Edit. Other career highlights include Matt (the Boy) in The Fantasticks (Opera House Arts); Mordred in Camelot (Lyric Stage Co. of Boston); and the Player King in Hamlet (Actors Shakespeare Project). A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive salesboy and a pint-sized charmer. 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. 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. He woke up a few days later and was taken care of by Crutchie. Three newsies who are hesitant to join the strike. This summer he was at the Cape Playhouse in Massachusetts performing as Paul inA Chorus Line. 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. He is incredibly excited to be here at Arena Stage; he thanks his friends and family for their support and God for his continuous blessings. Kens awards include a Gemini (Best Production Design/film The Overcoat), four Dora Mavor Moore Awards (Toronto) and 17 Jessie Awards (Vancouver). manage list views salesforce. 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Payton: Living in a Newsies World. It's just improvin' the truth a little.". One night when Will was nine, he decided to sneak out the house and go to the lake nearby. His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. She is thrilled to be back at Arena for a second time. At age 13, he appeared on Broadway and the West End in Billy Elliot playing the titular role. Tomas is a graduate of the renowned FAME School, Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts. Character's Gender: Can be female or male. Gender: male Age: 13 to 20 Scabs Three newsies who are hesitant to join the strike. IN REGARDS TO GENDER: You will notice that many roles are listed as male." Race Lines (Newsies) Flashcards. Tuition Payments must be made in one payment at the time of registration. Inspired by the African- American vaudeville performer, Aida Overton-Walker,Abig-voiced singer and star of the Bowery (see the Dramaturgy document in Downloadable Resources). qp ~(Pp|5aZb|mk\6(#DINEF6V3v>VwkQm:B=;8 TV credits include National GeographicsElemental: Hydrogen vs. Hindenburg. She offers private coaching/workshop development and is a VASTA member. "I don't know what kind of dance you would call the 'Newsies' training," the Method-loving Bale recalled later, "but we got very fit, jumped around a lot, and I got very dizzy.". The boisterous forefather of Wm. HARVEY FIERSTEIN(Book). Kelli has performed on Broadway in Anastasia and in the Lincoln Center Theater revival of The King and I. www.simply-nova.com. cvvanamberg22. H 11-20 ne-fa woorden examenidioom. Students in these roles must demonstrate excellent physical self control and strong physical acting. Match. Costume designer for La Barberia, Beauty and the Beast, Cabaret, Peter Pan and Cinderella. Thugs that are hired to join the Delanceys to rough up the newsies. He had survived by taking food from trash cans and drinking water from the rivers. Special thanks to Molly, Parker and Laura for this opportunity, to his amazing agents at The Mine and to his awesome Mom. Bunsen Lines newsies. This is an option you may select during the registration process online. Pulitzers secretary whois a clever advocate for the newsies. Produced by Runaway Entertainment, and based on a true story, Disney's Newsies is set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century. He opened he told them that he loved the water and had learned in his childhood and from then on he was Splasher. 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"). Regional: Music for Mr. Durang and Albert InnauratosIdiotsKaramazovat the Yale Repertory Theatre. After his refusal, the Delanceys sneak up behind Jack and drag him to Pulitzer's office to negotiate an end to the strike. MaeveNielsen Plus "Race" lines- Newsies. A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive salesboy and a pint-sized charmer. 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. Medda Larkin. Can double as a newsie. Regional credits include: Music Theatre Wichita, MUNY, North Carolina Theatre, Gulfshore Playhouse and The Metropolitan Opera. Suzanne holds a B.M. The Musical based on Baz Luhrmanns critically acclaimed film (Emerson Colonial Theater, Boston); Grease (Pittsburgh CLO); Pippin (FreeFall Theatre); and The Graduate, Newsies, Rock of Ages and Tommy (Forestburgh Playhouse). National Tours include:West Side Story and Seussical. Newsies: Age 10-20, 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. OBC. Anita traveled extensively with the artist-in-schools program in Alaska, working primarily with indigenous populations within the context of traditional villages. He had found himself in Manhattan trying to escape his house. Photo of the cast of Disney's 'Newsies' by Suzanne Blue Star Boy. Newsies: The Musicalis amusicalbased on the 1992 musical filmNewsies, which in turn was inspired by the real-lifeNewsboys Strike of 1899inNew York City. 1 0 obj Regional credits include Milwaukee Rep, Geffen, ACT, Merrimack and Long Wharf, as well as productions in Korea, Japan, China, Canada and Cuba. 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. Daniel J. Maldonado (Jack Kelly) in Disneys 'Newsies' running November 1 through December 29, 2019 at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. CAROLE DENISE JONES (Nun / Hannah / Ensemble / Medda Larkin / Nun u/s) is thrilled to be making her Arena Stage debut. 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. 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. Photo of Chaz Wolcott by Margot Schulman. His design for the international hit The Overcoat won him several awards. A Nebraska native, Tanner is a dance alumnus from Oklahoma City University and now resides in New York City. Terms in this set (58) Hey, Albert, Elmer, Specs! The show has music byAlan Menken, lyrics byJack Feldman, and a book byHarvey Fiersteinbased on film's screenplay byBob TzudikerandNoni White. LUCY SPRING (Swing) is excited to be making her Arena Stage debut in Newsies. The crooked warden of The Refuge. 