1 0 obj Regional credits include:Paradise Square, Peter Pan, West Side Story, Les Miserables, All Shook Up, The Producers, Spelling Bee, Cabaret, Wild Party, Bare, among others. (Darcy often doubles as the Newsie Jojo, Bill as the Newsie Buttons). Instagram: @christiandouglasmusic christiandouglasmusic.com. The stage manager of Medda Larkins club and also the MC of her show, running the backstage area and introducing performers on stage. If you have any questions about this please contact us:[email protected]. Television: NCIS: Los Angeles. SUSAN R. WHITE (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be a part of Arena's 70th season and to be working, once again, with Artistic Director Molly Smith. MTI Enterprises Inc. All Rights Reserved. Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre Get directions. A street-smart kid with a dark, artistic soul right beneath the bluster; not a blowhard. Tuition Payments must be made in one payment at the time of registration. Christian was awarded second prize in the prestigious Lotte Lenya Vocal Competition in 2018 and was a finalist in the American Traditions Vocal Competition in 2019. New York Off-Broadway credits include:The Scarlet Letter and Freckleface. Though his movement will suggest his bum leg, Crutchie should still be included in the dance numbers. We may combine certain characters or add more. "You get your picture in the papers, you're famous. Can a group of idealistic newsboys win against a foe as powerful as acclaimed publisher Joseph Pulitzer? 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 Newsies - Musical. Highlights include the world premieres ofStonewallwith NY City Opera,Time It Waswith Bill Irwin and theAmerican Premiere ofCaryl ChurchillsDrunk Enough to Say I LoveYou. Currently a senior at Freedom High School (South Riding, VA), his school credits include Singin in the Rain (Don Lockwood/Choreo. Three newsies who are hesitant to join the strike. Performances dedicated to Liz. He woke up a few days later and was taken care of by Crutchie. He received a BFA in Musical Theatre from Pace University. Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Ike, Jo Jo, Mike, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, Splasher, and Tommy Boy. A pompous businessman through and through, owns "The World" (a major NY newspaper) and is concerned solely with the bottom line. Les unlike most of the other Newsies has a Mother and Father along with his older brother Davey. cvvanamberg22. May be cast male or female. Now I was in Newsies and played Splasher so here is my take on his life. MICHAEL HEWITT (Morris Delancey / Darcy / Ensemble / Teddy Roosevelt u/s) could not be more excited to make his Arena Stage debut. She is thrilled to be back at Arena for a second time. _h)Zvu5WZq53' Newsies Role Descriptions About the accents: Students who watch the movie or listen to the Broadway soundtrack will notice that many characters speak . MICHAEL JOHN HUGHES(Romeo / Spot Conlon / Ensemble / Dance Captain)is thrilled to be performing at the Arena Stage for the first time! The next day, only a small group of newsies has gathered at Newsie Square to strike. janeheeter Plus. This caused the newsies to revolt because they felt that it was more difficult to sell papers without the exciting news of the war, plus the additional pressures of the price changes. Photo of Michael John Hughes by Tony Powell. 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. 3 0 obj Hey, Jack. Will tried to go back and warn his family but it was too late, the building was already starting to crumble and the fire department(or what ever they had back then) was to late. Takes the triumphant photo of the newsies at the end of Seize the Day.. Away from the others, Jack Kelly shares his dream for a better life out west with his best friend, Crutchie ("Santa Fe - Prologue"). Suzanne is eternally grateful to those who have encouraged and believed in her namely, Taylor and her Old Cronies. CHRISTIAN DOUGLAS (Seitz / Ensemble / Jack Kelly u/s) is thrilled to be making his D.C. theater debut at Arena Stage. Can double as a newsie. Instagram: @tanthedancinman, BRIDGET RILEY(Splasher / Nun / Ensemble / Katherine Plumber u/s) is excited for be back at Arena Stage after performing in The Pajama Game, Carousel and the workshop of Another Part of the Forest. It's New York City, 1899. He is a frequent Broadway associate designer, where credits includeIceman Cometh, Significant Other, Violet,Glass Menagerie,A Streetcar Named Desire,HeiressandThe Nance. MaeveNielsen Plus "Race" lines- Newsies. Pulitzers practical and insightful secretary. 