ROAR ACADEMY'S Production of
Disney NEWSIES JR.
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Music by
Alan Menken |
Lyrics by
Jack Feldman |
Book by
Harvey Fierstein |
Based on the Disney Film
Written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White
Originally Produced on Broadway by
Disney Theatrical Productions
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
Written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White
Originally Produced on Broadway by
Disney Theatrical Productions
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
Disney’s NEWSIES JR is a shorter version of the 2012 Broadway musical, which was based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR features a Tony Award-winning
score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
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’s right. Including the now-classic songs CARRYING THE BANNER, SEIZE THE DAY and SANTA FE, Newsies JR is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.
score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
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’s right. Including the now-classic songs CARRYING THE BANNER, SEIZE THE DAY and SANTA FE, Newsies JR is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.
PRODUCTION TEAM
Executive Producer / Director – Madeleine Johns
Music Director – Rhonda Davidson-Irwin
Choreographer – Meredith Johns
Vocal Coach – Josie Ross
Associate Choreographer – Kayla Pehi
Executive Producer / Director – Madeleine Johns
Music Director – Rhonda Davidson-Irwin
Choreographer – Meredith Johns
Vocal Coach – Josie Ross
Associate Choreographer – Kayla Pehi
PERFORMANCES
at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre
Friday September 27 at 7pm
Saturday September 28 at 2pm and 7pm
Sunday September 29 at 2pm
AUDITIONS
at North Lakes Community Centre
Saturday 22 June – 12pm until 4pm
Please register online for auditions
REHEARSALS
Note - A full rehearsal schedule will be provided when the role offers are made
September 18 to 20 (9am to 5pm) – Workshop days
September 23 to 25 (9am to 5pm) – Workshop days
September 26 to 27 (11am to 5pm) – rehearsals at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre
X2 additional weekend half days as required – again this will be confirmed when the role offers are made
FEES
All students - $395 for the package of workshop rehearsals, additional preparatory classes,
T-shirt, programme, headshot and all costumes (except shoes) or $295 if you are part of the ROAR JTF Team.
(Early payment discount, volunteer discount and payment plans available)
(NOTE – we will double cast lead roles where appropriate. You will be expected to follow an
ensemble track or additional lead track when not running your primary lead track – unless
there are exceptional circumstances which will need to be flagged with the director before auditions)
at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre
Friday September 27 at 7pm
Saturday September 28 at 2pm and 7pm
Sunday September 29 at 2pm
AUDITIONS
at North Lakes Community Centre
Saturday 22 June – 12pm until 4pm
Please register online for auditions
REHEARSALS
Note - A full rehearsal schedule will be provided when the role offers are made
September 18 to 20 (9am to 5pm) – Workshop days
September 23 to 25 (9am to 5pm) – Workshop days
September 26 to 27 (11am to 5pm) – rehearsals at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre
X2 additional weekend half days as required – again this will be confirmed when the role offers are made
FEES
All students - $395 for the package of workshop rehearsals, additional preparatory classes,
T-shirt, programme, headshot and all costumes (except shoes) or $295 if you are part of the ROAR JTF Team.
(Early payment discount, volunteer discount and payment plans available)
(NOTE – we will double cast lead roles where appropriate. You will be expected to follow an
ensemble track or additional lead track when not running your primary lead track – unless
there are exceptional circumstances which will need to be flagged with the director before auditions)
CHARACTERS
JACK KELLY – male identifying
Vocal range – Top F5 / Bottom B3
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. We are looking for an actor who can command the stage with ease, possesses strong vocal
abilities and can exude Jack’s tough-guy exterior and his big heart.
--
KATHERINE PLUMBER – female identifying
Vocal range – Top D5 / Bottom A3
An ambitious young reporter, works hard to make a name for herself as a legitimate journalist at a time when
women weren’t taken seriously. Quick, funny and resourceful, Katherine should be a strong singer with
excellent diction for her showstopping number “Watch What Happens”. Katherine and Jack possess a strong
bond and should demonstrate repartee when performing together.
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CRUTCHIE (CASEY) – male identifying
Vocal range – Top F5 / Bottom A3
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 – we are looking for an
actor who can portray Casey’s goofy, sweet sense of humour and optimistic resilience. Crutchie is accustomed
to modifying daily activities for their disability.
--
DAVIE – male identifying
Vocal range – Top D5 / Bottom B3
Les’s straight-laced, bright big brother who 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 – we are looking for a strong actor and singer who can lead “Seize the Day” while smartly
portraying the brains of the resistance.
--
LES – non-specific
Vocal range – Top F4 / Bottom B3
Davey’s cheeky younger sibling – excited by the Newsies’ freedom and loves their independent lifestyle. This
pint-sized charmer should present as younger than the other Newsies. We are looking for a strong
actor/singer/dancer with lots of charm and stage presence.
--
MEDDA LARKIN – female identifying
Vocal range – Top D5 / Bottom G3
Inspired by vaudeville performer Aida Overton Walker – a big-voiced singer and star of the Bowery, offers her
theatre as a safe haven for the Newsies. She is an astute entertainer with great comic delivery and a good
friend to Jack and stands firmly behind the Newsies in their fight for Justice.
--
JOSEPH PULITZER – male identifying
A pompous businessman who owns the New York World Newspaper – headquartered in the New York World
Building – 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. We are looking for a strong
actor with an imposing presence.
