?}s~%"FoQ(,.oX*,[C?RF?/gf+#~T?jN=;HfoX$+f.ZQEQy,7\d?T+wo>T>iB%8jS!IQUE~ dYgBltZU\Wdt]Y~o,cL b,TA%a)OOnv(HE"/7*i)ZE 4cXPJjY>;^~W=V ? <> Within the newsies ensemble, consider dividing the group into featured dancers and singers in order to play to the strengths of your performers. You never know what the future holds until you give it a chance. 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. Other kids who are incarcerated at the Refuge along with Crutchie. Katherines upperclass friendwhose parents own theNew York Tribuneand help the newsies print the Newsies Banner. Auditions will start at 7pm but you should show up a bit early to fill out a form and have your picture taken. An editor at "The World" who advises Pulitzer, but ultimately admires the newsies paper. Change is inevitable. 3 0 obj Fandom Gosh.. this show gets me pumped haha! The three nuns offer breakfast to the hungry newsies. Newsies Musical Tickets| Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre Callbacks will have readings from the script and those scenes will be available on the CPT website prior to auditions. 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. The newsies rejoice as Governor Teddy Roosevelt congratulates Jack. Please wear flat closed-toe shoes and flexible clothing. An efficient stage manager who introduces Meddas act. One night when Will was nine, he decided to sneak out the house and go to the lake near by. Quick, funny, and resourcesful, she boldy captures the voice of a new generation rising in her coverage of the newsies strike. Burbank, CA 91502, Location: 11042 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, Location: 6377 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, Location: 1611 N El Centro Ave Los Angeles, CA 90028, Location:1810 Wilcox Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA, Location: 250 N. 1st St. Burbank CA 91502, Location:14741 Calvert St. Van Nuys, CA 91411, Location: 800 S. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles CA 90036, Sign in to comment to your favorite stories, participate in your community and interact with your friends. Every scene of the RP will be posted here as a separate chapter. Feel free to cast additional nuns. But the sound on the wood was often drowned out and not heard in the theatre, so microphones were taped to the bottom of tables so everything was heard. Email neshcom@gmail.com, subject line "Weird Things.". This performer will double in other roles. 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. Must have a great pop tenor voice and sense of physicality. Ridiculously Tall. Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. x ?IrDJ-%*:D(vu=,{8}MJ(Y{v\3/q+w`u[x%oM)w_r] PJ@ (%l F4G;1FsgdDhyWAT El$4f Email neshcom@gmail.com, subject line "Weird Things.". Afilthy and horrible juvenile reformatory, is concerned only with catching enough kids to keep their government checks coming. 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. Pulitzers bookkeeper, comes up with the ideas to raise the newsies price per paper. Jack is the epitome of living life to the fullest! But there really was a newsboy strike in New York in 1899. endobj Everyone will first learn a short dance combination on the stage with our choreographer. We may combine certain characters or add more. " MTI Newsies Production Handbook, Casting, Page 22 Specs is an ensemble newsie. Pulitzers practical and insightful secretary. Crutchie is the heart of the resistance. This performer will double in other roles. He opened he told them that he loved the water and had learned in his childhood and from then on he was Splasher. He was very comfortable and content with his life. Strong dancers who can sing well (jazz, ballet, tap, acrobatics/tumbling a plus). Crutchie is the heart of the resistance. Special thanks to @broadwaymedia and @jammyprod. Fiercely protective of his best friend, Crutchie, and strongly loyal, Jack isnt afraid to use his voice to attain better conditions for the working kids of New York City. Historically, the price was kept at 60 cents per 100, but in the musical they strike a deal for 55 cents per 100 papers. 8 /Filter /FlateDecode >> Full of compelling vocals, powerful lyrics, and energetic dance, Newsies will take you by force! Tuition Payments must be made in one payment at the time of registration. It is imperative for you to bring a list of all of your known conflicts through the end of July, as we will be looking at them and taking them into consideration during casting. Assisted by the intimidating Delancey brothers, who keep order by any means necessary, Wiesel is Pulitzers disgruntled paper- pusher. Distinguishing features: warp on arm, face littered with freckles, always looks tired, Personality: cheeky, sarcastic, kind, smirks way to much, dark humor, only talks a lot around certain people. Disney's Newsies - Arena Stage Brian: Welcome to the Monkey House from Kurt Vonnegut. NEWSIES, 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 who go on strike for a livable wage. The Tony Award-winning musical features fan-favorites like "Carrying the Banner," "King of New York" and "Seize . * In addition to the songs from the original movie, * In 2016, the musical stage production of, The Broadway cast recording was released on iTunes in 2012, from. Additional features in dance, solos, and lines will be cast from among the ensembles. Pulitzers practical and insightful secretary. Or Weasel, runs the distribution window for the World and knows most of