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. Medda Larkin. This is a notice that your wiki is eligible for removal. Regional: Music for Mr. Durang and Albert InnauratosIdiotsKaramazovat the Yale Repertory Theatre. Read the character descriptions and requirements below. A small group of female dancers who join Medda Larkin on stage. OBC. There are no guarantees and all applicationsmustbe received by a week before the start of the program to be considered. The proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies, boasts an intimidating reputation. In 2018, she was honored as Person of the Year by the National Theatre Conference and inducted into the Washington DC Hall of Fame. Photo by Margot Schulman. Michael John has spent most of his career performing at regional theatres all over the country. 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. * 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. 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. At age 13, he appeared on Broadway and the West End in Billy Elliot playing the titular role. still it's a fine life, carrying the banner with me chums, A well-respected lifelong public servant who inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer. * The original cast of the Broadway production featuredJeremy Jordanas Jack Kelly andJohn Dossettas newspaper tycoonJoseph Pulitzer. Photo of Daniel J. Maldonado and Erin Weaver by Margot Schulman. endobj You should definitely soak in as much as you can - start by listening to the Soundtrack, and then watch the Broadway production! Tomas is a graduate of the renowned FAME School, Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts. His past performances include Kennedy Center Honors (Tom Hanks Tribute), Fords Theatre Annual Gala and Mayors Arts Awards (Lincoln Theatre). Vaudeville-style dancers, these performers must have strong, sharp dance skills, big facial expressions, and be strong singers. Disneys Newsies Takes the Stage in Washington, D.C. Toms Matos Talks Tough About Disneys Newsies and Feeling Empowered. Many thanks go out to the incredible Cast and Crew of Newsies! Follow Matos journey into his next gig as he makes his broadway debut with the company of Diana at the Longacre Theater this Winter! Photo by Margot Schulman. ings solo, many lines, some dancing, stage combat. " MTI Newsies Production Handbook, Casting, Page 22 Specs is an ensemble newsie. * The musical closed on August 24, 2014, having played 1,004 performances. 45. and Tulsa in Gypsy. %PDF-1.5 Must have a great pop tenor voice and sense of physicality. It's just improvin' the truth a little.". endobj The lead roles in this show are overwhelmingly male characters, because this story is based on an actual historical event, and nearly all newsies were male. After that they stopped asking. stream Including Albert, Buttons, Elmer, Finch, Henry, Ike, Jo Jo, Mike, Mush, Race, Romeo, Specs, Splasher, and Tommy Boy, etc., are some of the hard-working kids of New York City that go on strike for a livable wage. * 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). Hed like to thank his friends and family for their unconditional love and support. A precocious and natural newsie, Les is an intuitive salesboy and a pint-sized charmer. They chased away the Delanceys and brought back an unconscious boy back with them. Photo by Margot Schulman. Josiah would like to thank his family and friends, Mr. Dave, Shirley Grant Management, Miss Badiene, Miss Kim, Justin and all his Bleu teachers and God for this opportunity. Cast an actor with the ability to portray the maturity and stature of this well- respected leader. Three Newsies from other boroughs brought in to break the strike. National Tours: The Book of Mormon, Mamma Mia, and Whistle Down the Wind. Must have a great pop tenor voice and sense of physicality. ANITA MAYNARD-LOSH(Associate Director and Text Director) is the director of community engagement and senior artistic advisor at Arena Stage where she leads the theaters education and outreach programs and serves on the artistic team. Jack Scott. Other Characters From Newsies. Splasher had always had a talent for swimming since he was very young and loves swimming in the lakes near their house. endobj National tour credits include: Finding Neverland and Cinderella. gram positive bacilli. Michael is a Domingo-Cafritz alum, Rice University MM. In the original Broadway production, the adult (non-newsie) ensemble comprised eight actors who doubled and understudied as indicated below. SUZANNE ROMNJONES (Assistant Music Director) is thrilled to be joining Arena Stages production of Newsies. Allows the newsies to congregate in his restaurant to plan their strike when he doesnt have any paying customers, that is. FEMALE ENSEMBLE 2 - Nun / Woman / Bowery Beauty / Medda understudy Tough brotherswho 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. www.kenandmorris.com. Josiah made his National Tour Debut last year as Michael/Jack in, . Love you all! www.troshaw.com. jack, crutchie, buttons, splasher, & tommy boy: start out sweatin', end up snezin', newsies: in between it pours! Other kids who are incarcerated at the Refuge along with Crutchie. Katherine's no-nonsense father, Pulitzer doesn't sympathize . 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