Newsies JR
Tickets On Sale: 30 October, 2026
AUDITIONS CLOSED
Thank you to everyone who submitted an audition — we’ve been blown away by your talent!
Our casting team will now take some time to review all submissions and will be in touch with you about the next steps.
In the meantime, tickets for Newsies JR go on sale Friday 30 October! Mark your calendars, rally the troupes and get ready to join us on the streets of New York for another exciting theatrical adventure!
Production Details
Stage School Australia's school holiday productions are designed to replicate the structure, and scale of a professional musical theatre experience.
Students rehearse with professional creatives to learn upbeat songs, choreography and hilarious scenes, then bring it all to the big stage in a full-scale production with sets, props, exciting costumes, and a live audience!
This is a unique opportunity for young performers to collaborate, develop their performance skills in a fast-paced rehearsal environment, and spend the school holidays fully immersed in creativity alongside like-minded peers.
About Newsies JR
Set in New York City in 1899, Newsies JR. follows a spirited group of young newspaper sellers who unite against publisher Joseph Pulitzer and fight for a better future. Inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike, the show brings its story of courage, solidarity and determination to life through favourite numbers including 'Seize the Day', 'King of New York' and 'Santa Fe'.
After making its Broadway debut in 2012, the musical became a hit, playing more than 1,000 performances and winning two Tony Awards.
Featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and a book by Harvey Fierstein, the production gives young performers the opportunity to develop their dance, singing and acting skills while working as part of a full-scale theatrical production.
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
Key Dates
Rehearsal Period
Tuesday 27 October, Saturday 12 December, Saturday 19 December 2026
4 - 8 January, 11 - 13 January 2027
Performance Dates
Wednesday 13 January - Saturday 16 January 2027
Eight Performances
Performance Location
Montagner Auditorium, Genazzano FCJ College, Kew
Tickets On Sale
Friday 30 October, 2026