the newsies by name. Community Players Theatre reserves the right to alter this policy at any time in accordance with county, state, or federal mandates, regulations, or guidelines. While only three performers have solos, feel free to make this ensemble group as big or small as best fits your production. For the first few weeks they would ask about his wrapped arm and he would turn from a sarcastic happy child to sad and shut down. Read the character descriptions and requirements below. Character's Gender: Can be female or male. Some vocal and/or dance callbacks may be required for some roles. A musical based on the New York City newsboy strike of 1899. This performer must be able to switch from a practical, efficient stage manager personality to an energetic and entertaining host of the show when they are on stage at the club. Sing ensemble, some dance, some stage combat. These quotes and scenes are sure to make a theatre lover go crazy! Basically, face your fears! stream 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. If you cannot make these times, please reach out to the production team to schedule an early audition or for instructions on how to submit a video audition. (The newsies begin to yell out various headlines as the spread out over the streets. "We won't carry no banner that don't spell FREEDOM! Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike when he doesnt have any paying customers, that is. A dedicated newsie with a bum leg thats painful, but helps sell more papes. FREEDOM! 14 0 obj A few months on the streets and Wills name was forgotten by his neighbors and his friends. WHAT'S THE HOLD UP? STILL IT'S A FINE LIFE, CARRYING THE BANNER WITH ME CHUMS, (STILL IT'S A FINE LIFE, CARRYING THE BANNER) A BUNCH OF BIG SHOTS, TOSSIN' OUT A FREEBIE TO THE BUMS. 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. If you require financial assistance please print out the application below. Join MTI and Broadway Media in celebrating 20 years of #Hairspray. Based on the true historical Newsboy strike of 1899, this youth-led strike was formed to demand reform from Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst as their wages go decrease with the increase of labor in old time New York City. Please email our finance department to get a code to use during registration. The newsboys KNOW this. Requires an exaggerated, cartoonish vocal and physical performance. Katherines no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesnt sympathize with the strikers, but he does eventually and grudgingly respect Jack. Newsies 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. The next morning, the newsies are outraged to learn that Pulitzer has raised the price of newspapers. Now my theory of why we have never heard about this character is because they replace him with kid blink, who a character that exists but does not show up on the character list. Newsies Jr.is presented through special arrangement withMusic Theatre International (MTIShows). An astute entertainer with great comic delivery, shes a good friend to Jack and stands firmly behind the newsies in their fight for justice. I've compiled the best Newsies lyrics as captions for your next Instagram or just because they're the best lyrics of the entire show. The performer in this role must be able to dance enthusiastically in character while still physically portraying Crutchies bum leg. F. Buckley Jr., Glen Beck, and Rupert Murdoch; an on-point, know-it-all politician; impolite and impatient with the world. The next day, only a small group of newsies has gathered at Newsie Square to strike. Sings solo, many lines, character dancing feature, stage combat. One night when Will was nine, he decided to sneak out the house and go to the lake nearby. New York, NY, Escape To Margaritaville * A solo number for Crutchie titled Letter from the Refuge was added for national tour, replacing a scene from the movie where Jack visits Crutchie after he is captured by Snyder. Katherines no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesnt sympathize with the strikers, but he does eventually and grudgingly respect Jack. MTI Enterprises Inc. All Rights Reserved. He had noticed something while on the streets, a group of boys that sold newspapers that he found out were called Newsies. . He had burned his arm in the process of trying to get to his family. Newsies Wiki is a FANDOM Music Community. Splasher View source History Talk (0) Splasher Portrayed By. Dialect: Students who watch the movie or listen to the Broadway soundtrack will notice that many characters speak with New York accents. 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. %vnEoE7^U#\u;=sziSUesK"XNNv;FE\:bZ``o8)[)+0GKs\WtAAfliO With Christian Bale, David Moscow, Luke Edwards, Max Casella. NEWSIES, 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 who go on strike for a livable wage. %PDF-1.6 % This role requires a strong physical and vocal character performance. Meanwhile, Joseph Pulitzer, the publisher of the World, vows to fight declining circulation of the newspaper. Actors are encouraged to prepare a NY accent for auditions, but it is not required. Terms in this set (27) <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. For first few weeks he wouldnt tell them his name but they taught him how to sell papes and eventually was invited to become a Newsie. No papes. @b~kq+njB[|'Pg;x {,Zs5&!r2}]SY78FD,}M`Lh%W{dr0_EK :i. [7D$/EO&G6C)t[dki%4NTn+x{EBSSkMr;=^5}^# Xlz}iaMB,Z:*y~#%X? Though he walks with the assistance of a crutch, Crutchie doesnt let it define him; when in a jam, Jack Kellys best friend relies on a goofy- sweet sense of humor and optimistic resilience. These include the following roles: Race, Albert, Muriel, Nancy, Specs, Pigtails, Hazel, Buttons, Tommy Boy, Romeo, JoJo, Scabs, Brooklyn Newsies, Spot Conlon. The production was directed byJeff Calhounwith choreography byChristopher Gattelli. Several ensemble tracks were added to the show to provide roles for swings. Newsies the Musical Jr. All About Theatre 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. Ross Dorrington - Splasher You should audition for the roles you are attracted to, but please choose roles that best reflect your talents and your natural vocal range. 