Disney’s Newsies Jr.
Reif Theater Arts presents Newsies Jr. for students in 3rd through 12th grade.
Disney’s Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, 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.
Auditions: Saturday, January 4 for group placement. Everyone gets a part!
Rehearsals begin Monday, January 6. 2025
Performances: March 21 & 22, 2025 at 7:00pm and March 22 & 23, 2025 at 2:00pm
Instructor: Katie E. Smith
Location: The Reif Center, Grand Rapids
Fee: $150 (Before December 13) $165 (After December 13)
Questions? Email Katie at ksmith@reifcenter.org or call (218)327-5780.
Disney’s Newsies Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
