr. Jacobi - Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike – when he doesn’t have any paying customers, that is. Gender: both, Character Age: 35 to 55
Seitz - Editor, advises Pulitzer, but ultimately admires the kids’ newspaper. Gender: both
Bunsen - Pulitzer’s bookkeeper, comes up with the ideas to raise the newsies’ price per paper. Gender: both, Character Age: 35 to 50
Hannah - Pulitzer’s practical and insightful secretary. Gender: female Character Age: 20 to 40
Nunzio - Pulitzer’s barber. Gender: female, Character Age: 30 to 50
Guard - The Guard removes the newsies from Pulitzer’s building. Gender: both, Character Age: 20 to 60
The Bowery Beauties - Female performers at Medda’s Theater. Gender: female, Character Age: 18 to 30
Stage Manager - Introduces Medda's act. Gender: both, Character Age: 25 to 55
Nuns - The three nuns offer breakfast to the hungry newsies. Feel free to cast additional nuns. Gender: female
Photographer -Takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of “Seize the Day.” Gender: both
Woman - A newspaper customer. Gender: both
Policemen - Assist Snyder and turn against the newsies in the fight that concludes Act One. Gender: male
Mayor - The Mayor of New York City rebuffs Pulitzer’s attempts to shut down the newsies’ strike. Gender: male.
Governor Teddy Roosevelt - A well-respected lifelong public servant, inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer. Gender: male
Ensemble
Crutchie - A dedicated newsie with a bum leg that’s painful, but helps sell more papes. Though he walks with the assistance of a crutch, 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. Though his movement will suggest his bum leg, Crutchie should still be included in the dance numbers. Gender: both, Character Age: 13 to 17 Vocal range: A4-C3
Davey - 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. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 20 Vocal range: A4-D3
Les - 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 present as younger than the other newsies. Gender: male, Character Age: 10 to 15 Vocal range: Bb3-Db3
Newsies - Including Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Ike, Jo Jo, Mike, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, Splasher, and Tommy Boy, etc., are some of the hardworking kids of New York City that go on strike for a livable wage. Gender: male/both Character Age: 13 to 20
Scabs - Three newsies who are hesitant to join the strike. Gender: both Character Age: 10 to 20
Spot Conlon - The proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies, boasts an intimidating reputation and a short singing solo in “Brooklyn’s Here.” Gender: both, Character Age: 17 to 20
Katherine Plumber - 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 boldy captures the voice of a new generation rising in her coverage of the newsies’ strike. While she generally has no time for cocky, streetwise young men, she makes an exception for Jack Kelly. Though she only has a brief dance solo in “King of New York,” Katherine should have a great contemporary pop voice with a high belt – diction is key. Gender: female, Character Age: 17 to 20 Vocal range: F5-A3
Darcy - The upper-class kid of a publisher who sides with the newsies. Gender: both Character Age: 15 to 20
Bill - The son of William Randolph Hearst who joins the newsies' cause. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 25
Wiesel Or “Weasel,” - runs the distribution window for the World and knows most of the newsies by name. Assisted by the intimidating Delancey brothers, who keep order by any means necessary, Wiesel is Pulitzer’s disgruntled paper- pusher. Gender: male, Character Age: 35 to 50
Oscar and Morris Delancey -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. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 20
Goons - Assist the Delanceys in roughing up the newsies at the end of Act One. Gender: male, Character Age: 15 to 20
Joseph Pulitzer - A pompous businessman through and through, owns the World and is concerned solely with the bottom line. Katherine’s no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesn’t sympathize with the strikers, but he does eventually – and grudgingly – respect Jack. Gender: male, Character Age: 35 to 50 Vocal range: F4- C3
Snyder - 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. Gender: both, Character Age: 45 to 65
Medda Larkin - 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. An astute entertainer with great comic delivery, she’s a good friend to Jack and stands firmly behind the newsies in their fight for justice. Gender: female, Character Age: 25 to 45 Vocal range: E5-F3
Mr. Jacobi - Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike – when he doesn’t have any paying customers, that is. Gender: both, Character Age: 35 to 55
Seitz - Editor, advises Pulitzer, but ultimately admires the kids’ newspaper. Gender: both
Bunsen - Pulitzer’s bookkeeper, comes up with the ideas to raise the newsies’ price per paper. Gender: both, Character Age: 35 to 50
Hannah - Pulitzer’s practical and insightful secretary. Gender: female Character Age: 20 to 40
Nunzio - Pulitzer’s barber. Gender: female, Character Age: 30 to 50
Guard - The Guard removes the newsies from Pulitzer’s building. Gender: both, Character Age: 20 to 60
The Bowery Beauties - Female performers at Medda’s Theater. Gender: female, Character Age: 18 to 30
Stage Manager - Introduces Medda's act. Gender: both, Character Age: 25 to 55
Nuns - The three nuns offer breakfast to the hungry newsies. Feel free to cast additional nuns. Gender: female
Photographer -Takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of “Seize the Day.” Gender: both
Woman - A newspaper customer. Gender: both
Policemen - Assist Snyder and turn against the newsies in the fight that concludes Act One. Gender: male
Mayor - The Mayor of New York City rebuffs Pulitzer’s attempts to shut down the newsies’ strike. Gender: male.