1 Personality; 2 Role; . A pompous businessman through and through, owns "The World" (a major NY newspaper) and is concerned solely with the bottom line. 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 Fiercely protective of his best friend, Crutchie, and strongly loyal, Jack isnt afraid to use his voice to attain better conditions for the working kids of New York City. endobj ,;b)5ad?Nl1XvG A leader in his own right who is learning to use his voice to uplift others, Davey is the brains of the resistance. Section heading. Many characters are even based on real people. We have included vocal ranges and descriptions for characters. Vocal auditions will be open although you are welcome to practice the dance combination in the lobby while you are not singing. Just because you like a role doesn't mean you are suited for it, and you want to have the strongest audition possible! 5 0 obj Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike when he doesnt have any paying customers, that is. PULITZER: Use our voices to provoke change! Last but not least, this lyric from Watch What Happens. Without the work of children and teaching them there essentially would be nothing in the future. Though he doesnt work for Pulitzer, hes happy to team up with him to take down the newsies and get his hands on Jack. 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. He had burned his arm in the process of trying to get to his family. Feel free to follow these tracks or expand as your resources allow. The newsboys apparently love to drink (no laws here you guys) and she toys with their emotions. A street-smart kid with a dark, artistic soul right beneath the bluster; not a blowhard. 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. 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. 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. Newsies the Musical Wiki is a FANDOM Movies Community. PHOTOGRAPHER takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of Seize the Day.. Because the newsies taught so hard and diligently, change is actually in their favor, AND for a good reason. Newsies - London Theatre Tickets | West End Theatre .com Daveys cheeky younger brother, is inspired by the freedom of the newsies and loves their independent lifestyle. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! While she generally has no time for cocky, streetwise young men, she makes an exception for Jack Kelly. He was originated by Jess LeProtto. Also in the room is Jonathan, Seitz and another World employee.) Newsies: The Musicalis amusicalbased on the 1992 musical filmNewsies, which in turn was inspired by the real-lifeNewsboys Strike of 1899inNew York City. It was also confirmed that newcomerCorey Cottwould be his replacement. Rain or shine, these boys are true hustlers! Must have a great pop tenor voice and sense of physicality. Newsies Roles Breakdown | act-1 Pulitzers secretary whois a clever advocate for the newsies. These will be optional, but we would love for as many people as possible to be involved. 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. 12 0 R >> >> Sings ensemble only, several lines, no dance. Includes the roles ofthe upbeat and charming Ada, Olive, and Ethel. Although they do not dance, these roles still require a strong physical performance with excellent self-control for stage combat sequences. Quick, funny, and resourcesful, she boldy captures the voice of a new generation rising in her coverage of the newsies strike. be received by a week before the start of the program to be considered. BOWERY BEAUTIES are female performers at Meddas Theater. " NEWSIES, 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 who go on strike for a livable wage. Splasher was born in Brooklyn where he lived a middle class life with his mother, father and younger brother. Buttons | Newsies Wiki | Fandom Subscribe to the Weird Things podcast on iTunes. When you hear this, you want nothing but change! Based on the Disney Film written Mar 2023 31. menominee school referendum Facebook; olivier pierre actor death Twitter; should i have a fourth baby quiz Google+; what happened to susan stephen . The Mustang Players. new team member announcement social media. We will be casting both male and female newsies. * In the musical, the newspapers raise prices during July in 1899 after pressure to sell more papers after the war. Shakespeare in the Woods 2023 Season A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive salesboy and a pint-sized charmer. Less 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. He had found himself in Manhattan trying to escape his house. He became an orphan on the streets. His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. (A BUNCH OF BIG