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. %PDF-1.6 % Music by Alan MenkenLyrics by Jack FeldmanBook by Harvey FiersteinA musical based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni WhiteOriginally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical ProductionsDirected by Molly SmithChoreographed by Parker EsseMusic Direction by Laura Bergquist. Read the character descriptions and requirements below. A small group of nuns who offer free breakfast to hungry newsies. Away from the others, Jack Kelly shares his dream for a better life out west with his best friend, Crutchie ("Santa Fe - Prologue"). Agroup of vaudeville performers in Meddas act. Previously at the Fulton: Brigadoon, Hello Dolly!, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, A Chorus Line, Joseph, Newsies, Guys and Dolls (choreographer). Cast an actor with the ability to portray the maturity and stature of this well- respected leader. Many of them are orphans, have families outside of NY who they send their money to, or have such poor families that they cant live at home, so they become roommates with the other newsies as well as close friends. All roles have multiple lines and solos and/or dance features and stage combat. 94 terms. In 2014, Molly made her Broadway debut directingThe Velocity of Autumn, following its critically acclaimed run at Arena Stage. Television: NCIS: Los Angeles. Newsies from every other corner of the city that assemble to join the strike. Wyn holds a BFA in Theatre from TCU in Fort Worth, TX. This performer will double in other roles. Sings solo, many lines, some dancing, stage combat. Katherine refuses to let Jack give up, and they sneak into the World's cellar to print a paper that exposes the unfair treatment of the newsies with the help of Dorothyand Bill("Seize the Day - Reprise"). We will likely be costuming all newsies as boys, butmost roles in the show are available for performers of any gender. His real name is William Steele, or his nickname Will. The performer in this role must be able to dance enthusiastically in character while still physically portraying Crutchies bum leg. Heres to a dream show! She has also performed in many regional theaters throughout the country. * There were some newsies that were girls, but mostly being a newsie was a boy's job, and girls worked in match factories as "match girls.". Dance credits include Broadway Dance Lab (Fall 2018); Random Acts of Flyness (HBO); Madonna (MDNA skin); UNIQLO, Modern Love and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Amazon Prime). Photo by Margot Schulman. Photo by Margot Schulman. Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre Get directions. Daniel is on faculty at Tisch/NYU and a graduate of Northwestern University. endstream * The film was an initialbox office bomband received negative to mixed reviews at the time of its release, but later gained a largecult followingon home video. After completing a successful day of selling papes, Jack, Crutchie, Davey, and Les are chased suddenly by Snyder, the warden of The Refuge, until they find safety in Medda's theater. Photo by Margot Schulman. A pompous businessman through and through, owns "The World" (a major NY newspaper) and is concerned solely with the bottom line. DENTON: You are, Les. Newsies - Musical. 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. The show will be performed in The Capitol Theater at Overture Center for the Arts in Madison, WI opening June 22, and closing June 25, 2023.. Rehearsals start June 6, 2023 in Madison, WI and require daytime availability. 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. A small group of female dancers who join Medda Larkin on stage. Letter From the Refuge now appears in the current version of the show that is licensed to theatre companies. Full of compelling vocals, powerful lyrics, and energetic dance, Newsies will take you by force! 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 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. Theater credits include: the Broadway bound Diana (La Jolla Playhouse); West Side Story (Guthrie Theater); In The Heights and Newsies (Pioneer Theater Company); and Priscilla Queen Of The Desert (NCL). TYA productions: The Little Mermaid, Anne of Green Gables, Shrek, Big (choreographer), Alladdin (director), Pinnochio. He received a BFA in Musical Theatre from Pace University. " MTI Newsies Production Handbook, Casting, Page 22 Character Costume Gallery See Images: Romeo References 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. Michael John has spent most of his career performing at regional theatres all over the country. EMRE OCAK (Mush /Ensemble) is thrilled to be making his Arena Stage debut in Newsies. 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. }\tNTq+uMB.%b Instagram: @Hey_Hazel_Hay. You heard Jack. We get Jack out of the Refuge tonight. For this non-singing role, cast a strong actor with a sharp and imposing presence. The cause of the strike was that they did not lower the high price after the war was over. * 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. Hey, Jack. 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. Soon after, Snyder arrives with the police to break up the strikers. During the performance, Jack notices Katherine, a bright young reporter he had seen earlier that day. Katherine Plummer. A well-respected lifelong public servant, inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer. endobj Film/TV credits includeHouse of Cards, TURN: Washington's Spies,Die Hard 2,Striking Distanceand narrations for Discovery Channel and PBS. 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