Governor Teddy Roosevelt - A well-respected lifelong public servant, inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer. Gender: male
Ensemble
Auditions
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Musical Auditions are open to all Detroit Lakes Public School’s students in grades 3 - 12
Why students in Grades 3 - 12?
There is one primary character and a few scenes in "Newsies" that require younger students, therefore auditions are open to students in grades 3 - 12. That means that some elementary school students may be cast in "Newsies". Elementary school aged children with the exception of the one primary character will not be required to be at 6 practices a week - Monday through Saturday, as the number of scenes will be limited, but they will see some stage time, which will give them some experience on stage, which in turn will require some practice time. Parents of elementary school aged students who become cast members will need to keep in mind that towards the end of the run of rehearsals and before the show opens, the time that students will need to contribute to rehearsal time will intensify and increase!
Why students in Grades 3 - 12?
There is one primary character and a few scenes in "Newsies" that require younger students, therefore auditions are open to students in grades 3 - 12. That means that some elementary school students may be cast in "Newsies". Elementary school aged children with the exception of the one primary character will not be required to be at 6 practices a week - Monday through Saturday, as the number of scenes will be limited, but they will see some stage time, which will give them some experience on stage, which in turn will require some practice time. Parents of elementary school aged students who become cast members will need to keep in mind that towards the end of the run of rehearsals and before the show opens, the time that students will need to contribute to rehearsal time will intensify and increase!
What Do I Do For Newsies Auditions?
1. Select and prepare a script cutting of your choice (from the director selected script
cuttings provided) and a song of your choice (from the director selected songs provided) for
your audition.
(When you read your script cutting from the musical, a director will read the other character
part(s).)
2. Attend dance audition practices at the Middle School after school and/or in the evening.
Please attend as many practices as it takes for you to learn the dances well enough to
be prepared to audition for the dance.
3. Participate in a dance audition (in groups of 4 or 5 students) at the DL Middle School on
Saturday, September 18th beginning at 10:45 am to 12:45 pm.
4. Be prepared and available to attend Callbacks beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday,
September 11th following the dance auditions.
*Note: Music is available to download for all songs on this website.
Please download, print and complete the audition form below. If you are unable to print a form please see Mrs. Larson and she will provide you with a printed audition form. Bring this completed form to your audition. Thank You!
1. Select and prepare a script cutting of your choice (from the director selected script
cuttings provided) and a song of your choice (from the director selected songs provided) for
your audition.
(When you read your script cutting from the musical, a director will read the other character
part(s).)
2. Attend dance audition practices at the Middle School after school and/or in the evening.
Please attend as many practices as it takes for you to learn the dances well enough to
be prepared to audition for the dance.
3. Participate in a dance audition (in groups of 4 or 5 students) at the DL Middle School on
Saturday, September 18th beginning at 10:45 am to 12:45 pm.
4. Be prepared and available to attend Callbacks beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday,
September 11th following the dance auditions.
*Note: Music is available to download for all songs on this website.
Please download, print and complete the audition form below. If you are unable to print a form please see Mrs. Larson and she will provide you with a printed audition form. Bring this completed form to your audition. Thank You!
Click Below to Open and Print the Newsies Audition Form
Dance Practice Times
Monday, September 13th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 at the DLMS on stage
Tuesday, September 14th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 at the DLMS on stage
Wednesday, September 15th - 4:00 - 6:00 at the DLMS on stage
Thursday, September 16th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 at the DLMS on stage
Friday, September 17th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 8:00 at the DLMS on stage
Friday, September 17th - 9:00 - 9:30 - Auditions for dance for anyone who cannot attend dance auditions on Saturday, September 18th
Saturday, September 18th - 10:00 - NOON at the DLMS on stage
Dance Auditions will be held on Saturday, September 18th 2:45 - 5:15 on the DLMS Stage
Tuesday, September 14th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 at the DLMS on stage
Wednesday, September 15th - 4:00 - 6:00 at the DLMS on stage
Thursday, September 16th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 at the DLMS on stage
Friday, September 17th - 4:00 - 6:00 & 7:00 - 8:00 at the DLMS on stage
Friday, September 17th - 9:00 - 9:30 - Auditions for dance for anyone who cannot attend dance auditions on Saturday, September 18th
Saturday, September 18th - 10:00 - NOON at the DLMS on stage
Dance Auditions will be held on Saturday, September 18th 2:45 - 5:15 on the DLMS Stage
Audition Materials
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Script Cuttings by Character
Songs by Character
Santa Fe - Jack
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Carrying the Banner - Newsies
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The Bottom Line - Publisher, Seitz, Bensen, Hannah
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That's Rich - Medda
Seize the Day - Davey, Jack, Newsies
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The World Will Know - Jack, Davey, Les, Cructhie, Race, Specs, Newsies
Something to Believe In - Katherine, Jack
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Watch What Happens - Katherine
King of New York - Newsies, Katherine
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