SHOTS, TOSSIN' OUT A FREEBIE) FINCH:(calling to the NEWSIES) HEY! * 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 theBowery(reimagined in the musical as Medda Larkin's theatre). A pompous businessman through and through, owns the World and is concerned solely with the bottom line. The Mayor of New York City rebuffs Pulitzers attempts to shut down the newsies strike. View Mobile Site . * Although Katherine Plumber is fictional character, she is named for Pulitzer's daughter Katherine Ethel, who died of pneumonia in 1884 at the age of 2. In Santa Fe (Prolouge) you see Jack as this dreamer who wants more for his life. Pulitzers barber, who is trying to cut Pulitzers hair during the song "The Bottom Line" and the scene prior. The boisterous forefather of Wm. Theyintimidate the newsies and arrest Crutchie. Newsies tickets | Official London Theatre We are also partnering with several local businesses and events this summer, so there are some additional dates on our calendar that differ from previous CPT shows. Destignuishing features: warp on arm, face littered with freckles, always looks tired, Personality: cheeky, sarcastic, kind, smirks way to much, dark humor, only talks a lot around certain people. Race, (above) is quite the optimist. Assisted by the intimidating Delancey brothers, who keep order by any means necessary, Wiesel is Pulitzers disgruntled paper-pusher. Soon after, Snyder arrives with the police to break up the strikers. - Once and For All. 6 MTI shows celebrate major anniversaries this month. NEWSIES! Now I was in Newsies and played Splasher so here is my take on his life. Click the card to flip 1 / 51 Flashcards Learn Test Match Created by Arnold999 Terms in this set (51) 20 papers please. The strike is over! The decision around these will be made closer to performance times, but cast and crew should hold these times as if they were confirmed. DARCY, who can double as a newsie, is the upper-class kid of a publisher who sides with the newsies. Gender: any Age: 10 to 20 Spot Conlon This is an option you may select during the registration process online. Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Jo Jo, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, and Tommy Boy. 1 Racetrack Higgins; 2 Splasher; Explore Wikis Universal Conquest Wiki. And a shop if you wanna take a look Insta: @burton8p | YJ blog: yjwhatif.tumblr.com | YouTube: Burton Page Newsies recouped its initial investment of $5M in seven months, becoming the fastest of any Disney musical on Broadway to turn a profit. Splasher was born in Brooklyn where he lived a middle class life with his mother, father and younger brother. For the first few weeks they would ask about his wrapped arm and he would turn from sarcastic happy child to sad and shut down. They chased away the Dalanceys and brought back an uncounsious boy back with them. The rest of the newsies from all across New York - even the intimidating Spot Conlon and the newsies of Brooklyn - gather at Medda's theater for the rally that Davey has planned ("Brooklyn's Here"). Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Jo Jo, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, Manhattan, Flushing, Richmond, Woodside and Bronx. Race Lines (Newsies) Flashcards | Quizlet Walk-ins are always welcome too! We encourage you to remain in your dance attire all evening. Explore properties. ww`-PeHh0T[AFN-dax_460*3PB n:87QKPWG uYNF8&LFe7Efpvxd02GD$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# The son of William Randolph Hearst who joins the newsies' cause. hbbd``b`$ j$Xs9bX3A# V!uH 6 $& ELA10Mg ( $ endstream endobj startxref 0 %%EOF 60 0 obj <>stream His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. 2 0 obj Cast Breakdown. Newsies (Musical) Characters | StageAgent Sings solo, some dance. newsies splasher lines drop off boxes for ballots near me newsies splasher lines By March 5, 2023 a run down hotel codycross 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. GOONS assist the Delanceys in roughing up the newsies at the end of Act One. The upper-class kid of a publisher who sides with the newsies. Aside from newspaper magnate Joseph Pulitzer (played by Robert Duvall in the movie), most of the characters in "Newsies" are made up. Daveys cheeky younger brother, is inspired by the freedom of the newsies and loves their independent lifestyle. Sung during the power song, Seize the day, the newsboys begin to take their stand and take New York by storm! Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. Fiercely protective of his best friend, Crutchie, and strongly loyal, Jack isnt afraid to use his voice to attain better conditions for the working kids of New York City. newsies splasher lines. * Newsies began as a film. For first few weeks he wouldnt tell them his name but they taught him how to sell papes and eventually was invited to become a Newsie. I hope this can be helpful to others! In the original Broadway production, the adult (non-newsie) ensemble comprised eight actors who doubled and understudied as indicated below. Assist Snyder and turn against the newsies in the fight that concludes Act One. Picks: Andrew: Chaos on the Bridge and What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Dave Not Coming Back. Feel free to cast additional nuns. The American dream. Katherines no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesnt sympathize with the strikers, but he does eventually and grudgingly respect Jack.
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