Musical Job in “Newsies” Project
Description
Seeking actors for “Newsies” Musical. Please see the details below.
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED.
About the project:
Based on the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899, this Disney musical tells the story of Jack Kelly, a rebellious newsboy who dreams of a life as an artist away from the big city. After publishing giant Joseph Pulitzer raises newspaper prices at the newsboys’ expense, Kelly and his fellow newsies take action.
Additional info:
Auditions are open to everyone regardless of past stage experience.
Please be prepared to sing and act.
For audition material, please download the attachment.
If interested, please apply.
35 Project roles
Jack Kelly
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
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 very loyal, Jack isn’t afraid to use his voice to attain better conditions for the working kids of New York City.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Application deadline closed.
Katherine Plumber
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
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, Katherine should be a strong singer with excellent diction for her showstopping number, “Watch What Happens.” Because Katherine and Jack possess a strong bond, consider auditioning these roles together to get a sense of the performers’ repartee.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Application deadline closed.
Crutchie
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Jack’s best friend and a dedicated newsie with a “bum leg” from polio that causes pain, but helps sell more papes. Walking with the assistance of a crutch doesn’t define the ever-positive newsie, so look for an actor who can portray Casey’s goofy-sweet sense of humor and optimistic resilience.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Application deadline closed.
Casey
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Jack’s best friend and a dedicated newsie with a “bum leg” from polio that causes pain, but helps sell more papes. Walking with the assistance of a crutch doesn’t define the ever-positive newsie, so look for an actor who can portray Casey’s goofy-sweet sense of humor and optimistic resilience.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Application deadline closed.
Davey
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
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, cast a strong actor and singer who can lead “Seize the Day” while smartly portraying the brains of the resistance.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Application deadline closed.
Les
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Davey’s cheeky younger sibling, is excited by the newsies’ freedom and loves their independent lifestyle. This pint-sized charmer should present as younger than the other newsies
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: B3
Application deadline closed.
Medda Larkin
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Inspired by the African- American vaudeville performer, Aida Overton-Walker, A big-voiced singer and star of the Bowery (see the “Dramaturgy” document in Downloadable Resources). A proud supporter of the newsies, she offers her theater as a safe haven for their revolution. Look for a performer who can portray this astute entertainer with great comic delivery, while standing firmly behind the newsies in their fight for justice.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Application deadline closed.
Joseph Pulitzer
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
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. For this non-singing role, cast a strong actor with a sharp and imposing presence.
Application deadline closed.
Wiesel
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Aka “Weasel”. A disgruntled paper-pusher who uses the Delancey brothers as his muscle, runs distribution for the World and has little patience or sympathy for the newsies. Feel free to incorporate this actor into the newsies ensemble when possible.
Application deadline closed.
Race
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Albert
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Muriel
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Nancy
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Specs
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Pigtails
Both genders
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Hazel
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Buttons
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Tommy Boy
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Romeo
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Jo Jo
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Scabs
Both genders
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Brooklyn Newsies
Both genders
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Spot Conlon
Both genders
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Newsie
The hard-working kids of New York City who go on strike for a livable wage. Find moments to showcase any talented tumblers or dancers within this group. Given the nature of this show, most other characters can double as newsies to help fill in the musical numbers. Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers.
These include the following roles:
Application deadline closed.
Darcy
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
A photographer who works with Katherine.
Application deadline closed.
Dorothy
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Katherine’s upperclass friend whose parents own the New York Tribune and help the newsies print the Newsies Banner.
Gender: Female
Application deadline closed.
Bill
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Katherine’s upperclass friend whose parents own the New York Journal and help the newsies print the Newsies Banner.
Application deadline closed.
Seitz
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
The editor of the World who advises Pulitzer, but ultimately admires the kids’ newspaper.
Application deadline closed.
Bunsen
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Pulitzer’s bookkeeper who helps Pulitzer come up with the idea to raise the newsies’ price per paper.
Application deadline closed.
Hannah
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Pulitzer’s secretary who is a clever advocate for the newsies.
Application deadline closed.
Snyder
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
The crooked warden of The Refuge. A filthy and horrible juvenile reformatory, is concerned only with catching enough kids to keep their government checks coming. Look for an actor who can evoke an imposing and sinister presence.
Application deadline closed.
Governor Teddy Roosevelt
Male
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
A well-respected lifelong public servant who inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer. Cast an actor with the ability to portray the maturity and stature of this well- respected leader.
Application deadline closed.
Bowery Brigade
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Includes the roles of the upbeat and charming Ada, Olive, and Ethel. A group of vaudeville performers in Medda’s act. While only three performers have solos, feel free to make this ensemble group as big or small as best fits your production.
Application deadline closed.
Police Officers
Both genders
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
Includes the role of the Police Chief. They intimidate the newsies and arrest Crutchie. Cast as many officers as suits your production.
Application deadline closed.
Pat
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
An efficient stage manager who introduces Medda’s act.
Application deadline closed.
Woman
Female
18
-56
y.o.
All ethnicities
A newspaper customer.
Application deadline closed.