“Newsies Jr.” Auditions

Seeking energetic and vibrant performers, ages 10-18 years old.

VIDEO SUBMISSIONS DUE DECEMBER 1, 2022 BY 11:00 PM

Show begins rehearsals January 4, 2023 and performs March 2 – 6, 2023

Based on the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899, this musical tells the story of charismatic Jack Kelly, a rebellious newsboy of dreams of beings an artist outside the big city. When powerful newspaper publishers William Pulitzer raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, and with the help of the powerful news-reporter Katherine Plumber, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right. Featuring musical favorites “Santa Fe, The World Will Know, and Carrying the Banner.”

 

 Newsies Jr. Video Submission Audition Guidelines 

*ALL Newsies Jr. auditions will be submitted by video!

*Auditioners will download the Newsies Jr. Audition Packet to submit along with your audition video to:  newsies.hva@gmail.com

*Please read the submission guidelines carefully and send your audition on or before  THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022 at 11:00 pm

SONG CHOICE

  1. Select 16 bars (30 seconds) of any song in the style of the show that shows off your range and your voice.  Please choose something you know and have fun with it!  The song should be Disney or Broadway, NOT POP. 

PRACTICE

  1. Practice your song with an accompaniment track or piano. Usually, you can find karaoke accompaniment for most songs on youtube. PLEASE NO ACAPELLA AUDITIONS

SET UP

  1. Find a quiet space with good lighting and a neutral background.
  2. Set your recording device in a stable location
  3. Frame the subject from the waist up in the recording screen.
  4. Set your music source closer to the subject and away from the recording device to avoid audio interference.

VIDEO

  1. Introduce yourself with your first and last name, your age, and what song you will be singing.
  2. Sing with clarity and expression using the accompaniment track (without singers.)
  3. Review your video to ensure a clear recording.
  4. Videos should be less than 2 minutes in length.

SUBMISSION

  1. Download the Newsies Jr. Audition Packet here and save it to your computer.
  2. Attach the audition packet and audition video to an email.
  3. Title your email with your full name.
  4. Send your email to newsies.hva@gmail.com

POST-AUDITION

1. Callbacks will be posted on this website with all the songs and sides needed on December 3, 2022 by 10:00 pm.
2. Callbacks will be held in person at the High Valley Arts Studio on December 6, 2022 from 4:00 – 10:00 pm
3. The cast list will be posted on High Valley Art’s website by December 10, 2022
4. There will be a cast/parent meeting for those selected to be in the cast on Monday, Dec. 12 from 4-5 pm at the High Valley Arts Studio, 210 East Main, Midway
5. There will be two “tap workshops” for those selected to be in the cast: Tuesday, Dec. 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. and Friday, Dec. 20 from 10 to 12 am.


REHEARSALS (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays)  4:00 – 7:00 pm

  • January 4, 6, 9, 11,13, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30 (no rehearsal on January 16th)
  • February 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 22, 24 (no rehearsal on February 20th)

SATURDAY REHEARSALS 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

  • January 7 & 21
  • February 4

SET BUILD-DAY/SPACING REHEARSAL

  • February 25

DRESS/TECH REHEARSALS:

  • February 27, 28 & March 1.

PERFORMANCES:  March 2 – 6, 2023

TUITION (if cast): $200. Can be paid in two installments of $105, if preferred. Sibling discount of $10.

SCHOLARSHIPS: Please check the box on the Newsies Jr. Audition Packet if you are interested in pursuing a scholarship for the show.

All regular rehearsals will be held at the High Valley Arts’ Studio – 210 East Main Street, Midway (please enter from the back entrance stairs leading down to the basement). For more info, please call or text
(435) 657-5007.

“Newsies Jr.” Auditions

Seeking energetic and vibrant performers, ages 10-18 years old.

VIDEO SUBMISSIONS DUE DECEMBER 1, 2022 BY 11:00 PM

Show begins rehearsals January 4, 2023 and performs March 2 – 6, 2023

Based on the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899, this musical tells the story of charismatic Jack Kelly, a rebellious newsboy of dreams of beings an artist outside the big city. When powerful newspaper publishers William Pulitzer raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, and with the help of the powerful news-reporter Katherine Plumber, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right. Featuring musical favorites “Santa Fe, The World Will Know, and Carrying the Banner.”

 

 Newsies Jr. Video Submission Audition Guidelines 

*ALL Newsies Jr. auditions will be submitted by video!

*Auditioners will download the Newsies Jr. Audition Packet to submit along with your audition video to:  newsies.hva@gmail.com

*Please read the submission guidelines carefully and send your audition on or before  THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022 at 11:00 pm

SONG CHOICE

  1. Select 16 bars (30 seconds) of any song in the style of the show that shows off your range and your voice.  Please choose something you know and have fun with it!  The song should be Disney or Broadway, NOT POP. 

PRACTICE

  1. Practice your song with an accompaniment track or piano. Usually, you can find karaoke accompaniment for most songs on youtube. PLEASE NO ACAPELLA AUDITIONS

SET UP

  1. Find a quiet space with good lighting and a neutral background.
  2. Set your recording device in a stable location
  3. Frame the subject from the waist up in the recording screen.
  4. Set your music source closer to the subject and away from the recording device to avoid audio interference.

VIDEO

  1. Introduce yourself with your first and last name, your age, and what song you will be singing.
  2. Sing with clarity and expression using the accompaniment track (without singers.)
  3. Review your video to ensure a clear recording.
  4. Videos should be less than 2 minutes in length.

SUBMISSION

  1. Download the Newsies Jr. Audition Packet here and save it to your computer.
  2. Attach the audition packet and audition video to an email.
  3. Title your email with your full name.
  4. Send your email to newsies.hva@gmail.com

POST-AUDITION

  1. Callbacks will be posted on this website with all the songs and sides needed on December 3, 2022 by 10:00 pm.
  2. Callbacks will be held in person at the High Valley Arts Studio on December 6, 2022 from 4:00 – 10:00 pm
  3. The cast list will be posted on High Valley Art’s website by December 10, 2022
  4. There will be a cast/parent meeting for those selected to be in the cast on Monday, Dec. 12 from 4-5 pm at the High Valley Arts Studio, 210 East Main, Midway
  5. There will be two “tap workshops” for those selected to be in the cast: Tuesday Dec. 27 from 9 to 11 am and Friday, Dec. 30 from 10 to 12 am.

REHEARSALS (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays)  4:00 – 7:00 pm

  • January 4, 6, 9, 11,13, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30 (no rehearsal on January 16th)
  • February 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 22, 24 (no rehearsal on February 20th)

SATURDAY REHEARSALS 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

  • January 7 & 21
  • February 4

SET BUILD DAY/SPACING REHEARSAL

  • February 25

DRESS/TECH REHEARSALS:

  • February 27, 28 & March 1.

PERFORMANCES:  March 2 – 6, 2023

TUITION (if cast): $200. Can be paid in two installments of $105, if preferred. Sibling discount of $10.

SCHOLARSHIPS: Please check the box on the Newsies Jr. Audition Packet if you are interested in pursuing a scholarship for the show.

All regular rehearsals will be held at the High Valley Arts’ Studio – 210 East Main Street, Midway (please enter from the back entrance stairs leading down to the basement). For more info, please call or text
(435) 657-5007.