--
WIESEL – non specific
Aka “Weasel” – a disgruntled paper-pusher who uses the Delancey brothers as his muscle. He runs
distribution for the World and has little patience or sympathy for the Newsies. Looking for a strong actor.
--
SPOT CONLON – female identifying
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NEWSIES
Race, Albert, Muriel, Nancy, Specs, Pigtails, Hazel, Buttons, Tommy Boy, Romeo, Jo Jo
--
OSCAR and MORRIS DELANCEY – male identifying
Toughs who work distribution for the World – take the side of the publishers in the strike and are known to
use their fists to make a point. Looking for strong actors.
--
FEATURED ROLES
SEITZ – non specific
The Editor of the World Newspaper – advises Pulitzer but ultimately admires the kids newspaper
BUNSEN – non specific
Pulitzer’s bookkeeper- helps Pulitzer come up with the idea to raise the Newsies’ price per paper
HANNAH – female identifying
Pulitzer’s secretary – a clever advocate for the Newsies
SNYDER – non specific
The crooked warden of The Refuge – a filthy and horrible juvenile reformatory. Is concerned only with
catching enough kids to keep the government cheques coming. We are looking for a strong actor who can
evoke an imposing and sinister presence.
GOVENOR TEDDY ROOSEVELT – male identifying
A well-respected lifelong public servant – inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer
BOWERY BRIGADE – female identifying
Group of Vaudeville performers in Medda’s act – Ada, Olive and Ethel have solos
ENSEMBLE ROLES
Scabs, Darcy, Dorothy, Bill, Police Officers, Working Children and Brooklyn Newsies – are featured roles for a
diverse group of young performers.
JACK KELLY – male identifying
Vocal range – Top F5 / Bottom B3
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. We are looking for an actor who can command the stage with ease, possesses strong vocal
abilities and can exude Jack’s tough-guy exterior and his big heart.
--
KATHERINE PLUMBER – female identifying
Vocal range – Top D5 / Bottom A3
An ambitious young reporter, works hard to make a name for herself as a legitimate journalist at a time when
women weren’t taken seriously. Quick, funny and resourceful, Katherine should be a strong singer with
excellent diction for her showstopping number “Watch What Happens”. Katherine and Jack possess a strong
bond and should demonstrate repartee when performing together.
--
CRUTCHIE (CASEY) – male identifying
Vocal range – Top F5 / Bottom A3
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 – we are looking for an
actor who can portray Casey’s goofy, sweet sense of humour and optimistic resilience. Crutchie is accustomed
to modifying daily activities for their disability.
--
DAVIE – male identifying
Vocal range – Top D5 / Bottom B3
Les’s straight-laced, bright big brother who 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 – we are looking for a strong actor and singer who can lead “Seize the Day” while smartly
portraying the brains of the resistance.
--
LES – non-specific
Vocal range – Top F4 / Bottom B3
Davey’s cheeky younger sibling – excited by the Newsies’ freedom and loves their independent lifestyle. This
pint-sized charmer should present as younger than the other Newsies. We are looking for a strong
actor/singer/dancer with lots of charm and stage presence.
--
MEDDA LARKIN – female identifying
Vocal range – Top D5 / Bottom G3
Inspired by vaudeville performer Aida Overton Walker – a big-voiced singer and star of the Bowery, offers her
theatre as a safe haven for the Newsies. She is an astute entertainer with great comic delivery and a good
friend to Jack and stands firmly behind the Newsies in their fight for Justice.
--
JOSEPH PULITZER – male identifying
A pompous businessman who owns the New York World Newspaper – headquartered in the New York World
Building – 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. We are looking for a strong
actor with an imposing presence.
--
WIESEL – non specific
Aka “Weasel” – a disgruntled paper-pusher who uses the Delancey brothers as his muscle. He runs
distribution for the World and has little patience or sympathy for the Newsies. Looking for a strong actor.
--
SPOT CONLON – female identifying
--
NEWSIES
Race, Albert, Muriel, Nancy, Specs, Pigtails, Hazel, Buttons, Tommy Boy, Romeo, Jo Jo
--
OSCAR and MORRIS DELANCEY – male identifying
Toughs who work distribution for the World – take the side of the publishers in the strike and are known to
use their fists to make a point. Looking for strong actors.
--
FEATURED ROLES
SEITZ – non specific
The Editor of the World Newspaper – advises Pulitzer but ultimately admires the kids newspaper
BUNSEN – non specific
Pulitzer’s bookkeeper- helps Pulitzer come up with the idea to raise the Newsies’ price per paper
HANNAH – female identifying
Pulitzer’s secretary – a clever advocate for the Newsies
SNYDER – non specific
The crooked warden of The Refuge – a filthy and horrible juvenile reformatory. Is concerned only with
catching enough kids to keep the government cheques coming. We are looking for a strong actor who can
evoke an imposing and sinister presence.
GOVENOR TEDDY ROOSEVELT – male identifying
A well-respected lifelong public servant – inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer
BOWERY BRIGADE – female identifying
Group of Vaudeville performers in Medda’s act – Ada, Olive and Ethel have solos
ENSEMBLE ROLES
Scabs, Darcy, Dorothy, Bill, Police Officers, Working Children and Brooklyn Newsies – are featured roles for a
diverse group of young performers.
